Burr Ridge, IL *****
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BRIAN MITCHELL
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging, full-time position that will utilize my bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering as well as my full range of process, personal and leadership skills.
EXPERIENCE
PROCESS ENGINEER, DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS MARCH 2016 – PRESENT
Performs analytics and quality control on intermediate process streams.
Drives production for and controls multiple processes.
Performs and maintains material balance on multi step processes.
CHEMICAL/QUALITY ENGINEER, OROCHEM INDUSTRIES OCTOBER 2015 – MARCH 2016
Oversaw Quality Control on production of HPLC Columns.
Increased production of commercially viable HPLC Columns.
Designed and implemented more efficient packing methods for HPLC Columns.
Worked with a team on multiple separation projects involving Orochem Industries’ proprietary SMB technology. Gained valuable experience assembling, operating, and controlling process equipment.
RESEARCH, ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY JANUARY 2014 – OCTOBER 2015
Led an ongoing research project that explored the safety and economic viability of alternative sources of heat for engineering processes. Obtained hands on experience constructing and running a plug flow autothermal reactor as well as wiring, modeling, and controlling it using Labview software.
OWNER, PERMANENT SOLUTIONS, INC. OCTOBER 2012 – OCTOBER 2015
Sold non-toxic cleaning solutions on a commercial level designed to wash fleet vehicles.
Maintained relationships with multiple affluent Chicago corporations, including the CTA, NAPA Genuine Parts, and Inter City Supply Co. Inc.
Handled all day to day operations associated with sales, services, compliance, and procedures.
Drove continuous yearly growth since inception of organization.
REAL ESTATE, OFFICE MANAGER APRIL 2005 – JANUARY 2011
Worked prior to my engineering education for 6 years in real estate starting at a data entry position and working up to Real Estate Agent and Office Manager. Obtained experience in teamwork, sales, marketing, and management.
SKILLS
Team Leadership, Motivation, Business Development, Sales Growth, Research experience. Teamwork and Group Compatibility. Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Dynamic Systems. Various Software Suites (HYSYS, Labview, Microsoft Office, Clairty, Waters, Agilent, Empower).
EDUCATION
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BACHELORS OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Honors: Degree Specialization in Energy, The Environment and Economics.
Bronze Distinction in the IIT Engineering Themes program.
MEMBERSHIP
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society
National Society of Leadership and Success
Eagle Scout
Lion’s Club International Organization
Engineering Australia
PERSONAL
Willing to travel.
Willing to relocate.