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PhD Materials Scientist and Engineer based in Christchurch, New Zealand. I have over 16 years of experience in metallurgy, alloy development, and pilot-scale implementation of advanced materials technologies.
Experience Level
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Intermediate
Work Experience
Project Manager / Senior Materials Engineer at ILM&T (Institute of Light Materials and Technologies, UC RUSAL)
March 31, 2025 - March 31, 2025Led development of novel aluminum alloys for battery foil and high-conductivity applications. Directed pilot-scale production and integrated process simulation (QForm) to optimize rolling and casting. Used SEM/EDS/EBSD/TEM to study phase transformations and nanoparticle distribution (Al3Zr, Al3Sc). Delivered two patent-pending alloy systems; oversaw planning, experiments, and partner coordination. Promoted zero-defect industrial processing methods and sustainable alloy development.
Head of Materials Laboratory / Researcher at S7 Space R&D Center
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020Established a full metallographic and mechanical testing lab from scratch. Conducted R&D on WAAM and developed post-process heat treatments. Investigated friction stir welding of Al alloys and implemented robotic welding techniques. Enhanced structural integrity of advanced Al alloys via microstructure-based process refinement.
Materials Scientist / Researcher at VNIINM (Advanced Research Institute of Inorganic Materials)
February 28, 2018 - February 28, 2018Led R&D for Nb3Sn superconductors used in ITER and LHC (CERN), managing full metallurgical workflow. Studied diffusion processes and intermetallic formation in Cu/Nb composites. Designed and executed pilot-scale heat treatments; improved production yield and quality by ~20%. Collaborated with CERN to deliver 1.5+ km defect-free Nb3Sn superconducting wire with 2500 A/mm² capacity. Reorganized the lab and oversaw acquisition and commissioning of metallurgical equipment.
Education
Engineer’s Degree (Honours), Materials Science at Moscow State University of Instrument Engineering and Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008PhD in Materials Science at National University of Science and Technology (MISiS), Moscow
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018Qualifications
QForm – Metal Forming Simulation
January 1, 2022 - November 11, 2025Welding Techniques – TIG, MIG/MAG, MMA
January 1, 2024 - November 11, 2025Python - general syntax
January 1, 2025 - November 11, 2025Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services
Experience Level
Intermediate
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