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Kamau Burton
Brooklyn,NY
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R&D Chemist and 3D Designer with expertise in CAD design and manufacturing automation. Proven ability to optimize production processes and reduce costs through innovative solutions. Experienced in developing engaging curricula and executing hands-on labs that connect theoretical concepts with practical applications.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Musician
Juice
Brooklyn, NY
2017.06 - Current
- Developed and managed music videos alongside social media content for improved brand visibility and audience expansion
- Generated captivating video content for social media and video platforms by employing advanced animation and video editing skills.
- Elevated musical career by cultivating online presence across various platforms.
- executed in over 1000 performances.
- Arranged collaborative rehearsals with other musicians
Science & 3D Design Teacher
Notre Dame School
New York, NY
2024.11 - 2025.08
- Instructed high school students in 3D Design and Physics, enhancing understanding of spatial geometry and structural tolerance.
- Designed and executed hands-on labs and project-based assessments to improve physical component builds and functional performance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
Science Teacher & Project Mentor
Saint Ann's School
Brooklyn, NY
2022.08 - 2024.11
- Mentored independent science and engineering projects, guiding 3D printing layouts and material selection to enhance student understanding.
- Developed specialized curricula for physical science and acoustics, assessing hardware and material performance.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to foster scientific understanding and curiosity.
Research & Development Chemist
BYK USA
Wallingford, CT
2018.08 - 2020.08
- Designed in-house analytical procedures for environmental and material risk assessment, saving $20,000 in third-party testing costs.
- Evaluated physical and chemical properties of polymer and additive formulations to ensure structural integrity and manufacturability.
- Provided direct production line support to rework off-spec materials, salvaging over $100,000 in product while enforcing strict SOP and safety standards.
Chemical Engineering & R&D Intern
Watson Foods Inc.
West Haven, CT
2014.12 - 2017.01
- Co-led engineering research into manufacturing automation, successfully validating roll-coater machinery that reduced hardware/energy costs by $1.5M.
- Designed and executed custom testing procedures to trace material degradation, extending product shelf life by 200%.
- Assayed physical samples for density, moisture, and quality specifications, accurately documenting time-sensitive data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Minor in Mathematics
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA 2013.08 - 2017.05
Skills
- 3D Design & Prototyping
- CAD and ExoCAD
- Materials Science
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- 3D Printing Software
- Fashion Design
- Material Selection
- Experimental Design
- Quality Control
- Lab Equipment Management
- SOP Compliance
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Environmental practices
- Process improvement
- Troubleshooting and analysis
- Analytical chemistry
- Product development
- Chemical waste disposal
- GMP compliance
- Technical presentations
- Report generation
- Electrochemistry
- Chemical handling
- Polymer chemistry
- Assigning and grading work
- Public speaking
- Cultural sensitivity
- Empathy and patience
- Classroom instruction
- Lesson planning
- Test grading
- Test proctoring
- Behavior management
- Animation and motion graphics
- Resin casting
- 3D printing technology
- PPE use
- Epoxy resin handling
- Filament Printing
- Regulatory compliance
- Nutritional analysis proficiency
- Experimental design
- Sanitation procedures mastery
- Ingredient functionality
- Studio recording experience
- Harmonizing
- Mixing skills
- Music theory knowledge
- Instrument maintenance
- Songwriting and lyric development
- Instrument repairs
- Arranging music
Technical Skills
Blender, Google SketchUp, TinkerCAD, 3D Design, Rapid Prototyping, Tolerancing & Fit, Manufacturing Automation, Hardware Optimization, Wiring Diagrams & Schematics, Equipment Maintenance & Repair, Failure Analysis, Test Procedure Development, Quality Control, Material Science (Polymers), Data Acquisition & Analysis, Python, JavaScript, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, cGMP, GLP, SOP Compliance, EHS & OSHA Safety
Work Availability
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Certification
Chemical Fire Safety
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Japanese
Beginner
A1
German
Beginner
A1
Software
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Animate
Microsoft Excel
Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Blender
Aseprite
Bambu Studio
Logic Pro X
Chitubox
Timeline
Science & 3D Design Teacher
Notre Dame School
2024.11 - 2025.08
Science Teacher & Project Mentor
Saint Ann's School
2022.08 - 2024.11
Research & Development Chemist
BYK USA
2018.08 - 2020.08
Musician
Juice
2017.06 - Current
Chemical Engineering & R&D Intern
Watson Foods Inc.
2014.12 - 2017.01
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Minor in Mathematics
Boston College
2013.08 - 2017.05