Yashaswini
[***********@*****.***, +44-754*******, www.linkedin.com/yashaswini-nagaraj ]
As a passionate Chemical Engineer with a fervent curiosity for scientific inquiry and a relentless pursuit of innovative solutions, I seek an opportunity to be a part of an organization where I will be able to utilize my subject knowledge and technical skills attained for betterment of organization, to gain valuable experience and to enrich my knowledge well in a competitive society.
EDUCATION
[2024 - 2025] The University of Manchester
Master’s in advanced chemical engineering
• Process Engineering Focus: I am dedicated to gaining in-depth knowledge in utility system design, energy systems, product design, and process simulation.
• Software Proficiency: In addition to my coursework, I will become proficient in GAMS, STAR, and SPRINT software, which are essential for solving and designing complex chemical engineering problems.
[2018 – 2022] RV College of Engineering
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering CGPA – 8.61
• Core Concepts Mastery: Acquired invaluable knowledge in chemical engineering through a deep understanding of core concepts.
• Technical Training: Gained proficiency in UNISIM and Aspen Hysys, and developed skills in integrating Python programming, Microsoft Excel, and VBA to solve numerical problems in transfer subjects.
• Research Involvement: Actively participated in research activities under the guidance of my professor from the second semester, which provided a wealth of learning opportunities.
WORK EXPERIENCE
[10/2022 – 11/2023] Capgemini Technological Services Pvt Ltd Senior Analyst
• Advanced Training and Certification: During my initial bench period, I achieved certification in Google Cloud Platform and developed proficiency in SQL, Python, and Java.
• Operational Support Excellence: As a member of the Operations team, I played a crucial role in the redeployment and assignment of candidates to various projects, ensuring optimal resource allocation and project success. INTERNSHIPS
[09/2021 – 10/2021] RL Fine Chem Pvt Ltd
Student Intern
• Industrial Equipment Proficiency: Gained hands-on experience with a variety of industrial equipment, emphasizing the critical importance of troubleshooting to ensure effective and efficient usage.
• Project Management and Scheduling Expertise: Successfully managed and scheduled reactor operations for product manufacturing based on demand, utilizing advanced Excel and VBA coding techniques
[08/2020 – 09/2020] High Hind Vacuum Ltd
Student Researcher
• Research and Publication: Authored a comprehensive review article titled “Study on Recent Advances in Metal Chalcogenide Nanostructures for Thermoelectric Applications,” exploring the expansive field of research and development.
• International Conference Presentation: Presented this work at the ICTSGS-21 International Conference. The article was subsequently published in ACS Applied Energy Materials in 2022 and has garnered 23 citations to date. PROJECTS
[12/2019] Hierarchically Architectured Highly Active and Stable Nickel Sulfide Nano structures as efficient Electro catalyst Towards Overall Water Splitting.
• presented the work as a Poster at ICNAN – 2019 International Conference held at Vellore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu.
• I had the hands-on experience of working in research laboratory with compounds to prepare desired products.
POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
08/2019 – 08/2022 REACT – RV College of Engineering Organiser
• Event Leadership: Played a pivotal role in organizing and successfully conducting the department’s techno-cultural fest, REACT, in both 2019 and 2022.
• Comprehensive Event Management: Responsibilities included client consultations, budget management, venue booking, guest and speaker coordination, event promotion, and supplier liaison.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
IT: Covid Lockdown turned out to be a boon to me as it gave me time and resources which helped me gain certifications as mentioned below.
• Python for Everybody Specialisation – a course offered by University of Michigan on Coursera.
• Excel Skills for Business Specialisation – a course offered by University of Macquarie on Coursera.
• AI foundations for everyone – a course offered by IBM on Coursera.
• Safety in Utility Industry – a course offered by University of Buffalo on Coursera
• Introduction to process safety and risk analysis – a course offered by University of California, Davis on Coursera
• Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics – a course offered by IIT Kanpur on NPTEL. Languages: English(Proficient),Hindi(Fluent),Kannada (Native),Telugu (Fluent),Tamil (Fluent) INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
• Avid Reader: Passionate about autobiographies and fictional novels, which occupy much of my free time.
• Community Volunteer: Volunteered as a village surveyor with the Lion’s Club Bangalore in collaboration with BOSCH, collecting health and lifestyle data to support BOSCH’s rural development initiatives.
• Educational Outreach: Proudly participated in Karnataka’s School Bell 2.0 initiative, educating rural students affected by COVID-19 lockdowns and helping them connect theoretical concepts to real-life scenarios.