Patrick Tessier

Patrick Tessier, Ph.D. Eng. has an extensive work experience in various industries. Patrick started their career as an Assistant Professor at The University of British Columbia, where they taught Chemical Engineering and Process Control courses and received recognition for their teaching skills. During this time, they also obtained two US patents in process control.

Patrick then worked as a Senior Engineer at ISAC Technologies Inc., providing technical solutions to oil and gas, and pulp and paper companies. Patrick developed and implemented control strategies for industrial processes, resulting in substantial cost savings.

Following this, they joined International Paper as a Senior Coordinator, where they played a key role in multimillion-dollar projects and led international teams. Patrick was responsible for the development, validation, and verification of new products and process improvements.

Tessier later joined Kern International as the Vice-President of Process and Quality Control. In this role, they collaborated with top management to define goals and financial targets. Patrick oversaw the development of process improvement tools and strategic initiatives, such as ISO standards and Lean Manufacturing, to support the company's strategic plan.

Their most recent position was as the Chief Process Officer at Kern International. Here, they had the responsibility of overseeing business process activities and defining rules, policies, and guidelines to ensure the company's objectives aligned with the overall strategy. Patrick developed process models and identified areas for improvement, making specific recommendations to increase efficiency.

Overall, Patrick Tessier's work experience showcases their expertise in process control, project management, and leading multicultural teams, making him a valuable asset in various industries.

Patrick Tessier, Ph.D. Eng., graduated with a B.A.Sc. in Engineering from Grenoble INP - UGA in 1981. Patrick then went on to complete a Doct. Eng. in Engineering from Université Joseph Fourier (Grenoble I) between 1981 and 1983. Afterwards, they pursued an M.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke, which they completed between 1983 and 1985. Finally, they obtained their Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke in 1989.