Reza Nasouri, Ph.D.
About Reza Nasouri, Ph.D.
Reza Nasouri, Ph.D., is a Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer at Exponent, specializing in thermo-mechanics modeling and occupant safety analysis. He has a strong background in finite element applications and has authored over 15 peer-reviewed publications in his field.
Current Role at Exponent
Reza Nasouri serves as a Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer at Exponent, a role he has held since 2021. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he applies his expertise in mechanical engineering to support various projects. His responsibilities include conducting thorough analyses and providing engineering solutions that address complex challenges in the field.
Previous Experience at The University of Texas at San Antonio
Reza Nasouri worked at The University of Texas at San Antonio from 2013 to 2019. During this time, he held dual roles as an FEA/CAE Engineer and an ABAQUS Instructor. His work involved finite element analysis and teaching advanced engineering concepts to students, contributing to the academic community and enhancing educational outcomes in engineering.
Experience at BakerRisk
From 2019 to 2021, Reza Nasouri was employed as a Project Consultant at BakerRisk in San Antonio, Texas. In this position, he focused on risk assessment and management, applying his engineering skills to analyze and mitigate potential hazards in various projects.
Educational Background
Reza Nasouri earned his Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering from The University of Texas at San Antonio, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. He also holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Civil Structural/Geotechnical Engineering, which he obtained from 2013 to 2015. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his engineering expertise.
Research and Publications
Reza Nasouri has authored over 15 peer-reviewed publications focused on finite element applications. His research contributions reflect his extensive knowledge in thermo-mechanics modeling, crashworthiness, occupant safety analysis, fluid-structure interaction (FSI), and smooth particle hydrodynamics (SPH).