Kyle Donahue
Chemical Engineer
**** ******** ***** **********, **** 44512
T: 330-***-**** E: ***************@*****.***
Summary A highly motivated well-rounded graduate that excels at creative problem solving, seeking a challenging
opportunity with an organization where I can utilize my technical and interpersonal skills.
Education Youngstown State University - College of S.T.E.M. – Youngstown, OH Fall 2010 – Spring 2015
William Rayen School of Engineering Technology – ABET accredited
Anticipated Graduation: Spring 2015
Bachelor of Engineering GPA: 3.80 Bachelor of Arts GPA: 3.28
Major: Chemical Engineering Major: Philosophy and Religious Studies
Minor: Chemistry, Mathematics
Skills Areas of Expertise: Personal Skills: Computer Skills:
SACHE Safety certified Self-starter Excel
Constructing batch/pilot unit operations equipment. Quick study Chem-Cad
Experimental design Intuitive Microsoft Office
Technical report writing. Detailed MiniTab
Process validation and quality control. Polymath
Experience Hygienic Corporation: Process and Validation Engineering Intern January 2015 – Present Akron, Ohio
The Process and Validation Engineering Intern is responsible for assisting the engineering staff in activities required to
ensure all processes are running according to necessary specifications and operating within regulations to ensure the
production of quality products. Additionally, the Intern assists in developing and improving manufacturing processes such
as compounding, extrusion, and finishing by studying manufacturing methods across shifts and
recommending/implementing best practices.
Establish validation standards for the installation, operation, and performance of new and existing
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processes within the manufacturing facility.
Develop, implement and analyze testing protocols using established engineering methodology (ie,
design of experiments) to define appropriate operating limits of new and existing processes
within processes within the manufacturing facility
Document all validation work using written protocols and final reports and maintain records for
later analysis by customers and/or regulatory agencies.
Improve process operations by reviewing and upgrading operating procedures and training
operators on best practices.
Lead independent research using a stand-alone prototype unit to fully document the impact of
variables to understand how the three factors interact to affect product quality.
Youngstown State University: Laboratory Technician August 2012 – December 2014 Youngstown, Ohio
Involved in the creation, repair, improvement, organization and general maintenance of several materials and chemical
engineering laboratories. Expectations are to assess problems and correct them by coordinating with the YSU machine
shop, for custom part fabrication, as well as order and implement parts for repairs on experimental apparatuses. Working
with department head to fabricate experiments for industrial implementation and consultation.
Modified a liquid gas absorption column for use by students.
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Serviced and setup a liquid-liquid extractor and packed bed electrical conductivity apparatus.
Constructed a fluidized bed for GM paint department research.
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Organized and maintained junior and senior transport/unit operations labs.
Constructed additional unit operations laboratory that will be used this year.
Currently reconfiguring concrete materials laboratory.
Starbucks Coffee: Barista 2006 – 2012 Poland, Ohio
Responsible preparing food and beverages for customers, training new hires as well as store maintenance.
Duties Included: Order preparation while establishing relationships and fostering loyalty with customers.
Implemented and excelled at implementation of company wide health and sanitation program.
Developed and implemented recycling system.
Repaired and maintained equipment beyond company standards.