Joseph A. Sopko III
acu08s@r.postjobfree.com
*** ****** **, **** *******, MI 488**-***-*** 8882
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, College of Engineering, East Lansing, MI Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, May 2016 Minor in Beverage Science
Cumulative GPA: 3.30
WORK EXPERIENCE
Moretrench American Corporation Rockaway, NJ
Engineering Intern – Ground Freezing Division Summer 2015
● Researched and implemented time dependent heat transfer models for large frozen earth barrier (freeze wall) in Fort Hills, Alberta to accurately predict the project timeline and required heat load
● Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, including a Process Hazard Analysis, to complete a Design Basis Memorandum report on the ground freezing project in Fort Hills
● Presented an optimization report on liquid nitrogen usage on a ground freezing project in Vancouver, BC
● Recorded flow rates and water levels for the dewatering of a fly ash pond in Dumfries, VA
● Oversaw and managed the compaction grouting on repairs around the Cannonsville Dam in Deposit, NY Krier Foods Random Lake, WI
Laboratory Technician Summer 2012
● Oversaw the blending, bottling, and packaging of various beverages such as Monster Energy and Minute Maid Juices
● Conducted quality assurance tests on products throughout the bottling process
● Performed analysis on water samples needed for operations
● Recognized and solved active problems with teams along process lines Moretrench American Corporation Rockaway, NJ
Engineering Intern – Ground Improvement Division Summer 2013
● Designed schematics and schedules for drilling operations
● Conducted research on new chemical grouting technologies
● Prepared construction bids pertaining to ground improvement using ground freezing and permeation grouting methods
● Analyzed flow data to oversee progress of jet grouting projects Michigan State University East Lansing, MI
Level 1 Facilities May November 2014
● Examined sanitation chemicals to prevent dangerous mixing, ensuring employee safety
● Optimized methods for efficient cleaning of dormitories within a team
● E xperienced time management with work during the school year EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
AIChE
Secretary
● Initiated program to greatly improve recording of member attendance and due payment to provide better outreach for active members
● Manage the organization calendar and notify members of upcoming events SKILLS
● Proficient in GeoStudio TEMP/W A finite element modeling software that analyzes heat transfer changes
● OSHA 10 certified for Construction Safety and Health