Samantha Fitlin

Experience

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  CERN

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2017

  Intern

  Assessed damage on silicon sensors in the CMS detector and compiled a list of sensors that needed repair in the upcoming renovation by writing code to increase the voltage across each sensor in varying increments, running the code, and analyzing the results by graphing the derivatives of IV curves. Learned elementary data analysis techniques in excel, specifically regarding handling large quantities of data.

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  Dow

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2018

  Intern

  Corrected mistakes in Dow's SAP database such as changing the names of chemicals to match REACH legislation, removing inconsistencies concerning import sites, and fixing the statuses of chemical plants. Learned about pathways in chemical engineering and recent Dow projects/innovations by attending daily poster shows, presentations, and Q&A sessions hosted by chemical engineers.

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  American Chemical Society

  Aug 2019 - May 2023

  American Chemical Society Corporate Board, Senior Member

  Administer communications between the chapter's corporate contacts.Collaborate directly with industry professionals to host info-sessions, ACS and Cal career fairs, and educational workshops.Spearheaded resume review program to provide underclassmen with career advice and mentorship opportunities.

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  BayAreaRedwood

  Nov 2019 - May 2021

  Lead Scientific Development Intern

  Created a sustainable, hydrophobic, non-toxic wood sealant for Bay Area Redwood timber products, which involves synthesis of various sealant formulations and performance of hydrophobicity/wettability tests and accelerated aging tests.Promoted business development by overseeing the intern team, writing grants, creating e-commerce platforms, redesigning the website.

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  Alivisatos Group, UC Berkeley

  Jan 2020 - May 2020

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  Analyzed large data sets of emission and absorption spectra collected by the Alivisatos Group to better understand the composition of perovskite nanocrystals synthesized using robots. Discovered a relationship between the ratio of metal reactants used in perovskite formation to the peak emitted wavelength. Developed data analysis/graphing skills in Python, presented scientific findings, collaborate with peers in research setting.

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  Waqas Khalid Lab

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2021

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  Initially performed literature searches on detection assays and nanotube functionalization to choose chemicals for COVID-19 detection device prototypes, conducted Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy device testing related to supercapacitor and biomedical applications.Pivoted to a market intelligence role that involves analyzing trends in energy storage such as current and emerging technologies, market drivers, and roadblocks.

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  Chec Consulting

  Aug 2020 - Aug 2021

  Project Manager

  Provided knowledge of chemical engineering to external companies to assist with product and process development. Created a Comsol simulation to model the geometry, thermodynamics, and mass transport properties of All Power Labs' new small scale biofuel clean energy reactor.Led team to prepare and present deliverables for All Power Labs executives regarding progress on reactor design.

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  Engineers Without Borders USA

  Aug 2020 - May 2023

  Community Engineering Corps Project Team

  Partnered with the Community Engineering Corps to combat homelessness in the Bay Area. Build on engineering knowledge and connections to housing development companies to find sustainable, affordable solutions to the housing crisis.

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  BASF

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Chemical Engineering PDP Intern

  Developed new SOPs for testing three component product blend composition in response to limitations of previous testing strategies, saving a total of $175,000 each time the procedure detects an incorrect blend ratio before calcination. Improved accuracy of two component blend testing strategies by a factor of three. Redesigned slip height calculator to increase efficiency and improve ease of use for lab technicians. Simulated cumulative particle size distribution to predict key data points for quality assessment as part of ongoing capital project at site. Show less

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  BEACN

  Aug 2021 - May 2023

  Utilize chemical engineering background to identify breakthrough technologies, market trends, and commercial KPIs in the renewable energy sector with a strong emphasis on energy storage and batteriesResearch market trends by interviewing professors and industry leaders in order to create a market map, write a market thesis, and eventually select investment opportunities for our client, a large VC firm

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2022 - May 2023

  • Consultant

    Aug 2021 - May 2023
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  Enzinc

  Dec 2021 - Jun 2022

  Electrochemical Engineering Intern

  Fabricate anodes, assemble pouch cells, and perform cycle testing in order to develop vastly improved Nickel-Zinc batteries, which hinge on a revolutionary 3D zinc sponge anodeInnovate the cell manufacturing process by collecting data, analyzing information, and making crucial decisions regarding both method and design, including procedure to improve seal on current collectorPlan additional testing to hit key milestones given by external partners, negotiate with universities to acquire equipment for these tests Show less

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  Rivian

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  Cell Factory Engineering Intern

  Calculate CapEx and OpEx associated with incremental changes in utility demands in order to cost effectively design both the upcoming pilot and full-scale cell manufacturing facilities, then visualize these data in Excel and PowerpointOptimize factory operation and prioritize sustainability by proving cost effectiveness of more efficient, less-energy intensive equipmentAssess proposed supply chain strategies from multiple vendors to ensure availability of gaseous raw materialsAnalyze process and material flow throughout the cell manufacturing process to create diagrams for use in a $400M federal grant Show less

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  McKinsey & Company

  Aug 2023 - now

  Product Development and Procurement Fellow