Reza Saeed Kandezy received his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Oklahoma. With over a decade of experience, he has worked on diverse projects across various fields, including designing and implementing testing facilities, network surveillance systems, and conducting compatibility tests on electrical power equipment. In 2024, he accepted a position as Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Oklahoma.

 

Reza's experience encompasses:

• Technical and Management Expertise: Over eight years of experience in both research and industrial environments, honing skills in leadership and administration.

• Validation of Electrical Equipment: Lead investigator in validating electrical power equipment for MV transmission and substation systems, performing FMEA analysis on numerous electrical and electronic systems.

• Development of Equipment and Systems: Creation of advanced power and energy systems simulators, development of research laboratories and equipment in compliance with IEC, ISO, and IEEE standards, and modification of electrical equipment for power and communication hardware.

• Research, Evaluation, and Training: Senior engineer and manager in a tier-one research facility, focused on designing, optimizing, and modifying electrical power, electronic, and information technology systems. Contributed to professional engineering programs and taught courses on electrical power, quality assurance, and hazardous atmosphere equipment.

• Instruction and Teaching: Adapts diverse learning styles and applies practical approaches in college, professional, and K-12 settings.

 

His research interests include power electronics, renewable energy resources, inverter-based energy resources, transient-state models, control of power converters, and power quality issues in microgrids.