Abhishek Kumar

Abhishek Kumar

11 Years 9 Months Overall Experience
Technical consultant with over 11 years of experience in optimizing energy operations, process design, feasibility studies, financial modeling, refining technology selection, program management, GHG reduction and bid process management. Led teams of 15 members and managed multiple stakeholders across 11+ projects. Currently pursuing an MBA at IIM Indore to enhance business management acumen, leverage engineering expertise, and drive transformative innovations in energy transition and sustainability

Functional Areas

             

Education

IIM Indore
MBA

2024-2025

Rajiv Gandhi Institute Of Petroleum Technology
B-Tech

2008-2012

Accomplishment

Quality Circle
Led a 5-member team to rank 2nd out of 30 teams in EIL’s Quality Circle project, nominated by HODs across all departments, for delivering impactful problem-solving and process improvements.
Knowledge Management
Awarded a letter of appreciation by the Executive Director for contributions to the knowledge management initiative at EIL.

Certification

Carbon Footprint
CII Certified Professional in Carbon footprint

2024

CSPO
Certified Scrum Product Owner by Scrum Alliance

2024

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt by KPMG

2024

Experience

Engineers India Limited

11 Years 9 Months

Manager

Jul'12 - Mar'24

Propylene De-hydrogenation and Poly-Propylene Petrochemical Project

  • Optimized capital and operating costs by 5% for a INR 19,000 crore project, improving overall feasibility and financial performance.

  • Led a team of 5 members & collaborated with 5 cross functional teams to conduct technical and financial analysis to assess project feasibility.

  • Enabled clients to select the most reliable and cost-effective technology providers by developing financial models to assess NPV and IRR for potential technology providers.

 

Cauvery Basin Refinery Project

  • Led a 15-member engineering team and coordinated with 8 cross-functional departments to deliver a Crude Distillation Unit process design package within a tight timeline, successfully avoiding Liquidated Damages and received appreciation mail from the client.

  • Reduced the specific energy consumption of the Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) by 3%, outperforming the latest EIL CDU design.

  • Saved 8% of assigned man-hours (INR 40 lakhs) and enhanced interdepartmental communication by implementing Smart Plant 3D software.

  • Achieved streamlined project execution and enhanced client satisfaction by coordinating with all process unit teams, ensuring design consistency and high-quality standards, and effectively aligning with client needs.

  • Reduced manhours by 30% and delivered a zero-revision design by applying repeat engineering practices.

 

Process Optimization, Energy Efficiency, and Cost-Saving Initiatives

  • Boosted plant revenue by INR 32 Crore by resolving LPG slippage into fuel gas in the Crude distillation unit.

  • Achieved annual savings of INR 35 Crore by implementing a heat pump and process flow optimization in the propylene recovery unit.

  • Increased operating capacity by 30% by conducting a process adequacy check for the units to accommodate changes in feed, identifying bottlenecks, and proposing remedial measures.

  • Reduced power consumption by 6.5% (1.9 MW) in the hydrocracker unit and lowering the carbon footprint (Scope-1) by 1.37 TPH.

  • Achieved 21% savings in man-months and reduced review cycle time by 50% for the steam, power, and Boiler Feed Water design system.

  • Improved the energy intensity index of the Mega Refinery (20 MMTPA) by conducting a study to optimize steam, power, and fuel demand.

 

Business development

  • Developed a compelling strategic plan to secure a mega petrochemical project worth INR 800 crore in collaboration with the Director (Projects), Director (Technical), and CMD.

  • Generated an additional INR 4 Crore in revenue by identifying deficiencies in the client's existing business processes, raising awareness, and successfully expanding the project scope.

 

Site Assistance

  • Led fast-paced commissioning teams for multiple projects (e.g., BCPL, PDPP, MSBP), working closely with the client, operations, and technical services teams to accelerate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Identified and assessed bottlenecks, implementing effective solutions to ensure on-time completion.

  • Provided technical assistance by addressing site queries, prioritizing activities, and coordinating with vendors and departments to ensure smooth project execution.