Ayan Vashistha

Ayan Vashistha

A versatile and performance-driven energy professional with 4.5 years of progressive experience, currently serving as a Senior Production Engineer in the Refinery Division at Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). A Chemical Engineering graduate from the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT)—an Institute established along the lines of the IITs—who has a strong analytical foundation, evidenced by a rank among the top 1.2 percentile in IIT JEE Advanced 2016, with hands-on expertise in refinery and petrochemical operations, process optimization and plant commissioning. Professional interests center on renewable energy, sustainable growth, refinery integration with petrochemicals; the goal is to leverage technical acumen to drive strategic innovation within the global energy sector. This drive is complemented by a competitive and strategic mindset, nurtured by passions for football, tennis, and Formula 1.

Work Experience:

4.5 Years

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Work Experience

Indian oil Corporation ltd.

  • Senior Production Engineer with hands-on experience in the commissioning and optimization of a 680 KTA polypropylene plant. Played a pivotal role in P&ID review with licensors, first-time production of imported polymer grades in India, and process scheme modifications delivering multi-crore savings. Experienced in new catalyst trials, HAZOP studies, and SWOT analysis, driving operational excellence, process optimization, and cost-efficient innovation.
Accomplishments
Education
B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with a CGPA of 8.3/10 with specialization in Plant Design, Refinery Operations, and Polymer Technology.
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