Monica Dahl
About Monica Dahl
Monica Dahl is a Materials Lab Engineer at QuEST Global in Windsor Locks, CT, specializing in advanced laboratory techniques and aerospace material analysis.
Current Role at QuEST Global
Monica Dahl is currently employed as a Materials Lab Engineer at QuEST Global in Windsor Locks, CT. In her role, she focuses on identifying contaminants and foreign debris using advanced laboratory techniques such as Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS), and Fourier-transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). Her responsibilities include developing and executing test plans for analyzing materials purposed for future aerospace designs. Monica also writes comprehensive reports on analyses and tests for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Professional Experience at AdChem Manufacturing Technologies, Inc.
From 2014 to 2016, Monica Dahl worked as a Project Engineer at AdChem Manufacturing Technologies, Inc. During her tenure, she conducted failure analysis on parts made from various materials and assisted in creating response plans to address performance issues. She facilitated external testing and was involved in troubleshooting test processes with abnormal results, in adherence to industry-standard specifications.
Academic Roles at University of Connecticut
Monica Dahl has held several positions at the University of Connecticut. She served as a Graduate Assistant from 2013 to 2015 and as a Course Instructor in 2013. Within these roles, she was engaged in instructing and guiding students, further solidifying her background in Chemical Engineering. Her responsibilities also included performing complex laboratory testing and researching specifications and publications to develop laboratory methods for use by technicians and engineers.
Education Background in Chemical Engineering
Monica Dahl has a strong educational background in Chemical Engineering. She earned her Master of Science (M.S.) degree from the University of Connecticut, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. Before that, she completed her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree at Manhattan College, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. Her academic training laid a solid foundation for her advanced understanding and practical application of chemical engineering principles.
Early Career and Research Experience
Monica Dahl gained significant early career and research experience through various roles. In 2012, she worked as a Student Researcher at the Center for Biorenewable Chemicals (CBiRC) for two months, contributing to research initiatives. From 2011 to 2013, she was a Chemistry Stockroom Assistant at Manhattan College. These roles helped her develop a deeper understanding of chemical processes and laboratory management, which have been pivotal in her professional growth.