Thigan Pillay

Experience

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  AECI Specialty Chemicals

  Jul 2021 - Feb 2022

  Vacation Student

  I spent my vacation period at AECI based in Chloorkop to gain experience in the field that I am pursuing.

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  Sappi

  Jun 2023 - now

  Acting Process Engineer responsible for Cooking, Screening, Washing and, Bleaching circuits associated with the production of Dissolving Pulp.Responsibilities:• Review and modify P&ID's, process descriptions and functional descriptions.• Conducted root cause analysis, HAZOP studies and detailed risk assessments.• Develop and support change management to ensure higher production, improve sustainability and maintain consistency of quality standards.• Assist with day-to-day quality analysis and achieve results through troubleshooting, plant optimisation and focus on plant stability.• Evaluate and compare alternatives and technologies when supporting the design and implementation of solutions.• Data analysis through analytical reviews and historical trends.• Employ Lean Six Sigma principles.• Identify an implement profit improvement projects.• Create/update Best Operating Practices.• Control loop tuning.• Assist with quarterly and annual shut planning.• Review mass and energy balances.• Research and development.• Energy forum member. Show less

  • Acting Process Engineer

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Process Engineer In Training

    Jun 2023 - now