PRADIP TRAMBAK TAWADE
Flat No 37, Floor 8, Building No 5, Abu Halifa Block 1,Kuwait
Summary
Chemical engineer with over 13 years of experience in refinery operations, specializing in commissioning, process automation, and safety enhancements. Proven track record in process safety management, shutdown coordination, and optimization. Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities, with extensive hands-on experience in dynamic and steady-state process simulation within the oil and gas sector. Ready to apply expertise in a challenging new role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Engineer
Kuwait National Petroleum Company
05.2018 - Current
- Ensure and advise on the process parameters are maintained such that the stack emissions are in compliance with the environmental regulations.
- Troubleshoot the issues that arise in the production process and utilize analytical skills to identify root causes and propose practical corrective actions.
- Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Revalidation (HAZOP) studies of the unit.
- Involved and participated in the life cycle of Management of change (MOC)
- Developing critical safety documents for major activities such as job safety analysis and hazards identification/prevention and mitigation plans (CTRA).
- Knowledge in review of cause & effect diagram/ good knowledge in HAZOP/ process summary.
- Knowledge of work permit system, Lock out Tag out (LOTO) and safe work practices (SWP).
- Participated in Pre startup safety review (PSSR).
- Developing and Reviewing Standard operating procedures (SOP’s), Operation Manuals and critical safety documents for major activities like Risk assessments, Job hazard analysis etc.
OTS Engineer
Honeywell Automation India Limited
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Responsible for Dynamic and Steady State Simulation Model development as distillation columns, Compressor with Controls & simple unit operation with UNISIM.
- Preparation of Simulation models for Hazard analysis (HAZOP) and what if Scenarios.
- Develop Abnormal Situation Management Drills in UNISIM Model to minimize human error in critical situations.
- Develop Interactive and realistic Scenarios in UNISIM such as emergencies to improve operator Skills.
- Responsible for testing the models using the standard test procedures.
- Responsible for adhering to quality procedures for the sections modelled.
- Responsible for final model documentation.
- Participates in critical phases of modelling such as Acceptance test/DCS integration.
- Participates in acceptance test with Lead Engineer.
Process Engineer
Punj Lloyd ltd, SRU Project, IOCL
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Performed process design calculations including line sizing, pump hydraulic calculations, heat, and material balance.
- Developed PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations, and equipment datasheets for plant design projects.
- Conducted process simulations using Aspen HYSYS and UniSim for system design and optimisation.
- Participated in HAZOP and safety reviews to ensure safe process design.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams and vendors for engineering deliverables, and design reviews.
- Supported equipment sizing, control philosophy, and process troubleshooting during design and commissioning.
- Analyse process parameters, trends, and operating data to identify performance gaps, bottlenecks, and reliability issues.
- Provide technical support for operations, maintenance, inspection, and project teams for smooth plant functioning.
Process Engineer
Fabtech Projects and Engineers Ltd
Pune
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Assisted with pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and plant handover activities to facilitate safe unit operation.
- Reviewed PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, cause and effect charts, and process documents for readiness in commissioning.
- Coordinated with operations, maintenance, instrumentation, and project teams during line-up checks, testing, and start-up activities.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering and Technology
Kolhapur2013
Post Graduate Program - Process Design and Engineering with Aspen One simulator
Maharashtra Institute of technology
PuneSkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- UNISIM
- ASPEN HYSYS
- Process improvement
- Risk assessment
- HAZOP analysis
- Process engineering
- Operational troubleshooting
Personal Information
Passport Number: Z7923264
Languages
Hindi
Advanced
C1
English
Advanced
C1
Marathi
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Operation Engineer
Kuwait National Petroleum Company
05.2018 - Current
OTS Engineer
Honeywell Automation India Limited
01.2017 - 04.2018
Process Engineer
Punj Lloyd ltd, SRU Project, IOCL
09.2015 - 12.2016
Process Engineer
Fabtech Projects and Engineers Ltd
06.2013 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Engineering and Technology
Post Graduate Program - Process Design and Engineering with Aspen One simulator
Maharashtra Institute of technology