Yousef A. El Aun
Edson,AB
Summary
Recent Chemical Engineering Graduate (May 2024) with a strong passion for Process Engineering, specializing in design, optimization, and sustainability to ensure safe and efficient operations. I aim to contribute to the oil and gas industry by focusing on pipeline and separator design, maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance. Committed to achieving my Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, I strive to excel in my field by delivering innovative solutions that meet industry standards, adapt to constraints, and prioritize team collaboration.
Engineering professional prepared to contribute to field with comprehensive understanding of engineering concepts and practical implementation. Experienced in collaborative projects, consistently delivering valuable insights and improvements. Known for adaptability and results-oriented approach, emphasizing teamwork and effective communication.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Engineering Student
Stantec Ltd.
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Capstone Project Overview: Under the supervision of Stantec Ltd
- And Dalhousie University, my team and I designed three co-aligned plants: water treatment, wastewater treatment, and a green hydrogen plant located in Point Tupper, Cape Breton, NS
- This project included weekly team meetings with Stantec clients and Dalhousie University professors
- Project Phases
- Background information
- Conducted a comprehensive literature review of modern electrolyser technologies and processes
- Gained critical knowledge to select the most suitable electrolyser and proceed with plant design
- Investigated alternatives to common technologies to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process simplification
- Design Requirements
- Analyzed project constraints and developed strategies to overcome them
- Selected optimal designs for the electrolyser, overall plant layout, and surrounding equipment
- Focused on material selection to mitigate corrosion and erosion, aiming to minimize maintenance costs and ensure longevity
- Constructed rough drafts of Process Flow and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams for the different plants (PFD’s and P&ID’s, respectively)
- Final Design description
- Sized and finalized all required components, including piping, reactors, and filtration systems
- Performed flow assurance analysis using Aspen HYSYS and Microsoft Excel
- Delivered the final copy of key deliverables on the given deadlines:
- Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
- Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Final reports
- Included dedicated sections on safety and sustainability to ensure designs met industry guidelines and standards
- Economic evaluations
- Conducted a thorough economic analysis to optimize costs and ensure economic feasibility
- Utilized CAPCOST software on Microsoft Excel to evaluate the most cost-effective solutions
Canada Post Customer Service Representative
The Guardian Pharmacy
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed daily startup operations to ensure smooth workflow
- Processed money orders by facilitating customer transactions and transferring funds to specified businesses or individuals
- Received and organized incoming packages in designated containers for driver pickups
- Distributed packages to customers after verifying identification and proof of ownership
- Enhanced customer communication to ensure a positive service experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS04.2024
Diploma - Engineering
Saint Mary’s University
Halifax, NS04.2021
High School Diploma -
Halifax West High School
Halifax, NS06.2018
Skills
Flow Assurance Analysis
Aspen HYSYS
AutoCAD3D
SolidWorks Simulation
COMSOL Simulation
Pipeline and Separator Sizing
Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Reactor design
Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment Processes
Corrosion and Erosion Mitigation
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Thermodynamics
Report Writing
Teamwork and Communication
Adaptability
Leadership
Engineering design
Control systems
Creativity and innovation
Energy systems
Quality assurance
Project management
Time management
Mathematical aptitude
Problem-solving abilities
Team collaboration
Problem resolution
Team building
Self motivation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Awards
Engineering Capstone Conference2024 Award of Excellence,04/2024, Dalhousie University, Second place in Capstone Poster in Chemical Engineering: Electrolyser Technology Design for Hydrogen Production, Foundations of Project Management Certification,11/2024, Google Inc.
Accomplishments
Engineering Capstone Conference 2024 Award of Excellence, 04/2024 Dalhousie University
• Second place in Capstone Poster in Chemical Engineering: Electrolyser Technology Design for Hydrogen Production
Certification
Foundations of Project Management Certification, 11/2024 Google Inc.
Timeline
Process Engineering Student
Stantec Ltd.
09.2023 - 04.2024
Canada Post Customer Service Representative
The Guardian Pharmacy
05.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Dalhousie University
Diploma - Engineering
Saint Mary’s University
High School Diploma -
Halifax West High School
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