Hello! I'm Gabriele
I thank you for visiting my webpage and taking the time to learn a little bit about myself, and the curiosity that feeds my passions in life. I have graduated from the Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Alberta and aspire to apply the skills learned in the classroom to make a positive difference in today's projects. I am a highly motivated, entrepreneurial engineer ready to pave the way to pioneering Nuclear Energy within this world.
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Gabriele Romano
Mechanical Engineering Professional
403-970-4844
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Date of Birth:
October 27th, 2003
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About Me
When my parents, peers, and coaches describe me, a common theme is my infectious personality. They also describe me as hard-working, kind, inclusive, and compassionate. I believe these words describe me best. My work ethic allows me to consistently achieve the high standards I set for myself. I value the quote: “Treat others the way you want to be treated,” because it illustrates the compassion I feel towards others. Typically, I am quite extroverted, and my friends would say that about me. However, I have a very gentle and reflective side that only my family and closest friends know about. This “quieter side” allows me to be steady and grounded, allowing me to reflect on myself and the world around me.
The most meaningful thing in my life is the sport of gymnastics. It was a huge part of my life as it shaped me into who I am today. I trained consistently for 20 hours/week, and found much pride and struggle in the sport. At times, gymnastics can be very stressful, frustrating, and painful. However, it is this very stress, frustration, and pain that drives me. I have a very competitive nature. As a gymnast, I won 3 provincial titles, competed internationally, and was nationally ranked amongst some of the best gymnasts in the country. I am driven to succeed because it allows me to continuously set bigger goals. The mental and physical challenges that gymnastics demands of me are things that define me as a person and are integral to my daily life.
As I transitioned into Engineering, I found great joy in the challenge of mentally and physically strenuous activities. Being able to excel in complex and difficult situations now comes naturally to me. Engineering continues to drive my complex nature and contribute to my endeavors to solve the world's biggest problems, inspire others, and learn from the best. As I look forward into the professional setting, I am working in the Nuclear Energy sphere, leading the nuclear renaissance to provide clean, reliable, and safe energy. Beyond this, entrepreneurship excites me. I am currently working on projects that help other engineering students navigate through the co-op program to land internships and apply their employable skills.
Education
2021-2026
BSc. in Mechanical Engineering
University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
2018-2021
Alberta High-School Diploma
Rundle College, Calgary, AB
At the University of Alberta, I completed my Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Mechanical Engineering ((With Distinction), accompanied by a certificate in Innovation & Entrepreneurship. I have developed the qualities to become a driven and grounded engineer when tackling the world's modern-day projects. With a concentration in mechanical systems, I can provide comprehensive knowledge of engineering concepts. I strive to become a curious, innovative, and complete engineer who is willing to learn and mature into a well-diversified employee.
At Rundle College where I completed my High-School diploma, I was taught the foundations for my academic career. The school created an environment that allowed me to challenge myself as I graduated with honors. The biggest takeaway from Rundle that was implemented into my life is its core values: Be Kind, Be Curious, and Be Well.
EXPERIENCE
June 2026 - Present
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Nucleon Energy
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Contributing to Nucelon Energy's early-stage engineering team. Support through process design, modelling, research, document preparation, and project execution related to Nucleon’s fuel conversion facility and small modular reactor development initiatives.
May 2025-Aug 2025
Process Engineering Student - Bitumen Production
Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)
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Engineered and deployed a site-wide Pump Performance Analysis Tool using Excel + VBA, enabling real-time operation with PI DataLink integrations supporting optimization of over 100 pumps toward Best Efficiency Point (BEP) operation across multiple production units.
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Led performance testing on the Froth Tank In-Series Pilot Project, scaling from static to dynamic trials and demonstrating a 20% increase in Froth Quality, with projected bitumen recovery gains of 2% and a potential $19.2M/year in added value using existing infrastructure.
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Executed cross-functional optimization initiatives by developing Daily Production Reports covering OPP, Extraction, Froth Treatment, and Tailings; complemented by targeted field walkdowns to enhance operational accuracy, ensure safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement.
