SHIVANI SEHGAL

46 Lission Crescent, Brampton ON L6X 5H9 519-318-7837 ssehgal5@uwo.ca

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Engineering Science, Chemical
London, ON
Faculty of Engineering, University of Western Ontario
September 2011 Current
Currently in final year of a program that combines the full Chemical Engineering program with 16 month
professional industrial internship
Cumulative average: 3.7/4.0
Expected Graduation date: Spring 2015
Honours Bachelor of Medical Science
Faculty of Science, University of Western Ontario
Honours Specialization in Medical Biophysics, GPA 3.5/4.0

London, ON
Completed June 2010

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Project Management Led to an overall improvement of Refinery Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program.
Improved various documentations and developed new procedures to ensure LDAR program meets all the
environmental regulatory standards.
Computers and Administration - Ability to develop in VBA, MATLAB and C++ to assist in data modelling and
solving complex chemical processes and reactions. Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications: Excel VBA,
Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Strong Understanding and working knowledge of SAP, Aspen Hysys, MATLAB,
Photoshop and Dreamweaver Software.
Key Strengths - Highly motivated and dedicated individual with proven Analytical and Problem Solving skills.
Heavily rely on the use of clear communication and organizational skills to accomplish work duties. Have developed
the ability through various positions held throughout my career the ability to adapt quickly to high stress
environments and work under pressure. Highly knowledgeable in Ontario Health & Safety Regulations, WHMIS and
active Joint & Health Safety Committee member during work in various professional experiences.

PROFESSIONAL WORK SUMMARY

Environmental, Health & Safety Intern
Sarnia, ON
Suncor Energy, Sarnia Refinery
May 2013 August 2014
Optimized the refinerys Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program by collaborating with multiple stakeholders
from Maintenance, Operations, Environmental and Management Leadership teams
o Improved repair process by reducing time for repairs by 54%
o Successfully coordinated annual monitoring of over 50,000 potential leak sources and subsequent repairs
to ensure completion in a timely and efficient manner
o Scheduled and coordinated maintenance repairs using the SAP Business Management program
Assisted a senior process engineer with a design project involving reviewing and updating P&IDs, performing
hydraulic calculations using HYSYS simulations, performing control valve sizing, compiling design and operational
data and updating the design document.
Assisted with risk management and safety initiatives by compiling weekly and monthly stats and creating monthly
stewardship reports used by key stakeholders around the plant.
Participated and organized the Joint Health Safety Committee monthly meetings, and distributed the JH&SC
meeting minutes
Ensured MISA effluent water reporting spreadsheets are updated monthly and values reported to the Ministry of
the Environment (MOE)
Assisted the Environmental Specialist with data collection for NPRI legislated reporting and the LDAR program, for
process units that may emit benzene
Assisted in entering all of the annual requisitions for the EH&S group and resolve several payment failure
notifications via SAP.
Attended monthly seminars directed at young engineers, including relief valve sizing, hydraulic calculations, pump
curves, and instrumentation, among others
Planned and assisted with a variety of volunteer events, including CANstruction, Actua Science & Engineering
Camp, Suncors United Way Campaign and many others
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Teachers Assistant
The Parents Choice Learning Centre Inc.

Assisted high school students in areas of Chemistry and Math

Co-ordinated activities designed to enhance student interaction

Account Receivable Clerk Assistant

CML Healthcare Inc.

Mississauga, ON
June 2010 August 2010

Mississauga, ON
May 2008 August 2008

Responsible for processing commercial deposits, handling cash and cheques

Monitored patient account details and maintained up-to-date billing system
Typed confidential documents on a word-processing system and provided office support services, to ensure
efficiency and effectiveness within office

DESIGN PROJECTS SUMMARY

Faculty of Chemical Engineering, University of Western Ontario
September 2012 - April 2013
Production of Lactic Acid
Investigated a chemical process that uses cheese whey to produce L-Lactic acid by fermentation; explored several
methods involved in extraction of lactose
Conducted research and prepared a formal report that illustrated the advantages and disadvantages of the
chemical process
Faculty of Medical Science, University of Western Ontario
September 2009 - April 2010
Factors involved in Platelet Adhesion during Sepsis
Constructed and tested a hypothesis of whether ascorbate can reduce platelet adhesion through P-selectin
function
Performed a Western-Blot and other techniques that were involved in platelet isolation

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

Business Advisor
October 2013 April 2014
Junior Achievement of South Western Ontario, Sarnia-Lambton Chapter
Guided and advised high school students as they learned the fundamentals of business while developing their own
companies
Encouraged students when they were faced with real-world business challenges
Server & Kitchen Helper
Hamilton Out of the Cold Program Coalition
Served and prepared hot meals to underprivileged individuals and families

January 2013 March 2014

Pharmacist Technician Assistant - Zellers Pharmacy

June 2009 - September 2011
Filled prescriptions for the pharmacist; tasks included counting pills and labeling bottles
Managed and monitored expiry dates of medications as well as involved in sending out and receiving drugs orders
Assisted patients in finding OTC products

AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2009 - 2010, Deans Honor List
2006, University of Western Ontario Entrance Scholarship ($2500 value)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Institute of Chemical & Biochemical (CBEE)

Member of Water Environment Association of Ontario (WEAO)
Member of Ontario Water Works Association (OWWA)
Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)
REFERENCES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST