Materials Engineer Research Assistant

KINGSLEY YEBOAH GYABAAH

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SUMMARY

Highly motivated mechanical and materials engineer with over five years of experience in project engineering, manufacturing, and research. Skilled in leading capital projects, ensuring safety compliance, maintaining budgets and schedules, and delivering operational excellence. Experienced in process hazard analysis, design, and field supervision, with a proven track record of adhering to safety standards and achieving project goals in dynamic environments. SKILLS

Capital Project Management and Execution Process Hazard Analysis & Safety Compliance Engineering Design Budgeting, Scheduling

& Cost Control Material Testing and Characterization Lean Manufacturing and Process Optimization SolidWorks COMSOL Multiphysics SQL Python Arduino Programming High Volume Manufacturing Data Analytics Microsoft Office Suite PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research Assistant, Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, LA, USA Jan 2023 - Present

• Led projects focused on synthesizing high-performance composite materials for extreme environments, emphasizing inherent process safety in designs.

• Designed and fabricated a custom extrusion-based 3D printer for polymer-ceramic composites, ensuring operational and safety requirements alignment.

• Utilized advanced analytical tools (SEM, FTIR, DSC, TGA, XRD) for material damage characterization

• Mentored 15 undergraduate researchers, fostering technical and safety-conscious work habits. Teaching and Research Assistant, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Sept 2021 – Aug 2022

• Directed a project on converting waste tires into activated carbon materials for supercapacitor electrodes, implementing rigorous safety and quality controls.

• Designed and fabricated testing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards

• Delivered hands-on training in MATLAB and process design to improve student understanding of complex engineering concepts.

Project Engineer Intern, Syntropy Engineering Solution, Ghana June 2019 – Sept 2019

• Managed a team for metal recycling and foundry operations, optimizing processes to reduce variability and improve safety

• Developed and implemented total productive maintenance strategies, increasing equipment uptime

• Utilized precision machining tools to ensure quality in threading, polishing, and steel-cutting operations Office Administrator Intern – Ohene Media Studios, Ghana June 2018 – Sept 2018

• Automated data collection and analysis processes using Excel and SQL, improving efficiency and accuracy in reporting.

• Conducted process mapping to outline project goals and ensure seamless execution.

• Built strong client relationships by addressing concerns and delivering exceptional service EDUCATION

Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Jan. 2023 – Present Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, LA, USA GPA: 4.0/4.0 Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering Aug. 2017 – July 2021 Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana GPA: 3.5 CERTIFICATION

Google Data Analytics – Coursera

Six-Sigma Green Belt, Lean Six Sigma Foundation- LinkedIn Learn Communication: Developing Cross-cultural Intelligence RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Project Safety Leadership: Regularly conducted safety kickoffs, toolbox meetings, and critical audits to ensure adherence to safety standards.

Process Optimization: Successfully implemented Lean methodologies to streamline operations and reduce downtime in manufacturing environments.

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