Abhilash Anand Devarapalli
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic Research Engineer with proven expertise at Saint-Gobain Research India, specializing in process optimization and new product development. Successfully enhanced coating durability and reduced defects, while validating innovative formulations. Proficient in Aspen Plus and adept at problem-solving, driving efficiency in manufacturing operations and supporting new production line commissioning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Engineer I
Saint-Gobain Research India Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
07.2023 - Current
- Led process optimization for Colormaxx lacquered glass coating lines, improving durability and reducing coating defects.
- Supported commissioning of new production lines, preparing SOPs and quality validation protocols.
- Conducted fluid flow & heat transfer studies for curing/painting operations, aligning with EPC-style design validation.
- Validated new 'Grin Coat' paint formulation (Taiwan): performed DSC, TGA, adhesion, and durability testing; benchmarked against existing products; authored comprehensive technical report recommending feasibility for industrial adoption.
- Provided durability and problem-solving support across existing manufacturing lines.
Summer Intern
HPCL - Visakh Refinery
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Studied operations of Diesel Hydro-Treating (DHT) Unit.
- Understood key process equipment and hydrotreaQting flow schemes, including reactors, exchangers, and compressors.
Education
M.Tech - Chemical Engineering
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Tiruchirappalli
TIRUCHIRAPPALLI01.2023
B.Tech - Chemical Engineering
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering (A)
Visakhapatnam01.2019
XII (CBSE) -
JNV Ongole
Ongole01.2015
X (CBSE) -
JNV Ongole
Ongole01.2013
Skills
- Aspen Plus
- HYSYS
- DWSIM
- ChemCAD
- AutoCAD P&ID
- PFDs
- P&IDs
- Line and pump/compressor sizing
- Quality balances
- Control valves
- Pressure relief devices
- Distillation columns
- Heat exchangers
- Hazop basics
- API 520/2000
- ASME B313
- PIP guidelines
- OSHA familiarity
- New product development
- Process optimization
- Durability support
- New product line commissioning
Certifications Training
- Process Design Engineering, SB Technologies, Mumbai
- Learn Six Sigma foundations, LinkedIn
- Occupational Safety and Health: Hazard Communication, LinkedIn
- Project management Foundations, LinkedIn
- Workshop: Heat Transfer Inc. (HTRI), Alchemy 2022, NIT Trichy
Achievements Leadership
- Presented at Green India Summit (IIChE) & S-CHEMCON 2017.
- 2nd Prize: Nanofluids in Enhanced Heat Transfer (CHEMISPHERE, ANITS).
- NCC 'C' Certificate; Wing Commander at National NCC Camps (2012-14).
Design Academic Projects
- Pump Sizing & Piping Line Selection, Performed NPSH, Pressure drop, and pump head calculations.
- Heat Transfer Enhancement in Distiller (B.Tech project), Redesigned a horizontal distiller with fins to improve batch cycle efficiency.
- Multicoloured Paints for Lacquered Glass (Ongoing, Saint-Gobain), Developed new coatings with process optimization for application and longevity.
Languages
Telugu
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Research Engineer I
Saint-Gobain Research India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2023 - Current
Summer Intern
HPCL - Visakh Refinery
04.2018 - 05.2018
M.Tech - Chemical Engineering
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Tiruchirappalli
B.Tech - Chemical Engineering
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering (A)
XII (CBSE) -
JNV Ongole
X (CBSE) -
JNV Ongole