Process Engineer
Current- Lead a technician team in the commissioning of a silica expansion plant by establishing procedures and organizing checking activities.
- Enhanced an under-specification product by conducting root cause analysis and extensive factory trials, thus increasing final quality and standardizing new process parameters.
- Directed a project HAZOP analysis by evaluating design nodes of an ATEX (Atmospheric Explosion) potential area, resulting in a set of modification recommendations.
- Digitized the filter cake washing process by installing a conductivity meter to automatically halt the operation, potentially reducing water consumption by up to 15%.
- Resolved silicate carryover issue from flash drum vent by modifying stack outlet and ensuring clean exhaust.
- Updated silica plant P&IDs and URS (User Requirements Specification) to 'as-built' status by performing field checks, ensuring accurate and current documentation.