Zahra Ahali, Ph.D.

Senior Process Engineer @ ASM | Thin-film Development and Characterization, ALD

Belgium

About

I am a senior process development engineer with a PhD in chemistry, specializing in materials optimization and the development of advanced technological solutions. My background integrates materials science, electrochemistry, and semiconductor process development, with expertise in thin-film deposition, advanced process integration, equipment optimization, and surface characterization.

Experience

  • Senior Process Development Engineer at ASM
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

  • Process Development Engineer at Beneq
    Aug 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Aalto University (On-site)
    • Doctoral Candidate
      Nov 2019 - Aug 2023 · 3 yrs 10 mos

    • Teacher Assistant
      2022 - 2023 · 1 yr

      Electrochemistry and energy conversion

    • Research Assistant
      2021 - 2023 · 2 yrs

      Atomic layer depostion Technique Thin film depostion and optimization Cathode/Anode sample preparation Electrochemical test and analysis (CV, GCDC, EIS)

  • Research Visitor at ESRF - The European Synchrotron
    Jul 2023 - Jul 2023 · 1 mo

    At ESRF, we leveraged the beamline for ex-situ nano-tomography analysis to gain detailed insights into the structural properties of battery cathode materials. This technique enabled high-resolution 3D imaging, allowing us to explore the material's microstructure, porosity, and internal structures. The analysis provided valuable information on how these structural features influence the performance and durability of the cathode materials, contributing to a deeper understanding of their behavior in energy storage applications.

  • Research Internship at Beneq
    Feb 2023 - May 2023 · 4 mos