Ian Minervini
About Ian Minervini
Ian Minervini is a Systems Mechanical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories, specializing in validation and material testing.
Company
Ian Minervini currently works at Sandia National Laboratories as a Systems Mechanical Engineer. He has held this position since 2022 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Sandia National Laboratories is known for its research and development in national security, energy, and environmental technologies.
Education and Expertise
Ian Minervini earned a Master's of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, completing his studies in 2021. Before that, he achieved a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution in 2020. His academic background has equipped him with specialized knowledge in validation testing and material testing, including proficiency in Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Laser Flash Analysis, Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and the Hot Disk technique for thermal conductivity testing.
Professional Background
Prior to his current role, Ian Minervini was an Engineering Intern at Sandia National Laboratories from 2020 to 2022 in the Albuquerque-Santa Fe Metropolitan Area. During his time at Texas A&M University, he worked as an Undergraduate Researcher from 2019 to 2020 and served as a Peer Teacher from 2018 to 2019. These roles provided him with foundational experiences in engineering research and education.
Specialized Skills
Ian Minervini has developed a range of specialized skills throughout his career. He is proficient in using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) for detailed material analysis. He also has experience with Laser Flash Analysis for measuring thermal conductivity and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) for studying material properties. Additionally, he utilizes the Hot Disk technique for thermal conductivity testing, making him well-versed in various methods of material testing.