Sept 2023-Apr 2024
EPCOR Utilities
Project Management Engineering Student
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Managed 7 top-level drainage and wastewater projects, including North American Society for Trenchless Technology’s (NASSTT) Project of the Year winning rehabilitation project, ensuring all project deliverables were met on time, within scope, and on par with the budget.
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Coordinated contractor change orders, monthly invoices and accrual spending by managing project bookkeeping and financial documentation to ensure accurate reporting for annual reviews and future forecasts in Power BI.
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Authored a technical memorandum in response to an emergency subsidence project (Valued at $2,000,000), conveying project background, risks, engineering data, responsive measures taken by EPCOR, and future capital project proposals.
Sept 2023-Apr 2024
Mechanical Engineering Student - Major Projects
Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)
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Spearheaded key initiatives on the NRUTT project that targets a notable incremental production of 6,300 bbl/d of Synthetic Crude Oil (SCO) by Q3/27, while achieving a 6% reduction in Horizon's Scope 1 emissions, contributing to lower reclamation costs over the project's lifespan.
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Appointed as Overhead Cranes package engineer by crafting comprehensive datasheets and a Material Requisition document outlining scope, standards, and technical requirements to facilitate effective communication with vendors to issue for quoting and pursue a Purchase Order.
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Conducted thorough technical bid evaluations, assessing equipment for quality, compliance, operating cost, and performance to align with CNRL standards.
PROJECTS
Wax Thermostatic Coolant Valve
As the project lead, our team designed a fully mechanical thermostatic valve that regulates coolant flow based entirely on temperature for our client, Edison Motors. Approved by client constraints, our team achieved a solution that was able to withstand an operating pressure of 60+ psi, a pressure drop of only 3.3 psi, fail-safe mechanisms, and a final price of $65, well under the budget of $100. The success of the team propelled us to a 2nd place finish within the design competition.
Electric Motor Transmission Design Project
As the project manager for my project, I organized the team by scheduling meetings, recording minutes, and communicating with stakeholders. I led a team of five in designing a planetary gear system transmission for an electric school bus, focusing on achieving a 4:1 gear ratio. In addition to acting as the project manager, I performed a detailed motor analysis. Our iterative calculations showed the vehicle could reach 140 km/h on a 3-degree incline with 15 km/h headwinds. We rigorously adhered to AGMA standards, ensuring a safety factor of 3.0 across all critical components, including the shafts, gears, bearings, and housing. To cap off the project, I presented the final design to the class and professors at the University of Alberta, ensuring clear communication of our design objectives and technical rigor for logical and fun solution for a school bus transmission system.
Electric Motor Car Group Project
For this project, I cooperated with a team of 6 to design and build a mechanical, electrically driven car aimed to accomplish the task of safely securing, transporting, and depositing eggs through mechanical mechanisms. Together the team designed drawings and assembled SolidWorks parts to create a functioning car. We manufactured the parts through laser cutting, and hand pneumatic machinery. Unfortunately, we did not complete the task as we underestimated the slope of the ramp and failed to find the correct balance between torque, and friction with the wheels on the ground. Nonetheless, I learned so much through experience, as it taught me how to work as a group, and deal with other people, it introduced me to new ways of thinking, and hands-on experience I have never been given.
SKILLS
Certified SolidWorks Associate (CWSA) Mechanical Design
Microsoft Office - Proficent
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
MATLAB - Basic
AutoCAD 2024 - Essential Training
Italian - A2 (Pre-Intermediate)
SHOLARSHIPS & VOLUNTEER
The Ledcor Undergraduate Scholarships in Construction Engineering and Management, 2024
ATCO Centennial Award, 2023
The George Grover Leadership Scholorship, 2022
BL Montgomery Scholarship in Engineering, 2021
Engineering Student Society Club - Finannce Coordinator
Festa Italiana Cultural Festival Planning Committee, 2023-2024