ATOUSA PIRVARAM
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Materials Scientist with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from York University, specializing in materials characterization, thermal management, and process optimization. Over 5 years of comprehensive research and industry experience focused on sustainable materials, thermal systems, and surface performance evaluation. Proficient in designing and executing experiments, interpreting complex test results, and delivering data-driven recommendations that drive product enhancements. Proven collaborator with a strong track record of effectively working alongside R&D and engineering teams to achieve innovative solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Thermal Systems Researcher
ChillSkyn Solutions Inc.
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Designed and implemented multi-physics simulations of thermal management products using COMSOL Multiphysics and MATLAB/Simulink to evaluate performance under various operating conditions.
- Developed a user-friendly simulation application that enabled clients to compare different material options, optimizing decisions for energy savings and load reduction.
- Led materials characterization initiatives, including mechanical testing, thermal property measurement, and microstructural analysis, to validate product reliability and performance.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with engineers and clients to translate simulation insights into practical design improvements, enhancing product competitiveness and sustainability.
Researcher – Mechanical & Materials Engineering
York University
01.2020 - 07.2025
- Led multiple research projects from conceptual simulation to fabrication and prototype validation, ensuring end-to-end delivery of innovative thermal solutions.
- Designed and optimized radiative cooling materials and geometrical structures, achieving passive temperature reductions of up to 10 °C below ambient conditions.
- Fabricated samples and prototypes, conducting comprehensive materials characterization (thermal, optical, and mechanical) to validate and optimize performance.
- Secured research funding through successful grant proposals and wrote peer-reviewed publications advancing the field of sustainable energy materials.
- Presented findings to international industry leaders and academic audiences, building collaborations and showcasing practical applications of research outcomes.
Visiting Researcher
Université Paris Cité
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Directed and developed dew harvesting research activities by performing data collection, evaluation and analysis.
Vice President
ASHRAE York University Student Branch
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Led industry-academic climate tech outreach.
Teacher and Mentor
York University
01.2020 - 09.2025
- Supervised and guided graduate and undergraduate students on projects in energy, materials and mechanical engineering projects.
- Taught life cycle assessment, thermal systems, and sustainability methodologies.
Education
PhD - Mechanical Engineering
York University
Toronto, ON12-2024
M.Sc. - Materials Science & Engineering
Tarbiat Modares University
01.2018
B.Sc. - Materials Science & Engineering
Iran University of Science and Technology
01.2015
Skills
- Materials characterization (SEM/EDS, FTIR, UV-Vis, XRD, tensile, fatigue, hardness testing)
- Thermal management expertise
- Simulation analysis and modeling expertise
- Thermal modeling expertise
- Experiment design
- Net-Zero Emissions and Sustainability analysis
- Project delivery management
- Team collaboration
- Data collection and organization
- Strong work ethic
- Technical writing
Timeline
Thermal Systems Researcher
ChillSkyn Solutions Inc.
08.2024 - 07.2025
Visiting Researcher
Université Paris Cité
09.2023 - 12.2023
Vice President
ASHRAE York University Student Branch
01.2022 - 01.2024
Researcher – Mechanical & Materials Engineering
York University
01.2020 - 07.2025
Teacher and Mentor
York University
01.2020 - 09.2025
B.Sc. - Materials Science & Engineering
Iran University of Science and Technology
PhD - Mechanical Engineering
York University
M.Sc. - Materials Science & Engineering
Tarbiat Modares University
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