SOPHIE DALTON
Birmingham,United Kingdom
Summary
Enthusiastic, aspiring chemical engineer seeking to apply a diverse skill set. Committed to sustainability and enhancing engineering practices through innovative solutions. Proven ability in collaboration and problem solving through tutoring and group projects. Highly motivated engineering student with a solid understanding of first year syllabus.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Freelance Tutoring
Self-employed
Chandlers Ford, United Kingdom
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided one-to-one tutoring in A-level physics.
- Tailoring sessions to individual student needs
- Developed resources to support learning.
- Demonstrating strong time management and professionalism in all interactions.
Engineering Work Experience
Bowyer Engineering
Andover, Hampshire
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Company overview - precision engineering company
- Gained experience in modelling using CAD software (SOLIDWORKS), creating technical drawings from measurements.
- Employed sustainability features to assess cost and environmental impact of modelled components.
- Observed complex technical drawing and 3D printing processes to enhance understanding.
- Discussed inspections and audits, gaining insight into quality assurance processes.
- Completed various administrative tasks to support daily operations.
Freelance musician
Various secondary schools
Chandlers Ford, United Kingdom
02.2022 - 07.2025
- Performed clarinet and saxophone in the pit band for musical theatre productions and concerts at two secondary schools.
- Collaborated with performers and musical directors to deliver live performances under pressure.
Voluntary chemistry tutor
Peter Symonds College
Winchester, Hampshire
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Selected by A-level chemistry teacher to support peers during weekly drop-in sessions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in subject knowledge - the sessions could be about any part of the syllabus covered and topics were chosen by the peers attending.
- Used good inter-personal skills to work with a variety of peers, communicating ideas effectively, often explaining the same content in different ways.
Company experience day
Bp Plc
Sunbury, ICBT
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Acquired insight into corporate culture through active participation in discussions.
- Engaged effectively with chemical engineers and attendees using interpersonal skills.
- Collaborated within a global energy company to foster professional relationships.
Litter-picking
Volunteer
Chandlers Ford, United Kingdom
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Weekly litter-picking in local area as part of the Duke of Edinburgh award
- I selected this service activity as it resonated with my ethos on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
- This gave me a greater awareness of my social responsibility and developed my resilience in completing an unpleasant task regularly.
Education
MEng - Chemical Engineering with Industrial Placement
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 09/2024 -
A-levels -
Peter Symonds College
Winchester 09/2022 - 07/2024
Skills
- Pro-II
- Python Programming
- Thermodynamic Principles
- Fluid Mechanics
- AutoCAD
- SOLIDWORKS
- Excel
- MATLAB
- Self-Awareness
- Resilience
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Achieved 78% average for first year
- Carole D Ingram Memorial Prize in Chemical Engineering, awarded to 1st Year female student who demonstrates excellent academic performance and positive impact for the school.
- PJ Garner Undergraduate Prize, awarded to the student with highest total marks for the Chemical Engineering subjects.
Timeline
Engineering Work Experience
Bowyer Engineering
08.2025 - 09.2025
Freelance Tutoring
Self-employed
07.2025 - 09.2025
Voluntary chemistry tutor
Peter Symonds College
09.2023 - 05.2024
Company experience day
Bp Plc
07.2023 - 07.2023
Freelance musician
Various secondary schools
02.2022 - 07.2025
Litter-picking
Volunteer
02.2021 - 08.2021
MEng - Chemical Engineering with Industrial Placement
University of Birmingham
09/2024 -
A-levels -
Peter Symonds College
09/2022 - 07/2024
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