Chemical Engineering Assistant

Ragavendra Hari

*** * ***** ***. *******, IL ****2 217-***-**** ******@***.*** linkedin.com/in/ragavendra-hari/ SUMMARY

Chemical Engineering graduate with a focus on process improvement in the pharmaceutical, automotive and food industries. Possess computer and laboratory skills with research and internship experience and knowledge in six sigma and lean techniques. Seeking a position to bring the best of my technical skills and contribute to the development of the organization.

EDUCATION

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) – Chicago, IL Master of Science in Chemical Engineering Expected: May 2018 SRM University – Chennai, India

Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering May 2016 PUBLICATIONS

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) – Chicago, IL

• Hari, R., Singh, M. (2018). An analytical solution to the breakage problem. Manuscript in preparation. SKILLS

Computer: Ansys Fluent, ICEM, CFD-Post, ITK-Snap, MATLAB, MS Office, Mathematica, Basic C and C++ Process Improvement: Six sigma, Lean

Lab Techniques: HPLC, Solvent Extraction, Lyophilization, Mass heat and flow equipment Languages: Fluent in Tamil, Proficient in German

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) – Chicago, IL June 2017 - Present Graduate Research Assistant (Advisor: Dr. Meenesh Singh)

• Created a new analytical solution to predict crystal size during milling using MATLAB and Mathematica

• Solved the problem of needle shaped crystals affecting downstream processing using this model to predict particle breakage

SRM University – Chennai, India February – May 2016 Project team Leader

• Led a team of three to develop a novel process to extract liquid fuel from waste plastic with mass, heat and flow equipment to minimize plastic waste and produce fuel that can be used for various purposes

• Developed a theoretical model to scale up this process to industrial requirements SRM University – Chennai, India September 2015 – January 2016 Research Assistant

• Devised a novel method to extract forskolin from Coleus forskohlii using various unit operations and processes like solvent extraction, lyophilization to achieve efficient extraction and maximize product purity

• Tested solvent purity and efficiency using high performance liquid chromatography INTERNSHIPS

Thirumalai Chemicals – Ranipet, India June 2015

Engineering Intern

• Researched and documented the methods of production of phthalic anhydride, maleic anhydride, maleic acid Bharat Petroleum – Gummidipoondi, India December 2013 Engineering Intern

• Reported the processes in the plant and created an accessible process flow diagram for understanding the steps involved in bottling liquified petroleum gas

• Created suggestions, like additional safety measures and a visual indicator for the volume of remaining fluid for process improvement

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

UIC Housing – Chicago, IL September 2016 – December 2017 General Office Aide

• Provide administrative support and security checks to make sure building is secure

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