MARK L.

BRUCAL
2846 SOUTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE #4308, DAVIE, FLORIDA 33328
954.533.4701
MARK_BRUCAL@WAYNE.EDU

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

PROFILE OVERVIEW
Highly enthusiastic, analytical and reliable BS in chemical engineering graduate
who strives in completing tasks with precision, focus and commitment. Collabora
tive with proven intuitiveness in working independently or as a part of a team.
Conscientious and quality focused self starter; reputed for the ability to surpa
ss expectations, handle complex assignments and manage multiple tasks under pres
sure. Strategic problem solver with strong communications and interpersonal skil
ls complemented with substantial background in quality control, general administ
rative functions, and operation of heavy machinery. Proficient in English and c
ompetent in French and Filipino (Tagalog).

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Thorough knowledge of material and energy balances in the overall design
of chemical products, systems, and processes
- Sharp in reading and formulating blueprints such as Process Flow Diagram
s (PFDs) and Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) as well as calculating
equipment capacities and costs
- Skilled in the application of engineering and science contributing to de
sign principles and optimization techniques especially in the area of heat integ
ration
- Adept at analyzing data and statistics using Design of Experiments (DOE)
to improve effectiveness and success in experimental projects

Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio)
- Technical Computing Software (MATLAB, MathCad)
- Process Simulation Software (Aspen HYSYS)

EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (MAY 2009)
GPA: 3.14 / 4.00 ~ Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Relevant Coursework:
- Material & Energy Balances
- Fluid Flow & Heat Transfer
- Kinetics & Reactor Design
- Mass Transfer & Separation Processes
- Thermodynamics
- Product & Process Design
- Process Dynamics & Simulation
- Chemical Process Integration
- Statistics & Design of Experiments
- Chemical Process Industry Safety

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office, Wayne State University-Detroit,
MI
Administrative Assistant 2006-2009
- Accurately processed and input critical data regarding full time / part-
time faculty contracts and other contractual assignments
- Reviewed information of employees’ contract and searched for details pertine
nt to salary, teaching assignments and employee category to define the state of
the employees’ position
- Efficiently performed general administrative tasks in support of univers
ity’s daily operations
- Ensured error-free data entry to reduce discrepancies and streamline acc
ounting functions
- Led and maintained coordination in daily mail activity to numerous campu
s locations with accuracy and expediency
Department of Nutrition and Food Science, Wayne State University-Detroit, MI
Student Assistant 2003-2006
- Participated in increasing the number of enrollees by serving as informa
tion resource to students
- Promptly attended to inquiries and telephone calls demonstrating knowled
ge and skills in customer service
- Assumed management roles in the absence of supervisor; entrusted with ke
ys and security codes to open / close the office
Summit Personnel Services-Ontario, Canada
General Laborer 2000-2002
- Consistently complied with safety regulations and policies in the dissec
tion of crankshafts to ensure that the production was producing parts within spe
cifications
- Performed quality control checks on welds done by robots and humans, and
confirmed adherence to proper welding procedures
- Surpassed expectations and entrusted to inspect proper placements of foa
m stickers on metal parts to which there was a high degree of error
- Conducted (MPI) Magnetic Particle Inspection, critical in ensuring the q
uality of hanging brackets used to hang engines on assembly lines
Bolzano Tool and Die-Old Castle, Ontario, Canada
Toolmaker Apprentice 1996-2000
- Consistently adhered to safety control procedures and remained efficient
in operating a multitude of equipment and machinery (e.g., horizontal and verti
cal mills, table grinder, band saw, drill press, lathe, Bridgeport, and power to
ols) to prepare and shape blocks of steel
- Excelled in interpreting detailed blueprints and complementary assembly
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, Canada)