Bader Alharbi

Process Engineer – Aromatics Complex (Aug 2024 - Current)

Process Engineer – Cumene & Phenol Plants (Feb 2024 - July 2024)

• Managed daily operations and performance optimization of Cumene, Phenol/Acetone, and Aromatics units by analyzing plant data to improve yields, reduce energy use, and enhance equipment reliability.
• Supported process troubleshooting and root cause analysis in collaboration with operations, maintenance, and safety teams.
• Participated in HAZOP studies, MOC processes, and risk assessments to maintain high safety and compliance standards.
• Interfaced with licensors (e.g., Axens, UOP, Exxon Mobil) and technical services to implement design changes and capacity improvements.

Operation Engineer – Manifa GOSP Plant

Responsible for overseeing the end-to-end process of crude oil separation, stabilization, and delivery with the daily operation activities.

• Improved process sustainability and plant performance through continuous optimization.
• Supported operations by troubleshooting issues and conducting root cause analysis.
• Developed work instructions and optimized plant configurations for efficient operations.
• Led technical aspects of projects, from defining objectives to execution and delivery.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and align project goals.
• Prepared technical documentation and ensured compliance with standards.
• Managed project schedules and ensured timely completion of milestones.
• Identified process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

• Supported PE, PP and LAO plant operations with Aspen HYSYS simulations for mass and heat balances.
• Assisted in troubleshooting process issues and catalyst preparation for LLDPE, HDPE, PP, and LAO runs.
• Performed catalyst activity analysis and calculated fluidization parameters.
• Conducted quality control tests on polymer samples, including MI, density, ash, xylene, and GC analysis.