J M Kumar

Process engineering professional with 17+ years across oil & gas, petrochemicals, fertilizers and utilities, with a strong track record in technical service delivery: process simulation, commissioning/startup ownership through guarantee/performance testing, HAZOP/P&ID reviews, root-cause troubleshooting, and technology transfer to field and customer teams. Hands-on expertise in Aspen Plus and Aspen HYSYS for process modeling, optimization, and troubleshooting, closely paralleling the simulation and performance-solution work central to a Technology Services role. Proven ability to act as the technical bridge between field operations, engineering, and R&D/design teams — translating operating data into design and process improvements.

Strong record of building training materials, SOPs, and mentoring 50+ engineers, directly matching the training-delivery and technology-transfer accountabilities of this role.

Senior Engineer — Production at Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), Eastern Offshore Asset (2014-06 – Present)

• Directed commissioning and startup of gas sweetening plants from pre-commissioning through performance testing, achieving >98% uptime while ensuring strict HSE compliance.
• Used Aspen HYSYS/Aspen Plus for process simulation, optimization, and troubleshooting of gas processing and utility systems.
• Led 20+ HAZOP and risk assessments and managed MOC processes end-to-end, maintaining zero-LTI operations for five consecutive years.
• Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and implemented corrective/preventive actions, enhancing plant reliability and reducing recurrence of process upsets.
• Diagnosed and resolved amine foaming, corrosion, and scaling issues, extending equipment life through chemical treatment strategies.
• Developed SOPs, operating manuals, and training materials for shutdowns and emergency handling, reducing unplanned downtime by 20%.
• Mentored 50+ junior engineers and operators, building technical competence in process troubleshooting and facility optimization.
• Collaborated across reservoir, drilling, pipeline, and production teams to align technical solutions with operational and commercial goals.
• Optimized utilities and energy consumption, improving Plant Load Factor by 8% and reducing auxiliary power usage by 10%.

Senior Production Engineer at Asian Peroxides Limited (2011-12 – 2014-05)

• Managed production operations and utilities systems for a hydrogen peroxide plant, ensuring safe and efficient execution.
• Directed commissioning/startup of utilities facilities, enabling smooth operational transitions.
• Optimized energy consumption and utilities balance, improving plant efficiency and reducing OPEX.
• Supported field troubleshooting and test runs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Panel Operator — Ammonia Plant at Nagarjuna Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd (2004-03 – 2005-06)

• Operated ammonia plant utilities and process systems, ensuring safe and reliable production.
• Conducted mass & energy balances, emergency handling, and plant troubleshooting to support production optimization.
• Ensured compliance with API/NFPA/ASME standards, contributing to Operations Integrity and risk management.

Panel Operator — Ammonia Plant at Nagarjuna Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd (2010-03 – 2011-11)

• Operated ammonia plant utilities and process systems, ensuring safe and reliable production.
• Conducted mass & energy balances, emergency handling, and plant troubleshooting to support production optimization.
• Ensured compliance with API/NFPA/ASME standards, contributing to Operations Integrity and risk management.

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering – Andhra University (2005 – 2010)

Diploma in Chemical Engineering – Govt. Polytechnic, Visakhapatnam (2000 – 2004)

Diploma in Industrial Safety – Annamalai University (2016 – 2017)

PG Diploma in Energy & Environmental Management – APPC (2017 – 2018)