ABOUT ME

Accomplished Materials and Mechanical Engineer with over 13 years of experience in semiconductor technology, supplier management, and advanced materials development.

Expertise in driving business impact through data-driven problem-solving, project management, and innovation in semiconductor processes.

Adept at leading global supplier relationships, optimizing supply chains, and developing new technologies in high-demand industries.

2 Patents and 27 publications in advanced materials and semiconductor processes.
8+ years of supplier/customer management and project planning experience.
13 years of microscopy and material characterization experience.

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EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

Industry/Applications:

Aerospace - micro thrusters, thermal barrier coatings, superalloys
Semiconductor - thin films deposition, MEMS devices, shear strength of solder joints
Nanofibers - tensile testing
Thin films - functional/anti-wear/abrasion coatings
Polymers - shore hardness, viscoelasticity
Composites and Ceramics - bio-inspired design
Pharmaceutical - encapsulation, fracture toughness

Research:

Fracture/Fatigue analyses in material interfaces
High-Temperature property characterization in alloys/polymers
Biomimetic materials thermal-mechanical analysis
Finite element analysis

2013-2016

Purdue University, West Lafayette

Doctor of Philosophy

School of Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering

Advisor: Dr. Vikas Tomar

Thesis: Interfacial Mechanical Strength Characterization in Multilayered Materials via Nanoscale Impact and Nano Mechanical Raman Spectroscopy Experiments

2011-2012

Purdue University, West Lafayette

Master of Science

School of Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering

2007 - 2011

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India

Bachelor of Technology

Aerospace Engineering

LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND OTHER INTERESTS

Purdue Graduate Student Government (PGSG)

Vice President (External) 2015-16
Secretary, 2014-15
Chair, Academic and Professional Development, 2013-14
Senator, 2012-14

Boiler Out Leader, International Programs

Aero Assist

International Student Ambassador

Asian Pacific American Caucus

Toastmasters

Tau Beta Pi - The Engineeing Honor Society

Student Representative

Provost's Outstanding Graduate Mentor Selection Committee

Martin C. Jischke Outstanding International Student Selection Committee

College of Engineering Events Committee

Faculty Senate Student Affairs Committee

West Lafayette City Council

Recreational Skills/Interests

Salsa, Swing and Break Dance

Indie Movies / Indie Pop Music

Running / Yoga