Jake Gregory
Summary
Goal-oriented chemical engineer with experience in laboratory and specialty chemicals plant settings. Forward-thinking when reviewing project requirements to determine precise solutions. Composed professional who thrives in fast paced environments with an agile mindset to achieve innovative designs meeting and exceeding objectives. Maintains a clear view of end goals with safety oriented mindset.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Engineer
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Designed and conducted drying experiments for various solids processes across multiple areas
- Provided proof-of-concept and technical support for processes improvement of processes dryers to meet customer needs
- Led effort to utilize 3D printing within SU&PI division to easily introduce proof-of-concept applications by reducing parts lead time and cost
- Supported commissioning and start-up of MeOS plant through various activities
- Member of Fundamental Support Team (FST) that provided technical expertise for MeOS filtration processes
R&D Intern
Unilever United States Inc.
Trumbull, CT
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Development of new formulation for brand product with $750M cost savings
- Increased biodegradability of product formulation from 78% to 98%
- Introduced new supplier that met company and brand values
- Conducted efficacy, stability, and viscosity analyses to meet pilot-plant production capabilities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05-2023
Skills
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Complex Problem Solving
- Matlab Programming
- Computer aided design (CAD) software
- Design of experiments (DOE)
- Research proficiency
- Solids separations techniques
- Mass & heat transfer
- Laboratory safety and risk assessment
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Chemical Engineer
Eastman Chemical Company
06.2023 - Current
R&D Intern
Unilever United States Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Tennessee Technological University