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Latafat Shahveranova

Baku

Summary

Results-oriented Chemical Engineer with extensive experience in the process improvement, quality assurance and manufacturing. Skilled in implementing manufacturing processes, developing production systems and analyzing product designs. Smart and dedicated to cost-saving initiatives and process improvements. Eager to contribute my expertise to drive continuous improvement in chemical engineering processes and achieve excellence in every aspect of production.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Production Engineer

SOCAR Downstream Management
08.2023 - Current

SOCAR HAOR Modernization & Reconstruction Project

For phase I of the project: Responsible for the safe, efficient and optimal commissioning/startup of following units:
Sour Water Stripper-SWS | Sulphur Recovery Unit-SRU | LPG Storage | MTBE production | C4 Hydrogenation


  • Communicated with other team members to enhance process and performance.
  • Trained team on best practices to optimize production and improve quality.
  • Supervised entire production process and prepared proper documentation for dispatch.
  • Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
  • Responsible for operation and maintenance activities to ensure maximum efficiency in existing unit
  • Providing operating procedures for safe operation


Production Engineer

SOCAR Downstream Management
04.2021 - 07.2023
  • Participating in Pre-commissioning/Commissioning and Start-up phases of the refinery
  • Prepared subsection P&ID Diagrams and writing procedures of start-up, shutdown, and normal operation for above mentioned units
  • Delivering trainings about unit operation, control narrative, equipment working principle, transmitters, pumps, PSV types and key interlock system.
  • Made advancements in DCS screens to create control schemes easy to foll
  • Reviewing commissioning procedures and marked-up P&IDs and coordinating activities such as Incinerator/Thermal & Claus reactors dry-out, amine degreasing, catalyst loading and etc.

Process Engineer

SOCAR HAYDAR ALIYEV OIL REFINERY
12.2018 - 03.2021

Haydar Aliyev Oil Refinery Modernization and Revamp Project

  • Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
  • Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
  • Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
  • Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
  • Evaluating design proposals and implementation
  • Doing material / heat balance calculations
  • Other works within the project: preparation collecting and handing over data during the Test Run

Chemical Lab Technician

SOCAR HARDAR ALIYEV OIL REFINERY
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Preparation of reagent solutions and delivery to the required sections
  • Daily analysis of density, viscosity, distillation, flash point, iodine number, amount of chlorides of petroleum products

Chemical Engineer Intern

PETKIM - PETROCHEMICAL COMPLEX
08.2016 - 09.2016
  • Familiarity with the process in each of the units included in the Petkim Petrochemical Complex
  • Getting acquainted with information about the working principle of each unit, process flow diagram, raw materials and products, etc.
  • Evaluated production activities and provided suggestions for quality improvements and cost control.
  • Oversaw solution mixing, distillation, drying and containment processes.
  • Adhered to various Safety Management Protocol standards.

Chemical Engineer Intern

SOCAR, Azerkimya IB, "Ethylene - Polyethylne" Plant
07.2016 - 08.2016
  • To get acquainted with the principle of operation of the unit,
    regulations, process flow diagram in each of the ethylene polyethylene plants.
  • Familiarity with the working principle and equipment of the unit in the field.
  • Evaluated production activities and provided suggestions for quality improvements and cost control.
  • Adhered to various Safety Management Protocol standards.

Education

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering - Oil Processing Technology

Azerbaijan State Oil & Industry University
Baku, Azerbaijan
06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Azerbaijan State Oil & Industry University
Baku, Azerbaijan
06.2017

Skills

  • Communication
  • Self-Motivation
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Multi-tasking
  • Coordination
  • Training
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Research
  • Microsoft Office program
  • Online collaboration Tools
  • Flowchart making
  • AutoCAD Proficiency
  • SAP
  • 3D Models
  • Honeywell HMI Builder

Languages

Azerbaijan
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Turkish
Advanced
C1
Russian
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Chief Production Engineer

SOCAR Downstream Management
08.2023 - Current

Production Engineer

SOCAR Downstream Management
04.2021 - 07.2023

Process Engineer

SOCAR HAYDAR ALIYEV OIL REFINERY
12.2018 - 03.2021

Chemical Lab Technician

SOCAR HARDAR ALIYEV OIL REFINERY
06.2018 - 12.2018

Chemical Engineer Intern

PETKIM - PETROCHEMICAL COMPLEX
08.2016 - 09.2016

Chemical Engineer Intern

SOCAR, Azerkimya IB, "Ethylene - Polyethylne" Plant
07.2016 - 08.2016

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering - Oil Processing Technology

Azerbaijan State Oil & Industry University

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Azerbaijan State Oil & Industry University
Latafat Shahveranova