Lavina Babani

**** ************* **, *******, ** 27616 – 425-***-**** –ady2re@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a challenging and responsible position in an organization that offers me a consistently positive atmosphere to learn new technologies and implement them for its growth.

EDUCATION

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina (USA)

Master of Science in Chemical Engineering Aug 2021 - May 2023

Relevant Coursework: Polymer science, Transport Phenomena, Thermodynamics, and Chemical Reaction Engineering.

GPA:3.63/4.00

EXPERIENCE

Repsol Oil and Gas, Horseheads, NY

Process Engineer May 2023 - Present

●Participated in process hazard analysis (PHA) studies and process safety reviews to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

●Collaborated with contractors to ensure adherence to Repsol's process specifications, standards, and quality requirements.

●Conducted process simulations, feasibility studies, and technical analyses to identify areas for improvement and efficiency enhancement in facility operations.

●Developed and reviewed process design documentation, including PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams), P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and equipment datasheets.

●Conducted process performance monitoring and optimization initiatives to improve plant efficiency, production rates, and product quality.

Gujarat State Fertilizers And Chemicals Limited, Vadodara, Gujarat, India

Process Engineer (Nylon 6 Production) Jul 2015 – Dec 2020

●Troubleshooting process disturbances on DCS during emergency shutdowns like blackouts, machinery breakdowns, etc.

●Monitoring and developing improvements to current processes to yield cost savings, quality improvement, and/or overall increased efficiency

●Reviewed validation protocols, deviation reports, and change controls by GMPs.

●Handled procedures for plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery, and expediting restoration efforts.

●Interface with Quality Control and Quality Assurance

●Assisted in developing and maintaining production reports (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, and Annually).

●Audited and trained maintenance personnel to verify the presence of necessary skills and competencies.

●Able to effectively lead cross-functional meetings and effectively engage management.

●Conducted root cause analysis to identify underlying factors and drive effective solutions, ensuring optimized processes and continuous improvement.

PUBLICATIONS

●Babani,Lavina et al. (Mar. 2014). A case study on preparation and characterization of jatropha based biodiesel and its blends with waste cooking oil. Vol. 3. 3, pp. 80-85. URL: https://www.ijltemas.in/DigitalLibrary/Vol.3Issue3/80-85.pdf.

ACHIEVEMENTS

●Contributed to the successful pre-commissioning and commissioning of a polymer (Nylon 6) plant.

●Supervised a team of 30 staff members by training them with plant processes, GMPs, safety practices, and DCS Operations and instructing them on field-related jobs

●Developed inventory tracking toolkit with the utilization of MS Office.

SKILLS

●Software: SAP, Aspen Hysys, Gaussian, MatLab, AutoCAD Operating Systems, MS Office, etc.

●Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): IMS Documentation, Quality Management, Process Validation, Employees training, Investigating Customer complaints

●Analytics: Production Reporting, Data Interpretation, Dashboards, and Charts

●Production: Process Optimization, SCADA and DCS Handling, Familiarity with the P&ID diagram concept (ability to read and follow such diagrams), and Ability to work with teams and within teams environments.

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