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Vaishnavi Anil Patil

Summary

Results-driven recent graduate equipped with strong research and technical skills, adept at problem-solving in dynamic environments. Detail-oriented with a proven ability to quickly grasp new concepts, contributing effectively to team objectives. Eager to apply analytical capabilities and a commitment to excellence in a challenging role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

01.2024 - Current
  • Focusing on the development of environmentally benign crop protection solutions using Pickering Emulsions as a sustainable platform for delivering multiple agricultural active ingredients, addressing survival mechanisms, and assessing the efficacy of the loaded formulations
  • Incorporated Plant Growth Promoting Microbes (PGPMs) into Pickering emulsions, investigated survival mechanisms through colony counting (CFU/ml), gene sequencing, and microscopy, and conducted transcriptomics, revealing 30% increase in genome-wide expression levels of PGPMs within the emulsions
  • Utilized High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to quantify active ingredient concentrations within formulations, ensuring precise dosage and consistency

Process Engineering Intern for Carbon Capture Team

Linde Engineering Americas
Texas
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Developed and optimized BFDs, PFDs, HMBs, and P&IDs for Carbon Capture systems to define process flows, material balances, and system design, while ensuring compliance with industry standards to improve design accuracy and efficiency
  • Designed P&ID graphical layouts, emissions tracking systems, and safety features (e.g., emergency showers, spill containment) to mitigate environmental and operational risks, enhancing system safety and regulatory compliance
  • Performed pipeline sizing and hydraulic calculations using UniSim to validate design parameters and optimize system performance and support net-zero carbon emissions by ensuring reliable and efficient operations

Process Engineer

ARSS BIOFUEL Pvt Ltd
Nashik
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Analyzed and optimized the manufacturing process for anhydrous denatured alcohol, identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements that enhanced sustainability and reduced waste by 20%
  • Performed Gas Chromatography to analyze ethanol concentration with ±0.1% accuracy, ensuring process consistency, product quality, and compliance with safety standards
  • Enhanced cost efficiency and energy utilization by conducting in-depth research, performing process simulations using Aspen, and implementing strategies to reduce environmental impact
  • Conducted HAZOP reviews to identify potential risks and improve plant safety

Education

M.S. - Chemical Engineering

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC, USA
05.2025

B.E. - Chemical Engineering

University of Mumbai
Navi Mumbai, India
06.2022

Skills

  • JMP
  • SOPs
  • OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM)
  • FEED
  • CAPEX
  • Six Sigma Certification
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • DMAIC
  • UniSim
  • MATLAB
  • AutoCAD
  • Aspen HYSYS
  • MS Office Suite

Academic Projects And Publications

Mathematical modeling of evaporator for zero liquid discharge (MAY 2022)

Minimized environmental impact by optimizing processes to reduce industrial effluent discharge by approximately 95%., Designed and implemented a zero liquid discharge (ZLD) treatment system integrated with critical utility systems such as steam generation, wastewater treatment, and cooling water for efficient wastewater management., Conducted comprehensive literature reviews focused on optimizing multiple-effect evaporators to achieve cost reduction and energy optimization., Performed detailed cost estimation and analyzed steam efficiency through mathematical modeling of an evaporator using MS Excel.

Corrosion Inhibitors in Thermal Desalination Process (JETIR Journal) (APR 2022)

Analyzed corrosion inhibitors in thermal desalination, focusing on mitigating equipment degradation and enhancing plant efficiency in high-salinity environments, ultimately aiming to extend system lifespan., Evaluated alternative water sources to combat global water scarcity, specializing in desalination technologies for potable use, considering energy consumption and feasibility across diverse climatic conditions.

Timeline

Process Engineering Intern for Carbon Capture Team

Linde Engineering Americas
05.2024 - 08.2024

Graduate Research Assistant

01.2024 - Current

Process Engineer

ARSS BIOFUEL Pvt Ltd
06.2022 - 05.2023

M.S. - Chemical Engineering

North Carolina State University

B.E. - Chemical Engineering

University of Mumbai
Vaishnavi Anil Patil