Jayachandran.K.S [DIChT, B. Tech (Chemical Engineering), EMBA (Oil & Gas Management)
Sr. Process Engineer
Mobile No: +91 - 9940304485 Email id:
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
To have challenging & progressive career with an esteemed organization, so that my creative thinking and knowledge would help in contributing to spreadsheet both my professional goals and organization goals.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Conceptual, Basic & Detail Engineering (Upstream Process Facilities, Petrochemical, Chemical & Pharmaceutical units).
2.Competent in performing Process Design activities.
3.Preparation of Process Flow Scheme (PFS/PFD), Process Engineering Flow scheme (PEFS/PID) & Process Safeguarding Flow Scheme (PSFS).
4.Preparation of Heat and Mass balance by performing process simulation.
5.Process modeling and simulation.
6.Pump Hydraulics and NPSH Calculations, Control Valve Sizing.
7.Preparation & Review of Safeguarding Memorandum (based on Shell DEPs) and Hazardous Area Classification (based on BSP-12-G-303 & IP15) document.
8.Sizing of 2 Phase/3 Phase separators.
9.Sizing of PSV, PVRV, and ERV using API-520, API-521, API - 2000 & SHELL DEP STANDARDS.
10.Review of preparation of Flow Scheme, Overpressure Protection Philosophy.
11.Rating of shell & tube heat exchangers by HTRI using Dow and TEMA standards.
12.Preparation of Line list, Equipment list and Valve list.
13.Preparation of IPDS, Equipment & Instruments Datasheets.
14.Process Basis of Design and Process Description/ Control narrative.
15.Involved in various design reviews such as (P&ID review, Area Classification review, HAZOP, other safety review) and Coordination with other downstream Engineering disciplines.
16.Pipeline Steady state hydraulic analysis.
17.Actively involved in developing guidelines for Depressurization calculation.
18.Participation in HAZOP, LOPA.
19.Preparation of Techno-Commercial quotations.
20.Contribution to Project planning and scheduling.
21.Coordination of Project activities, Commissioning.
22.Assuring quality check of process deliverables to meet project standard, relevant safety & client technical specification.
23.Interdisciplinary coordination and change management.
24.Review of vendor drawings / documents.
25.Responsible for achieving maximum production levels by conservation of material/energy, man management, trouble shooting, start-ups and shut downs, maintenance activities etc.
26.Working Knowledge with international codes and standards like API, NFPA, DOW and Shell DEP’s.
PERSONALITY SKILLS:
1.Exceptional communication skills.
2.Self-motivated and leadership skills.
3.Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
4.Ability to bring out the best in team even at critical situations.
5.Proficiency in daily planning with compliance to quality & quantity, ensuring proper work allocation and manpower for smooth work level.
6.Expertise in route cause analysis and problem solving techniques.
7.Mentoring incoming trainee engineers.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
As Sr. Process Engineer handling PUSB - Chennai Division Process department with a team of 10 members since July’2014.
Nomination of process engineers to teams.
Tracking of progress and productivity of Process Team in various projects (VOWD chart).
Scheduling, planning and forecasting of process activities in various projects.
Providing weekly and monthly process progress reports to PUSB-Brunei (HQ).
- “BFD West Asset Gas Optimization & HHP Header”, BRUNEI SHELL - Feb’2016 to Till date
Generation of HYSYS/UNISIM model for gas lift system for properties generation as a input to Gas lift FCV calculations, Datasheet preparation; Collection of process data including PEFS; Gas lift FCV calculation for 44 no of FCV for minimum/normal/maximum cases; Input to C&A discipline for datasheet preparation of FCV, FI, PT; Datasheet preparation for 21 no of Gas lift control valves and 20 no of gas lift FI; Updation of existing PEFS for removal & installation scope and Updation of SOR tables and HAC drawings is considered.
- “West Legacy Phase-2”, BRUNEI SHELL - Sep’2014 to Till date
Generation of PFS, PSFS & Updation of PEFS as per RLM. To perform the safety review of offshore platforms and onshore terminals of existing assets of Shell. The scope consists of complete safety study at various locations licensed and operated by Shell Upstream International Europe (UIE). This safety review comprises Scenario Identification, Load Calculations and Sizing of relief valves, Process Safeguarding Memorandum (PSM) and Process Safeguarding Flow Schemes (PSFS) as process activity. The Software used for these activities HYSYS for generating relieving conditions – 1.5 million USD.
Analyzing of P&ID’s to determine worst credible scenario; Sizing of PSV and PVRV using HYSIS 7.3 and spread sheet; Control Valve Sizing using INSTRUCAL software; Performed hydraulic calculationsuch as line sizing and Pump NPSH calculations; Preparation of Instrument Protective Functions (IPF) document using Cause and Effect Matrix.
Preparation of Hazardous Area Classification documents using Shell DEP & IP-15 Standard.
