1. Christopher Stout
castout@g.clemson.edu
(484) 459-2075
934 Cameo Court
Anderson, SC 29621
EDUCATION
Clemson University Clemson, SC
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering May 2015
Emphasis: Energy Studies GPA: 3.48/4.0
WORK EXPERIENCE
O’Neal Inc 2015-Present
Process Engineer I Greenville, SC
• Perform detailed safety relief device calculations including pressure relief valves,
conservation vents and rupture discs.
• Perform hydraulic pump calculations using a fluid flow simulator estimating line lengths and
fittings from P&IDs and 3D models.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs by working with the clients and interfacing interdepartmentally
to ensure P&ID accuracy.
• Maintain and manage both line and equipment lists.
• Develop equipment data sheets and specifications for various projects.
• Standardized the process department P&ID lead sheets.
BASF White Stone 2013-2014
Process Co-Op Engineer Spartanburg, SC
• Implemented process optimization through recipe changes, First Pass Quality, and NIR
implementation.
• Worked to limit the number of alarms through alarm rationalization.
• Used a historian database to troubleshoot various problems in the plant.
Project Co-Op Engineer
• Managed project activities, project cost and schedule.
• Developed project scopes and cost estimates, prepared appropriation funding requests, led
Safety Reviews, consulted with operations, vendors and contractors throughout projects.
• Interfaced with the manufacturing representative.
• Worked with the maintenance department to develop preventative maintenance documents.
Clemson University 2012
Undergraduate Research Assistant Clemson, SC
• Conducted research under Dr. Getman in the Chemical Engineering department
• Work included building a molecular dynamics program in MATLAB modeling the removal
of nitrates from natural water sources through the use of a gold alloy catalyst nanoparticle.
COMPUTER SKILLS
• AutoCAD, PipeFlo, Pro II Software simulation, MATLAB, Aspen Tech Process Explorer
Software, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel