Surendran LETCHUMANAN
Senior Process Engineer
Sitiawan
Summary
Experienced with process optimization, consistently identifying and implementing improvements that enhance productivity and efficiency. Utilizes advanced engineering methodologies to streamline operations and reduce waste. Strong understanding of project management principles and cross-functional team leadership. Professional engineer with deep expertise in process optimization, quality control, and continuous improvement. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in process design, troubleshooting, and lean manufacturing. Reliable and results-driven, with proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and driving impactful outcomes.
Overview
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3
Languages
3
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Certifications
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Process Engineer
PGEO Edible Oils Sdn. Bhd.
01.2024 - Current
- Lead daily plant operations covering refinery, fractionation, boiler, and wastewater treatment plant (ETP).
- Optimized fuel management through enhanced EFB utilization, decreasing Shell and Fiber dependency. Reduced Shell usage by 3% compared to the prior month.
- Evaluate and optimize boiler combustion performance while resolving challenges such as cyclone choking, ash handling, and vibration
- Managed ETP performance with a focus on enhancing COD reduction efficiency and ensuring regulatory compliance. Realized substantial cost savings by boosting treated m3 from 2.58 to 1.60 RM/m3.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for plant upsets and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure compliance with DOSH requirements including boiler inspections and safety systems.
- Coordinate with external vendors (e.g., Boilermech, Wemark) on maintenance and technical improvements.
- Lead process improvements to enhance plant reliability, efficiency, and cost control.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Led process optimization initiatives, resulting in enhanced production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for oil refining processes.
Process Engineer
Wilmar International
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify and resolve production bottlenecks.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and best practices.
- Assisted production team with technical support during issue resolution.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Developed and optimized process flow diagrams for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues (to discuss on the improvements and project management）
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Analyzed production data to predict trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Reduced downtime by establishing predictive maintenance schedule for critical machinery (Unplanned downtime can be maintained as per KPI, not more than 5hrs in a month)
Education
Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Johor Bahru, 0105-2021
Skills
Wastewater treatment
Steam & Energy Efficiency Improvement
Process optimization
ISO compliance
Plant Operations & Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- Reduced fuel cost through optimization of EFB usage in biomass boiler system.
- Improved wastewater treatment efficiency ensuring consistent discharge compliance.
- Enhanced boiler operation stability through systematic troubleshooting and operational tuning.
- Successfully supported regulatory audits and inspections (DOSH & environmental compliance).
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 21 staff members from various departments
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the PHE replacement project to SHE for better heat recovery from hot oil to cold oil and significantly reduces natural gas usage by 0.5%.
- Noticed energy saving by cutting down the number of blowers in operation for ETP and significantly saves >7000kwh monthly.
Certification
CePIETSO BP (Deparment of Environment) - Expires Jan 2027
Timeline
Grade 2 Steam Engineer (Department of Occupational Safety &Health)- Expires Apr 2028
04-2025
AESP (NIOSH) - Expires Sept 2026
02-2024
CePIETSO BP (Deparment of Environment) - Expires Jan 2027
01-2024
Senior Process Engineer
PGEO Edible Oils Sdn. Bhd.
01.2024 - Current
Process Engineer
Wilmar International
10.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia