Dhir Patel
Columbia,TN
Summary
Developed a strong foundation in laboratory environments, focusing on scientific research and analysis. Skilled in data management, precise measurements, and troubleshooting equipment. Looking to transition into a new field, bringing dedication to accuracy and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician II
SDMyers, LLC
Tallmadge, OH
12.2025 - 07.2026
- Promoted to level II within nine months, operating high-complexity analytical instrumentation under minimal supervision.
- Collaborated with the instrumentation department to fabricate methanizer in-house, reducing costs by 24% and increasing efficiency by 15%.
- Maintained and calibrated inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) for trace element analysis and gas chromatography (GC) systems for dissolved gas analysis (DGA).
- Interpreted chromatographic and spectroscopic data to identify trace impurities, ensuring data integrity before system entry.
- Processed, reviewed, and documented analytical runs using Chromeleon software, adhering to laboratory SOPs for compliance.
Laboratory Technician I
SDMyers, LLC
Tallmadge, OH
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Facilitated development of troubleshooting sheets for multiple stations, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Performed rapid troubleshooting on lab instruments, minimizing downtime and sustaining test throughput.
- Utilized LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) to log and track sample data, enhancing workflow efficiency and traceability.
- Contributed to process improvements by suggesting refinements based on experimental outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
Ahmedabad University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat11-2023
Skills
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Sample preparation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Chemical handling
- Impurity analysis
- Laboratory safety
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Spectrophotometry
- Chromatography techniques
- Experimental design
- Scientific writing
- Instrument Calibration
Academic Research Projects
- Synthesis of Mesoporous Magnetic Nanoparticles (08/01/22 - 05/01/23): Reviewed over 20 synthesis methods for variable-size mesoporous magnetic nanoparticles using microfluidic techniques; synthesized particles ranging from 400–600 nm. Performed adsorption analysis of Congo Red Dye on synthesized nanoparticles, achieving a maximum adsorption rate of 26 ppm, surpassing industrial benchmarks.
- Optimization of High-Vacuum Distillation in Methyl Nicotinate Synthesis (08/01/22 - 12/01/22): Developed a detailed Aspen Plus simulation of Methyl Nicotinate synthesis; conducted heat and economic analysis to reduce process steps from six to four. Optimized key operational parameters, improving product purity from 91% to 98.8%.
Timeline
Laboratory Technician II
SDMyers, LLC
12.2025 - 07.2026
Laboratory Technician I
SDMyers, LLC
03.2025 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
Ahmedabad University