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Mark Lester Real

Mark Lester Real

Chemical Engineer
Bacolod City,NEC

Timeline

Doctor of Philosophy in Technology Management

Cebu Technological University
05.2024 - Current

Process Engineer/TPEIII

Wood PLC
02.2024 - Current

Research Engineer

Adida CS
05.2022 - 07.2024

Process Engineer

JGC Philippines Inc.
01.2022 - 02.2024

Process Engineer

JTEC Philippines Corporation
10.2021 - 01.2022

Faculty Member

University of San Agustin
09.2020 - 06.2023

Master of Engineering Major in Chemical Engineering

Cebu Institute of Technology – University
08.2020 - 07.2023

Process Engineer

Watermatic Philippines Corporation
03.2020 - 09.2021

Process Engineer

Treasure Island Industrial Corporation
07.2016 - 02.2020

Junior Engineer

Hawaiian-Philippine Company
01.2016 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Colegio San Agustin – Bacolod
11.2011 - 03.2015

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Technological University of The Philippines
05.2008 - 08.2011

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeGig WorkContract Work

Location Preference

Remote

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsWork from home option

Work History

Process Engineer/TPEIII

Wood PLC
02.2024 - Current

🏗️ Projects Involved:
• Goodwyn Alpha Low Low Pressure Operation Project (Brownfield) 🇦🇺
• Malampaya Phase 4 (MP4) Topsides EPC Project (Brownfield) 🇵🇭
• Shell Dolphin Instrument Air & Beachfield Produced Water & Condensate Projects (Brownfield) 🇹🇹
• Atlantic LNG Train 4 Cold Temperature Metal Embrittlement Project (Brownfield) 🇹🇹

🎯 Additional Role:
• Appointed as Training Coordinator for the Process Engineering Department

Research Engineer

Adida CS
05.2022 - 07.2024

🔬 Research Focus Areas:
• Solid-State Battery Technology
• Distillery Process and Technology
• Nutrition Science
• Patent Writing and Technical Documentation Support

Process Engineer

JGC Philippines Inc.
01.2022 - 02.2024

🏗️ Projects Involved:
• Golden Triangle Polymers Company Project ($8B USD) 🇺🇸
• Iraq Basrah Refinery Upgrading Project ($8B USD) 🇮🇶
• Petronas ZLNG (FLNG) Competitive FEED Project ($2B USD) 🇲🇾
• Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation Bamboo Project (Brownfield) 🇵🇭

Faculty Member

University of San Agustin
09.2020 - 06.2023

📚 Courses Handled: ChE Plant Design, Equipment Design, Solutions Thermodynamics, Process Dynamics & Control, Process Safety, Particle Technology, Field Trips & Seminars, Chemistry for Engineers, Statics of Rigid Bodies, Strength of Materials, and Integral Calculus

Process Engineer

JTEC Philippines Corporation
10.2021 - 01.2022

🏗️ Project Involved:
• QatarEnergy North Field LNG Expansion Project (30B USD) 🇶🇦

Process Engineer

Watermatic Philippines Corporation
03.2020 - 09.2021

🏗️ Projects Involved:
• 20 MLD Cordova SWRO Desalination Plant Project 🇵🇭
• CHEER Residences STP Project 🇵🇭

📋 Other Key Achievement:
• 1st ISO 9001:2015 Certification Achievement

Process Engineer

Treasure Island Industrial Corporation
07.2016 - 02.2020

 Prepared weekly, monthly, and yearly production reports for management from data extracted from ERP
 Trained for six months in the R&D Department for product development of different paint products
 Achieved savings of around USD 68k annually by recovering raw materials
 Conducted and presented a feasibility study on the transfer of manufacturing operations of a major product line to the Cavite Plant, cutting freight charges from Luzon to Cebu, which generated an annual net savings of around USD 110k
 Minimized underground storage tank reading variance from +/-3000L to +/-100L error by replacing dipstick measurement method with level gauges using buoys
 Developed Excel calculation sheet for estimating emission losses from TIIC storage tank farm based on AP-42 Chapter 7, Section 7.1 - Organic Storage Tanks
 Performed cost and benefit analysis for the addition of equipment, plant expansion, and manpower addition
 Participated in a series of plant design reviews before the construction of TIIC Canduman Extension Plant
 Conducted workload balancing, work standardization, time-and-motion studies, business process mapping (swim lanes), and WI preparation

Junior Engineer

Hawaiian-Philippine Company
01.2016 - 07.2016

 Involved in the operation, troubleshooting, start-up, shutdown, and maintenance of a 200 TPH JTA Boiler Plant and performed tests/analyses for pilot-sized equipment of bagasse screener

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Technology Management

Cebu Technological University
Cebu City, Philippines
05.2024 - Current

Master of Engineering Major in Chemical Engineering

Cebu Institute of Technology – University
Cebu City, Philippines
08.2020 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Colegio San Agustin – Bacolod
Bacolod City 6100 Negros Occidental Philippines
11.2011 - 03.2015

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Technological University of The Philippines
Talisay City, Negros Occidental 6115 Philippines
05.2008 - 08.2011

Skills

Ø Process Engineering: Pump and line sizing hydraulics, flare system hydraulics, depressuring, relief load calculation, PSV sizing, separator sizing (two- and three-phase), P&ID and PFD development, operating manual, and process datasheet preparation

Ø Process Simulation tools: Aspen HYSYS (steady-state, hybrid models, dynamics), Aspen Plus (steady-state, hybrid models), Aspen Flare System Analyzer, PRO/II, UniSim Design, DWSim, Pipenet, AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, SuperChems, and HTRI

Ø Process Safety Tools: CAMEO Chemicals, Chemical Reactivity Worksheet

Ø Drafting Tools: AutoCAD, MS Visio, Drawio

Ø 3D Model Review Software: Navisworks Freedom

Ø Video Editing: Camtasia Recorder & Video Editor

Ø Other Software: Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam Revu, MS Office Suite, Minitab, jamovi, and Google Docs Editors

Ø Soft Skills: Self-starter, resourceful, team player, and able to work independently

Ø Languages: Bisaya, English, Filipino, Hiligaynon

Summary

I am a Process Engineer at Wood, with a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Cebu Institute of Technology – University. My career has spanned various engineering projects across the Philippines and internationally, where I’ve had the opportunity to make significant contributions.

Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Technology Management at Cebu Technological University. This academic journey complements my professional experience and drives my passion for continuous learning.

As an active member of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), I am committed to supporting the advancement of the chemical engineering community. I also hold memberships in other professional organizations, including the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers (PIChE) – Cebu Chapter, keeping me informed on industry trends and best practices while connecting me with a global network of professionals.

Through my project experience, I am familiar with a wide range of engineering standards, including industry standards such as ASME, API, AWWA, and PIP; client operator standards like Shell DEP, CPC Engineering Standards, Woodside Energy Engineering Standards, and Petronas Engineering Standards; and EPC standards including the JGC Process Engineering Design Practices and the Wood Process Engineering Practices.

I am dedicated to lifelong learning, consistently staying updated with the latest developments in engineering. My interests also extend to areas like trading and data science, which help me embrace new technologies and trends. This approach ensures not only the resilience and growth of my engineering career but also my financial stability.

Mark Lester RealChemical Engineer