Muhammad Iqbal

Experience

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  Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2018

  Undergraduate

  Development of Hydrophobic Membrane with Anti-Wettability Characteristics (FYP)•Synthesis of flat sheet PVDF-HFP membrane incorporating nanoparticles for improved hydrophobicity in membrane contactor application•Operate various analytical equipment including Goniometer, Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)Design of Catalytic Reforming Plant (Plant Design)•Spearheaded a team to design catalytic reforming plant to produce 80 KTPA of high RON reformate that meets with Euro V specification•Major contribution on plant simulation (iCON), overall plant mass and heat balance and PFD/P&ID drawingsSecretary 1 Rakan Masjid (Student Support Unit)•Design and manage planner for the organization throughout the year•Established human capital development plan for members' added value skills in the organization•Leading Secretary Office consisting of 15 members in managing Human Resource ManagementOther notable extracurricularSecretary, Experting the Experts 2017Secretary, Smart Huffaz 2014/15Head of Public Relations Department iFEST 2016Public Relations Department iFEST 2015Smart Group Facilitator (Minggu Aluan Siswa)Organising Committee for Karnival Ibn Auf Peringkat KebangsaanSmart Huffaz Facilitator for Khemah Ibadah Show less

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  PETRONAS

  Sept 2017 - Apr 2018

  Trainee (Operations)

  8-months internship key achievements• Successfully established systemization filing for various equipment and vessels for turnaround strategy e.g. work packs, planner, rescue & ventilation plans. • Experienced as sole Permit-To-Work Tracker during turnaround in ensuring tight compliance and smooth work progress. • Developed PFD & P&ID mastery for Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program and on-site Not-Fit-For-Service line verification. • Excellent experience in on-site plant daily routines and troubleshooting e.g. reactor startup, mech repairs and actively involved during major plant shutdowns and startups with technicians and engineer that enhanced experience and knowledge in operations. • Familiarized with Yokogawa DCS (Distributed Control System) operations control.Internship Project - Polymer Enhancement HD5403AA•Involved in analysis of new product study to match competitor’s spec in terms of quality and operational side i.e. optimizing reactor condition, additive concentration and extruder parametersVolunteerism•Project MATTRACS at Warehouse of PC Polyethylene•EcoCare Open Day with communities•NGO Programs with local communities in Kerteh e.g. fundraising, charity events and engagements Show less

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  Integrated Process Solutions Sdn Bhd

  May 2019 - Jul 2019

  Apprentice Engineer

  Apprentice Engineer in Process/Process Safety functional area. Provide and assist on process/safety drawings for offshore platforms. Involved in CFD simulation of a metering skid using ANSYS-Fluent.

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  Polyplastics

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2022

  Utility Engineer

  1. Manage day-to-day utilities section operation including fire-tube boilers, steam letdown facility, compressed air, nitrogen system, demineralization unit, water system, packaged chiller and wastewater treatment plant. 2. Manage and rectify problems, perform troubleshooting and offers solution and preventive action. 3. Manage MOC & CAPEX implementation related to Utility section.4. Prepare standard operating procedure, work instruction, operation memo, training material and conduct training to shift personnel. 5. Liaise with other sections (process) and supplier (PGB, Gas Malaysia) regarding related section activities or operational issues. Notable Roles & Achievement Steam Supply Cost Reduction (July 2019 – Nov 2020) i. Oversee CAPEX proposals and project delivery from engineering design (process discipline), construction phase, commissioning and operation of new steam letdown & condensate facility. ii. Manage commissioning, operation milestones and reporting to Top Management.iii. Integrate and coordinate pre-commissioning activities e.g. steam blowing with steam supplier counterparts. iv. Lead Commissioning Engineer for steam transitioning activity from 100 TPH fire-tube boilers to external steam supply network. v. Responsible for the MOC of boiler decommissioning and preservation plan. Water System Improvement (July 2019 – Feb 2021) i. Oversee CAPEX proposals and project delivery from engineering design (process discipline) to the construction phase for new water storage of 6000 M3 and integration of industrial water supply network within plants. ii. Lead Commissioning Engineer for flushing activity and equipment readiness. Other CAPEX initiatives and experiences:- Improvement of PSA (Nitrogen) by feed air drying pre-treatment- Steam quality (amine) monitoring via Cation IC- Installation of TOC Analyzer for WWTP & condensate system- Change of steam treatment from amine to ammonia based Show less

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  BASF PETRONAS Chemicals Sdn. Bhd.

  Sept 2022 - now

  • Monitoring and Diagnostic Center - Site Reliability

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Technology and Process Optimization - Operational Excellence

    Sept 2022 - Mar 2024