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Yingjie Gao

Adelaide,Australia

Summary

Accomplished Wastewater Treatment Commissioning Technician with Gansu Xintianyi Environmental Engineering Co., Ltd., excelling in data analysis and technical communication. Enhanced effluent quality to national standards using advanced analytical instruments. Proven track record in environmental testing and process optimization, contributing to over 100 enterprise projects with Youlian Testing Technology Services.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wastewater Treatment Commissioning Technician

Gansu Xintianyi Environmental Engineering Co., Ltd.
Gansu
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Company Overview: A regional environmental engineering firm specializing in industrial wastewater treatment system design, commissioning, and maintenance services in Gansu, China.
  • Conducted water quality sampling and analysis for MLSS/MLVSS, SVI, SS, COD, TP, and more.
  • Adjusted operational parameters such as sludge discharge, reflux ratio, and aeration intensity.
  • Performed routine inspections and troubleshooting of biological and sedimentation tanks.
  • Assisted in preparing historical data backups to support process optimization.
  • Participated in technical discussions on seasonal treatment enhancements.
  • Contributed to stable effluent quality meeting national standards.
  • Gained hands-on experience in biological wastewater treatment systems and plant operations.

Quality Control Assistant

Youlian Testing Technology Services
Jiangsu Province
09.2017 - 12.2017
  • Company Overview: A professional third-party environmental and occupational health testing organization serving clients in chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and electronics industries.
  • Assisted in data verification and report preparation for environmental and occupational monitoring.
  • Supported field sampling and testing of water, air, noise, and lighting parameters.
  • Ensured traceability and compliance with EHS and QA/QC standards.
  • Collaborated on site diagnostics and technical suggestions for clients.
  • Participated in over 100 enterprise testing projects.
  • Contributed to timely report delivery and client regulatory compliance.
  • Strengthened skills in data management and EHS technical communication.

Education

PhD - Chemical Engineering

The University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA, Australia
05-2026

Postgraduate Study - Environmental Engineering

Kyoto University
Kyoto, Japan
03-2022

M.Eng. - Environmental Engineering

Lanzhou University
Lanzhou, China
06-2021

B.Eng. - Environmental Engineering

Dalian Maritime University
Dalian, China
06-2017

Skills

  • Analytical Instruments – HPLC, FTIR, Raman, TEM
  • Data Analysis – Origin, GraphPad, Excel
  • Scientific Visualization – ChemDraw, MarvinSketch
  • Environmental Testing – COD, SS, TP, SVI, MLSS/MLVSS
  • Technical Writing – Research papers, safety reports, and monitoring summaries

Certification

  • Training – CFA Institute – Sustainable Investing Certificate
  • Credential covering ESG fundamentals, integration, and stewardship principles. [2025], BCG Climate & Sustainability Virtual Job Simulation (Forage)
  • Completed modules on benchmarking, cost-benefit analysis, and sustainability strategy. [2024], Climate Change and International Legal Regime – Certificate of Completion
  • Completed online course on international climate policy and legal frameworks. [2024], Chemical Safety Management Training – The University of Adelaide
  • Training on chemical risk control, PPE use, SDS interpretation, and safe handling in labs. [2022], First Aid Training – SET Faculty, University of Adelaide
  • Emergency response, CPR, and incident handling procedures in academic/work environments. [2022], ECMS Hazard Management Induction – The University of Adelaide
  • Focused on hazard identification, risk assessment, and control procedures for lab safety. [2022]

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Hobbies and Interests

Sustainable engineering and green innovation, Scientific communication and environmental education, Drone photography and field observation using DSLR and UAVs, Nature exploration through hiking and cycling, Cross-cultural collaboration and international research exchange

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Published papers in Q1 international journals including ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, ACS Catalysis, Journal of Energy Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering Journal, focusing on electrocatalysis and environmental chemistry.
  • Awarded a fully funded scholarship to pursue a PhD at the University of Adelaide in Chemical Engineering, focusing on sustainable electrocatalysis and green chemical production.
  • Received multiple honors including Excellent Master Graduate, Excellent Thesis Award, and Aerospace MacroMap Scholarship during postgraduate study at Lanzhou University.
  • Participated in a provincial-level water resource project that received the Gansu Science and Technology Progress Award for contributions to regional ecological assessment modeling.
  • Earned multiple innovation awards for national and institutional-level research projects, including second prizes for student research on VOCs capture in marine vessels and toxicological studies.,

Timeline

Wastewater Treatment Commissioning Technician

Gansu Xintianyi Environmental Engineering Co., Ltd.
03.2018 - 09.2018

Quality Control Assistant

Youlian Testing Technology Services
09.2017 - 12.2017

PhD - Chemical Engineering

The University of Adelaide

Postgraduate Study - Environmental Engineering

Kyoto University

M.Eng. - Environmental Engineering

Lanzhou University

B.Eng. - Environmental Engineering

Dalian Maritime University
Yingjie Gao