Manish K. Vichare
Operations and DCS control
Thane
Summary
To be a part of an effective and growing organization, which meets continuous challenges and stands tall in global competitive scenario.
More than Thirty (30) years of experience in Petrochemical industry. Excellent exposure in Aromatics complex, expertise in ISOMAR and PAREX with Reliance Industries and ELUXYL, XYMAX and TRANSPLUS as main units in OQ Aromatics, Oman.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
DCS Commissioning and Shift Supervisor
OQ-Aromatics Oman (AXEN Technology)
01.2009 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: One of the largest production of PARAXYLENE and BENZENE in single ELUXYL train.
- DCS commissioning and start up activity.
- One of the largest production of PARAXYLENE and BENZENE in single ELUXYL train.
- Startup and Commissioning Specialist in MTBE and PYGAS plant in LPIC OQ Oman.
Executive engineer
Reliance Industries Ltd.
02.1996 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Petro Division; Paraxylene & Benzene; UOP Technology.
- Role as Shift Engineer in PARAXYLENE plant, DCS commissioning and operations experience.
- Petro Division; Paraxylene & Benzene; UOP Technology.
Indian Petrochemicals Corp. Ltd.
11.1991 - 01.1996
- Company Overview: Gas cracker technology to produce hydrocarbons.
- Experience: 4.2 years.
- Gas cracker technology to produce hydrocarbons.
Education
Diploma -
Chemical Engineering
VPM's Polytechnic Thane ,Maharashtra. 04.2001 - 01.1991
B.E.CHEM. - undefined
Reliance Industries Ltd.
Skills
Highly skilled and reliable with commissioning of Distributed control system operations for over twenty years of experience in fast-paced industrial environments
Proven ability to manage and optimize DCS operations, ensuring maximum efficiency and adherence to safety standards
Strong communication skills and experience in leading teams to achieve targets with all safety measures
Keen on utilising my expertise and problem-solving skills to contribute effectively to the success of our organisation
Active in plant modification schemes and suggestion schemes for better Economics of plant
Hand on experience with all the commissioning and production related activities of Distributed Continuous Process / Manufacturing plant and achieving targets
Experience in factory acceptance test (FAT) which typically involves testing the hardware, software, communication, and integration of the DCS components Also involved in Site Acceptance test (SAT)
Accomplishments
- Got a Certificate of Recognition for The Best Suggestion in Employee Suggestion Scheme in Reliance Industries and Testahal in OQ.
- Worked for the commissioning and implementation of Advanced Process Control in Paraxylene Plant, Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL), Maharashtra.
- Implementation of new DCS in Paraxylene plant Reliance Industries Limited, Training at ABB Plant Bangalore.
Roles And Responsibilities
- Planning and scheduling to achieve production targets in PARAXYLENE Plant.
- Planning and Coordinating annual shut down and startup activities while replacing ISOMAR catalyst (from I9 to OPARIS) and TATORAY catalyst (From TA9 to ATA11).
- Active involvement in plant modification according to Technical services and operational parameters.
- Hand on experience in DCS commissioning in Aromatics Paraxylene plant in Reliance Industries and Aromatics plant, Oman Refinery.
- Expertise in monitoring the plant performance by generating periodic Reports, Capacity utilization and energy conservation.
- Imparting training and coaching of fresh operational personnel related to DCS.
- Commissioning of FIRE and safety management systems and manpower handling Skills.
Locations
- Thane, Thane, Maharashtra, 400021, INDIA
- Sohar Port, Sohar, Oman, OMAN
- Patalganga, Raigad, Maharashtra, INDIA
- Nagothane, Raigad, Maharashtra, INDIA
Quality And Safety
- In house safety training and orientation like mock drill; toolbox talk, PTW.
- Handled highly inflammable hydrocarbons (chemicals) like LPG, Benzene.
Family Background - Members
- Father
- Mother
- Wife
- Son
- Daughter
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information here is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Personal Information
- Passport Number: S3671574
- Date of Birth: 07/31/71
Timeline
DCS Commissioning and Shift Supervisor
OQ-Aromatics Oman (AXEN Technology)
01.2009 - 12.2022
Diploma -
Chemical Engineering
04.2001 - 01.1991
Executive engineer
Reliance Industries Ltd.
02.1996 - 12.2008
Indian Petrochemicals Corp. Ltd.
11.1991 - 01.1996
B.E.CHEM. - undefined
Reliance Industries Ltd.