Robert E. Ewing II
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• Over 11 years of experience with a strong emphasis on OSHA Process Safety Management
(PSM) and EPA RMP standards
• Strong analytical skills and a broad range of computer expertise and the ability to find
innovative solutions with excellent writing skills
• Extensive experience in a wide variety of industries, ranging from nuclear facilities to oil
refineries
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
University of Houston, Houston, TX
- Minor in Chemistry & Mathematics
- Specialization in Environmental Engineering
! Primatech Trained as PHA HAZOP Leader, July 2011
! Working toward Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
! Root Cause Analysis facilitator training, Apollo, Aug 2011
EXPERIENCE
Baker Hughes International – Refinery Chemical Engineer
Evansville, IN (July 2013 – March 2014)
• Provided process unit monitoring and optimization support to develop data driven solutions
to maximize unit profitability and ensure safety and environmental targets are achieved.
• Created weekly reports for customers and provided technical support to refinery unit
operations and communicated recommendations to the Operations department.
• Responsible for all phases of chemical usage at oil refinery customers within sales district.
This included the laboratory analysis of crude unit samples to determine effectiveness of
chemical, as well as, the ordering, delivery, and billing of all chemicals supplied
• Created a strategy for waste water treatment from desalter unit of refinery to minimize
disposal costs and need for further treatment in settling ponds
Honeywell International – Process Safety Engineer
Metropolis, IL (May 2011 – Aug 2012)
• Integral member of facility ISA (Integrated Safety Analysis) team that compiled the
required documentation to comply with 10 CFR 70.62 as legislated by the Nuclear
Regulatory Commission and 29 CFR 1910.119 (OSHA PSM) standards
• Conducted a Title V Environmental Impact Assessment to verify that the removal of costly,
high maintenance equipment would not negatively affect the facilities ability to comply
with the Illinois EPA air permit with respect to sulfur dioxide emissions.
• Worked within team environment to develop Design Basis Documents for IROFS (Items
Relied On For Safety) evaluation that Management Review Team used to determine
which systems required enhanced administrative controls needed to minimize the
likelihood of a radioactive release.
Robert E. Ewing II
4911 Salem Dr Newburgh, IN 812-***-****
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Aerojet, Inc. – Senior Process Safety Engineer
Redmond, WA (July 2010 – Dec 2010) contract position
• Created a plan of action to address findings of regulatory compliance audit within
reasonable timeframe to satisfy requirements mandated by Washington State Department
of Labor & Industries
• Worked directly with maintenance department to develop Mechanical Integrity program for
PSM covered equipment
• Performed a review of existing PSM program to determine and prioritize elements that
needed improvement and developed a plan of action to address these needs
• Conducted supplemental Process Hazard Analysis using FMEA process, which required
compiling necessary documentation for Process Safety Information
Recovery from near fatal automobile accident that required extensive physical
therapy that prohibited me from working during this period. I have no physical
SEPT 2008 –
limitations and have fully recovered from my injuries and am able to perform all
JAN 2010
duties that would be required of me.
ConocoPhillips (NESCO Resources) – PSM Process Engineer
Ponca City, OK (May 2008 – Dec 2008) contract position
• Organized and directed process hazards analyses (PHA’s) and layers of protection analysis
(LOPA) on using hazard and operability study (HAZOP) techniques .
• Worked with refinery personnel to fulfill requirements for completion of process safety
information and the maintaining of plant libraries for manufacturing departments
• Assisted in the maintenance and support of Management of Change (MOC)
• Assisted in the development of safe operating limits and corresponding documentation as
required by OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.119
South Spencer High School – Rockport, IN (Aug 2007 – Dec 2007)
Central High School – Evansville, IN (Aug 2005 – May 2007)
High School Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics Teacher
• Developed detailed curriculum for Integrated Chemistry & Physics classes
• Member of both the Science & Math departments ISTEP improvement teams
Ashland Specialty Chemicals – Part-time Laboratory Technician
(On site at ALCOA & ALCOA Generating Plant) (May 2005 – Aug 2007)
• Conducted process water and boiler water quality analysis ensuring all key process
indicators were being met for both aluminum casting plant and electrical power plant
• Performed routine maintenance on process analyzers made necessary corrections to
ensure all quality parameters were being met
• Used Honeywell DCS to complete statistical process analysis and determine set control
limits on automated systems that provided a constant supply of process water
Robert E. Ewing II
4911 Salem Dr Newburgh, IN 812-***-****
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Raibley Environmental Services – Environmental Consulting Engineer
Evansville, IN (March 1998 – July 2004)
• Directly managed projects for a variety of manufacturers to conduct air quality emission
studies and prepared documentation for air permits in accordance with EPA Title V
regulations and the Indiana Department of Environmental management
• Established the Process Safety Management department which expanded the diversity of
services offered by company and directly increased company revenue and profits.
• Assisted client-companies in various industries with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 PSM
requirements, which included, but was not limited to, the compilation of PSI packages,
organization and leading of PHA’s, and development of standard operating procedures
• Created site-specific programs to monitor and evaluate surface water quality issues,
industrial storm water, and other non-point discharges, including contaminant source
identification and risk evaluation.
Hampshire Chemical Corporation – Polymer Chemical Process Engineer
Owensboro, KY (May 1995 – Aug 1997)
• Instrumental in the implementation of facility Process Safety Management program in
accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 regulations
• Assisted in the development of company Computerized Maintenance Management System
that streamlined the Preventative Maintenance (PM), Management of Change (MOC),
Mechanical Integrity, and Process Safety Information programs and documentation.
• Responsible for process improvement and daily production for batch polymerization
product lines (polyurethane, PVA, and PMMA).
• Designed new process operations that reduced the production of hazardous by-products that
effectively reduced company liability and disposal costs
Vectren Energy Corporation – Auxiliary Equipment Facilitator
Evansville, IN (May 1994 – May 1995)
• Member of a cross-functional start-up team for the flue gas desulfurization (FGD)
department that reduced SO2 emissions from a coal-fired electrical generating plant
• Developed standard operating procedures (SOP) and daily Preventative Maintenance (PM)
procedures for operations department that ensured optimum performance of new facility
• Trained operators and supervisors in the implementation of SOP's, correct laboratory
analysis techniques, and chemical hazards associated with job responsibilities
• Worked in highly automated manufacturing facility to ensure the continuous operation
turning by-product into useful recyclable material (gypsum)
• Interacted directly with control room operators to troubleshoot malfunctioning or inoperable
support equipment such as pumps, valves, etc.
Donan Engineering – Environmental/Chemical Engineer
Evansville, IN (Aug 1992 – Sept 1993)