As a process engineer, my day-to-day activities include planning and executing process strategies, managing process resources, optimizing existing processes, and updating process records, as well as ensuring the cost-effectiveness of production. To alleviate the burden of optimizing processes, cleaning data, and analyzing results manually, I implemented a number of algorithm-based solutions.

Capital Projects: Process Design (4000BPD Catalytic Reforming Unit), developed detail engineering drawings, simulation models, estimated budgets and risks, and scheduled projects to meet deadline.

• Developing process simulation models in Aspen HYSYS to generate material and heat balance for 3000BPD Naphtha Reforming Unit, 1400BPD Naphtha Splitter Unit, and 3000BPD Condensate Fractionation Unit.

• Sizing and specifying control valves, PSVs, and instruments in coordination with I&C engineers.

• Examining, revising, and producing PFDs and P&IDs for chemical process systems.

• Assembling and organizing reports to document the status and modifications of a process.

• Ensuring optimal efficiency by monitoring process operation and supervising equipment and instrument maintenance.

• Publishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for process equipment and assisting operators in following standards and guidelines.

As a research assistant, I worked under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Abu Yousuf (Principle Investigator of Bioenergy and Bioremediation Lab) on a research project funded by the Bangladesh Sugar & Food Industries Corporation (BSFIC) . This project provided me a precious opportunity to get acquainted with the process of drafting a competitive research proposal, submitting proposals to funding organizations, and conducting academic research. In addition, it allowed me to collaborate with top experts in the area of biorefineries and associated technology.

• Designed and fabricated a pilot-size (100L) fermenter with temperature controls and aeration system.

• Performed a series of experiments to determine the influence of different process parameters on the bioethanol yield generated from sugarcane molasses using S. Cerevisiae.

• Examined the thermophilic characteristics (e.g., growth rate, specific growth rate) and growth profiles of S. cerevisiae at varying conditions.

• Maintained records of research activities, and prepared periodic and ad hoc reports