Experience:
Senior Process Engineer
Universal Link of Auckland | Jan 2025 – Present | Auckland, NZ
• Lead process design, optimisation, and R&D initiatives in refuse-derived fuel (RDF), end-of-life battery recycling, and tyre recycling, driving both plant-scale improvements and pilot-scale technology validation.
• Conduct applied research and develop new recycling methodologies (chemical, thermal, and mechanical), translating laboratory findings into scalable industrial processes
Carbon, Energy and Process Optimisation Engineer
Energy NZ | Jul 2021 – Dec 2024 | Auckland, NZ
• Carbon Reduction and Energy Efficiency: Conducts carbon audits, implements emission reduction strategies, and optimises energy use to minimise environmental impact and meet regulatory standards.
• Process Optimisation: Analyses and improves industrial processes for greater efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness, often using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
Education:
PhD in Chemical Engineering – University of Auckland, NZ (2020)
Design & simulation of energy storage systems
• MSc in Chemical Engineering – Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran (2012)
Mathematical Modelling of Gas Separation Process
• BSc in Chemical Engineering – Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran (2009)
Mathematical Modelling of DME Production
Skills:
Process Design & Simulation
Drafting PFDs, P&ID
Process Optimisation
R&D
Safety & Compliance
Additionally:
Senior Process Engineer with 8+ years of design and R&D experience in chemical engineering, specialising in refuse-derived fuel (RDF), battery recycling, tyre recycling, and energy storage systems. Proficient in Aspen HYSYS, ASPEN Plus, MATLAB, and DWSIM for process design and simulation. Skilled in producing PFDs, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and scaling laboratory innovation into industrial processes. Strong background in HAZOP and sustainability-driven process optimisation. Seeking a remote/global design chemical engineering role where I can apply technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration experience.
