Julian Shanthiratnam
Loughton,Essex
Summary
Chemical Engineering graduate with expertise in process optimization and safety analysis. Experienced in delivering technical results in high-pressure settings, with a strong background in sustainable engineering and project management. Proficient in Python, MATLAB, and AutoCAD, with a focus on innovative solutions for large-scale operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Customer Service Champion
Shell
Baldock, Hertfordshire
08.2020 - 08.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service, contributing to increased client satisfaction.
- Implemented operational improvements, enhancing efficiency and service standards.
- Managed stock and logistics effectively, utilising Excel and POS systems.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly while maintaining organisation under pressure.
Student Engagement Associate
UoN Student Services Centre - Curriculum Nottingham
Nottingham
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Spearheaded collaboration meetings across multiple course departments to improve inter-departmental communication.
- Managed various tasks concurrently to maximise overall productivity.
- Handled administrative duties, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.
- Recorded precise minutes during board meetings for future reference.
Education
MEng (Hons) - Chemical Engineering
University of Nottingham
09.2020 - 07.2025
Chigwell School
Chigwell, EssexSkills
- Software and programming: Python, MATLAB, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel
- Process engineering: Process design, PFD and P&ID development, Process control and optimisation
- Risk management: Safety analysis, Risk assessment
- Technical skills: Data analysis, Numerical modelling, Unit operations, Data management
- Professional skills: Communication, Organisation, Team collaboration
Certification
- Microsoft – Work Smarter with Excel: Data management, formulas, visualisation, productivity optimisation.
- Microsoft – Foundations of Full-Stack Coding: C#, web development fundamentals, data structures, Git version control.
Selected Projects
Merichem Process Design Study: Sep 2023- May 2024 , Led a full-scope design project, performing process safety analysis, heat transfer, and pump power calculations to select validated system equipment., Authored detailed PFDs and P&IDs using AutoCAD, ensuring full feasibility and adherence to demanding design criteria.
MOF-Based CO₂ Adsorption for BECCS Sep 2024- May 2025, Conducted research and laboratory design focused on optimising CO2 adsorption using MOFs (UTSA-16, etc.) for industrial implementation., Designed a novel layered-bed experimentation system to evaluate adsorption performance and scalability in the sustainable energy sector.
Timeline
Student Engagement Associate
UoN Student Services Centre - Curriculum Nottingham
06.2024 - 07.2024
MEng (Hons) - Chemical Engineering
University of Nottingham
09.2020 - 07.2025
Customer Service Champion
Shell
08.2020 - 08.2025
Chigwell School