Staff Engineer and EIT pursuing a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering & Science at Johns Hopkins University while working full-time. Passionate about climate change, sustainability, and building resilient environmental infrastructure.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Staff Engineer
Tighe & Bond
Worcester
2024.06 - Current
Supported the design and implementation of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across New England with a focus in PFAS treatment.
Conducted field evaluations and site assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Executed rate studies and asset management evaluations to optimize infrastructure performance.
Performed construction administration, including submittal reviews and contractor coordination.
Student Research Specialist
VEMI Lab
Orono
2023.03 - 2024.05
Conducted research in human-computer interaction (HCI) and inclusive technology.
Supported prototyping and human-subjects research processes, including data collection and analysis.
Research & Development Co-Op
Smurfit WestRock
Richmond
2022.08 - 2023.12
Facilitated market research identifying emerging trends in sustainable materials.
Designed and executed experiments to evaluate fiber properties for product development.
Presented key insights and recommendations from research findings to senior management.
Research Assistant
Advanced Structures & Composites Center
Orono
2022.05 - 2022.08
Processed specimens, executed materials processing, soldering, instrumentation, and data analysis to advance engineering research.
Research & Development Intern
Sappi Technology Center
Westbrook
2021.05 - 2021.08
Conducted lab research on environmentally friendly pulp bleaching methods.
Executed laboratory procedures for material characterization and quality control assessments.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Engineering & Science
John's Hopkins University
Remote
2028-05
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, Environmental Engineering
University of Maine
Orono, ME
01.2024
High School Diploma -
Bonny Eagle High School
Standish, ME
2020-05
Skills
Microsoft Word and Excel
AutoCAD - Civil 3D
Field documentation
Technical writing
Research methodologies
Communication skills
Problem-solving strategies
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Professional Organizations
New England Section of American Water Works Association
New England Water Environment Association
University of Maine’s Francis Crowe Society
Certification
Engineer Intern (EIT) - No. E18315
Research Highlights
Milne, H. (2025). Conical vs. Double Disk Refining Technology Evaluations and the Effects on Energy Consumption and Physical Paper Properties of High‑Yield Southern Softwood. TAPPICon 2025, Minneapolis, MN.
Fink, P. & Milne, H., et al (2024). Accessible Maps for the Future of Inclusive Ridesharing. Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications. https://doi.org/10.1145/3640792.3675736
Timeline
Staff Engineer
Tighe & Bond
2024.06 - Current
Student Research Specialist
VEMI Lab
2023.03 - 2024.05
Research & Development Co-Op
Smurfit WestRock
2022.08 - 2023.12
Research Assistant
Advanced Structures & Composites Center
2022.05 - 2022.08
Research & Development Intern
Sappi Technology Center
2021.05 - 2021.08
Master of Science - Environmental Engineering & Science
John's Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, Environmental Engineering