Innovative professional with in-depth knowledge of nuclear, materials and quality engineering and ability to develop solutions that identify and resolve safety issues at various nuclear reactors and radiation sources. Skillful leader and problem solver with strengths in process improvement, research and project management. Proficient in computer coding and other technical aspects of the field as well as radiation shielding, radiation damage, reactor physics and health physics. Areas of expertise include:
QUALITY CONTROL
** Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA)
** Statistical Process Control
** Data Analysis
KEYWORD SUMMARY: Nuclear Engineering, Engineer, Nuclear Reactor Physicist, Radiation Protection, Radiation Shielding, Health Physics, Radiation Damage, MCNP, Technology Development, Solution Development, Quality Assurance, Data Collection and Analysis, Reporting, Documentation, Research, Publications, Process Design, Parts and System Development, Heat Treatment, FMEA, Technology, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Coding, Isotopes, Manufacturing Processes, Failure Analysis, Safety, Productivity, Efficiency, Nuclear Waste, Change Management, Regulatory Compliance, Client Relations, Customer Service.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
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Ph.D. and M.S. in Nuclear Engineering
Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
M.S. in Materials Engineering
University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), American Society for Quality (ASQ), 2001-Present
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY, Tempe, Arizona, July 2009 to Present
Adjunct Faculty
Maintain current knowledge of novel technologies in the fields of materials and nuclear engineering through ongoing research, analysis and scientific literature review. Interact with colleagues (experts in the field) to prepare effective funding proposals.
Key Contribution:
** Drafted, developed and submitted six proposals to secure research funding from a wide range of sources.
CANDESCO CORPORATION, Toronto, Ontario, January 2008 to November 2009
Analyst
Performed analyses and prepared corresponding reports for 12+ waste handling, storage, waste management and other nuclear facility/process analyses to comply with regulatory guidelines and meet 100% of client requirements. Led two complete projects (5-6 team members each) from concept through implementation. Identified vulnerabilities by performing FMEA, fault and event-tree analyses. Prepared and submitted the Safety Analysis Report (SAR), Source Term Report, and Radiation Fields Assessment Report (RFAR).
Key Contributions:
** Played integral role in 12+ projects that promoted excellence and quality assurance in safety analysis, radiation protection, licensing and waste management.
** Reviewed and categorized software to highlight nuclear safety and Engineering Change Control (ECC) options and opportunities.
** Introduced innovative computer modeling techniques and expedited calculations.
R. TAYLOE ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY, Columbus, Ohio, July to September 2007
Consultant
Ensured the accuracy and integrity in a report that estimated radioactivity levels to support safe, effective waste management. Re-processed and verified calculations. Proposed changes to eliminate inconsistent and inaccurate data.
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, Columbus, Ohio, January 2001 to August 2007
Researcher
Designed and led two complex research projects focused on reactor physics, radiation damage and health physics. Defined research strategies, tracked processes and documented results on theoretical and experimental projects. Partnered with colleagues in all phases of project planning and execution. Published 25+ papers and presented at 10+ conferences. Position was on part-time basis, concurrent with Ph.D. and M.S. training.
Key Contributions:
** Developed MCNP5 models of the IRIS, GT-MHR and OSU research reactor to estimate the lifetime of semiconductor power monitors in the harsh nuclear reactor environment.
** Studied the impact of neutron and gamma radiation doses to determine the amount of radiation required to kill cancer cells. Reduced radiation exposure time by proposing new moderator and reflector materials in product design.
** Pioneered new computational method (drawing on five computer codes) that estimated the effects of radiation type, time and temperature on defects in SiC diodes in different reactors. This project helped identify optimal positions for SiC diodes in some nuclear reactors.
SAPCO, Tehran, Iran, February 1998 to February 2000
Quality Assurance (QA) Expert
Audited clients' products and critical processes to ensure full alignment with quality standards. Identified manufacturing issues. Assisted in enhancing products and driving up productivity and cost savings by recommending process / product improvements to R&D and other teams. Researched ISO9000 and other quality control (QC) systems with superior standards for quality management.
Key Contributions:
** Skillfully audited 70+ suppliers, and trained supplier representatives on quality engineering tools.
** Discovered and provided the expertise to resolve five significant technical problems.
** Increased quality, safety and consistency by volunteering to serve as SPC and FMEA trainer.
** Organized a national conference on quality control; conference attended by more than 100.
AWARDS AND HONORS
Nuclear Engineering Achievement Award for Excellence in Scholarship, 2003, 2005
Nuclear Engineering Achievement Award for Excellence in Research, 2003-2006
Nuclear Engineering Achievement Award for Instant Impact, 2002
PUBLICATIONS (Selected Journal Papers)
** B. Khorsandi, M. Reisi Fard, T.E. Blue, D. Miller, and W. Windl, "Monte Carlo Modeling of Count Rates & Defects in SiC Detector Neutron Monitor System," Nuclear Technology, 159 (2007).
** B. Khorsandi, T.E. Blue, W. Windl, and J. Kulisek, "TRIM Modeling of Displacement Damage in SiC for Monoenergetic Neutrons," Journal of ASTM International, 3, 8 (2006).
PUBLICATIONS (Selected Conference Papers)
** B. Khorsandi, T.E. Blue, and W. Windl, "Multiscale Modelling of Creation and Evolution of Defects in SiC diode Detectors Placed at a NeutronField," CNS 2008 Simulation Symposium Submission, Ottawa, November 2-4, 2008.
** B. Khorsandi, and T.E. Blue, "Optimizing the OSU-ABNS Base Moderator Assembly Materials for BNCT," ISCNT-11, Boston, 2004
** B. Khorsandi, T.E. Blue, J. Kulisek, W. Windl, and D. Miller "The Use of Monte Carlo Methods to Study the Creation and Evolution of Defects in SiC Detectors Irradiated by Neutrons," 2006 Radiation Protection and Shielding Division Conference, Carlsbad, NM.
Comprehensive list of 25+ journal papers, conference papers and abstracts will be provided on request.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
MCNP, SRM/TRIM, MicroShield, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Excel, Project
AFFILIATIONS
Canadian Nuclear Society, 2008-Present
American Nuclear Society (ANS), 2002-Present
American Society for Quality (ASQ), 2001-Present
ANS Honorary Branch of Alpha Nu Sigma, 2003
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Technical Program Chair, ANS Student Conference, USA, 2005 (200+ attendees)
Nuclear Engineering Delegate, Council of Graduate Students CGS, USA, 2005
SPC and FMEA Trainer, SAPCO, Iran, 1999-2000
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