Hi, my name is

Tammam Abo-Nabout.

I design industrial processes.

I'm a Chemical Engineer with expertise in process design, optimization, and simulation. My experience spans unit operations, heat transfer, separation systems, and reactor design from industrial-scale ammonia synthesis to cutting-edge climate technologies. I excel at solving complex engineering challenges through data-driven analysis and innovative process solutions.

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01.

About Me

Hello! I'm Tammam (Tam), a Chemical Engineering graduate from UC San Diego with expertise in process design, simulation, and optimization. My engineering foundation encompasses heat transfer, mass transport, reaction engineering, and separation processes - core competencies essential for chemical engineering roles across petrochemical, pharmaceutical, environmental, and specialty chemical industries.

Through comprehensive capstone projects including ammonia synthesis plant design and direct air capture systems, I've developed proficiency in process simulation, equipment sizing, and economic analysis. Using industry-standard tools like Aspen Plus and HYSYS, I've successfully tackled complex process integration challenges, achieving significant efficiency improvements through advanced heat integration and systematic optimization approaches.

My technical expertise spans:

  • Process Simulation (Aspen Plus, HYSYS)
  • Data Analysis & Programming (Python, MATLAB, Excel)
  • Heat Exchanger Network Design
  • Reactor Design & Kinetic Modeling
  • Separation Process Design
  • Economic Analysis & Optimization
  • Process Safety & Risk Assessment
  • Technical Documentation & P&IDs
Tammam Abo-Nabout
02.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering @ UC San Diego

Sep 2023 - Jun 2025

  • Comprehensive coursework in process design, unit operations, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering with emphasis on industrial-scale chemical processes
  • Completed year-long ammonia synthesis capstone project achieving 943.2 kmol/h NH₃ production with 48.9% efficiency improvement through advanced heat integration
  • Developed expertise in process simulation using Aspen Plus and HYSYS for complex chemical process design and optimization
  • Designed direct air capture system capable of removing 1 million metric tons CO₂ annually using advanced sorbent technology and multi-stage processing
  • Applied heat and mass transfer principles in equipment design including heat exchangers, distillation columns, and reactor systems
  • Gained proficiency in economic analysis, capital cost estimation, and process optimization for commercial viability assessment

Associate of Science - Chemistry @ San Diego Miramar College

Sep 2020 - Jun 2023

  • Completed comprehensive chemistry coursework including organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry providing strong foundation for chemical engineering principles
  • Gained extensive laboratory experience with advanced analytical instrumentation including FTIR, NMR spectroscopy, and electrochemical analysis techniques
  • Developed expertise in chemical synthesis, characterization, and analysis through hands-on research experience with organometallic compounds
  • Co-authored research on iridium(III) complexes presented at American Chemical Society Spring 2025 Convention, demonstrating technical communication skills
  • Built strong foundation in thermodynamics, kinetics, and chemical principles essential for process engineering applications
  • Achieved academic excellence while developing critical thinking and quantitative analysis skills transferable to industrial process design
03.

Where I've Worked

Research Assistant & Co-Author @ San Diego Miramar College

June 2023 - September 2023

  • Co-authored research on organometallic iridium(III) complexes presented at the American Chemical Society Spring 2025 Convention (Poster Board #499).
  • Synthesized and characterized multiple iridium(III) cyclometallated complexes using methylated 2-phenylpyridine ligands, achieving yields ranging from 30% to 60% through reaction optimization
  • Operated advanced analytical instrumentation including Thermo Scientific Nicolet FTIR-iS5 Spectrometer and ANASAZI EFT 90 MHz NMR Spectrometer for structural confirmation
  • Employed sophisticated spectroscopic techniques including 1H and 13C NMR, COSY, and HETCOR NMR for detailed resonance assignments and structural analysis
  • Conducted electrochemical analysis using cyclic voltammetry to assess redox properties and performed X-ray crystallographic analysis for high-resolution structural determination
  • Utilized MNova software for comprehensive data processing and analysis of complex organometallic compounds
Miramar Research

