Hamidreza Azimian

Hamidreza Azimian is a Principal Engineer at Locus Robotics since December 2022, specializing in simulation, data analytics, reinforcement learning, operations research, and optimization. Previously, as a Senior Robotics Research Scientist at Epson Canada Ltd from July 2016 to November 2022, Hamidreza led design sessions, developed physics-based simulation environments, and implemented software stacks for robotics, enhancing vision-based manipulation and optimizing robotics systems. From November 2011 to June 2016, as a Senior Robotics Engineer at the Centre for Image-Guided Innovation and Therapeutic Intervention, Hamidreza integrated robotic systems for minimally invasive neurosurgery while advising junior engineers and conducting feasibility studies. Earlier experience includes a role as a Research Assistant at Canadian Surgical Technologies and Advanced Robotics, where Hamidreza contributed to preoperative planning systems for robotic surgery. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Western University and advanced degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.