Preparation of SOSOR document Hazardous Area Classification using BSP-12-G-303, REV. 303, IP-15 standards & SHELL FRED analysis software.
- Pipeline Project, Ennore to Manali Terminal - June’2015 to Aug’2015
PROPOSAL/Bidding of Pipeline running from Ennore Terminal to Manali Industrial Area (26 km).
Conducted In-house Front End Engineering Design; Preparation of Scope; Design Basis and Specifications; Preparation of Block Diagram, PFD, P&ID’s, Equipment List, Line List, BOQ; provided hydraulic analysis and Line size optimization for Motor Spirit/Gasoline, High Speed Diesel of different pipelines (14, 16 and 18 inch); Preparation of hydraulic gradient chart; Surge Analysis Calculation for 1.0, 2.0, 3.5, 5.0 and 6.5 MMTPA; Communication of various vendor for Budgetary offer; Preparation of complete report (CAPEX, OPEX, Feasibility report, Capital cost, Operating Cost, Marketing Analysis etc.).
- “East Legacy Phase-6”, BRUNEI SHELL - Apr’2015 to Till date
DETAILED ENGINEEING (OFFSHORE FACILITIES) of Oil/Gas Wells, Test/bulk header, Separator facilities, Instrument Gas Scrubber, CI Package, Slug Catcher, MPFM, Liquid KO pot, Jib Crane, Vent & Relief system and IRCD panel.
Development of PFD’s & PEFS, Line/Equipment Lists, IPDS, Pump Hydraulics, Line hydraulics, Equipment Sizing, Cause & Effect Diagram, Pressure Relief Device, Design Basis Report, Design Criteria, Process Description, Participation in HAZOP; Co-ordination with interdisciplinary leads and work engineers.
Undergoing training in PIPESIM, Well Tie in Projects.
- TEG PACKAGE, MODEC - Sep’2014 to Nov’ 2014
PROPOSAL/Biddingof TEG Package.
Preparation of Process Simulation, PFD’s, P&ID’s; Sizing of Safety Valve using Shell DEP standards; Preparation of datasheet for Safety Valve.
- ZAULIYAH GAS PLANT, PDO Oman LLC - July’2014 to Sep’ 2014
PROPOSAL/Biddingof R134a Refrigeration Package.
Preparation of PFD’s, P&ID’s, Equipment List, Line List; Sizing of Safety Valve using Shell DEP standards; Preparation of datasheet for Safety Valve.
- "CELLARPIT DEWATERING”, CAIRN ENERGY RAJASTAN - Apr’2014 to June’ 2014
PROPOSAL (ONSHORE FACILITIES) of Cellar pit dewatering system.
DETAILED ENGINEERING of dewatering system (consisting of ejector, pump, separator); Preparation of PFD’s, P&ID’s, Equipment List, Line List; Sizing of Separator, pump & line hydraulics.
- “CHAMPION 7” BRUNEI SHELL - Apr’2013 to Apr’2014
Worked with Petrokon Utama Sdn. Bhd. (Brunei) for a period of 1 year under deputation from Petro6 Engineering and Construction Pvt. Ltd. for Brunei Shell Petroleum Projects.
As-built (OFFSHORE FACILITIES) of Oil/Gas Wells, Test/bulk header, Separator facilities, Instrument Gas Scrubber, CI Package, Slug Catcher, MPFM, Liquid KO pot, Jib Crane, Vent & Relief system and IRCD panel. Preparation of Safeguarding Memorandum document for different platforms.
Preparation and Updation of PFS, UFS, PEFS, UEFS, PSFS, USFS according to Shell DEP Standards; Preparation of Safeguarding Memorandum; Analyzing of P&ID’s to determine worst credible scenario; Sizing of PSV and PVRV using HYSIS 7.3 and spread sheet; Control Valve Sizing using INSTRUCAL software; Performed hydraulic calculation such as line sizing and Pump NPSH calculations; Preparation of Instrument Protective Functions (IPF) document using Cause and Effect Matrix.
Worked as Certified Relief Designer - Process Engineer in Loss Preventive Department.
Attended Relief Designer Training course at Dow Chemical International Pvt. Ltd conducted by Technip India Ltd.
Attended technical meetings with client & vendors to aid in Vendor selection.
- “DOW Industrial Complex” Netherlands/ West Alexandria Sites - May’2012 to Apr’2013
DETAILED ENGINEERING activities considering all engineering evaluations based on overpressure criterions, Rating of Heat Transfer equipment’s & datasheets, Review of Pressure vessels & datasheets, Pump hydraulics & datasheets review, Line sizing and Line list preparation, Design and rating of Flare network system, Implementation of SIS and HIPS, Design of Pressure Relief Devices and adequacy check for existing devices, Analyzing P&ID’s to determine the worst credible scenario, Preparation of Process packages as per industrial standards, Interaction with Client for technical assistance.
