Kou Ma
Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
Summary
A passionate process engineer, a catalyst for process improvement and optimization, and a change agent for energy transition.
LinkedIn URL: www.linkedin.com/in/kou-ma
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Work Experience
Technologist Aug 2018 - Present
Shell Singapore Pte Ltd Singapore• As the Ethylene Cracker Technologist, championed multiple capital projects to improve unit reliability, performance and realize growth opportunities, including online analyser for process control optimization (VIR = 16.47, NPV = USD 5mil), and design improvement for the Charge Gas Compressor system
• Provided every-ready and robust support to day-to-day operations as well as Turnaround and Commissioning in various process units, such as light gas processing, hydro-processing, aromatics recovery, and led in the resolution of legacy issues such as furnace startup reliability, chemical injection pump failure, heat exchanger under-deposit corrosion, solvent regen system fouling etc. Recognized with Shell SVP Award 2022 for strong operations support
Education
Bachelor Of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical Engineering) Aug 2014 - Jul 2018
Nanyang Technological University SingaporeOther Skills
Kou Ma's Skill Profile
Technologist @ Shell Singapore Pte Ltd
When I was working at Shell Singapore Pte Ltd (Aug 2018 - Present), I demonstrated the Continuous Improvement skill when I was responsible for leading the site cost competitiveness journey. To tackle this challenge, I proactively engage stakeholders to materialize ground-up initiatives to deliver benefits. As a result, I managed to achieve over 100 million overall cost savings for the site.
Q&A with Kou Ma
What has been the most challenging situation you have ever faced at work and how did you overcome it?
Startup from a turnaround is the most challenging situation and its a lot of pressure because of the schedule impact. We worked as one team to resolve startup issues and delivered the best outcomes for the site - rewarded with bonuses of course.
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What excites you about the field that you are in?
Process engineering is a very specialized field where chemical engineers are in high demand. We understand the technical and engineering fundamentals, and equipped with simulation tools to help us improve and optimize performance of plants.
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What excites you about the industry you are in?
We live in a world of energy transition where we need to provide more and cleaner energy solutions for the everyday needs. The energy transition brings about challenges and opportunities for us, and an exiciting career path ahead.
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What achievements in your career are you most proud of?
Winner of the Shell Chemicals Products SVP Award 2022 as individual winner.
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