Chemical Engineering Microsoft Office

Nataliya Kuvshynova

**** * ******** ** *** ***, Chicago, IL 60640

***********@*******.*** 773-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/pub/nataliya-kuvshynova/81/b11/1b0 OBJECTIVE

To obtain a full-time position in the field of Chemical Engineering EDUCATION

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering December 2015 Overall GPA: 3.61 Major GPA: 3.76

Passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam - Chemical (Illinois) October 2015 SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Office, ASPEN Process Simulation, MATLAB

Fluent in Russian and Ukrainian

INTERNSHIPS

Technology Intern, SunCoke Energy, Lisle, IL Summer 2015

Designed an experiment to optimize system performance by varying process parameters

Supported simulation and testing of system conditions prior to process modification

Presented analysis of test results to Senior Management, including potential operational challenges and recommendations

Traveled to various process sites to assist in testing and participate in corporate development meetings R&D Intern, Sherwin-Williams, Chicago, IL Summer 2014

Evaluated and compared the performance of waterborne and solvent-borne paint products by testing viscosity, chemical resistance, adhesion, and abrasion

Identified the most suitable replacement raw material for soft-feel waterborne paint products by conducting chemical testing on previously prepared small batches

Analyzed and evaluated the quality of new one coat paint system by testing in the Salt Spray Cabinet, Humidity Cabinet, Xenon, Cleveland Condenser, Pendulum hardness tester and measuring impact, pH, film thickness, gloss and color

Assisted in completing several color databases for computer color matching software Lab Supply Analyst, HappiLabs, Chicago, IL Spring 2014

Investigated and analyzed the issue of sample contamination by plastic laboratory supplies and provided brand recommendations to customers

Evaluated and compared laboratory suppliers based on certifications, recycling policies, and quality of raw materials

Assisted in preparing excel spreadsheets with laboratory supplies and equipment price quotas for customers SENIOR DESIGN GROUP PROJECT

Alternative Approaches to Bakken Shale Gas Flaring, UIC, Chicago, IL Spring 2015

Used ASPEN software to simulate an acid gas removal process

Performed economic analysis of the design, including equipment cost, net present value and payback period

Sized equipment using both ASPEN software and theoretical formulae

Presented the design during UIC College of Engineering Annual EXPO and AIChE poster competition VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Northside Catholic Academy, Chicago, IL Fall 2012-Present

Assist with organization and set up of the fundraising events

Perform clerk duties

MEMBERSHIPS

American Institute of Chemical Engineers, Honors College Fall 2011-Present

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