Sahil Nandal Materials Engineering, University of British Columbia

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B.C., V6T 2B9

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software and Design Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Certifications

ABAQUS

SolidWorks

Microsoft Suite (including VBA)

Design Expert 11 (DX11)

CES Selector

Agile

Autodesk Helius Composite

MATLAB

ImageJ

RAVEN Simulation

Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)

Energy-Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS)

Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)

X-Ray Diffractometer (XRD)

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Breadboard

Power Tools and Hand Tools

WHMIS

Standard First Aid

CPR-A

Chemical Safety Certification

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)

Preventing and Addressing Workplace Bullying and Harassment

EDUCATION

University of British Columbia May, 2020

Bachelor of Applied Science - Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Option

CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE

Ballard Power Systems, Burnaby, BC September, 2018 – August, 2019

MEA and Stack – Failure Analysis Co-op

Assisted the Failure Analysis department on a daily basis by handling several material analysis concerns brought from internal (research, manufacturing, etc.), external and supply stakeholders to help improve overall efficiency

Aided the Failure Analysis team with material characterization and failure fingerprinting as requested by internal and external customers in support of benchmarking activities, aging tests and customer tested product analyses

Generated and analyzed raw data using high-precision equipment such as TGA, FTIR, EDS and SEM and performed data analysis to help customers improve design and processing parameters of the fuel cell components

Prepared and delivered presentations and reports to stakeholders providing interpretation of the characterization and analyses under high-demand environments including those that affected production and delivery of products

UBC Department of Materials Engineering, Vancouver, BC May, 2018 – August, 2018

Research Assistant

Tabulated data from a lab-scale aluminum casting experiment to aid understanding of the alloy’s contraction behavior and microstructure upon solidification

Translated the findings of experimental and software-enabled models to other industrial aluminum alloys with the goal of improving the experiment’s reproducibility for alloys used mainly by the automobile and aviation industries

Attained intricate knowledge and hands-on training on lab procedures and safety protocol within the department’s research laboratories

TECHNICAL WORK EXPERIENCE

PT. Indo-Rama Synthetics Tbk Polyester Division, Indonesia

Intern at Integrated Process Control

May, 2017 – June, 2017

Implemented Integrated Process Control techniques for Polymerisation, Partially Oriented Yarn (POY), Fully Drawn Yarn (FDY), Draw Textured Yarn (DTY), Polyester Staple Fibre (PSF) and Pet Resin (PET) production, resulting in knowledge gained on parameter control in large-scale industries

Translated learning of the plant operation for each process into assisting in normalising non-standard deviations from set parameters in 4 different factories with a total production of over 1600 tonnes per day, thus enabling desired quality operation

TECHNICAL PROJECTS

Scenario Planning Project on Barrick Gold, UBC March 2020 – April 2020

Created narratives for four scenarios that represented alternative futures for the global gold mining industry using principles of scenario priorities grid, STEEP (social, technological, economic, environmental and political) factors and the 2X2 scenario matrix

Curated four innovative strategies that Barrick Gold could make use of and analyzed how these strategies would (or would not) fit on each of the scenarios via stress-testing of the strategies

Investigated the impact of the respective scenarios and strategies on the future of the global gold mining industry to create a 20-minute long individual presentation that showcased the findings of the project chronologically

Capstone Project – Design of a Steel Plant, UBC January, 2020 – April, 2020

Gained an understanding of the key principles and issues involved in a steel process plant design that included an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle Metallurgy Furnace (LMF) and Continuous Caster (CC)

Developed a logical, ordered and high-level sequence of design parameters and specifications for each of the 3 processes to ensure economic viability of plant operations

Conducted extensive research and performed calculations to shortlist suitable technology options for equipment selection, plant layout, power consumption and time cycle diagrams for the whole steelmaking process

Collaborated with 5 other group members to ensure consistency in preparing two presentations and two reports for our sponsor despite difficulties arising from inability to meet in-person due to COVID-19

Capstone Project – Gold Extraction Methods, UBC September, 2019 – December, 2019

Scoped the case study provided by our sponsors - Dr. Dreisinger (Hydrometallurgy Professor) and Dr. Paul West-Sells (President and CEO – Western Copper and Gold) to determine the ideal extraction method in the given location from three gold extraction processes – Albion, Pressure Oxidation (POX) and Biological Oxidation (BIOX)

Designed and performed involved hydrometallurgical calculations alongside another team member for heat and mass balances (using Microsoft Excel), energy flows, flowsheets (using Microsoft Visio) equipment list and costing, economic feasibility and environmental considerations for BIOX process

