HARSHAD H NARSALE

***, ***** ******* ******,

Lafayette, LA-70506

gw0ezs@r.postjobfree.com

337-***-****

OBJECTIVE

To gain employment with a successful company as a Chemical Process Engineer, where my academics, work experience and skills can be used effectively towards building a strong foundation in the challenging industrial environment.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Master of Science (Chemical Engineering) Graduation: May 2012

University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, Louisiana GPA: 3.91/4

Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) Graduation: May 2009

University of Pune, Pune, India GPA: 3.85/4

SKILLS

• Computer skills: ASPEN HYSIS 2006, POLYMATH, AUTO-CAD, Minitab statistical programming, Microsoft Office Suite and QI macros excel statistical analysis, Scanning Electron Microscope.

• Quality skills: Lean manufacturing methodology for quality improvement, basic Six Sigma methodology, 5S, Kanban communication with customers, vendors and consultants, production planning and scheduling.

• Knowledge in PFD and P&ID development, Process equipment design, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and HAZOP.

• Strong analytical problem solving skills, self-starter abilities, leadership abilities and a good team player.

• Deep understanding about polymer extrusion process, injection molding process and plastic manufacturing.

CHEMICAL LAB RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant Aug 2010 – May 2012

Center for Structural and Functional Materials

University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Louisiana

• Developed laboratory manufacturing process for polymer nanocomposites using Carbon nanotubes.

• Formulated a new method for crystallization of Polymers and analyzed the surface morphology of these polymers by SEM.

• Lead a team of undergraduate students while performing laboratory operations.

• Trained lab assistants in lab safety, solvent handling, material handling, equipment handling and fire extinguisher handling.

• Tested and analyzed polymers for hardness and tensile strength.

• Maintained all batch data, material usage data, incoming and outgoing material data.

• Calculated median, variance, stem and leaf diagram, and box plot of tensile testing results using Minitab Statistical Programming for quality analysis of samples.

• Performed calculations of standard deviation, standard error, and plotting of histograms for statistical analysis of polymer chemistry results.

• Analyzed biopolymers for calculation of glass transition temperature using DSC.

INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE

Paras Miracle Poly Products Pvt. Ltd., Ahmednagar, India – Jr. Process Engineer June 2009 – June 2010

• Monitored manufacturing process for various polymer products like PVC pipes, Plastic utensils etc.

• Analyzed root cause for troubleshooting for injection molding process.

• Prepared and analyzed production distribution reports.

• Process validation of manufacturing process.

• Developed quality plans including incoming, in process and final inspection.

• Assisted in implementation of project schedules and plans in timely and effective manner.

• Contributed in development of Lean Manufacturing strategy to reduce delays in the process.

• Initiated the use of Kanban for the company.

• Compiled and wrote training material and conducted training sessions on lean manufacturing, 5S and six sigma.

• Provided product team support including customer complaint activities, statistical analysis, validation support, inspection plans, metrology, quality metrics and report functions.

Hemant Engineering Works, Ahmednagar, India – Process Engineering Intern May 2008 – Aug. 2008

• Monitored the nickel-chrome electroplating plant.

• Kept a track of nickel percentage in the nickel bath for appropriate nickel thickness.

• Procured equipments that were necessary for downstream product washing process.

• Initiated the 5S system in the company.

• Organized safety programs for the fellow workers.

• Initiated and developed standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.

• Learned to implement Lean manufacturing strategy to improve process flow and reduce costs.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Projects

• Design a computer program for determination of fugacity coefficients and compositions of components and vapor and liquid flow rates for multi component system using Peng Robinson equation of state. [Fall 2010].

• To prepare HAZOP study report for the cooling water chlorination system. [Spring 2011].

• To study nitric acid production by ammonia oxidation process [Spring 2011].

To study major reactions and side reactions involved in the process.

To study detailed process description

To develop process flow diagram (PFD) through ASPEN HYSYS 2006.

To study major engineering problems.

To study economics of the process.

• To simulate a model for refrigeration system to remove heavier hydrocarbon by using ASPEN HYSIS 2006 and Peng Robinson equation of state [Spring 2011].

• Term paper on Six Sigma implementation. [ Fall 2011]

Seminar and Presentations

• Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and HAZOP – Importance (Fall 2010)

• Importance of Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing and other statistical methods. ( Fall 2011)

• Crystallization of Polyethylene using Carbon Nanotube as a Nucleating agent. (Spring 2012)

Courses

Process modeling and simulation Advanced thermodynamics Chemical reaction engineering

Process engineering calculations Process equipment design Mass and Heat transfer

Corrosion engineering Project management Polymer Engineering

Statistical analysis

Willing to travel and relocate anywhere in USA.

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