- “DOW Industrial Complex” Freeport Site - Sep’2011 to May’2012
DETAILED ENGINEERING activities considering all engineering evaluations based on sizing of PSV, PVRV, ERV using API-520,521 & API-2000 for different scenarios such as over pumping of liquid, thermal expansion of liquid, control valve/pressure regulator failure, heat exchanger tube ruptureser provided relief rate, fire case, thermal breathing of liquid etc; Exposure to Safety device software such as SAFSIZ, LOWSIZ, HEM, Effluent Screening Tool; Analysing of P&ID’s to determine worst credible scenario; Updating of P&ID, Preparation of Process Data sheets, Line size calculation & pump NPSH calculation; Thermal design & Rating of shell & tube heat exchangers by HTRI, using Dow and TEMA standards; Undergone training in Flare net, Separator sizing.
- “BULK DRUGS FACILITY” NATCO ORGANICS LTD - Apr’2010 to Sep’2011
DETAILED ENGINEERING for two blocks namely E & F as expansion project with capacity - 120 TONS
Preparation & Updation of Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs) & Utility Distribution Diagrams (UDDs); Performed hydraulic calculation such as line sizing, control valve sizing, and Pump NPSH calculations; Adequacy checks Process Calculations (heat load calculations, sizing of equipment’s like chiller & cooling tower); Generation of Equipment, Line, Valve List & Preparation of Process Data Sheet; Adequacy checks Utility Calculations (How well & cold well sizing, Compressed air); Worked as Senior Process Engineer in leading a team of engineers, designers and others in process design aspects; Coordinated with timely for delivery project implementation.
- “LPG LOADING” SINGAPORE REFINERY LTD - Jan’2010 to Apr’2010
DETAILED ENGINEERING of transfer of LPG
Preparation & Updation of Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs); Performed hydraulic calculation such as line sizing; Generation of Equipment, Line, Valve List & Preparation of Process Data Sheet.
- “SHORT TERM EXPANSION” ASIAN PPG - May’2009 to Jan’2010
DETAILED ENGINEERING of new facility for increasing production of Decorative paints.
Preparation & Updation of Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs); Performed hydraulic calculation such as line sizing, control valve sizing, and Pump NPSH calculations; Adequacy checks of existing Compressor load; Generation of Equipment, Line, Valve List & Preparation of Process Data Sheet.
Worked as Senior Process Engineer in leading a team of engineers, designers and others in process design aspects.
- “EXPANSION ALDEHYDE PRODUCTION” SHASUN DRUGS LTD - Aug’2008 to May’2009
TROUBLE SHOOTING OF ALDEHYDE PROCESS – Increase of Aldehyde production from 296 MT to 324 MT by using six sigma methods.
Monitoring VSM & calculating OEE; Monitoring Boiler Data & finding out Boiler efficiency; Adopting Root Cause Analysis for increase in production; Helped in Preparing Proposal for Aldehyde Plant for increasing the production from 296 MT to 324 MT; Involved in Preparing Proposal for Energy & Solvent Saving with U loop & Strainer in the Brine Return Line to hot well; Calculated Evaporation Loss for all solvents in Tankfarm Area and adopted methods to prevent it.
Worked as both Production and Process Engineer in the manufacturing of Expandable Polystyrene – capacity of the plant 45000 TPD.
PFD, P&ID updation for small revamping project; Development of Effluent Treatment Plant PFD, P&ID; Involved in the preparation of SOP for ETP process and EPS manufacturing process; Involved in minimizing the consumption of fuel oil in boiler and thereby to increase its efficiency; Achieved hands-on experience in unit start up, shut down and equipment maintenance; Close follow-up with process parameters and control over them.
Operating plant equipment’s with PLC (with interlocks) & panel operation; Handling process Equipment’s in an efficient way & minimizing down time; Checked raw materials, Product Quality and effluent treatment regularly; Loading and unloading of hazardous materials namely STYRENE & PENTANE; As a responsibility of safety team have to check LEL, UEL & STATIC ELECTRICITY for EPS handling equipment’s; Deputed to Singapore (Nova Chemicals) for a period of 1 year for plant stabilization.
Involved in the manufacture of products like Magnesium Oratate, Oratic Acid.
Operated Reactor, Filter Press, Centrifuge, Drying, Milling, Packing and weighing of powdered products; Filtering of Mother Liquor, Transferring of Mother Liquor to Centrifuge; Ammonia Purging, Drying, Milling, Packing and Weighing.
PROFESSIONAL & ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:
C2C Engineering has sponsored, to do certified course in “HYSYS PROCESS SIMUATION” at Atharva Proc Tek in Pune.
Received “GOLD MEDALIST” in my “Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering” from Anna University – India.
Received “CERTIFICATE OF MERIT” in third semester exam, from Panimalar Polytechnic – India.
DECLARATION:
I hereby acknowledge that the information’s provided true to the best of my knowledge.
With kind Regards, JAYACHANDRAN.K.S
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