Concurred with 4 other group members to establish thoroughness in delivering two presentations and two reports for our sponsor stating the conclusions in the project’s assigned timeline

Design of Experiments – Variable Screening, UBC November 2019 – December 2019

Tabulated 2-level factorial designs with 2 and 3 variables in a team of 7 students before proceeding to designing the more involved Fractional Factorials and Response Surface Methods (RSM)

Identified the 4 significant variables out of the given 7 variables for each of the 3 responses within the team’s custom scenario using the DX11 software and by generating normal probability plots and identifying outliers

Utilized sequential results to run designed experiments on provided Lab Simulation (LABSIM) add-in in Excel as well as planned and executed a Central Composite Design (CCD) to simulate and finally produce a 50-page report on findings

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

SHAD Canada, Vancouver, BC

Program Manager, SHAD UBC

January, 2020 – March, 2020

Reviewed over 30 applications and curated a one-way video interview process for shortlisted program assistant and recreational director positions to fill up to 8 staff openings

Assisted the Program Directors in developing the program's academic and recreational schedule and in establishing the necessary communication network to ensure this development

Portrayed primary role in managing program logistics and operations including trip planning, transportation, liaising with host university, procuring equipment and supplies, scheduling of team members and securing facilities

Led two teams of 6 advisors each to ensure the safety, mental and emotional well-being of over 350 residents

UBC Student Housing and Community Services, Vancouver, BC

Senior Residence Advisor

April, 2019 – May, 2020

Supported advisors on the team via creative resident programming support, having monthly one-on-ones with each advisor and checking-in on how they are best utilising their skill sets to build community in residence

Guided the team to run 8 programs in addition to several individual programs that addressed different resident needs and displayed positive role-modeling behaviour by upkeep of residence standards

Performed all job requirements of the residence advisor role in addition to providing support to assigned team of advisors and the senior residence advisor team of 4 individuals (under whom over 1600 residents are assigned)

UBC Student Housing and Community Services, Vancouver, BC

Residence Advisor

August, 2017 – April, 2019

Provided a safe and conducive living environment to over 150 residents as well as promoted a community-like environment for other residents in suite-style residence to promote personal growth

Ensured privacy and safety of residents by being in residence 4 nights every week, by ensuring all residence standards are being met by residents and by offering academic and well-being support during crisis

Hosted over 16 programs that were meticulously catered to resident needs such as financial awareness, physical health, stress-relief, increased indigenous knowledge and intercultural understanding

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

UBC Student Leadership Conference Vancouver, BC

Conflict Theatre Workshop Facilitator

November, 2019 – January, 2020

Shaped the structure for a 2-hour long workshop alongside 2 peers that revolved around the themes of theatre of the oppressed (by Augusto Boal) and theatre for living for one of Canada’s largest student-run conferences

Curated and facilitated 5 ‘games’ (7 to the left, clockwise, water bottle, hypnosis and positive & negative) that revolved around inspiring student leaders from across the lower mainland to reflect upon topics of power, privilege and vulnerability, among others

Conference on Diversity in Engineering, Toronto, ON October, 2018 – November, 2018

UBC Engineering Delegate

Represented over 6000 undergraduate UBC engineering students as one of the 8 delegates at the 200-delegate nation-wide 3-day conference that had representation from over 50 Canadian universities

Engaged in widespread discussion, deliberation and exchange of knowledge with delegates, presenters and distinguished speakers on subjects such as oppression, equity, embracing failure, sustainable development and thriving within the engineering and greater community

AWARDS

UBC Applied Science Dean’s Honour List 2019 - 2020 Session May, 2020

UBC Janice Robinson Award for Commitment to Residence Life May, 2020

UBC Beshad Darvish Advisor Contributorship April, 2019

UBC Student Housing – ‘Unsung Hero’ Residence Advisor April, 2018

UBC ‘Chancellor’s Scholar Designation’ August, 2015

Esteemed recognition for writing over 30 articles for The Jakarta Post 2013-2015

‘Student of the Year’ of Rama Global School 2012-2013 August, 2013

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) Member

2015 - Present

University of British Columbia Engineering Undergraduate Society (EUS) Member

2015 - 2020

National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) Member

2015 - Present

INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES

Leadership, Mentoring, Facilitation, Current Affairs, Badminton, Tennis, Creative Writing, Dance, Drama

Ability to fluently speak English, Hindi and Indonesian

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