Application Engineer Chemical/Process Control

RAQUEL MATOS OGANDO

Kalamazoo, MI 269-***-**** ******.***********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/raquel31 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dual-major Engineering student graduating Cum Laude from Western Michigan University with concentrations in Energy Management

(Chemical Engineering) and Process Control (Paper Science Engineering). Experienced in process optimization, sustainable technologies, resource recovery, product development, and applied research through industrial internships and university research. Passionate about advancing innovative solutions in renewable energy, sustainable manufacturing, and future nuclear energy systems EDUCATION

Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI

Bachelor of Science in Engineering May 2026 Chemical Engineering, Concentration: Energy Management; Paper Science Engineering, Concentration: Process Control GPA: 3.6/4.00 Cum Laude Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo (INTEC)

Chemical Engineering Studies 2021-2023

ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant Western Michigan University

Feb 2026 – Present

• Investigate recovery pathways for critical materials including gallium, germanium, and indium from natural resources.

• Analyze technical literature and process data supporting sustainable resource recovery technologies.

• Present findings to faculty and research teams.

Research & Development Intern Trinseo LLC

May 2025 – Aug 2025

• Developed and optimized paper coating formulations to improve barrier performance and substrate compatibility.

• Performed laboratory testing, statistical analysis, and product evaluations supporting process and product improvements.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support innovation and quality initiatives. Process Engineering Intern PaperWorks

Jun 2024 – Sep 2024

• Monitored fiber preparation and pulping operations to improve manufacturing consistency.

• Conducted troubleshooting and process analysis within production systems.

• Supported product development through testing, handsheet preparation, and data interpretation. Research Assistant Western Michigan University

Nov 2023 – Nov 2024

• Applied hydrophobic deep eutectic solvents for removal of phenolic contaminants from water.

• Evaluated extraction performance using UV-Vis spectroscopy and mass spectrometry.

• Co-authored research publication focused on sustainable water treatment technologies. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Process Engineering: Process Optimization, Process Control, Energy Systems, SOP Development, Statistical Analysis Software: Aspen Plus, Python, SolidWorks, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite Laboratory & Testing: UV-Vis Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry, TAPPI Testing Standards, Handsheet Testing, Product Evaluation LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)

• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)

• TAPPI Ts'ai Lun Chapter

• Lee Honors College

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