Pilar Cotero
Querétaro City
Summary
Chemical Engineer with experience in process simulation, safety compliance, and operational improvement. Skilled in Aspen Plus, data analysis, documentation control, and waste-reduction strategies. Demonstrated ability to support sustainable industrial practices through problem-solving and technical insight. Fluent in Spanish and English.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
EHS Intern
Koch Industries
El Marqués, Querétaro, Mexico
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted in analyzing operational processes to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
- I developed and implemented a comprehensive waste-optimization project designed to reduce monthly waste-management expenses. This initiative involved analyzing generation patterns, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing cost-effective improvements that contributed to both economic savings and more sustainable operational practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support project execution and enhance communication.
- Conducted research on industry best practices to inform strategic decision-making and process enhancements.
- Maintained accurate documentation and reporting for ongoing projects, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Organized and tracked DC-3 certifications and digital logs, collaborating closely with supervisors and their teams.
- Implemented safety talks for operators and area supervisors.
- Handled documentation to adhere to safety standards, and promoted a safety culture through mental models.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Universidad Anahuac Queretaro
El Marques, Queretaro, Mexico12-2025
Skills
- Process improvement
- Waste optimization
- Compliance documentation
- Data analysis
- Safety standards adherence
- Quick learner
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Language (Spanish, English and a little bit of French)
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
German
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
EHS Intern
Koch Industries
01.2024 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Universidad Anahuac Queretaro