Colin Black
Grand Bay – Westfield,Canada
Summary
Driven engineering professional with a proven track record at Paragon Engineered Solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and safety through meticulous P&ID verifications and valve reviews. Skilled in MATLAB and Python, with a knack for collaborative problem-solving. Demonstrated excellence in optimizing heat tracing systems and contributing to cutting-edge energy research, underscoring a blend of technical prowess and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Intern
Paragon Engineered Solutions
01.2023 - Current
- Verified Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (PIDs) for accuracy and compliance with engineering standards
- Conducted comprehensive valve reviews to enhance operational efficiency and safety
- Executed heat tracing design calculations, optimizing temperature maintenance across piping and equipment
- Utilized TraceCalc Pro for designing and analyzing heat tracing systems to meet project demands
- Developed detailed instrument and load lists to ensure adherence to project specifications
Asset Management/Engineering Student
Saint John Energy
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted asset maintenance and inspections, contributing to operational reliability
- Researched and presented findings on 'Residential Energy Trading with Blockchain Technology' and 'Energy Storage Systems' to the Executive Leadership Team
Research Assistant – Clinical Rehabilitation Program
Stan Cassidy Rehabilitation Centre
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on literature reviews, environmental scans, and data analysis
- Presented findings in journal clubs and educational sessions to enhance knowledge sharing
- Contributed to manuscript preparation for scientific meetings and publications
- Supported patient engagement through the recreation therapy department
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of New Brunswick
05.2025
Certificate of Advanced French Oral Proficiency -
01.2020
High School -
Harbour View High School
Skills
- Altium Designer
- CircuitLab
- LTSpice
- MATLAB
- Quartus Prime
- C Programming
- Python
- Assembly Language
- Computer Assembly Language
Accomplishments
- UNB Engineering Dean’s List, 2021/2022
- Good Academic Standing, 2022/2023
- Margaret & Ronald Costar Scholarship, 2021/2022
- Edwin Jacob Special University Scholarship, 2020/2021
- Alumni Entrance Scholarship, 2020/2021
- Graduate Class President, 2019/2020
References
Available upon request. (Contact information can be provided if necessary)
Volunteer Experience
- Best Buddies Mentor, 2017 – Present
- YMCA, Youth Program Volunteer, 2019
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters Event Volunteer (Book Sale Fundraiser), 2019
- Heart and Stroke Association, Charity Event Volunteer, 2019
Timeline
Engineering Intern
Paragon Engineered Solutions
01.2023 - Current
Asset Management/Engineering Student
Saint John Energy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Research Assistant – Clinical Rehabilitation Program
Stan Cassidy Rehabilitation Centre
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of New Brunswick
Certificate of Advanced French Oral Proficiency -
High School -
Harbour View High School
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