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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A Chemical / Process / Polymer Engineer with a Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering (performed industrial research on polymer processing) from the University of Waterloo and 10+ years experience in polymer and natural gas processing industries. Specialize in process optimization, manufacturing and troubleshooting. Membership in PEO for PEng. designation is in process (File No.- 100146112).
Sound technical knowledge and abilities to work with multiple disciplines in fast-paced environment with mange own workload with minimal supervision. Experienced and capable of working effectively in a team environment as well as independently with demonstrated strong willingness to take initiative to deliver quality results while ensuring adherence to safety standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with strong analytical and organizational skills ensuring set goals and objectives are achieved.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Knowledge: Experimental Research on Polymer Processing and Characterization, Chemistry, Process Design, Process Control, Process Improvement, PFD, P&ID, HAZOP, Plant Erection and Commissioning, Start-up & Shut- down Operations, Equipment Selection, Day-to-Day Operations, Design of Experiment (DOE), Data Analysis and Interpretation, Material and Energy Balance Calculation
Courses: Polymerization and Polymer Properties, Polymers and Petrochemical, Chemistry, Process Optimization, Process Design, Process Control, Interfacial Phenomena,
Statistics in Engineering, Chemical Reaction Engineering, Fluids Mechanics, Material and Energy Balance, Mass Transfer, Heat Transfer, Professional Writing for Engineers
Equipment: Extruder, Melt Flow Index Tester, Capillary Rheometer, Dynamic Rheometer, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Hot Press, Generator, Boiler, Cooling Tower, Dryer, Heat Exchanger, Pump, Compressor, Cooler, Control Valve
Computer: Aspen Plus, Matlab, AutoCAD and MS Office
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant 2006–2009
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO, Waterloo, ON
Improved the properties of compounded polymers, which decreased waste, reduced production costs and ensured customer satisfaction (Experiments conducted in SABIC Innovative Plastics Ltd. (formerly GE Plastics Ltd.), Cobourg, ON).
* Compounded Poly-carbonate (PC) / Poly-butylene-therephthalate (PBT) in a Twin Screw Extruder (TSE) in the generation of unique materials not available in a single polymer
* Conducted characterizations of compounded polymers ensuring consistent quality of blend
* Observed morphology of compounded polymer exploring the overall form of the molecular structure of polymer blend
* Involved in lab scale experimental set up and pilot plant operation
* Analyzed the results, estimated the parameters and optimized the process conditions
* Organized the weekly reports, managed the group discussions and performed the presentation of works
Process Engineer 1998–2004
SYLHET GAS FIELDS LIMITED, Sylhet, Bangladesh
Planned, implemented and completed engineering projects as a member of technical team for production of natural gas, and oversaw the daily functions of production process.
* Monitored commissioning activities of gas processing plant with general contractors' team ensuring proper functioning of equipment such as absorbers, high pressure separators, re boilers, coolers, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors and different types of control valves
* Reported to plant manager regarding daily production, process problems and possible technical solutions achieving total plant capacity 180 MMCFD and minimizing downtime
* Carried out material and energy balance calculations for the silica gel solid-desiccant and tri-ethylene glycol gas processing plant and performed process simulation
* Reviewed contractors' designs on PFD, P&ID and HAZOP and prepared start-up/operating manual for equipment
Production Engineer 1992–1998
BEXIMCO SYNTHETICS LIMITED, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Achieved productivity, quality standard and process operation goals and supervised daily activities of polyester filament yarn manufacture from poly-ethylene terephthalate (PET) chips using the melt spinning process.
* Reviewed contractors' designs and installed new equipment, which increased existing yarn production capacity from 60 metric tons to120 metric tons per day
* Liaised with general contractors in pre-commissioning and commissioning, start-up and guarantee test activities for timely and efficient started-up of production
* Checked and reviewed contractors' designs on PFD and P&ID for operation support
* Supervised 2 technologists, 4 technicians and 6 operators in maintaining normal operation, including troubleshooting, start-up and shutdown activities, which reduced downtime by 4%
* Delivered and coordinated process engineering support with various engineering groups facilitating a 1% decrease in production costs
* Monitored maintenance work for utility plant including generators, boilers, compressors, pumps and cooling towers ensuring smooth running of process
NON-ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE
Assembler 2004–2006
MOBILE CLIMATE CONTROL INC., Richmond Hill, ON
* Assembled heating and air conditioning systems (HVAC) for all types of heavy vehicles
* Performed electrical, mechanical and water testing of final products meeting quality standards
EDUCATION
Master of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering 2009
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO, Waterloo, ON, Canada
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering 1992
BANGLADESH UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh
AWARDS / SCHOLARSHIPS AND MEMBERSHIPS
* Ontario Graduate Scholarship in Science and Technology 2007–2008
* Engineering Scholarship, BUET, Bangladesh 1987–1992
* Dhaka Educational Board Scholarship, Bangladesh 1983–1985
* Member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers 2006–present
* Member of the Society of Plastics Engineers 2007–present
* Member of the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers 2007–present
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