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Ashley Tann

Summary

Inquisitive and analytical B. Eng Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering student with a thirst for learning. Thrives on strategic thinking, planning, and possesses an eagerness towards continuous improvement. Keen to pursue an engineering career - with a focus on technical operations.

Overview

Work History

Utilities & Facilities Engineer (Intern)

MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) International GmbH
2024.01 - 2024.05
  • Maintenance of Non-GMP unit operations. (HVAC, Steam Heating, Air Compression, Cold Room Refrigeration)
  • Identified and resolved steam and refrigerant leak issues.
  • Reduced maintenance costs and company's carbon footprint, by establishing operation task lists and preventive maintenance plans for all systems containing refrigerants.
  • Established and scheduled compressor oil analyses maintenance plans as part of further refrigerant leak prevention.
  • Reduced maintenance costs of all related Pressure Relief Valves by reviewing and optimising preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Generated comprehensive report on temperature and humidity trending over last FY, detailing deviations from Engineering Standards with recommendations.
  • Coordinated with contractors effectively, ensuring minimal disruptions to daily operations while ensuring safety measures were adhered.
  • Created and designed dynamic dashboard to illustrate energy consumption of plant's non-GMP equipment for analysis.
  • Facilitated decommissioning of liquid nitrogen system by removal of maintenance plans and updating P&IDs.
  • Supported energy-saving initiatives for chillers through data compilation and calculations.
  • Extracted and produced monthly temperature data for cold rooms.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering

Nanyang Technological University
Singapore
07.2025

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Aspen Plus
  • Aspen HYSYS
  • Python
  • Analytical Skills
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Professionalism
  • Organizational Skills
  • Strategic Planning

Co curricular activities

1. CCEB Analytics and Data Science (ANATA) | Chief of Publicity

  • Coached and instructed 60 pre-university students in coding workshop of MATLAB and TinkerCAD
  • Promoted NTU's Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering course by presenting to 60 pre-university students.
  • Spearheaded committee recruitment drives and promoted club-organised events.
  • Assisted in organising Python/R/SQL workshops through promotion via social media and messaging platforms.


2. Hall 11 Night Cycling | Chief of Publicity

  • Co-authored event budget plan with committee and hall council
  • Liaised with Student Activities Office regarding funds allocation and claims
  • Designed event merchandise, together with overseeing their budget and distribution
  • Outlined and launched subcommittee recruitment drive prior to event; 19 members successfully recruited
  • Delegated roles to promote event via social media and canvasing; 45 participants successfully signed up during school holidays
  • Supported logistics with bicycle transportation


Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)

Hobbies

Kayaking

  • Awarded 1-star & 2-star proficiency certification from Singapore Canoe Federation.

Timeline

Utilities & Facilities Engineer (Intern)

MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) International GmbH
2024.01 - 2024.05

Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering

Nanyang Technological University
Ashley Tann