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Alexandria, Va, Us

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington D.C. Metro Area

King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania

As a pilot plant engineering co-op I worked with a team of engineers responsible for maintaining plant operations supporting the testing of future processes for multiple business units within Arkema Americas.Some of my accomplishments in this position include:- Identified and led a $10,000 capital expense project to move plant towards company environmental goals- Designed and completed a Six Sigma gage repeatability and reproducibility study on operator quality control… Show more As a pilot plant engineering co-op I worked with a team of engineers responsible for maintaining plant operations supporting the testing of future processes for multiple business units within Arkema Americas.Some of my accomplishments in this position include:- Identified and led a $10,000 capital expense project to move plant towards company environmental goals- Designed and completed a Six Sigma gage repeatability and reproducibility study on operator quality control testing- Developed and improved operating procedure to reflect changes in process and clarify operator process safety actions- Studied various alloy corrosion coupons to determine best material for reactor design using microscopic imaging and material balances- Collaborated with a team of engineers for projects including plant glycol chiller replacement, pressure safety device preventative maintenance plan, vibrational separation viability study and reactor agitator replacement and improvement Show less

Essington, Pennsylvania

As a product development co-op I was responsible for conducting research regarding new chemicals and products. This allowed Esstech pursue niche markets and to best meet customers needs. Some of my accomplishments in this position include:- Completed research on UV curable soft oligomers for reusable electrostatic adhesive project- Supported production group with lab scale processes including reactions and purifications- Assisted in process development of visible light… Show more As a product development co-op I was responsible for conducting research regarding new chemicals and products. This allowed Esstech pursue niche markets and to best meet customers needs. Some of my accomplishments in this position include:- Completed research on UV curable soft oligomers for reusable electrostatic adhesive project- Supported production group with lab scale processes including reactions and purifications- Assisted in process development of visible light curing 3D printer ink - Worked with customers to produce unique specialty chemicals that meet their operational needs Show less

West Chester, Pennsylvania

As a process engineering co-op at Sartomer, I was responsible for operations that allowed for process improvement and daily operations of the West Chester facility. My daily responsibilities involved the upkeep of process databases, performing regular safety inspections, assisting lead engineers with ongoing assignments and completing personal projects.Some of my major accomplishments included:- Instituted a raw material reduction resulting in a predicted annual savings of more… Show more As a process engineering co-op at Sartomer, I was responsible for operations that allowed for process improvement and daily operations of the West Chester facility. My daily responsibilities involved the upkeep of process databases, performing regular safety inspections, assisting lead engineers with ongoing assignments and completing personal projects.Some of my major accomplishments included:- Instituted a raw material reduction resulting in a predicted annual savings of more than $100,000- Developed Foxboro code for instillation of power indicators on centrifugal pumps- Completed the bi-annual hazardous waste report for the PA Department of Environmental Protection- Participated in Process Hazard Analyses in a Project Safety Management facility Show less

Lebanon, Pennsylvania

As a central processing technician I was responsible for ensuring that biological samples for patients with the Good Samaritan Health System were properly prepared and delivered to the correct testing facility. While in this role I worked in a team environment with physicians and health care providers to assure sample quality and maintain a high level of patient care.

Master Of Engineering Management

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Chemical Engineering

Activities and Societies: AIChE, Intramural Sports

High School Diploma