David Ong
London,Wandsworth
Summary
Adaptable and driven Chemical Engineering graduate with a solid foundation in process engineering, data analytics, and structured problem-solving. Proven ability to thrive in collaborative team settings and contribute to innovative, results-oriented solutions through analytical thinking and technical insight.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Process Engineering Intern
ExxonMobil
Kuala Lumpur
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Built a real-time reactor riser growth monitoring tool, increasing project efficiency by 20% and reducing downtime through proactive risk mitigation
- Led CPL data migration into company database using Power BI and Excel, improving data accuracy by 30% and aligning workflows with 2024 operational targets.
- Conducted economic analysis of heat exchangers using JMP Pro, reducing costs by 10% across alkylation sites and supporting data-driven ROI optimization.
Process Engineering Intern
ExxonMobil
Kuala Lumpur
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Optimized cooling water tower performance using AFT Fathom, cutting commissioning time by 2 days and boosting efficiency by 12%.
- Built a demineralization tool, improving troubleshooting by 65% and mitigating $500K in potential losses.
- Developed compliance scorecards that reduced error rates by 30% and enabled data-driven improvements across sites.
Engineering Intern
Jaguar Land Rover
Warwick
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Led engineering collaboration to design next-generation prototype models—improving energy efficiency by 15% and cutting projected emissions by 8% for upcoming production units.
- Delivered dynamic prototype presentations that earned faculty commendation and sparked further research discussions.
Education
A-Levels -
Oxford International College
09.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Engineering - Chemical
Imperial College London
10.2021 - 06.2025
High School Diploma - IGCSEs
Alice Smith School
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 09.2017 - 06.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Simulink, JMP Pro, Power BI, AFT Fathom, P&IDs, Python, Aspen, Accounting, GAMS, Consulting, Machine Learning
- Problem Solving, Adaptability, Initiative Taking, Innovative, Quality Assurance, Resiliency, Data Analysis
Languages
English
Native
Malay
Intermediate
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Affiliations
- Sports, Financial Markets, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Renewables and Sustainability
Accomplishments
- Swimming: Top-ranked nationwide from ages 8 to 14. Led the school team as Men’s captain to multiple victories across inter-school in SEA competitions.
- Student Council Member: Spearheaded the integration of a student well‑being system into the KS4 curriculum—leading cross-functional teams to boost student satisfaction by 20% and embed mental health initiatives.
Timeline
Process Engineering Intern
ExxonMobil
07.2024 - 09.2024
Process Engineering Intern
ExxonMobil
08.2023 - 10.2023
Master of Engineering - Chemical
Imperial College London
10.2021 - 06.2025
Engineering Intern
Jaguar Land Rover
02.2020 - 03.2020
A-Levels -
Oxford International College
09.2019 - 06.2021
High School Diploma - IGCSEs
Alice Smith School
09.2017 - 06.2019
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