Erick Bennett

Erick Bennett is an Adjunct Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Northwestern University, where he teaches Chem Eng 352 - Senior Design. He holds both a B.S. (2010) and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern. Currently, he serves as the manager of the Process Design and Development Team at UOP, a Honeywell subsidiary, where he leads technology development initiatives. His career spans roles at K-Patents, Inc., Honeywell UOP (Design Engineer and Technology Services), and Valdes Engineering, focusing on engineering design, troubleshooting, and R&D for natural gas and cryogenic systems.

• Education: M.S. & B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Northwestern University

His research and professional interests center on process optimization, adsorption systems, and engineering instrumentation, with practical experience in industrial-scale technologies. Erick is a licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois.

• Awards: Professional Engineer (State of Illinois)

He oversees a cross-functional team at UOP's Process Design and Development division, contributing to innovative solutions for energy and chemical processing industries.