Faizan Ahmad
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Dynamic Process Engineer with a proven track record in optimizing production processes and leading teams. Skilled in managing Digital Control Systems and fostering effective communication. Demonstrates a proactive approach to problem-solving and operational management, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Engineer Coop
Teck Resources Ltd
Sparwood, British Columbia
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Optimized flotation yield through SOP-based regulation of Frother and Collector addition in Float Cells.
- Mitigated high torque issues in product thickeners by optimizing underflow pump rates.
- Conducted troubleshooting on Thickeners to uphold water clarity, control bed level rise, and minimize excessive froth.
- Executed visual inspections and field tests to ensure the stability of the correct medium by monitoring pulp density, contaminants, and levels.
- Prepared the plant for down-day maintenance, by initiating the shutdown procedures, and cleaning all the equipment for debris.
- Conducted down-day inspections on Heavy Media Cyclones and water-only cyclones, assessing vortex finder, liner, and apex conditions.
- Carried out down-day inspections on screens and sieve bends for wear, holes, broken wires, and opening size with taper gauge as well as flotation cells for agitator condition and missing teeth.
- Monitored the torque and drive amps on Screen Bowl Centrifuges to adjust the feed rates and avoid centrifuge trips.
- Supervised the Commissioning of the Reflux Classifier and its integration into the plant, while also performing size distribution tests on the underflow to develop an operating strategy for the reflux.
- Conducted safety inspections during downtime to ensure maintenance activities followed safety protocols, including fire watch, fall protection, and calibrated gas detectors for confined space entry.
- Initiated the lockout tagout of all process equipment for planned and unplanned maintenance showcasing responsibility and ensuring coworker safety.
- Collected hourly samples from the plant following ISO sample collection techniques and sent them to the lab for analysis.
Chemical Engineer (Shift Incharge)
Sitara Peroxide Ltd.
Faisalabad, Punjab
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Led a team of 14 in the Process Operation & Production Department, managing junior engineers and supervisors.
- Supervised operation of Auto Oxidation Process for 30% concentrated H2O2 using SUPCON and Advan-tool pro-DCS System, fixed bed technology by Akkim, Turkey.
- Managed process operation of Hydrogen Production Unit (HPU) utilizing steam-methane reforming technology by Pan American.
- Monitored the process operation of the Concentration Unit based on Vacuum Distillation and Evaporator technology by Sulzer Chemtech ,Singapore.
- Analyzed laboratory results concerning hydrogen, oxidation reactor efficiencies, and results of the utility section. Expertly handled troubleshooting for various aspects of process operations.
- Managed start-up and shutdown activities in compliance with all process safety standards.
- Prepared shift reports and controlled process parameters by correlating them with lab results to ensure the production of high-quality goods.
- Conducted inspections of fixed plant equipment, such as compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, and reactor vessels, in accordance with the API RP 572 standard.
- Utilized the API 570 standard for inspection, maintenance, rating, repair, and alteration of in-service piping in the plant.
Junior Engineer
Sitara Peroxide Ltd.
Faisalabad, Punjab
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Worked as a Junior Engineer in the Process Operation and Production Department.
- Monitored the production activities at the hydrogen plant of 1500 NCMH (steam-methane reforming by M/S Pan American Enterprises Inc., USA), hydrogen peroxide plant of 90 MTPD (auto-oxidation process by M/S Akkim Turkey), and concentration unit by M/S Sulzer Chemtech Singapore.
- Responsible for increasing plant stability and improving the production of hydrogen peroxide and hydrogen gas from natural gas by steam-methane reforming process.
- Improve processes like hydrogenation, oxidation, liquid-liquid extraction, drying, distillation, and evaporation.
- To assist operators, maintenance, and quality control department to maintain grade of product.
- Hands on experience in plant startup and shutdown on standard procedure.
- Optimizing plant (chemicals and utilities) consumption, Digital Control System (D.C.S) study and fieldwork operation.
- Utility section experienced like reverse osmosis and demin water treatment, boiler water treatment, nitrogen production unit, vapor compression chillers, air compressors, and cooling towers.
- To ensure the implementation of company Health and Safety Executive (H.S.E) policies in all the work.
- Issued Work Permits and to make sure preparation for maintenance is properly done
Production Intern
Uzbekistan Hydrogen Peroxide JV LLC
Navoi, Uzbekistan
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Working as a Production Intern in production department.
- Operating a plant with 85 TPD capacity on Honeywell DCS system, utilizing fluidized bed technology, commissioned by Nuberg EPC, India.
- Conducting tests and inspections on Reactor, Oxidizer, Extractor, Distillation column, and filtration system, ensuring compliance with installation and design specifications.
- Identifying and resolving equipment or process-related issues promptly during commissioning time to facilitate a smooth start-up process.
- Providing training on operating procedures, safety protocols, and emergency response plans to ensure a safe working environment during commissioning time and start-up activities.
- Conducting routine sampling and analysis to meet specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Maintaining detailed records of commissioning activities, test results, equipment performance, and process modifications.
- Demonstrating strong analytical skills, contributing to the overall success of the production processes.
- Leveraging commissioning and start-up experience to ensure operational excellence
Education
Master of Science - Process Engineering
University of Regina
Regina, SK12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
Lahore, Pakistan07-2018
Skills
- Manage all the process parameters on the Digital Control System independently
- Manage the work permit job on the plant under my supervision properly to ensure all the jobs are done according to the H&S (health and safety) regulations
- Possessing knowledge of SAP minor for efficient operational management
- Communicate properly with plant operators and engineers during the plant shutdown and startup jobs
- Exhibits a proactive approach to learning, with the capability to grasp new concepts and skills swiftly, having good management and communication skills
- Properly analyze the technical issues and manage to solve them
- Experienced with Rockwell products, Maximo, SAP, and MS Office
- Operation & Maintenance of fixed plant equipment, pressure vessels, and piping
Affiliations
- Participated in a CPD Course on Boiler Safety organized by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.
- Participated in a CPD course on Energy Transition Technologies organized by Entropy Inc, Alberta.
Accomplishments
- Awarded Dean's Honor List during Masters at the University of Regina.
- Received Excellence Award at Sitara per Oxide for 100% attendance during a Calendar year.
Certification
- Whmis
- CPR First Aid
- API RP 572 Pressure Vessel Inspection
- API 570 Piping Inspetion
- Class 5 Driver's License
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Process Engineer Coop
Teck Resources Ltd
05.2023 - 12.2023
Chemical Engineer (Shift Incharge)
Sitara Peroxide Ltd.
01.2021 - 12.2021
Junior Engineer
Sitara Peroxide Ltd.
01.2019 - 12.2020
Production Intern
Uzbekistan Hydrogen Peroxide JV LLC
08.2018 - 12.2018
Master of Science - Process Engineering
University of Regina
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
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