- Developed vehicle performance requirements for Cadillac's Lane Keep Assist & Lane Centering features based on Simulations.- Validated requirements and software performance through simulation-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the loop (HIL), and in-vehicle testing.- Defined calibration metrics and processes for vehicle level performance optimization using statistical models and analysis.- Created Python test scripts for system level verification, debugging & troubleshooting, root cause identification, and issue resolution.- Supported cross-functional teams in the system architecture enhancement, fault detection, controls, remedial action strategies.

- Conducted system level failure mode analysis, hardware failure rate calculation and required diagnostics coverage based on ISO26262.- Developed technical requirements & fault detection/mitigation strategies for brake system architecture for Autonomous Vehicles.- Led implementation of diagnostics algorithms for electronic & hydraulic units & vehicle deceleration monitors using MATLAB/C/C++.- Developed test plans & procedures for simulation-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the loop (HIL) and in-vehicle verification & validation.- Actively participated in architectural and technical decisions, software & hardware integration, and calibration process based on V Model.

- Directed a team of electrical, chemical, mechanical and software engineers that delivered high quality hardware and software algorithms.- Led development of cutting-edge technology of electro-active polymer (EAP) actuators and sensors for biomedical/haptic devices.- Directed successful demonstration of proof-of-concept prototypes to company stakeholders and investors.

Taught Signals & Systems 1 (ECSE 303), analysis of continuous and discrete-time signals, Fourier representations, Laplace & Z transforms.

- Led the invention of control algorithm and mechanical design of a multi-speed transmission for electric vehicles (US9702438).- Managed manufacturing of an alpha prototype of the designed transmission and performed SIL/HIL testing, verification, and validation.- Supported state-of-art reviews (reviewed more than 4000 patents), patent filing, and intellectual property management.

• Advised mechanical design of an X-by-wire prototype based on Ackerman geometry • Supervised dynamical modeling, kinematic analysis, controller design, and experimental validation• Cooperated in development and troubleshooting of PCB layouts • Assisted in image processing for navigation purposes • Oversaw integration of mechanical system with electronic control systems, drivers, sensors, and actuators• Established wireless communication, data logging, and processing systems using LabVIEW and Arduino• Ameliorated accuracy of navigation by equipping the prototype with optical position sensors• Created and executed test protocols for model, controller, and embedded system verificationhttp://samanrahimi.weebly.com/projects.html

Course Name: MECH 290 Design Graphics for Mechanical Engineering• Taught mechanical design process from concept to manufacturing processes, drawings, and fabrication• Instructed 2D and 3D object visualization in modern engineering design• Explained standards in graphics communication, production of working drawings and GD&T techniques• Trained mechanical design in Part, Assembly, and Drawing sections in SolidWorks software• Tailored students’ progress reports to meet required specifications and design criteria for final reportshttp://www.mcgill.ca/study/2013-2014/courses/mech-290