Matthew A. Wren

614-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/mattawren

acuav6@r.postjobfree.com

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

Collaborative, results-driven, and motivated engineering Master's candidate with international experience interested in many disciplines; especially the field of process optimization, research, and design. Ensures productive and progressive outcomes while always researching a variety of topics to stay at the forefront of innovation. Eager to contribute strong analytical solutions, effectively prioritize projects, and help cultivate a positive team environment. Core

Competencies:

Process Safety Analytical Skills Experimental Execution Multi-lingual Quick-learning

WORK EXPERIENCE

Systems and Process Automation Engineering Co-Op

ABB Group, Wickliffe, OH Aug. 2014 - Dec. 2014 and May 2015 - Aug. 2015

- Improved the Graphical User Interfaces (GUI's) for SymphonyPlus, PPB, and 800xA systems of clients including some Fortune500 companies.

- Reduced turn-around time on major projects for the automation of facilities using DCS or PLC systems; sometimes completing 100+ graphics in a day.

- Installed PROFIBUS and AC800M hardware in a simulation for the success to be expected in 40 other similar facilities of the client.

- Participated in Factory Acceptance Testing to ensure automation systems surpass the standards of clients.

Marketing Engineer Co-Op

ABB Group, Wickliffe, OH Jan. 2015 - May 2015

- Set up consumer relation meetings nationwide to reach 120+ customers; reserving all conference centers, hotels, and communicating with other event organizers.

- Created a Contract Value Report system regarding contract renewals to improve customer relations by the auto-generation of reports detailing client use of available services.

- Formed marketing communication plans and customer surveys to better understand industry demands.

Field Engineer

August Mack Environmental, Lewis Center, OH Nov. 2012 - July 2013

- Implemented plans for clients to meet environmental compliance needs of Title V, SARA 313, and SPCC's.

- Developed an understanding of complex regulations for environmental permits of emission sources.

- Successfully obtained permits for construction and operation of emission sources in multiple states through state and federal levels of EPA.

Engineering Internship

ABB Group, Westerville, OH June 2011 - Sept. 2011

- Inspired the need for a permanent role in this position due to high-efficiency on projects; such as translating and inputting to ServicePRO the BOM, service orders, and outline of a major Brazilian facility from Portuguese to English for universal understanding in under 3 days.

- Managed and updated 200+ facility outlines for clients on an international level in ServicePRO.

- Updated life-cycle data for ABB equipment used in client facilities.

CAPSTONE PROJECTS

Adsorption Investigation

Hochschule Offenburg University, Offenburg, Germany Fall 2015

Used a rubotherm device to measure the capacity of a carbon structure for gas separation applications.

Pressure-Swing Adsorption Process

Cleveland State University (Dr. Talu as Principal Investigator), Cleveland, OH May 2014 - Fall 2015

- Commissioned and improved a PSA process by over 20% for producing high-purity oxygen from ambient air using zeolite adsorbent for use by patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Keratin Biomaterials

Miami University, Oxford, OH 2011 - 2012 Academic Year

- A one-year project implementing methods of Keratin extraction, matching industrial yields of 30-40%, for use in biomaterial and biomedical applications as tissue scaffolds with time-release drug delivery.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

BACCHUS

Vice-President/Co-founder, Miami University Aug. 2011 - May 2012

- Responsible for teaching fellow students and the community about health issues.

- Work to branch the student-university gap in communication about concerns students may have.

Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity

Member, Miami University Aug. 2009 - Dec. 2010

- Participated in events holding to the ideals of "Leadership, Friendship, and Service."

HONORS and ACTIVITIES

- Engineer-In-Training after passing the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) Exam in April 2012

- SEAS (School of Engineering and Applied Sciences): Peer-Reviewed Journal Editor

- Northeastern Ohio Science and Engineering Fair Judge in March 2015 & 2016

- Volunteer at CareerVillage.org

- Student Employee Service Leadership Award 2012

- National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) Member

- AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers) Member

EDUCATION

Master's of Science in Chemical Engineering

Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH

Expected: May 2016

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Miami University, Oxford, OH GPA: 3.44/4.0

May 2012

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