A recent graduate with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program who is seeking an entry level position. Currently living in my hometown in Temecula, CA but willing to relocate.

Education

University of California, Irvine (Sept 2012-June 2016)

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Specialized in Energy and the Environment

Major GPA: 3.392 Overall GPA: 3.449

Took six technical electives: Nuclear and Radiochemistry, Design Failure Investigation, Applied Engineering Thermodynamics, Introduction to Environmental Chemistry, Dynamics, and Sustainable Energy Systems.

Activities: American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)

Professional Experience from College Courses

Chemical Engineering Laboratory (Fall 2015-Winter 2016)

Conducted a total of eight chemical engineering experiments with an assigned lab group.

Learned the method of data collection using Microsoft Excel sheets to organize data and crunch out numbers easily using formulas.

Improved writing skills by writing comprehensive laboratory reports.

Presented two of the experiments in a 14-16 minute presentation.

Chemical Engineering Design (Winter 2016-Spring 2016)

Completed an engineering design project involving the creation of a crude distillation plant with a group of four.

Became more familiar with the PRO/II chemical process simulation software.

Learned more about how things are done in the chemical engineering industry.

Communication in the Professional World (Fall 2015)

Wrote technical reports on engineering topics.

Learned proper formal etiquette such as having a good posture and a welcoming tone and wearing appropriate clothing.

Improved on writing, presentation, teamwork, and time management skills.

Awards, Honors, and Certifications

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) (Sept 2016)

Awarded with a passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Obtained through the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

Dean’s Honor List

Awarded to students with a 3.5 GPA or higher for that quarter.

Received In: Fall 2012, Winter 2013, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2016.

Skills

Microsoft Office, MATLAB, PRO/II, Technical Writing, Teamwork, Critical Thinking.

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