Reinhardt Scheepers
Chemical Engineer
Pretoria
Summary
Results-focused and energetic Process Engineering professional specializing in process design, operation and optimization. High-achieving project and team leader. Dedicated to delivering for clients and implementing strategies for operational excellence.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineering Intern
Majesty Oil Mills
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Implemented bottleneck optimization principles to increase throughput by 20 percent, streamline operations and eliminate waste within thei solvent extraction process under the supervision of a Senior Process Engineer.
- Developed an operational procedure used by operators to ensure continuous performance improvement of a belt extraction unit operation. This included application of base principles, design of experiments and operational feasibility analysis.
- Compiled and analyzed production quality and client dispute data, for the purposes of acquiring additional analysis equipment. A financial feasibility analysis was completed, wherein quotes and operational effectiveness was emphasized resulting the acquisition of two machines.
- Developed a novel water retention test for the Textured Vegetable Protein business division.
Control Engineering Intern
Anssum AG
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Completed a project that improved the water conservation efforts of a client in the Paper and Pulp industry. This involved the development of a control scheme that prioritized energy recovery and water conservation within the pulp bleaching process.
- Gained hands-on experience in various engineering asset management tools and software, and techniques to contribute effectively to multiple projects.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills by troubleshooting issues encountered during project implementation under statistical and behavioral uncertainty.
- Attended stakeholder meetings and effectively communicated complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring understanding of critical elements related to water and energy conservation projects projects.
- Utilized Python and Pandas when interpreting data collected from the processes of clients, making informed decisions related to project direction.
- Assisted with the development of a large language model that would be utilized by clients for educating technicians, operators and junior engineers on specific processes.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 05.2024 - 05.2024
Skills
Process Optimization
Professional Communication
Design of Experiments
Financial Analysis
Python Programming Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with and Lead a team of six members that developed the design of a Power to Gas process in our final year of study. The process utilized renewable energy to produce methane and was coupled with an innovative concentrated solar power energy system.
- Undertook and completed a final year research project that developed an algorithm for the simulation and configurational optimization of flotation circuits in the mineral processing industry.
- Developed a Python based simulation that graphically illustrates the concept of catalyst effectiveness, which is currently utilized in final year course material at the University of Pretoria.
Hobbies
I am a voracious reader who is obsessed with topics like history, economics and business strategy. I am a professional chess player who frequently partakes in rated tournaments over the weekends. I also like to partake in numerous activities such as weekend markets, hiking and game exhibitions with my friends.
Timeline
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
University of Pretoria
05.2024 - 05.2024
Control Engineering Intern
Anssum AG
06.2023 - 08.2023
Process Engineering Intern
Majesty Oil Mills
12.2021 - 12.2023