Merek Roman

7101 Dune Hwy

Empire, MI * 49630
Phone: (231) 590-2434
Email:mr623376@westpost.net
CHEMICAL ENGINEER * ENGINEER IN TRAINING (EIT)
Skilled recent graduate and certified NCEES Licensed Engineer in Training with a
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. Resourceful, analytical and detail
-driven with capabilities in completing multiple projects with competing deadlin
es. Aggressive in identifying and resolving inefficient operational processes. A
warded multiple domestic and international scholarships with study abroad experi
ence.
Strong team member; able to motivate others to achieve optimal production rates
while maintaining high safety methods and practices. Reliable follow-through ski
lls, fulfilling all administrative requirements. Clear communicator, both oral a
nd written. Strong interpersonal skills; interface effectively with coworkers, m
anagement and customers. Excel in unpredictable and hectic environments.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

* Chemical Engineering Operations

* Project Planning, Execution & Management
* Leadership Experience
* New Process Development & Implementation
* Customer Relations & Interpersonal Skills
* Organizational & Time Management Skills
* Prioritize & Execute Tasks in High-Pressure Environments
* Work Effectively in Team-Oriented, Collaborative Environments
* Technical & Analytical Skill
* Matlab, Aspen, Polymath & Visual Basic
* Microsoft Office & VISIO Proficiency
* Smith Driver's Training, Lock-Out-Tag Out
* MSDS Training
* Heat Exchanger, Separation Column & Plant Economics
EDUCATION * ADDITIONAL TRAINING
* Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan ... Sep. 2006-May 2010
Concentration in Polymers
* Shell Oil Seminar
New Orleans, Louisiana ... Dec. 2008
Gained in-depth knowledge of processes in upstream development pertaining to dri
lling, refining oil to industry standards and safety on offshore rigs
* Study Abroad
Buenos Aires, Argentina ... May 2007
Studied globalization issues, specifically the controversy of corn for fuel vers
us food; successfully negotiated language barrier

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
El Paso Corporation, Houston, Texas
 Measurement Services Intern, Liquid Allocation Division... May 2009-Aug. 2009
* Learned gas chromatography processes used to analyze natural gas content along
pipeline, a process used in natural gas commodity pricing
* Observed equipment in-field; wrote technical specifications for company's liqu
id allocation service manual; designed chemical injector general specifications
by consulting Houston part vendors

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Phone: (231) 590-2434
Email:mr623376@westpost.net
Office of State Senator M. McManus, Lansing, Michigan
Political Intern...Aug. 2006-May 2007
* Developed comprehensive understanding of the political infrastructure of Lansi
ng, Michigan; gathered signatures from Representatives and Senators; relayed mes
sages to the Floor
* Answered constituent's phone calls ; fielded problems; relayed relevant issues
to the Senator resulting in a response correspondence

PREVIOUS POSITIONS
Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co., Glen Arbor, Michigan
Barista...2006-2008
Dune Dogs, Glen Arbor, Michigan
Manager...2005-2008
Boonedocks, Glen Arbor, Michigan
Waiter/Head Busser...2003-2007

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
Student Engineering Council
Council President ... 2009-2010
Member... 2006-2010
American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE), Michigan State University Cha
pter
Vice President of Membership... 2008-2009
Member...2005-Present
International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers
Vice President ... 2008-2009

HONORS AND LICENSES

Epee Traveling Team Member, Michigan State University Fencing Club...Aug. 2005-
May 2010
Engineer In Training (EIT), NCEES, Michigan...Apr. 2010
Scholarship Recipient, Society of Plastic Engineers, Detroit...Aug. 2009
Scholarship Recipient, College of Engineering Study Abroad...Apr. 2008
Member, National Honors Society...Jan. 2003
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America...Sep. 1995-Aug. 2003