Yi(Mark) Sun, M.Eng., Eit Email & Phone Number

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

1. Upscale the synthesis and manufacturing processes of solid-state hydrogen storage materials2. Conduct process development and engineering design to build a new chemical pilot plant

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

1. Prepared a variety of catalyst ink formulations, using nano-particle catalysts and ionomers, to develop gas-diffusion electrodes (GDEs) for water electrolyzers and fuel cells. 2. Developed electrodes with catalyst ink and porous transport layers by using multiple coating techniques, including spray coating, bar coating, and wet lamination. 3. Conducted development of catalyst coated membranes (CCM) and membrane-electrode assembly (MEA) for water electrolyzers using multiple coating methods. 4. Performed process optimization for spray coating processes. 5. Conducted materials characterization on ink, electrode, and CCM samples using XRF, particle size analyzer, microscopy, and thickness gauge. 6. Assisted with water electrolyzers operation to analyze electrodes’ performance and durability. 7. Created and maintained project documentation and records for data analysis and experimental review. 8. Developed and updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) as well as technical reports for electrode development and coating process optimization. 9. Presented experimental results and project progress to team members and supervisors.10. Managed laboratory operations by creating and maintaining chemical inventory and purchasing lab supplies.• Completed multiple projects successfully to improve electrodes’ performance in water electrolyzers and fuel cells• Manufactured high-quality and large-size electrodes with spray coating that constantly impressed customers.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

1. Planned and conducted hydrocracking experiments that converted oil sands bitumen into lighter petroleum hydrocarbons and value-added fuels, by collaborating with colleagues and project sponsors. 2. Performed a variety of wet chemistry analyses on reaction product (liquid, solid, and gas products) separation and recovery. 3. Conducted mass balance calculations to determine product yield of reactions. 4. Developed and updated experiment process flow diagrams (PFDs) by conducting process simulations with Aspen Plus. 5. Created and updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) for chemical engineering experiments. 6. Participated in continuous improvement of experimental processes and development of new product recovery techniques. 7. Developed and maintained project documentation and records for data analysis and experimental review. 8. Recorded, analyzed, and interpreted experimental data and presented results at regular lab meetings. 9. Coordinated and ensured implementation of laboratory safety rules and procedures. 10. Managed laboratory operations by purchasing lab supplies through vendors and maintaining laboratory inventory. 11. Trained new laboratory employees and research students on experimental procedures and laboratory safety protocols.• Safely conducted more than 26 complex chemical engineering experiments under challenging reaction conditions.• Successfully completed the main tasks of an industry energy project.

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

1. Performed chemistry experiments (extractions) to prepare environmental samples (water and soil) for trace organic pollutant analysis while ensuring SOPs and ISO 17025 standards. 2. Utilized GC-MS and GC-FID as well as analytical instrumentation software, such as Agilent ChemStation and MassHunter, to analyze samples and to conduct data processing.3. Conducted sample information management and data update using LIMS. 4. Developed stock solution, reagents, dilutions, and standards for numerous chemical analyses. 5. Documented and administered records of sample preparation and analysis. 6. Streamlined lab operations by purchasing and maintaining chemical and technical supplies. 7. Ensured regular preventative maintenance and calibration for GC-MS/FID. 8. Prepared quality sample data and presented them for review and for customers without any failure.• Obtained up to 10 complex sample extraction methods and adopted data processing methods within a year.• Trained six new lab technicians in experimental procedures and lab operations.

Vancouver, Canada Area

1. Organized weekly lab session for up to 60 first year engineering students for APSC 100 and 101 course. 2. Fostered students learning by mentoring and guiding projects. 3. Evaluated student performance by marking assignments, grading exams, and assessing module competitions/presentations. 4. Ensured smooth running of lab sessions by coordinating with students, lab instructors, professors, and course coordinators.

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

1. Prepared wood chip samples and analyzed target chemical actives using GC-MS and HPLC-MS instruments for quality control (QC) purposes while following SOPs. 2. Contributed to the delivery of product development R&D projects by performing stability testing of target actives in new chemical formulations in close collaboration with other staff. 3. Enhanced company’s analytical services by developing a HPLC analytical testing method for measuring active ingredients from wood preservatives. 4. Monitored lab experiments and prepared reports. 5. Carried out sample data analysis and interpretation using ChemStation and Excel, to present data results. • Prepared and analyzed the highest number of samples (128+) within a day for eight months continuously and received commendation from senior management.• Performed R&D projects on chemical formulations and analytical instrument(HPLC) method development

Vancouver, Canada Area

1. Prepared mineral samples using different laboratory equipment and following SOPs. 2. Produced 100+ mineral samples in a day. 3. Conducted QC test for optimized particle distribution to assure particle quality in compliance with requirements.

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Chemical Engineering, 92%

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Chemical And Biological Engineering

Activities and Societies: Dean's Honour List by Faculty of Applied Science; Chad Bennington Memorial Scholarship in Chemical.