HIVA HASSANPOOR
Materials Engineer (R&D Engineer)
Erlangen
Summary
Engineering professional with proven ability to innovate and solve complex technical challenges. Known for delivering high-quality solutions and driving team success through effective collaboration and adaptability. Skills include partner development, digital tools, systems analysis, project management, and technical troubleshooting.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
R&D Intern
Iran Solars (Hoshmand Parto Tavan)
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Worked in department Focused enhancing the performance and efficiency of solar cells.
- Streamlined data management processes, enhancing accessibility for future reference and analysis.
- Established effective communication channels within the R&D team, promoting collaborative problem solving and idea sharing.
Research and Development (R&D) Engineer
Pakniroo solar
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Worked as a research and development (R&D), focused on selecting materials and improving the performance of solar cells.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- worked as a materials research and development engineer in the field of renewable energy and solar cells. In this work experience, I am working with a department that focuses on researching and investigating ways to increase the efficiency of solar cells through the study of materials
Bachelor Internship
Mobarakeh Steel Engineering (MSE) Co.
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Worked in department focused on researching optimal steelmaking mechanisms to enhance steel quality while minimizing energy consumption.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Teaching Assistant
Shiraz University
- Teaching Assistant at Shiraz University in these courses: physical chemistry (Dr. Aziz Shafiei Zarghani), thermodynamics (Dr. Aziz Shafiei Zarghani).
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
English Teacher
Tameshk Kids World
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked as an English teacher.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Education
Master of Science - Materials Science And Engineering
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Erlangen, Germany 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Material Science And Metallurgy Engineering
Shiraz University
Shiraz, Iran 04.2001 -
Skills
MICROSOFT OFFICE
ImageJ
SYSWELD
MATLAB
C
Python
Teamwork and Collaboration
Complex Problem-solving
Quality control
Energy efficiency
Research Interests
- Smart Manufacturing and Digitalization
- Energy-Efficient Systems and Integration
- Technology Partner Ecosystems in Engineering
- Knowledge Management Systems
Selected Course Projects
- Optimization of Organic Solar Cells, Focused on optimization of materials used in organic semiconductor devices based on electrically doped transport layers.
- Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) for Increased H Storage in Mg-based Alloys, Improving properties of a Mg-Ni alloy by VAAM (wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing) with the aim of enhancing hydrogen storage capacity.
- 3D PCL-PLA-ZnO Nanocomposite Scaffolds, PCL/PLA/ZnO scaffolds were fabricated by 3D printing to improve mechanical performance.
- Mechanical Behavior of CMCs, Analyzed mechanical behavior in different situations and predicted performance by using FEA (finite element analysis).
Honors And Awards
- Ranked within the top 4% in the nationwide University Entrance Exam (Bachelor), 06/01/18
- Ranked within the top 5% in the nationwide University Entrance Exam (Master), 03/01/23
- Contributed as part of a team that secured 3rd place team in the rescue B category (maze) in RoboCup IranOpen competition, 04/01/16
- Ranked 4th place in national neuroscience competition, 04/01/17
Timeline
R&D Intern
Iran Solars (Hoshmand Parto Tavan)
05.2024 - 07.2024
English Teacher
Tameshk Kids World
03.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor Internship
Mobarakeh Steel Engineering (MSE) Co.
08.2021 - 10.2021
Research and Development (R&D) Engineer
Pakniroo solar
03.2019 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Materials Science And Engineering
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Material Science And Metallurgy Engineering
Shiraz University
04.2001 -
Teaching Assistant
Shiraz University