Delisha Hightower Cell: 334-***-****

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Opp, AL 36467

Objective:

To enhance my experience and provide insight and new ideas as an engineer to the engineering industry

Education:

Master of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, May 2010

University of South Alabama; Mobile, AL

Master of Science Degree in Secondary Education Mathematics, May 2005

Troy University of Dothan; Dothan, AL

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, May 2001

Auburn University; Auburn, AL

Professional Experience:

(Note: See Below for Non-Engineering Experience )

Process Engineer/Signals Threat Technician March 17, 2014 – March 30, 2015

ManTech International Corporation (Government Contractor)

Generated process flow sheets in Visio to aide in process evaluations

Performed process evaluations to document changes in processes in the shops

Performed inspections of Satellite Accumulation Points (SAPs), inspecting waste management practices and containers for compliance with hazardous and non-regulated waste requirements

Updated the EMS Work Instructions for process evaluations

Performed research to gain valuable knowledge of 5-Axis Water Jet and Zyglo, Splitter JR for their implementation

Engineer September 27, 2010 – August 15, 2012

Southern Company (Nuclear Power Plant)

Gained valuable knowledge of digital monitoring systems

Utilized INPO to analyze failure of unreliable components/systems

Provided technical data to senior engineers on components/systems that experienced technical issues

Supported Mitigating System Performance Index department by observing key equipment employed due to failures

Performed daily walk downs to assist in monitoring and locating, Emergency AC Power System, Diesel Generators, Auxiliary Feedwater System, and Cooling Towers

Acquired functional and operating knowledge of Residual Heat Removal System, Nuclear Service Cooling Water System, Component Cooling Water System, and Turbines

Chemical Engineer (Process Engineer Co-op) April 21, 1997 – December 17, 1998

Shaw Industries (Yarn and Carpet Plant)

Evaluated yarn transfers to determine corrective action

Collected data for finish trial

Performed mass balance for gum/water usage

Collected samples for testing by The Carpet and Rug Institute

Updated forms, SOP’s, and indices to meet SQS certification

Other Experience:

Instructional Support/Aide

Opp City Schools September 16, 2016 - Present

Assist students to analyze and solve problems with classwork/homework assignments

Mediate disagreements between students

Test students’ knowledge of old and new math concepts

Help students to prepare for state testing in reading and math

Math Teacher

Samson Middle/High School August 4, 2006 – May 27, 2008

Opp High School Summers 2006 & 2007

Florala City Middle School August 8, 2005 – May 26, 2006

Assist students to analyze and solve problems with classwork/homework assignments

Mediate disagreements between students

Test students’ knowledge of old and new math concepts

Help students to prepare for SAT and ARMT testing, AL High School Graduation Exam, and math competitions

Graduate Assistant

Math Adjunct

Math Tutor

University of South Alabama

Lurleen B. Wallace Community College

Troy University of Dothan

January 6, 2009 – May 04, 2010

August 16, 2004 – December 16, 2004

January 9, 2003 – May 3, 2004

Professional Affiliations:

American Institute of Chemical Engineers 2008 – 2010

Job-Related Skills:

MatLab Access Power-point Aspen Plus Excel Word MathCAD

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