Shu Kai Chen

**** **** ** ****** • Vancouver, BC • V5N 2X4 • 778-***-****• absb1b@r.postjobfree.com

Career Profile

** Fluent in English & Mandarin Chinese **

Astute, highly motivated professional with practical and theoretical experience in the field of Metals and Materials Engineering. Combines a strong work ethic with a proven record of accomplishment in the successfully and timely completion of independent and collaborative projects. Possesses an understanding of the processes involved laboratory testing and analysis, and an enthusiasm for troubleshooting and creative problem solving. Knowledgeable in materials indexing, laboratory extraction and test administration. Working knowledge of C++ and Visual Basics, coupled with a strong background in MS Office. A self-starter who is always looking for ways to take initiative and highly adept at working in a team environment.

Technical Skills

• Tensile Strength Test

• Hydrometallurgical Metal Extraction Lab

• Microstructure Analysis

• Material Processes Modeling

• Material Selection & Acquisition Computer Skills

• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Windows (2007)

• C++

• Visual Basics

• Data Entry & Data Warehousing

Implementation – Test Strategy – Unit Testing – Integration Testing – Problem Resolution

Project Management – Quality Assurance & Testing – Process Improvement

E D U C A T I O N

Bachelor of Applied Science – Metals & Materials Engineering Sept 2008 – May 2011

University of British Columbia, Vancouver BC

Course Highlights: Hydrometallurgy, Pyrometallurgy, Structures & Properties of Materials, Mechanical Behaviour of Materials, Microstructure Analysis, Non-destructive Evaluation, Corrosion.

Project Highlights

1. Metallurgical Dust Project

Functioned as team leader, supervising and coordinating with 4 team members on the design and construction of a prototype plant, designed to treat and filter harmful dust (containing arsenic, etc) which is produced during the smelting process. Analyzed the economic, environmental, safety factors that influence the treatment process. Developed independent reports, which were consolidated into one comprehensive document and submitted for evaluation.

2. Offshore Pipeline Project

Collaborated with 5 team members on the development and design of an anti-corrosion coating for offshore pipelines transferring natural gas to refinery plants. Administered mechanical and corrosion tests, using data to identify stress points affiliated with different types of metals. Spearheaded the design of the pipeline temperature and heat profile, using Excel spreadsheets. Independently performed environmental analysis on the possible effects caused by pipeline construction, taking into consideration environmental impact on flora, fauna large-scale ocean contamination.

Shu Kai Chen

1432 East 28 Avenue • Vancouver, BC • V5N 2X4 • 778-***-****• absb1b@r.postjobfree.com

Education (cont ‘d)

3. Intraocular Lens Project

Coordinated with 2 team members on materials selection for intraocular lenses. Researched several different materials extensively, comparing the biocompatibility of a variety of intraocular lenses and identifying possible consequences affiliated with each lens type (e.g. many lenses increase risk for eye disease). Strategized, developing a surface modification procedure to improve biocompatibility. Introduced an engineered coating (Haparin) which improved lens compatibility and reduced ocular irritation.

P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

Technology Department Associate Sept 2010 – Dec 2010

Icron Technologies Corporation, Vancouver BC

Assisted management in Quality Testing operations, administering electrical tests on a variety of equipment (computer chips, motherboards), checking for issues and ensuring compatibility. Communicated equipment malfunctions and failures to manager.

• Performed data warehousing, maintaining inventory records (Excel) of equipment checked, results and subsequent steps.

A D D I T I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

Security Patrol Dec 2008 – Present

Polo, Vancouver BC

Responsible for independently supervising and patrolling construction sites. Filled out reports at the culmination of each shift, recording unusual activities and any actions / responses taken.

Security Patrol May 2008 – Dec 2008

Paladin Security, Vancouver BC

Functioned as a member of the security patrol force at Vancouver Community College. Maintained documentation of all events and incidents which occurred during shift

Server Sept 2007 – Jan 2008

Tomokazu Japanese Restaurant, Vancouver BC

Interacted with customers and assisted in front-house operations, taking orders, delivering meals and beverages. Provided consistent and professional service, maintaining excellent rapport with regular and new customers.

Server April 2007 – Aug 2007

Shabusen Japanese Restaurant, Vancouver BC

Responsible for serving customers, taking orders, delivering meals and beverages.

** References are available upon request **

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