Entry‑level Engineer with hands‑on experience in catalyst development, utility
system installation, and safety‑focused laboratory and industrial operations. Skilled in ASPEN Plus/HYSYS, ANSYS, and advanced catalyst testing techniques (BET, SEM, XRD, GC). Strong foundation in SHEQ practices, ISO 9001/14001/45001 compliance, incident reporting, and risk assessment methodologies (LOPA, HAZOP). Demonstrated ability to support safety culture initiatives, maintain accurate SHEQ documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement in quality and operational performance. Known for strong communication, analytical thinking, and a disciplined approach to safe work execution in research and industrial environments.
Professional Experience
Catalyst Development Research Apprentice
KFUPM – PCRC, Dhahran 2024 – 2025
• Developed and tested new catalyst variations in collaboration with the Petroleum
Conversion and Research Centre.
• Optimized ethylbenzene-to-styrene conversion via dehydrogenation, improving
catalyst performance.
• Conducted BET, SEM, XRD, GC, and pore volume analysis for catalyst characterization.
• Prepared technical reports and presented findings to senior researchers, strengthening
technical communication skills.
• Supported troubleshooting of experimental bottlenecks and contributed to root cause
analysis during testing phases.
Utility Systems Installation Engineer
ENRUN, Hyderabad 2022 – 2023
• Performed utility consumption calculations, pump selection, tank sizing, and line
sizing inputs for mechanical teams.
• Reviewed and interpreted PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment datasheets to ensure
compliance with project and customer standards.• Coordinated with internal engineering, procurement, and installation teams to meet project KPIs and deadlines.
• Assisted in resolving customer queries related to mechanical design and utility
systems.
• Supported warranty-related technical clarifications and documentation.
• Identified system bottlenecks and proposed proactive solutions to improve installation
efficiency
Education
King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
Master’s Degree – Petrochemical Engineering 2023 – 2025
Relevant Coursework: Crude to Chemicals (C2C), Heterogeneous Catalysis, Fluidized Bed
Reactor Design, Polymer Synthesis.
Osmania University
Bachelor’s Degree – Mechanical Engineering 2018 – 2022
Relevant Coursework: Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Stress Analysis,
CAD.
Skills
• API Standards • Customer Standards Compliance • Mechanical Drawings
Interpretation • RCA & Troubleshooting • QMS Awareness • KPI-driven Work Approach
• ASPEN Plus / HYSYS • Catalyst Testing • ANSYS • Python • PFDs & P&IDs • Equipment Datasheets • LOPA • HAZOP • Cross-functional Coordination • Technical Presentations • Customer Training Support • WordPress • Excel • Effective Communication • Bilingual (Urdu & English)
Certifications
• ASPEN Academic Certified User – Aspen Plus
• SAChE® ELA974 – Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis
• SAChE® ELA988 – Damage Mechanisms, Asset Integrity & Reliability
• SAChE® ELA980 – LOPA Quantitative Risk Analysis
• Introduction to Programming using Python – Udemy