Rodrigo Zazueta
Calexico,CA
Summary
Engineering professional with experience at Pfizer, specializing in project management, data analysis, and operations, with solid knowledge of technical documentation. Successfully led a pharmaceutical project improving synthesis processes, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance. Adaptable and prepared to contribute across diverse industries. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong collaboration skills and proficiency in AutoCAD, Aspen Plus, and Microsoft Excel.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Design Project
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Led a team-based pharmaceutical engineering project focused on optimizing the large-scale synthesis and downstream processing of anti-hypertensive drugs.
- Designed a continuous manufacturing process with integrated reaction, separation, and purification units.
- Evaluated the environmental and safety impacts (HSE) of raw materials and process conditions to ensure regulatory compliance.
Accounting Intern
VOS Construction and Clean Up
Victorville, California
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Enhanced efficiency of billing processing and payments through system improvements.
- Conducted compliance monitoring for permits to uphold regulatory standards.
- Oversaw payroll management, guaranteeing precise and punctual salary disbursements.
- Conducted cost analysis to assess financial viability, and inform decision-making.
Construction Engineering Intern
VOS Construction and Clean Up
Victorville, California
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Review construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Technical Documentation: Assist with submittals, change orders, and drawing revisions.
- Scheduling and Coordination: Help coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of materials and work.
- Attend meetings with clients and contractors.
Engineering Intern
Pfizer Pharmaceutical Company
Remote , Remote
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported process development, manufacturing operations, and hazard studies for pharmaceutical products.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to evaluate production processes and identify optimization opportunities.
- Gained insight into safety protocols, GMP standards, and real-time operations via zoom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2025
Skills
- Project management
- Technical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Environmental impacts
- Safety protocols
- Software: AutoCAD, Aspen Plus, and Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory skills: chemical synthesis, analytical techniques, process safety, and lab instrumentation (GC, HPLC, titration)
- Languages: bilingual – English and Spanish (fluent in both)
Timeline
Senior Design Project
University of California, Riverside
01.2025 - 06.2025
Accounting Intern
VOS Construction and Clean Up
07.2024 - 09.2024
Construction Engineering Intern
VOS Construction and Clean Up
06.2022 - 09.2022
Engineering Intern
Pfizer Pharmaceutical Company
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of California, Riverside
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