Process

Nathan (Kanthimathinathan) Ramiah

Senior Process Engineer

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Accomplished Process Engineering and Project Management professional with 30+ years of international experience across Oil & Gas, Refining, and Petrochemical industries in Western, Middle Eastern, and Asian regions. Brings a strong blend of technical expertise and leadership, with over 10 years in refinery projects and technical services and more than 20 years in senior managerial roles in EPC/leading client PMT coordination for fast-track FEED and billion- dollar EPC projects.

Proven expertise in:

• Oil Recovery & Production: Secondary/tertiary recovery, well-gathering satellite facilities, pipelines and oil batteries.

• Refinery Processes: Atmospheric & Vacuum Distillation, Reforming, Hydro-desulfurization, Merox Treating, FCC, Vis-breaking, Thermal Cracking (Bitumen), Lube Oil Extraction, Dewaxing, Wax De-oiling, Flare Gas Recovery.

• Gas Processing: Liquid recovery, LPG recovery using Turbo expander cryogenic processes, Refrigeration systems, NGL fractionation, Condensate stabilization and storage. Green Energy projects- Decarbonation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Sour gas Amine sweetening plant, Superclaus Sulfur recovery plants, tail gas recovery using Scot process and Sulphur palletizing and liquid Sulphur transportation.

• Petrochemicals: Ethylene/Propylene separation, BTX recovery, Coker units for middle distillates.

• Water Treatment: Advanced processes for refinery and industrial wastewater management. Recognized Technical Authority for government-led high-technology groups, contributing to:

• Refinery operational excellence committees.

• Establishing and monitoring national energy benchmark standards.

• Environmental regulation compliance (air emissions, effluent treatment, solid waste, and marine disposal). Creative problem-solver with strengths in process design, cost-reduction strategies, energy optimization, and troubleshooting. Holds a record of patented innovations, published technical papers, and award-winning contributions to refinery and petrochemical operations. Well-versed in international codes and standards (API, Saudi Aramco, KOC, ADNOC HSE), with extensive experience collaborating with multidisciplinary, multicultural teams to deliver operational and project excellence. Core Competencies

• Commissioning & Start-Up Utilities & Wastewater Facilities

• Contract & Risk Management CPM Scheduling Cost Control

• Client, Contractor & Subcontractor Relations

• Engineering Design (Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed)

• Process Safety (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL, SIMOPS)

• Project Execution Plan QA/QC Compliance

• Innovative and creative Process Optimization & Troubleshooting

• Regulatory Compliance Safety & Quality Assurance

• Leadership & Mentoring Multidisciplinary Teams

Professional Experience

Prozus Inc. – Calgary, Canada

Engineering Consultant (Remote) 2024 – Present

• Led revamp project on oily sludge drying, enhancing energy recovery with generated off-gas.

• Optimized overall system efficiency by 20% through benchmarking against industry standards.

• Reviewed/validated technical specs, safety protocols & regulatory requirements for compliance.

• Developed proposals outlining solutions to improve efficiency, cost reduction, and profitability.

• Fostered collaboration with clients and teams to strengthen project execution and workplace harmony. Equinox Engineering Ltd – Calgary, AB, Canada

Process-Project Manager / Specialist 2021 – 2023 & 2013 – 2016

• Executed conceptual, FEED & detailed design for oil, gas, and water treatment projects.

• Designed carbon capture & reinjection systems and methanol injection systems for hydrate prevention.

• Directed process teams by setting deadlines, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance.

• Managed scope changes and contract variations through formal change order procedures.

• Led projects as both Project Manager and Process Lead, ensuring safe, cost-effective completion.

• Conducted 3D model reviews, HAZOP, SIL, and constructability assessments at major milestones. Kuwait Oil Company – Kuwait

Engineering Specialist 2017 – 2021

• Directed commissioning & performance testing of $10B Heavy Oil Project.

• Improved oil production by enhancing steam dryness from 60% to >95%.

• Demonstrated feasibility of 25% capacity increase with no plant modifications.

• Identified bottlenecks and recommended auxiliary systems, achieving 50% additional throughput.

• Mentored 10 engineers through weekly training on good practices and industry trends. BlackPearl Resources – Calgary, Canada

Engineering Manager 2011 – 2013

• Directed Pre-FEED, FEED & Detailed Design for a 20K bbl/day SAGD facility and pads.

• Led pre-construction planning, including execution plans, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and scheduling.

• Administered construction management activities, ensuring alignment between subcontractors, procurement, and logistics.

• Delivered $110M in savings through innovative process selection and capital cost reduction strategies.

• Oversaw project documentation, contracts, change orders, and compliance for safe execution.

• Directed financial oversight of a $1B project, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability. Wood Group – Calgary, AB, Canada

Lead Process Engineer 2006 – 2011

• Executed design, equipment selection, commissioning, and startup for EOR initiatives (ASP, solvent injection, CO capture).

• Achieved 40% engineering cost reduction on Husky project via unique execution strategies.

• Delivered 25% capital cost savings on Mooney ASP project through innovative measures.

• Designed ASP Soda Ash storage facilities, recognized as a benchmark in Canada.

• Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering optimized and cost-effective solutions. Saudi Aramco – Eastern Province, KSA

Senior Process Lead 1999 – 2006

• Led feasibility studies, design reviews, commissioning & optimization for $500M–$1B projects.

• Commissioned super clause sulfur recovery unit at Berri Gas Plant when licensors withdrew.

• Diagnosed startup freezing issues in Ethane Liquefaction Unit resolved in 2 weeks, saving $300K annually.

• Revitalized Reverse Osmosis water purifier, cutting operating costs by $350K annually.

• Achieved 15–30% capital cost savings by executing value engineering studies on major projects. Chennai Petroleum Corp. Ltd (CPCL) – India

Manager Process & Technical Executive to CEO 1989 – 1999

• Provided support to optimize the operation of CPCL complex 140,000 bpd main crude refinery units.

• Carried out FEED, Detail Engineering review for CPCL Cauvery basin 20,000 bpd grassroots refinery and Sour gas processing facilities.

• Commissioned 20,000 bpd grassroots refinery, including utilities, WWTP & sour gas processing facilities.

• Supported refinery operations including Naphtha reforming, Ethylene and BTX separation.

• Coordinated and conducted Solomon studies on lube oil extractor performance evaluation.

• Led energy benchmark studies for seven refineries and suggested ways for improvement.

• Developed an “Indigenous simulation model” that predicted the Lube oil solvent extractor performance and won Centre for Scientific and Industrial Research prestigious award.

• Delivered $2.5M cost savings via innovative crude blending strategies.

• Led Turnaround inspection and Air / Water pollution control and sustained the refinery licensing.

• Supported refinery CEO with technical and managerial initiatives across multiple facilities. Education

M.Sc. Petroleum Refinery Engineering & Petrochemicals – IIT, India (GPA 8.95) B.Eng. Chemical Engineering – Annamalai University, India (GPA 7.44) Certifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) – Saskatchewan, Canada

• ISO 9000 Internal Auditor (TÜV)

• Associate Value Engineering Specialist – SAVE International USA

• Risk Assessment for Process Industries

• Introduction to Six Sigma.

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Pursuing)

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