SARAH MUHUNGA TSHELEKA
Lubumbashi,Democratic Republic of the Congo
Summary
Highly motivated Chemical Process and Materials Engineer with a master’s degree from the Higher School of Industrial Engineering (ESI), University of Lubumbashi. Experienced in hydrometallurgy, laboratory operations, industrial production processes, and research. Passionate about process optimization, quality control, and applying engineering knowledge to solve industrial challenges. Strong analytical, leadership, and teamwork skills gained through internships, laboratory experience, and professional training.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Intern
MMG
11.2021
- Participated in industrial production activities.
- Observed mineral processing and quality control operations.
- Assisted engineering staff with technical assignments.
Industrial Intern
SOMIKA
07.2021
- Gained practical experience in metallurgical and chemical processing operations.
- Assisted with process monitoring and production activities.
Industrial Intern
CHEMAF – Usoke
01.2017
- Completed practical industrial training in chemical processing and plant operations.
Laboratory Technician
MMR Laboratory
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted laboratory analyses and testing.
- Assisted with quality control procedures.
- Prepared laboratory reports and maintained technical documentation.
- Followed laboratory safety and quality assurance standards.
Education
Master of Science - Chemical Process and Materials Engineering
Higher School of Industrial Engineering (ESI), University of Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo01-2020
Bachelor’s degree - Chemical Process and Materials Engineering
Higher School of Industrial Engineering (ESI), University of Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo01-2017
State Diploma - Biology and Chemistry
01-2012
Primary School Certificate - undefined
01-2006
Skills
- Chemical Process Engineering
- Hydrometallurgy
- Laboratory Analysis
- Process Optimization
- Quality Control
- Industrial Safety
- Technical Reporting
- Aspen
- HSC Chemistry
- CHEMLAB
- Microsoft Word
- Internet Applications
- Microsoft Office
LANGUAGES
French: Fluent (spoken and written)
English: Good working proficiency
Swahili: Fluent
Lingala: Intermediate
Interests
Football (Soccer), Basketball
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- Financial Education and Entrepreneurship Training
- LIPAMU Center (2018)
- Effective Leadership Seminar
- Haggai International in collaboration with World Vision, Likasi (2019)
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Leadership training through Haggai International
- Entrepreneurship and Financial Education
- Industrial internships in leading mining and metallurgical companies
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
MMR Laboratory
12.2022 - 12.2023
Industrial Intern
MMG
11.2021
Industrial Intern
SOMIKA
07.2021
Industrial Intern
CHEMAF – Usoke
01.2017
Primary School Certificate - undefined
State Diploma - Biology and Chemistry
Bachelor’s degree - Chemical Process and Materials Engineering
Higher School of Industrial Engineering (ESI), University of Lubumbashi
Master of Science - Chemical Process and Materials Engineering
Higher School of Industrial Engineering (ESI), University of Lubumbashi