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Cade E Ammann

Chemical Engineer & Process Optimization Specialist

Scotts Valley, CA

ABOUT ME

I'm a chemical engineer with a proven track record of managing, designing and optimizing complex processes. Natural leader in the development of novel fuel processes. I combine first-principles analysis and mathematical rigor with practical problem-solving, leveraging tools like HYSYS, MATLAB, and process simulation software. Skilled at bridging engineering and data systems, having coordinated implementation of a major process controls overhaul.

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Simulation of a Large Scale Ethylene Plant

Assisted management of a 30-engineer project to simulate an 800,000 tonne/yr ethylene plant Conducted virtual plant surveys, analyzing and planning based on geography and resource proximity Performed financial analysis of the entire project, the...

Project planningEconomic analysisProcess optimizationCross-functional coordinationHeat exchanger network design

Catalytic Pyrolysis Study

Assembled a reactor for and successfully converted plastics into fuel oil (such as diesel, gasoline) through anaerobic thermal decomposition Collaborated with a small team on material selection, sourcing and assembly of lab-scale plastic pyrolysis...

FabricationChemical Reactor DesignResearch and Development