Dynamic Technical Professional Leader with a proven track record at KBR Inc., specializing in process optimization and basic engineering design. Expert in Aspen Plus simulation and risk assessment, I have successfully led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, achieving significant cost reductions and improved productivity in ammonia plant operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Professional Leader
KBR Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Directed technical leadership for ammonia plant process team, achieving improved operational efficiency.
Developed comprehensive proposals for ammonia plants, including green and blue ammonia and CO2 capture solutions.
Conducted detailed process and revamp studies to optimize ammonia plant operations.
Created Basic Engineering Design Packages, including PFDs, HMBs, and other process deliverables using ASPEN.
Produced P&IDs, hydraulic designs, and instrumentation specifications to support engineering efforts.
Led cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance team collaboration.
Executed project plans that resulted in significant cost reductions and increased productivity.
Production Manager
Reliance Industries Limited
Jamnagar
12.2014 - 04.2022
Managed overall performance of Pet coke gasification plant, including startup and shutdown processes.
Led pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for Deaerator, Steam Superheater, Flare, and gasification unit over three years.
Coordinated with construction team to monitor commissioning progress from hydrotest preparation to final box up.
Participated in DCS FAT and SAT while overseeing logic implementation for assigned units.
Implemented Management of Change to optimize plant startup and shutdown durations.
Served as plant coordinator for Integrated Management System, Emergency Response Control Planning, and Operation Management System.
Conducted HSEF activities, including PHA, LOPA, risk register management, and QRA assessments.
Trained subordinates on operational procedures while implementing competency assurance system.
Deputy Manager
Chambal Fertilizers And Chemicals Limited
Kota
08.2005 - 12.2014
Managed operations of 1710 MTPD ammonia plant utilizing advanced DCS and PLC systems.
Oversaw raw naphtha to sweet naphtha conversion unit, focusing on hydrotreater furnace and reactor efficiency.
Executed operation and maintenance of static and rotary equipment, including centrifugal and reciprocating pumps.
Led complete plant turnarounds through effective planning, execution, and manpower management.
Applied expertise in reforming, shift conversion, methanation, and ammonia converter catalyst handling.
Utilized Aspen Plus for process simulation and optimization in production workflows.
Conducted daily inspections of critical equipment such as pumps, compressors, boilers, motors, and valves.
Ensured optimal performance of fertilizer production processes through meticulous operational oversight.
Education
B.E. - Chemical Engineering
M.B.M.ENGINEERING COLLEGE
JODHPUR,RAJASTHAN
01.2005
HSC -
G.S.S. Gangapur City
Gangapur City, Rajasthan
01.1999
SSC -
G.S.S. Gangapur City
Gangapur City, Rajasthan
01.1997
Skills
Process optimization
Basic engineering design
Aspen Plus simulation
Equipment commissioning
Risk assessment
Operation and maintenance experience
Energy audit
Boiler operation
Academic Journey
2005, B.E in Chemical Engineering, JNV Univ. Jodhpur, 75.63
Qualified Energy auditor conducted by Bureau of energy auditor, INDIA
Certified Boiler operation Engineer by Gujarat Government
Practical Training
Shriram fertilizer and Chemicals ltd (Kota), 03/06/03 - 02/07/03, 30-day training to know the basic process of Cement manufacturing.
Expectation
Looking for career growth and new job assignments where experience gained in past years can be utilized.
Accomplishments
20th rank merit in SSC (Rajasthan Board) exam in 1997
All India Rank 449 in GATE 2005 and selected in IIT-D for Polymer Science Engineering (92.25 percentile)
Training
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre(BARC), Mumbai, 01/06/04 - 30/06/04, Got 30-day training on the Derivation of 2D and 3D plane equations for fire simulation.