Director of Technology | Engineer | Creator at Heart
Welcome! I’m Alireza Zarrabian, a mechanical and chemical engineer with over 15 years of experience in design, technology development, and product commercialization. Currently, I serve as the Director of Technology at a Canadian cleantech startup, where I lead a talented team in developing innovative technologies that convert greenhouse gases into solid carbon materials. My mission here on Guru is to help you bring your ideas to life.
I draw inspiration from a quote by Neale Donald Walsch: “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” This profound truth has guided my personal and professional journey. Whether it involves designing a new product, solving complex engineering challenges, or mentoring fellow innovators, I strive to follow my creative passions and assist others in overcoming technical and creative boundaries.
As your collaborator, I offer a unique blend of practical experience and visionary thinking. Here are some highlights of my career:
- Designing, manufacturing, and marketing multiple household products—transforming everyday problems into elegant engineering solutions.
- Leading a large-scale technology transfer project to establish wind turbine gearbox production—an end-to-end success in engineering and process development.
- Contributing to an international ISO standard in the machine tools industry and Being the main inventor of a patent (US20250065294A1).
- Generating 3D models, drawings, and manufacturing procedures for over a hundred parts in the energy sector, including turbine blades and casings, using various materials.
On Guru, I specialize in supporting entrepreneurs, inventors, and early-stage companies with services such as 3D product design, simulation, prototyping, manufacturing planning, chemical process development, and patent preparation. My goal is to give form to your ideas with clarity, technical excellence, and deep respect for your mission.
When I’m not working, you’ll likely find me immersed in a book by Brené Brown or Adam Grant, both of whom inspire my love for self-growth and creative leadership. I also enjoy tracking the latest trends in engineering innovation, reading patents as others read fiction, and exploring technology roadmaps across various industries.
One quirky fact about me? I once designed a kitchen gadget inspired by a dinner table conversation—and it’s now part of a successful product line!
A Little More About Me
Outside of work, I’m passionate about reading and personal development. Influenced by authors like Brené Brown and Adam Grant, I explore the deeper connections between creativity, vulnerability, and leadership. I enjoy keeping up with the latest technology trends, especially in material science, cleantech, and sustainable engineering. Reading patents is more than a professional habit for me; it’s a hobby that allows me to understand the frontiers of innovation.
I live in Calgary, Alberta, with my amazing wife and daughter.
** Let's do something extraordinary together.**
Work Terms
I can consider any project within my expertise with minimum 500$.