Zhidong Zhang
About Zhidong Zhang
Zhidong Zhang is an engineer with a strong academic background in engineering disciplines, holding a PhD in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. He has extensive professional experience, including roles at Collins & Aikman, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, and currently at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Zhidong Zhang has been employed as an Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2022. His role involves applying engineering principles to support various research initiatives within the laboratory. The laboratory is known for its contributions to national security, energy, and environmental sustainability.
Education and Expertise
Zhidong Zhang holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Michigan, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He also earned a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution during the same period. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering from Tsinghua University, studying from 1992 to 1997.
Professional Experience at Collins & Aikman
Zhidong Zhang worked as an Acoustic Development Engineer at Collins & Aikman from 2001 to 2004. His responsibilities included developing acoustic solutions for automotive applications. This role was based in Plymouth, Michigan, and contributed to his expertise in noise and vibration engineering.
Career at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
From 2004 to 2011, Zhidong Zhang served as a Senior Tire-Vehicle Acoustics Engineer at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio. In this position, he focused on the acoustics of tire performance and its interaction with vehicle dynamics, enhancing the overall driving experience.
Experience at Northrop Grumman Corporation
Zhidong Zhang was employed at Northrop Grumman Corporation as a Sr. Staff Engineer/Tech Fellow from 2011 to 2022. His work involved advanced engineering projects, contributing to the company's technological developments in defense and aerospace sectors. This role was based in Sunnyvale, California.