MOHAMED SOBHI AHMED SHEHATA
Process Engineer
Menofia
Summary
Process Engineer with 5+ years of experience in petroleum refining and utilities, supporting process design, optimization, start-up, and commissioning activities. Strong background in developing Heat & Material Balances, Aspen HYSYS simulations, process calculations, equipment performance evaluation, and safety studies (HAZOP, Risk Assessment). Experienced in interfacing between operations, maintenance, and engineering teams, with the ability to support EPC and Asset Based Service projects across the full project lifecycle. Strong knowledge of upstream oil & gas treatment processes, including crude oil separation and stabilization & gas dehydration and compression systems.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Process Engineer
MIDOR Refinery
12.2020 - Current
- Developed and validated process calculations, Heat & Material Balances, and simulation models using Aspen HYSYS to support unit optimization and design decisions.
- Oversee and coordinate engineering materials, equipment, and facilities related to refining units, ensuring alignment with maintenance and reliability standards.
- Lead continuous process improvement initiatives, leveraging Aspen HYSYS simulations to optimize operational parameters, increase catalyst life, and achieve product quality targets.
- Implement and enforce rigorous safety measures and standards, adhering to SOPs, SOCs, and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborate in refinery product planning and development by managing hydrogen consumption and sulfur removal processes to meet both environmental regulations and market specifications.
- Conduct thorough inspections, testing, and operational reporting during turnarounds, ensuring equipment integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation, including technical reports and root cause analyses, to facilitate decision-making and continuous improvement across refinery units.
- Played a key role in the start-up and commissioning of the new Sulfur Recovery Unit, ensuring smooth and safe operational integration.
- Collaborated with maintenance and reliability teams to minimize unplanned shutdowns and enhance equipment availability.
- Enforced Emergency Shutdown (ESD) protocols in coordination with safety teams.
- Led turnaround activities including catalyst handling, unit inspection, and controlled start-up/shutdown operations.
- Performing process-engineering calculations and establish performance-monitoring programs.
- Developed and reviewed Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and contributed to Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) in coordination with operations and maintenance teams.
- Performed hydraulic and thermal evaluations for process and utility systems, supporting steady-state and transient operation analysis.
- Defined process data and operating envelopes for key equipment (reactors, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, vessels).
- Participated in HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, and Risk Assessment workshops, providing process safety input aligned with international engineering standards.
- Supported start-up and commissioning activities, ensuring process compliance with design intent and safety requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Petroleum Refining and Petrochemicals Engineering - undefined
Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Engineering, Suez University
01-2019
Skills
Process Optimization & Troubleshooting
Aspen HYSYS Simulation
Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
Turnaround Planning & Execution
SOP & SOC Implementation
Advanced user of Microsoft Office applications, including Office 365 suite
Refinery Process Units (Hydrotreating, Sulfur Recovery)
DCS Control & Operations
Technical Documentation & Reporting
HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, Risk Assessment
Certification
Aspen HYSYS Simulation Training
Site Training & Industrial Exposure
- Middle East Oil Refinery (MIDOR)
- Gained hands-on experience in advanced refining technologies including hydrocracking and hydrotreating processes.
- Observed operations of modern refining units and control systems with a focus on product quality and environmental compliance.
- Participated in sessions on operational safety and maintenance strategies.
- Cairo Oil Refining Company (CORC)
- Acquired practical knowledge of refinery operations including atmospheric and vacuum distillation units.
- Studied process flow and troubleshooting techniques for hydrotreating and reforming units.
- Engaged in fieldwork monitoring equipment performance to ensure adherence to operational standards.
Timeline
Process Engineer
MIDOR Refinery
12.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Petroleum Refining and Petrochemicals Engineering - undefined
Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Engineering, Suez University