Project Engineer Management

TASLIMA AKTER

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/taslima-akter-901110248/ Results-driven Process Engineer with expertise in chemical engineering, materials science, and green engineering initiatives. Hands-on experience in process optimization, material characterization, and additive manufacturing. Proven ability to analyze, design, and improve processes for efficiency, sustainability, and compliance. Completed HAZWOPER 40- hour training for hazardous waste operations and emergency response. EDUCATION

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) Expected May 2025 Chemical Engineering

Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio

Bachelor of Science (BSc) December 2020

Chemistry

Chandpur Government College, Chandpur, Bangladesh

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research Assistant August 2023 - Present

Chemical Engineering Department

Rayen School of Engineering, Youngstown

• Managing multiple research projects that include a federal government project (NASA) as well as local academic- based initiatives.

• Led green engineering projects, implementing sustainable methods to reduce material waste and energy consumption.

• Utilized HAZWOPER safety protocols for handling hazardous materials in experimental setups.

• Performed tensile tests, hardness tests, microstructural analysis and corrosion tests under three different environments on additively manufactured Finkl2, H13, and Stellite metals.

• Designed 3D samples using AutoCAD software, manufactured and conducted thermally post-processing of 3D printed ceramic parts.

• Researched multi-material systems and their interfacial behavior for the development of 3-D printed batteries, semiconductors, optimizing for increased efficiency.

• Evaluating materials for mechanical performance, conducting mechanical tests like flexural test, compression test, hardness test and comparing strength of the material.

• Conducted chemical characterization tests like XRD, SEM, TGA, EDS, CTE.

• Reviewed the analytical data report generated from the raw data test sheet, which was compiled through multiple mechanical tests conducted on printed samples.

• Prepared and mixed the resin formulations for 3D- printed ferrite models, contributing to wireless power transfer modules.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Manager June 2020 – June 2022

Jamuna Travels and Tours, Bangladesh

• Led and managed a team of travel consultants, setting performance goals and driving team success.

• Oversaw daily branch operations and implemented process improvements to boost efficiency.

• Managed all financial aspects including budgeting, disbursements, and income tracking. Travel Consultant January 2017 – June 2020

Jamuna Travels and Tours, Bangladesh

• Delivered personalized travel planning and excellent customer service, resulting in high client retention.

• Designed cost-effective travel itineraries and provided location recommendations tailored to client needs.

• Collaborated with internal teams and external partners to arrange comprehensive travel packages. TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Process Optimization & Safety: HAZWOPER 40-hour trained, FMEA, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Process Safety Management (PSM).

• Software: Microsoft office, MS Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SolidWorks, nTopology (AutoCAD), Polymath, MATLAB, R, Python, ChemCAD, Minitab

• 3D Printers & Manufacturing: Admaflex, Formlabs, Anycubic, BMF, Resin Formulation, Sintering Furnaces.

• Analysis & Testing Tools: Instron 6800 Series, Keyence VHX digital microscopes, XRD, TGA Q400, JEOL JSM-7600F Scanning Electron Microscope, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Design of Experiments (DOE).

• Leadership: Project Management, Client-Facing Experience (Proposals, Scope Review), Time Management & Task Prioritization, Adaptability and Field Readiness

RESEARCH PROJECTS

1. Additively Manufactured Ferrite for Wireless Power Transfer Modules. 2. Hybrid Manufacturing for Rapid Tooling and Repairs; Mechanical and Corrosion testing of additively manufactured parts.

3. Green Engineering Initiative: Design sustainable chemical processes reducing environmental impact. HONORS & AFFILIATIONS

• Six Sigma: Green Belt – Completed 2025

• Six Sigma: Black Belt – Completed 2025

• HAZWOPER Certification (40-hour training) – Completed 2025

• People’s Choice Award: 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition Youngstown State University 2024

• Member: American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) 2023 – Present

• Member: Society of Women Engineers (SWE) 2023 – Present

• Member: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) 2025

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