I collaborated with Technical Service and Development and Analytical Science teams to develop solutions for customer problems. Additionally, I conduct failure analysis to support root cause analyis. Frequently used techniques include: Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, and Ion Milling

Materials Wear and Corrosion; Energy, Mining and EnvironmentOverall, I contributed to the failure analysis and research on wear and corrosion resistant materials. I was the custodian some existing equipment; as such I trained new users on the equipment, maintained the safety systems, continuously improved on the reliability, and provided timeline estimates for project management. For incoming equipment, I was responsible for the start-up, and commissioning. This included planning and managing: building resources, safety systems and design consideration in order to streamline installation. Additionally, I assisted in the regular operations of the research laboratory. Notable contributions include:- Placed first in an independent inter-laboratory evaluation (6 international laboratories) for accuracy and repeatability in ASTM wear testing- Led a team to develop custom test procedures and equipment for hydrogen embrittlement evaluation in gas pipelines- Validated specimen geometry and desired failure locations using ANSYS finite element analysis- Systematically eliminated potential sources of problems to eliminate repeat failures of a motor fuse- Conducted root cause failure analysis and recommend corrective actions for equipment failureNotable equipment: Parr High Pressure Vessel, Solarius Viking Profilometer, NANOVEA Optical ProfilerStandard test methods: Vickers' Hardness, G65 Rubber Wheel AbrasionAdditional Roles: Facility and Lab Coordinator, Deputy Building Emergency Officer, First Aid Attendant

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Engineered Materials Testing; Energy, Mining and EnvironmentI was responsible for the start-up, commissioning, and maintenance of various equipment. I contributed to the failure analysis of wear and corrosion resistant materials. Additionally, I assisted in the regular operations of a research laboratory. - Investigated the wear of materials to expand a mining wear materials database and rank materials for industrial applications- Redesigned an impact abrasion testing apparatus to double the energy transferred in a single impact- Established baseline material performance in high-pressure, high-temperature corrosive slurry environments by developing new testing procedures- Enabled new high-pressure, high-temperature testing capabilities by installing and commissioning a new ~$100 000 autoclave Notable equipment: Parr High Pressure VesselStandard test methods: Vickers' Hardness, G65 Rubber Wheel AbrasionAdditional Roles: Facility and Lab Coordinator

Technical Services, Strategic Petroleum Policy and Investment Office, Canmet ENERGYI was part of a team responsible for the operation and maintenance of various pilot plants. The processes that I have experience on include a pilot scale Froth Treatment plant and a Solvent Deasphalting plant. Notable tasks have included:- Anticipated process upsets and problems due to experimental process conditions and applied the necessary corrective actions- Implemented new PID loops to automate the operation of various pumps in a process- Built an optimized HMI for a new chemical process using Honeywell based software- Initiated and completed a management of change process for the installation of an air operated valve to streamline a chemical loading process- Rebuilt and serviced various pumps including progressive cavity and diaphragm pumps- Reviewed process data to develop an incident timeline to inform corrective actions and prevent future problems

I assisted in the sale and scheduling of tires and routine maintenance for customer vehicles during a the peak season. - Recommended the optimal tires by interacting with customers to identify their needs and requirements

Advanced Heat Transfer and Surface Technologies LaboratoryAs a part of my Master of Science Degree, I analyzed new metal matrix composite coating technologies with ASTM testing and materials characterization. I produced technical reports from these the findings for industrial applications. I also deposited coatings by programming an industrial robot to ensure consistency and quality. - Developed and analyzed new wear-resistant coatings using ASTM G65 wear testing and ASTM E384 hardness testing- Decreased conventional MMC wear-resistant coating weight by 40% while maintaining high hardness by exploring different ceramic materials- Analyzed composite coating performance and failures by conducting metallurgical work, ASTM mechanical testing, and NACE corrosion testing- Characterized composite coating porosity and ceramic fraction using SEM and XRD- Evaluated the suitability of coatings for industrial corrosion applications by characterizing and analyzing the coatings after in-situ exposure- Awarded the NSERC Masters Scholarship

I researched, built, and supervised custom lab-scale metallurgical process experiments. I generated reports for clients to increase production, optimize processes, and maximize profitability. I also maintained and repaired various lab equipment.- Reduced hazardous metal content by 45% using heat treatments under a controlled atmosphere- Stabilized over 90% of a toxic metal by designing and implementing an innovative metallurgical process- Investigated lab-scale wet chemical processes to develop salts for electrochemical deposition

Advanced Materials Team, Canmet MATERIALSI was the project lead responsible for developing advanced ceramics testing capabilities in-house. I conducted SEM analysis and materials testing to improve material properties, increase device performance, and develop new composite materials. - Designed and implemented a quality assurance program using ASTM testing of advanced ceramics to support new material development- Discovered an increase in strength by 8.4%, by controlling composite directionality- Managed a request for quotation process for advanced ceramics machining to streamline testing capabilities- Used statistical analysis detailed in ASTM standards to extrapolate the strength of ceramics

Process Safety GroupI supported root cause failure analysis, identified process safety risks, and assisted in hazard and operability studies (HAZOP) by analyzing process data. My projects included investigating new technologies for gas detection and producing regular process safety incident reports to improve safety and increase reliability. - Explored new technologies for gas detection to increase uptime resulting in $300 000 of increased production for a single facility- Supported root cause failure analysis and hazard assessments by identifying critical process data following plant upsets- Collaborated with database administrators to automate process safety incident reporting- Reviewed P&ID updates for consistency

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