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EDWIN VARGHESE THOMAS

EDWIN VARGHESE THOMAS

Kochi

Summary

Chemical Engineer with 3 years of experience in Oil & Gas, specializing in refinery operations and process engineering. Proven track record in project development and execution, contributing to organizational growth. Committed to enhancing operational capabilities in fast-paced engineering environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

CHENNAI PETROLEUM CORPORATION LIMITED
Chennai
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted the Process Engineering department in coordinating shutdown and turnaround activities for various units, including the Crude Distillation unit, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
  • Led process plant maintenance, which included chemical cleaning, neutralisation, passivation, and pigging in heaters and pipelines, as well as developing the schematic diagram.
  • Achieved cost savings by reducing losses through detailed experiments and data analysis on equipment performance using Aspen HYSYS.
  • Conducted technical inspections of vessels, columns and reactors, assessing the condition of trays, distributors, vortex breakers, and demister pads, and provided actionable recommendations.
  • Worked with the licensors (Chevron, Axens) to assist with the sulfiding process and oversaw the loading and unloading of the catalysts while maintaining total safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with Senior Engineers on replacing a nickel-based catalyst in tubular reformers of the Hydrogen Production Unit, leading to the reduction of red-hot spots on catalyst tubes.

CHEMICAL ENGINEER - GAT

BHARAT PETROLEUM CORPORATION LIMITED- KR
Cochin
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Participated in shutdown and start-up activities of a 10.5 MMTA crude distillation unit, including vacuum and atmospheric distillation columns, with tasks such as replacing internal trays and packing beds.
  • Developed detailed new schemes, process blocks, and flow diagrams, ensuring accuracy through line tracing, and efficient workflow management.
  • Possess comprehensive knowledge of refinery process systems and the integration of systems.
  • Served as a Process Engineer in internal and external audits for OISD to assess plant conditions, operating practices, and the handling and storage of petrochemicals, ensuring compliance with updated safety standards.

JUNIOR ENGINEER

G2 INTEGRITY SOLUTIONS
Bengaluru
10.2021 - 12.2022
  • Conducted assessments for distribution gas pipeline projects, identifying hazards and implementing risk mitigation measures to expedite project completion.
  • Performed centerline routing and digitization of transmission and distribution lines using GIS software, utilizing client data including drawings and survey information.
  • Interpreted Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) to enhance operational efficiency and documented updates with BricsCAD.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering

Anna University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
01-2021

Higher Secondary Education -

GHSS Vaduvanchal
Vaduvanchal, Kerala
01-2017

Skills

  • Process Flow Diagrams and Engineering
  • Catalyst Management
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
  • Aspen Plus and HYSYS
  • Process Simulations
  • Technical Inspections
  • Brics-CAD

Certifications

  • Aspen Tech - Sustainability Fundamentals: Process Modelling CO2 Capture & H2 Production
  • Aspen Tech- Aspen HYSYS Refresher Course
  • Hydrogen Energy: Production, Storage, Transportation and Safety: IIT, Mumbai
  • ASPEN PLUS Simulation Software: A Basic Course: Indian Institute of Guwahati
  • NEBOSH International General Health Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety: UK
  • IOSH- Institution of Occupational Safety and Health: UK

Journal Publications

  • An overview of Hydrogen Production, Storage and Transportation with related current and future Applications (Springer Nature)
  • Computational Simulation of Cost-Effective Petlyuk Distillation System using ASPEN PLUS (Springer Nature)
  • Maximizing Vinyl Chloride Production: An ASPEN PLUS Simulation approach (Chemical Engineering Essential Handbook)
  • Simulation of different types of Heat Exchangers using ASPEN PLUS and ASPEN EDR, along with the comparative analysis and overview. (Elsevier)
  • Case Study of AI and Machine Learning Technology in Heat Exchangers. (Elsevier)

Activities

  • Presented a paper entitled 'Preparation and Characterisation of Activated Carbon Coated Magnetite for Oil-Water Separation' at the International Conference on Energy Transition: Challenges and Opportunities, held in Kolkata, India, on 12/13/23
  • Volunteer at Mission LiFE: Lifestyle for Environment (2023-2024), an India-led global mass movement to nudge individual and community action to protect and preserve the environment
  • Volunteered at the 1st SAKSHAM Conference (2023), Kochi, organized by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited - KR in Kochi, Kerala. The conference was attended by around 400 participants, aiming to encourage consumers to use cleaner fuels and conserve oil and gas

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

CHENNAI PETROLEUM CORPORATION LIMITED
01.2024 - 12.2024

CHEMICAL ENGINEER - GAT

BHARAT PETROLEUM CORPORATION LIMITED- KR
01.2023 - 01.2024

JUNIOR ENGINEER

G2 INTEGRITY SOLUTIONS
10.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering

Anna University

Higher Secondary Education -

GHSS Vaduvanchal

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