Chemical Engineering Student Resume
Detroit, MI
SUMMARY:
Motivated professional pursuing a degree in chemical engineering with several years of education and training experiences within dynamic environments. Collaborative communicator with a strong fundamental understanding of math, science, and chemistry as well as process and systems thinking aptitude. Proven experience evaluating industrial processes and identifying opportunities for improvement with broad - based talents in analytical testing, predictive modeling, and problem solving. Technically proficient in MATLAB, Aspen HYSYS, HTML, Minitab, Java/JavaScript, C/C++, VBA, and MS Office Suite.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Project Management Strategic Analysis & Planning Business Technology / IT
- Microsoft Excel Quality Management & Control Critical Thinking
- Process Improvement / CI Leadership & Development Relationship Building
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS:
Confidential, Detroit, MI
Chemical Engineering Student
Responsibilities:
- Engage in rigorous chemical engineering curriculum, including courses in global engineering, software engineering, biochemistry, engineering physics, and organic and inorganic chemistry.
- Led research efforts in the feasible and profitable use of piezoelectric crystals, helping to alleviate public transportation issues in China.
Confidential, Monroe, MI
Engineering Co-Op
Responsibilities:
- Support the Staff Engineer in the Flue Gas Desulfurization department; test samples from various parts of the plants and implement statistical analysis to create trends that affect or alter operating procedures.
- Instrumental in process maintenance and improvement, auditing lab procedures to yield accurate testing and results, and streamlining data representation.
- Quickened the results reporting process by 25% and utilize statistical techniques to develop process control systems that optimized sulfur reclamation.
- Eliminated redundancies in reporting sample properties by creating macros (VBA) to update and analyze data for the numerous products and streams that were tracked.
Confidential , Mount Clemens, MI
Quality Assurance Technician
Responsibilities:
- Conducted testing of resins, finished product, and intermediates to ensure finished product was within customer and federal specifications before shipment; utilized machine spray guns to test solvent-borne and water-borne finished products.
- Mixed paint samples, sprayed them onto observation panels, and monitored for uneven coverage or unpredictable spray results.
- Analyzed findings and addressed quality issues and concerns within a timely manner, minimizing production delays and preventing non-conforming products from shipping.
- Reduced testing time by 50%; tested and released several products within cramped timeframes.
- Increased customer satisfaction by identifying, manufacturing, and verifying that all expectations and specifications were met within strict time constraints.
Confidential , Rochester Hills, MI
Production Lab Intern
Responsibilities:
- Conducted electrical and mechanical property testing of electrical connectors and wires, monitoring for OEM certified standards.
- Performed voltage tests and extreme environment tests for engage/disengage forces, lifetime wear and tear, and liquid protection.
- Prepared testing samples; cut, stripped, and soldered wires and cut and glued connectors.
- Implemented detailed testing plans with a keen focus on quality control and problem resolution.
- Demonstrated detailed recording practices in data collection, observation documentation, and report composition.
- Maintained and ensured accuracy of quality and inspection files, records, and databases through strong organization skills.
Confidential , Lansing, MI
Quality Control Technician
Responsibilities:
- Created testing standards for new products; utilized a special thermocycler to successfully detect pathogens found in food products and diagnose nonconforming kits in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams in preparing and testing the effects of biological concentrations of allergen, pathogen and mycotoxin samples on diverse food safety kits.
- Thoroughly documented all observations, implementing adjustments as necessary to improve the performance of food safety kits.
- Improved laboratory testing and reporting times by 35%; facilitated safe and efficient product releases to the public.
- Provided instrumental support during specialized projects; validated quality problems, quality systems, and quality system audits.