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Dan Weston

@danweston

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Eng.D. student specializing in numerical modeling and optimization.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster innovation and collaboration in engineering and research.

I am currently an Eng.D. student at Johnson Matthey, where I focus on experimental and numerical studies related to submersible bead mills. My research involves developing predictive models that optimize manufacturing processes, significantly enhancing product quality and efficiency. I have also contributed to a post-processing library that streamlines data processing for researchers, promoting a collaborative and open approach to scientific inquiry.

Previously, I interned at the University of Birmingham, where I created digital twins of laboratory equipment, enriching the student learning experience. My role as an Oral Solid Dose Technologist at GlaxoSmithKline allowed me to lead development trials for continuous tablet manufacturing, where I successfully implemented process improvements that reduced material waste while maintaining product quality. My diverse experiences have equipped me with a robust skill set in numerical and statistical modeling, as well as a strong foundation in chemical engineering.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Eng.D. Student

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Johnson Matthey

Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)

As an Eng.D. student, I developed predictive models for mill energy use and product size to optimize manufacturing. I created workflows for estimating multiphase mill model parameters using experimental data and contributed to a post-processing library for particle data.

Statistical Modelling Optimization Python

Chemical Engineering Summer Intern

University of Birmingham

Jul 2019 - Sep 2019 (2 months)

During my internship, I created digital twins of laboratory equipment for undergraduates and developed web apps to showcase physical phenomena, enhancing student engagement and outreach for the chemical engineering department.

Web Development Python Outreach

Oral Solid Dose Technologist

GlaxoSmithKline

Jul 2017 - Jun 2018 (11 months)

I led development trials for a continuous tablet manufacturing line, confirming mechanical modifications reduced tablet defects. I implemented process changes to minimize rejected material while maintaining quality attributes and coordinated complex batch executions.

Process Optimization Quality Control Regulatory Compliance