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Markham, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Led lithium-ion battery processing trials at Spoke facilities, ensuring verification of process design and mechanical equipment performance. Successfully identified and resolved bottlenecks, optimizing operational efficiency. Designed and executed comprehensive commissioning plans for all of Li-Cycle’s North American and European Spokes, displaying expertise in mechanical and process control verification. Ensured implementation, guaranteeing operational readiness.Developed technical standards, including piping and instrumentation diagrams (PIDs), process control narratives, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), fostering operational excellence across the organization. Played a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency and standardization.Crafted a comprehensive operating manual for the Germany Spoke, meeting European Conformity (CE) regulatory requirements. Demonstrated attention to detail and regulatory compliance expertise, ensuring operational adherence.Provided crucial onsite field engineering support during the construction of the Germany Spoke, effectively coordinating daily punch list activities with contractors. Demonstrated strong project management skills and dedication to project success.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Led the commercialization of the Arizona Spoke from project inception to delivery. Coordinated project development, selected optimal sites, established robust scheduling frameworks, and conducted cost forecasting. Resulted in flawless execution and timely delivery, meeting all project milestones and client expectations.Completed the acquisition of Federal, State, and Municipal permits. Compiled comprehensive permit packages and liaised with regulatory bodies to expedite approval processes. Effectively managed a team of staff and consultants, ensuring seamless coordination and adherence to regulatory standards. Directed detailed design engineering, collaborating with an external EPC firm. Oversaw 3D-model review and refinement process, guaranteeing optimal design and functionality. Personally approved all mechanical and steel fabrication packages, ensuring adherence to rigorous quality standards and project specifications.Assumed the role of onsite construction manager, overseeing facility installation. Fostered close collaboration with onsite contractors, optimizing workflow efficiency and addressing field-related challenges. Employed cost-control measures, monitoring expenditures to prevent budget overruns while maintaining construction quality and schedule adherence.Guided the commissioning and ramp-up of facility operations to full-scale production capacity. Orchestrated commissioning activities, verifying system functionality and performance. Ensured the facility attained nameplate capacity for production, validating the project's success and enabling the realization of operational goals.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Led mechanical and process engineering design for the New York Spoke, standardizing future Spoke plant designs through the establishment of modularization techniques. This initiative streamlined design processes, significantly reducing lead times and facilitating rapid deployment of Spoke facilities.Executed electrical and process pre-commissioning activities for the New York Spoke, ensuring functionality of equipment and process control logic ahead of site delivery. Employed rigorous testing protocols to validate system integrity and performance, identifying and rectifying potential operational bottlenecks. Played a pivotal role in ensuring the timely completion of the New York Spoke construction by actively supporting contractors and swiftly resolving onsite issues. Employed proactive problem-solving strategies to address construction challenges promptly, minimizing project delays and optimizing workflow efficiency. Spearheaded the procurement of mechanical equipment for the Ontario Spoke, overseeing all aspects from cost budgeting to vendor liaison and tender package analysis. Through meticulous vendor management and thorough analysis of tender packages, ensured the timely acquisition of critical equipment, facilitating seamless project execution.Led process optimization initiatives resulting in a 400% increase in production capacity at a pilot-scale battery recycling facility. Employed data-driven approaches to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks within existing processes, implementing targeted optimizations to enhance throughput and yield.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Brantford, Ontario

• Utilized analytical methods and instrumentation (DSC, MFI, XRF) to complete the characterization of plastic samples• Implemented and prepared documentation outlining experimental results for production and engineering groups• Assisted with the design and experimentation of wax applications, including curtain coatings and hot-melt adhesives• Collaborated with operations staff to organize incoming and existing inventory

Mississauga, Ontario

• Performed liquid-liquid extraction experiments to selectively transfer elements, improving process efficiency and reducing production costs based on experimental results• Operated inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP-AES) instruments to analyze the chemical composition of liquid samples• Completed data analysis of solid samples utilizing carbon-sulfur and x-ray fluoresce (XRF) instruments• Performed ferrous and free acid titrations for data comparison and reported results to colleagues

Woodbridge, Ontario

• Completed Project – Testing and Comparative Analysis of Cold PVC Piping• Independently developed and tested plastic samples to be produced for piping• Worked efficiently with various lab equipment to deliver experimental data punctually • Conducted thorough tensile and impact strength analyses of samples under supervision• Collaborated with colleagues on multiple projects and maintained a high level of performance