Adekunle Lawrence OMONIYI

• Conducted experimental research and extensive data analysis on polymer processing, optimizing materials for improved performance.
• Performed root cause analysis and process evaluations to enhance product development strategies.
• Designed and implemented testing procedures to improve material compatibility and durability.
• Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.

Project Engineering & Process Optimization Role

• Recommended and implemented process equipment modifications, leading improvement projects worth ~$100M.
• Conducted constructability assessments, developed Concept Development Packages (CDP), and reviewed FEED to correct design errors and optimize execution.
• Collaborated with engineers and department heads to resolve project challenges, ensuring timely adjustments and smooth execution.
• Managed change processes (MOC) for new installations and operational shifts.
• Assessed new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance process efficiency and maintain market competitiveness.

Continuous Improvement & Sustainability Role

• Led Kaizen projects in the phenolics plant, cutting waste and saving $1.3M annually in raw materials, chemicals, and utilities.
• Eliminated quality defects in Bisphenol-A production using Lean and Six Sigma, reducing waste by 2 tons/day and stabilizing process parameters.
• Implemented daily GEMBA walks to detect and address process leaks, preventing containment breaches and mitigating toxic release risks.
• Mentored three junior engineers, enhancing their technical skills and professional growth.
• Led sustainability initiatives, collaborating with the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center (SEEC) to oversee and improve the plant sustainability.

Process Engineering & Operation Support Role

• Led 10+ root cause analyses and 50+ risk assessments to resolve plant issues.
• Monitored process equipment, addressed deviations, implemented corrective actions, and prepared performance reports.
• Optimized plant capacity and catalyst performance, increasing reactor conversion by 5% and plant productivity by 30%.
• Reduced raw material usage (2%), energy consumption (5%), water use (5%), and emissions (5%) while ensuring compliance.
• Developed reports and financial models to quantify operational impacts on production.
• Worked with engineering teams and technology licensors to resolve operational challenges.
• Conducted process simulations, hydraulic calculations, and continuous monitoring to troubleshoot and optimize performance.

• Developed a kinetic model of a plug flow reactor for hydrocracking of fuel oil to its fractions
• Designed a HYSYS model for xylene production via trans-alkylation of heavy reformate, optimizing the conversion of refinery waste into xylene isomers
• Achieved a prediction accuracy of 97% and a 5% increase in yield
• Modelled and conducted pilot-scale experiments for natural gas separation from carbon dioxide through adsorption on activated charcoal, optimizing the separation process for efficiency and effectiveness