Andy Y. Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

London, England, United Kingdom

Stratford, London

Senior Mechanical Engineer in the engineering and technology team at Plastic Energy, the world leader in End-of-Life waste plastics conversion to liquid fuels, oil and cracker feedstocks patented technology (Thermal Anaerobic Conversion, TAC).• Leading development of all company mechanical specifications for piping, ducting, pressure vessels, valves, in-line items, insulation for modular/expandable 75kt + per annum plants, to a variety of codes/standards/directives including PED, ASME… Show more Senior Mechanical Engineer in the engineering and technology team at Plastic Energy, the world leader in End-of-Life waste plastics conversion to liquid fuels, oil and cracker feedstocks patented technology (Thermal Anaerobic Conversion, TAC).• Leading development of all company mechanical specifications for piping, ducting, pressure vessels, valves, in-line items, insulation for modular/expandable 75kt + per annum plants, to a variety of codes/standards/directives including PED, ASME, ISO, EN, BS, ASTM, MSS, API, DIN.• Mechanical design of high temperature reactors, EN-746 combustion systems and patented vessels, in conjunction with CFD, FEA analysis and code calculations.• Supervising detailed design, 3D modelling and mechanical deliverables (plastic pre-processing and TAC plant layouts, GAs, piping isometrics, lists, BOMs) for integration of PE plants into client sites.• Material selection and design for vessels/valves/piping/equipment for some highly fouling, abrasive and corrosive services including exotic stainless steels, hardened carbon steels and GRE.• Leading mechanical design, specifications and delivery for a variety of R&D projects on existing operational facilities for increased performance, safety, energy efficiency and reduced CAPEX/OPEX.• Experience with a variety of engineering software including AutoCAD Plant 3D (plant modelling), CaesarII/CAE pipe (piping stress analysis) and PV Elite (pressure vessels).• Procurement, bid analysis and negotiation for mechanical fabrication contracts and equipment supply.• Working closely with process, electrical, instrumentation, automation, commissioning engineering departments and operations for whollistic solutions and technology development.• Experience with on-going TAC plant condition assessment and research with major testing and analysis company partners for specification of Non-Destructive Testing for key mechanical equipment. Show less

Waterloo, London & Almeria, Spain

Mechanical and Commissioning engineer working as part of the engineering and technology team to commission and develop turnkey 6million kg/annum End-of-Life waste plastics to diesel conversion process plants.• Leading Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) for all plant modules and vendor equipment, ensuring compliance with company/industry mechanical specifications, design codes and drawings (P&IDs, GAs, piping isometrics etc)• Development and implementation of… Show more Mechanical and Commissioning engineer working as part of the engineering and technology team to commission and develop turnkey 6million kg/annum End-of-Life waste plastics to diesel conversion process plants.• Leading Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) for all plant modules and vendor equipment, ensuring compliance with company/industry mechanical specifications, design codes and drawings (P&IDs, GAs, piping isometrics etc)• Development and implementation of commissioning method statements and risk assessments.• Working with process and electrical engineers to propose, cost and complete FEED for plant modifications aimed at reducing CAPEX/OPEX, increasing throughputs, sustainability, profitability, fuel quality and operator safety.• Commissioning, analysis, performance testing and documentation of new process equipment/systems.• Development of pre-commissioning procedures, creation and close-out of punch lists.• Operation of Siemens/Rockwell plant control systems (SCADA/HMI) and development of functional design specification.• Updating plant IOM manuals in conjunction with maintenance schedules, procedures and critical spares.• Training of 22 plant operators (2 plants) with operation and procedures to strict safety standards.• Assisting Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) and Hazardous area/ATEX classification and drawings.• Troubleshooting all plant equipment incl. utilities (air/N2, chillers, nat.gas), EN 746 combustion systems, ASME reactors, pumps (incl. magnetic and API 610) , API mechanical seals, waste separation, shell and tube re-boilers, waste water treatment, API fuel storage tanks and instrumentation.• Experience with highly fouling and corrosive services.• Specifying Non-Destructive Testing to ASME V/ASTM codes for vessels/piping (RT, LT, phased-array UT for stainless steels, hardness, thickness, metallographic replicas) and reviewing of test reports. Show less

Crawley, Uk

• Modelled, tested and analysed 3D components/assemblies for public and commercial construction projects (ranging £10-50K)• Projects included energy efficiency developments, solar panel installations and minimalist construction for local companies• Greatly improved 3D modelling and analysis skills with a leading software package (Solidworks 3D and Simulation)• Performed beam deflection hand calculations to corroborate analysis results and develop understanding of physical… Show more • Modelled, tested and analysed 3D components/assemblies for public and commercial construction projects (ranging £10-50K)• Projects included energy efficiency developments, solar panel installations and minimalist construction for local companies• Greatly improved 3D modelling and analysis skills with a leading software package (Solidworks 3D and Simulation)• Performed beam deflection hand calculations to corroborate analysis results and develop understanding of physical principles• Created test reports for senior engineers based on finite element analysis results, factors of safety and manufacturing costs• Produced mechanical fabrication dossiers including fabrication isometrics, general assembly drawings and bills of materials• Development of software material libraries for specialized construction materials incl. various glasses, stones and woods Show less

Morden, Surrey

• Assisted in the design and development of custom multi-phase air spa and whirlpool systems• Assisted revision of factory quality documentation and drawings packages to improve fabrication quality and installation• Improved pump and piping specifications to maximize flowrates and efficiency, reducing end-user OPEX by 30%• Assisted material specification R&D for jet internals/connectors to reduce costs (> 15%) and increase product service life• Developed technician testing… Show more • Assisted in the design and development of custom multi-phase air spa and whirlpool systems• Assisted revision of factory quality documentation and drawings packages to improve fabrication quality and installation• Improved pump and piping specifications to maximize flowrates and efficiency, reducing end-user OPEX by 30%• Assisted material specification R&D for jet internals/connectors to reduce costs (> 15%) and increase product service life• Developed technician testing and commissioning method statements to improve product quality and reliability• Created Technician Fabrication Manuals for specialized drilling of cast-iron/carbon steel baths (60% reduction in staff errors) Show less

Beng (Honours), Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Engineering Society, Thai Boxing Team, Link Community Development Charity Final Year Project (On-Campus.

International Baccalaureate (Ib), Physical Sciences

Sciences, Mathematics, Languages