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ZHENWEI ZHENG

North Strathfield,NSW

Summary

Strong interest in materials testing and characterization, particularly in microscopy. 3 Years of independent research experience during undergraduate and postgraduate studies at UNSW, specializing in alloy and ceramic coatings. Sound knowledge of modern materials analytical techniques and demonstrated strength in technical writing and presentation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Failure Analysis Technician (Intern)

Kolbenschmidt Shanghai Piston Co., Ltd.
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Worked with a team of 5 to analysed broken pistons sent from customers.
  • Inspected sample pistons using both optical and electron microscopes, implemented hardness tests using a Vickers hardness tester.
  • Generated technical reports from experimental data and helped translation into English.
  • Provided professional advices to design department for product improvement.

Education

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Materials Science And Engineering

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
06.2024

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Ceramic Engineering

University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW
04.2022

Skills

  • Laboratory: SEM-EDX, XRD, XPS, AFM, FIB, TEM, Wear and scratch testing
  • Fabrication: Metallurgical sample preparation, TEM lamella preparation, ion beam milling
  • Computer: Origin, CrysTBox, ImageJ, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Research Experience

Research on TiAlN coatings synthesised with different Al concentrations

Research Leader, UNSW Sydney, 09/2022 - present

  • Conducted advanced research in TiAlN coatings by employing a range of materials characterization techniques including microscopy, photoelectron spectroscopy and other mechanical testing methods.
  • Handled research design and proposal; processed data and performed qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Organised regular presentations to supervisor and research panel to report progress.


Timeline

Failure Analysis Technician (Intern)

Kolbenschmidt Shanghai Piston Co., Ltd.
06.2021 - 02.2022

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Materials Science And Engineering

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Ceramic Engineering

University of New South Wales
ZHENWEI ZHENG