Paul Egharevba

About

Chemical engineer with experience in process operations, plant engineering, and industrial production. Focused on process optimization, plant operations, continuous improvement, and safe, efficient engineering solutions supporting the energy transition.

Experience

• Thesis researcher
  Institute of Process Engineering · Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, DE
  Jun 2025 – Jan 2026

  Analyzed and defined process conditions that trigger early-stage agglomeration and influence coating behavior during aerosol-based particle processing. Developed parameter-driven control strategies using temperature, gas flow rate, and concentration data to map and optimize the critical transition zone in particle formulation operations.

• Energy Engineer
  Ministry of Energy and Water Resources · Benin City, NG
  Aug 2016 – Dec 2021

  Monitored and analyzed energy consumption, water infrastructure performance, and utility operations across public water facilities; implemented energy optimization initiatives to improve system efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance reliability of water supply services. Conducted technical assessments, energy audits, water system evaluations, and risk-based reviews of treatment plants, pumping stations, and distribution networks to support regulatory compliance, resource efficiency, and sustainable water-energy management. Developed and implemented operational safety frameworks, HSE procedures, SOPs, permit-to-work systems, and emergency response plans for water and energy facilities. Led engineering projects involving infrastructure upgrades, equipment reliability improvements, and energy-efficiency initiatives.

• Process/Production Engineer
  Palm House Chemical Services · Benin City, NG
  Mar 2007 – Jul 2016

  Coordinated and optimized daily production operations by monitoring critical process parameters, analyzing batch and continuous production data, and adjusting operating conditions to improve plant efficiency, product quality, and equipment reliability. Developed, controlled, and optimized process operating windows through systematic troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance evaluations. Supported plant operations and production improvement projects by implementing process modifications, developing and updating SOPs, and participating in commissioning and startup of new or modified equipment. Monitored production KPIs, utility consumption, and process efficiency to identify bottlenecks, reduce energy and raw-material usage, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Education

• Master of Science
  Otto von Guericke University
  Chemical and Energy Engineering · Oct 2022 – Jan 2026
• Bachelor of Science
  University of Benin
  Chemical Engineering · Oct 2002 – Jun 2026
• Master of Engineering
  University of Benin
  Petroleum Engineering · Oct 2010 – Jan 2012

Skills

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Courses & certifications

• Advanced Process Control & Safety Instrumented Systems · Udemy · 2025

🎯 Hobbies & interests

• Travelling
• Reading