Engineer Project
Resume:
Karen M. Markley
Piscataway, NJ *****
*********@*****.***
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SUMMARY PROFILE
Experienced Chemical Engineer with knowledge of research operations for laboratories and pilot plants; Experience includes working knowledge of laboratory equipment, process design, hazard risk analysis and mitigation, compliance with safety, health and environmental standards, project management; Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Consistent record of completing projects on time and within budget; Excellent communicator with emphasis on building strong client relationships and maintaining open lines of communication with superiors and stakeholders; Strong analytical and problem solving skills; Quickly adaptable to new technologies and methodologies; Natural mechanical ability and interest; Conscientious and dependable.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite 2007 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook), Lotus Notes, Microsoft Project;
Working knowledge of SAP, LabView, AutoCAD, PLC logic, Pegasys, PV Elite
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Developed detailed engineering plans with P&ID’s, PLC logic, layout design and hazard risk analysis reports to meet safety requirements and design specifications for 45+ automated pilot plant and laboratory research construction projects for Class I Division 2 hazardous areas with projects costs ranging from $30K-$700K; coordinated construction efforts; guided start-up and trouble-shooting activities; assisted technicians with preparing detailed operational and maintenance procedures.
• Utilized engineering programs and manual calculations to size and specify laboratory equipment such as reactors, pressure vessels, relief valves, scrubbers, pressure regulators, pumps, valves, tubing and controls for flow, temperature and pressure.
• Designed a $1M pilot unit featuring modular construction for economical relocation, sophisticated design of adiabatic reactor, cutting edge computer control, data acquisition, analysis functions for 98-99% material balances and continuous, unattended operation; Assisted in mechanical start-up; Presented a slide show of the project for the department’s quarterly meeting.
• Redesigned a large multiple unit pilot plant for upgrade from pneumatics to state-of-the-art computer control, a $1.5M relocation effort. Presented a slide show of the project for the department’s quarterly meeting.
• Published articles and established guidelines toward developing company standard practices for designing isothermal fluidized sand baths and steam piping systems.
• Received praise for strong project leadership in planning, designing and coordinating efforts while maintaining clear lines of communication.
• Received recognition for outstanding customer support using effective listening and consulting skills to balance needs with safety and engineering requirements.
Karen M. Markley tel: 732-***-**** email: *********@*****.*** page 2
AREA OF EXPERTISE
FORMULATION SCIENCE
• Create initial batch of formulas by combining mixtures.
• Observe and test changes in chemical formulation and processing techniques with changes to texture, color, viscosity, and stability.
• Perfect chemical batches through thorough testing to raise consumer’s image and satisfaction of product.
• Manage multiple development projects and develop formulations in a timely manner.
• Write protocols, master manufacturing records, and product development report.
• Develop and test formulations or mixtures of different compounds.
• Determine components needed and in what quantity to produce a desired chemical effect.
• Provide support to production in process improvement and troubleshooting.
EDUCATION
Avtech Institute of Technology, South Plainfield, NJ 2011
Courses: Project Management for Professionals (PMP), Microsoft Office Suite 2007, Microsoft Project
Columbia University, New York, NY
FU Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science
In conjunction with Exxon Research and Engineering Company
M.S. Chemical Engineering
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Piscataway/New Brunswick, NJ
College of Engineering, Douglass College
B.S. Chemical Engineering, B.A. Physics
NJ Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, Newark, NJ
Engineering-in-Training Certificate
Exxon Research and Engineering Company, Florham Park, NJ
24 Personal Development and Technical Courses
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
McKeon-Grano Associates, Inc, Elmwood Park, NJ 2007- 2010
Consulting Project Engineer assigned to ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Co.
OTHER CAREER RELATED EXPERIENCE
Exxon Research and Engineering Company, Linden, Clinton, Florham Park, NJ
Environmental Health Coordinator/Project Engineer/Engineer
American Cyanamid, Shulton Division, Clifton, NJ
Chemical Engineering Intern
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