Mr.Dame Alemayehu Efa | Laser Beam Welding award |Best Researcher Award

Education and Qualifications:

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Focus, Wallaga University, Ethiopia (February 10, 2021)
  • Thesis Title: Design of a Solar-Powered Hydraulic Scissor Lift Table for the Wollega University Student Cafeteria
• MSc in Mechanical Engineering, specialization in Manufacturing Engineering, Wallaga University, Nekemte, Ethiopia (September 01, 2021 – February 23, 2024)
  • Thesis Title: Metamaterial Structures and Topology Optimization for Additive Manufacturing, with Multi-Objective Parametric Optimization for Selective Laser Melting (SLM)

Work Experience:

1. Internship at Ethiopian Airlines, Bole, Ethiopia (March – June 2019)
2. Mechanic at New Flower General Trading plc., Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (March 20 – May 01, 2021)
3. Assistant Lecturer at Dambidolo University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ethiopia (May 10 – August 30, 2021)
4. Current Position: Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia (since September 17, 2021)

Courses Taught (Undergraduate Level):

1. Workshop Practice and Laboratory Exercises
2. Introduction to Engineering Profession
3. Engineering Mechanics II Dynamics
4. Heavy-duty and Earth-moving Equipment
5. Engineering Drawing

Dame Alemayehu Efa is a highly motivated and accomplished Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in Manufacturing Engineering. He has demonstrated exceptional academic performance throughout his studies, culminating in a perfect grade for his Master’s degree. His research interests include additive manufacturing, metamaterial structures, and parametric optimization. As a dedicated lecturer and researcher, he aspires to contribute significantly to the field of Mechanical Engineering through his innovative ideas and high-quality publications.