Presenting our organometallic iridium(III) complex research at ACS Spring 2025, San Diego Convention Center. Proud to be part of this collaborative team that successfully synthesized and characterized multiple metal complexes using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, FTIR, and X-ray crystallography

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General Merchandise Expert @ Target

August 2024 - June 2025

  • Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills through inventory management, loss prevention, and process optimization initiatives
  • Applied mathematical skills for accurate transaction processing, inventory counting, and operational efficiency improvements
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams including fulfillment, cashier operations, and management to achieve operational targets
  • Maintained detailed documentation and protocols while ensuring compliance with safety and security procedures
04.

Things I've Done

Direct Air Capture Plant Design

Senior capstone project designing a scalable DAC system capable of removing 1 million metric tons of CO₂ annually from the atmosphere. Complete process engineering with economic analysis achieving $39,770 capital savings through optimization.

  • Climate Technology
  • Process Design
  • Aspen Plus
  • Economic Analysis

Ammonia Synthesis Plant Design

Comprehensive four-quarter capstone project designing a complete ammonia synthesis plant using the Haber-Bosch process. Achieved 943.2 kmol/h NH₃ production with 48.9% efficiency improvement through advanced heat integration.

  • Haber-Bosch Process
  • Reactor Design
  • Process Integration
  • Economic Analysis

Plate Heat Exchanger Performance

Analyzed thermal performance of 7-plate stainless steel heat exchanger by determining empirical Nusselt correlation coefficients. Developed predictive models with R² > 0.98 correlation for design optimization.

  • Heat Transfer
  • Nusselt Correlations
  • Regression Analysis
  • Equipment Design

Reverse Osmosis Membrane Analysis

Investigated effects of operating pressure on water and salt transport in RO configurations. Achieved 68% water recovery with comprehensive selectivity analysis for desalination optimization.

  • Membrane Technology
  • Desalination
  • Transport Phenomena
  • Process Optimization

Liposome Nanoparticle Optimization

Optimized liposome nanoparticle fabrication using extrusion method. Achieved minimum particle size of 109.8 nm with 51% reduction and polydispersity index of 0.082 for pharmaceutical applications.

  • Nanoparticles
  • Drug Delivery
  • Process Optimization
  • Material Science

Photocatalytic Degradation Study

Investigated photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue using TiO₂ catalyst and UV light. Applied pseudo-first-order kinetics with maximum rate constant of 0.0797 s⁻¹ achieved through H₂O₂ optimization.

  • Photocatalysis
  • Water Treatment
  • Reaction Kinetics
  • Environmental Engineering

Cooling Tower Performance Analysis

Analyzed counterflow cooling tower performance using Merkel's equation. Validated exponential decay relationship between NTU and L/G ratio with maximum temperature drop of 13.4°C achieved at optimal conditions.

  • Heat Transfer
  • Mass Transfer
  • Cooling Systems
  • Process Analysis

PEM Fuel Cell Performance Analysis

Comprehensive experimental analysis of proton exchange membrane fuel cell systems. Achieved 35% performance improvement with double membrane configuration yielding 75.1 mW peak power and 95% conversion efficiency.

  • Fuel Cells
  • Clean Energy
  • Electrochemistry
  • System Optimization

Solar Thermal Collector Analysis

Characterized thermal performance of ThermoRay TRB-26 flat-plate solar collector through steady-state efficiency testing. Achieved thermal time constant of 2.13 minutes with comprehensive dynamic response analysis.

  • Solar Thermal
  • Heat Transfer
  • DLS Analysis
  • Performance Testing

05. What's Next?

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I'm actively seeking Chemical Engineer positions nationwide, with particular interest in process engineering, manufacturing, environmental technology, and specialty chemicals. My background in process design, simulation, optimization, and research makes me well-suited for roles involving process development, scale-up, and continuous improvement. I'm excited to contribute to innovative engineering solutions and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my skills can benefit your team.

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