AYODEJI OLADUNNI AKINGUNLOYE

Chemical Process Engineer/Officer
Akure, NG.

About

A dedicated Chemical Process Engineer/Officer with expertise in production operations, process optimization, and equipment commissioning within the oil and gas industry. Proven ability to lead pre-commissioning, startup, and daily operations of Urea production units, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance plant efficiency, reliability, and safety. Committed to driving operational excellence through process monitoring, troubleshooting, and shutdown coordination in large-scale petrochemical and fertilizer manufacturing plants.

Work

Dangote Fertiliser Limited
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Junior Production and Process Officer

Lekki, Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed daily production operations and process optimization for Urea synthesis and granulation units, ensuring plant efficiency and safety.

Highlights

Coordinated daily plant operations, collaborating with Distribution Control System (DCS) Engineers to ensure seamless production workflows.

Directed and optimized field activities across Urea synthesis and granulation sections, enhancing operational efficiency.

Managed the collection and preparation of critical process samples, ensuring accurate analysis for quality control and process optimization.

Executed precise startup procedures for CO2 compressors, high-pressure ammonia, and carbonate pumps, meticulously monitoring daily process parameters for optimal performance.

Managed and coordinated safe shutdown activities for designated plant sections, facilitating essential maintenance and minimizing downtime.

Partnered with SAIPEM to successfully commission and initiate startup operations for Urea Train 2 and the granulation train, ensuring operational readiness.

Spearheaded comprehensive pre-commissioning activities, including steam/air blowing and weep-hole tests, and coordinated with cross-functional teams (instrumentation, mechanical, construction) for precise process equipment installation.

United C.A.C. High School
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Chemistry Instructor

Akure, Ondo, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive chemistry instruction and academic support to high school students, preparing them for national and international examinations.

Highlights

Developed and delivered engaging chemistry lessons to students, fostering foundational understanding and academic growth.

Tailored instructional methods and materials to meet diverse student academic levels, promoting individualized learning success.

Designed and implemented challenging tasks that significantly boosted student engagement and sustained interest in complex chemistry concepts.

Prepared students for national and international chemistry examinations, contributing to improved performance outcomes.

University of Ibadan
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Graduate Teaching Assistant

Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Summary

Supported undergraduate chemistry education through laboratory instruction, concept explanation, and student assessment.

Highlights

Instructed undergraduate students on proper quantitative and qualitative laboratory techniques, enhancing their practical experimental skills.

Facilitated engaging learning environments, delivering foundational chemistry concepts to undergraduate students.

Provided constructive feedback on lab reports and offered direct guidance during laboratory activities, improving student comprehension and performance.

Education

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Master of Science

Chemistry

Obafemi Awolowo University – Ile-Ife
Ile-Ife, Osun, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science

Chemistry

Awards

ALX-Africa / Mastercard Foundation Software Engineering Scholarship

Awarded By

ALX-Africa / Mastercard Foundation

Awarded a $40,000 scholarship for Software Engineering studies, recognizing academic potential and commitment to technical development.

Publications

Characterization and adsorptive evaluation of chemically modified Miracle berry (Synsepalum dulcificum) leaf powder adsorbent as a scavenger towards anionic dye. Applied Water Science.

Published by

Applied Water Science

Summary

Authored research (under review) on the characterization and adsorptive evaluation of chemically modified Miracle berry leaf powder adsorbent for anionic dye removal, contributing to sustainable water treatment solutions.

Languages

English

Skills

Safety & Compliance

Operational Excellence, Safety Management.

Process Engineering

Production Operations, Process Optimization, Equipment Commissioning, Pre-commissioning, Startup Operations, Shutdown Coordination, Process Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Plant Efficiency, Reliability, Urea Synthesis, Granulation.

Technical Systems & Tools

Distribution Control System (DCS), SAIPEM.

Laboratory & Analysis

Process Sample Analysis, Quantitative Techniques, Qualitative Techniques, Laboratory Instruction, Lab Report Grading.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration, Coordination, Stakeholder Management.

Chemical Operations

CO2 Compressor Operations, High-Pressure Ammonia Systems, Carbonate Pumps, Steam Blowing, Air Blowing, Weep-hole Testing, Process Equipment Installation.

Education & Instruction

Curriculum Development, Lesson Delivery, Student Assessment, Examination Preparation, Individualized Instruction.

Projects

Synthesis of Geopolymer Adsorbent

Summary

Research project focused on the synthesis of geopolymer adsorbent materials for the effective removal of pharmaceuticals and heavy metals from aqueous solutions.