Saikumar Bandari

Experience

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  Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd

  May 2018 - Jun 2018

  Summer Internship

  ● Played a pivotal role as an Intern at Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Limited, specializing in gas dehydration processes to mitigate hydrate formation in natural gas pipelines. Utilized Tri Ethylene Glycol in a continuous counter-current absorption setup, ensuring optimal moisture removal and safeguarding operational integrity.● Acquired hands-on experience and in-depth understanding of onshore gas terminal unit operations, encompassing gas sweetening, dehydration, dew point depression, sulphur recovery, condensate stabilization, raw water treatment, and effluent treatment, consolidating expertise in various facets of oil and gas processing. ● Demonstrated a proactive approach by developing and refining work instructions, integrating engineering specifications and process changes to uphold consistent quality and safety standards, while actively participating in operational enhancements to boost efficiency and productivity Show less

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  CSIR-INDIAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY

  May 2019 - Jul 2019

  Water Treatment Research Intern

  Intensified Liquid-Liquid Extraction of Acetic Acid In a Packed Column● Engineered an innovative research project at CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology focused on intensifying liquid-liquid extraction methods for acetic acid removal from wastewater, achieving extraction efficiencies of up to 90% while significantly reducing process time and solvent consumption by 20%. ● Utilized advanced solvent screening methodologies and data analysis techniques, including Hand, Othmer, and Ishida correlations, to identify Toluene and Ethyl acetate as optimal solvents for the extraction process, significantly contributing to the reduction of industrial wastewater contamination and enhancing environmental sustainability. ● Demonstrated exceptional research skills and project management abilities by independently managing the project, from experimental design to timely completion, and collaborated effectively with a principal scientist, resulting in interdisciplinary knowledge exchange and presentation of findings at prestigious industry conferences and seminars. Show less

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  University College Of Technology, Osmania University, Hyderabad

  Aug 2019 - Apr 2020

  Project on Manufacturing of Para Xylene

  ● Conducted research on Para Xylene manufacturing methods, selecting Catalytic Reforming of Naphtha as the optimal approach for producing ortho, meta, and para-xylenes along with ethyl benzene. ● I created comprehensive Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Process and instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) to detail the operational framework of a plant designed for these products, incorporating a full mass and energy balance. ● I utilized chemical engineering principles for the design of a full-scale plant for the production of Para Xylene, showcasing the application of academic knowledge to practical engineering solutions. Show less

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  Swansea University

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  Design Project -Production of Glyphosate (Pilot scale)

  ● Investigated three methods for producing Glyphosate, focusing on the DEA process for its environmental benefits and cost-effectiveness. Determined global demand and potential market shifts with cheaper production alternatives. ● Utilised Aspen Plus and Microsoft Visio for process design and optimisation, producing 166 kgs of Glyphosate daily. Conducted economic, safety, and hazard analyses to establish a sustainable production method. ● Overcame optimisation and quality challenges through extensive research, collaboration, and simulation, demonstrating the importance of persistence and analytical problem-solving in chemical engineering. Show less

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  Swansea University

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022

  Dissertation Project

  Rheological Evaluation of Vegan Food Substitutes: Gelatin vs Vegi Gel.● Evaluated Vegi Gel as a Gelatine alternative through rheological testing, comparing their flow and deformation properties. Found Vegi Gel's viscosity and strain stiffening behaviours similar to Gelatine, indicating its suitability as a replacement in food formulations. Enhanced skills in research, innovation, rheometry, and practical communication.