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Process Engineer

Midstream Oil & Gas Company • Full-time

Apr 2025 - Present • 1 yr 1 mo

Built and standardized ProMax simulation models for 25+ facilities, eliminating external consultant dependency for emissions modeling. Created emissions calculation workbooks receiving ProMax outputs directly, enabling in-house permit calculations across all facility emission point types. Performed PSV sizing studies per API 520/521 and pipeline hydraulic studies for major commercial opportunities. Automated R12 tank emission calculations via ProMax workflows - reduced reporting from multi-day consultant engagements to ~5 minutes per site. Built 130+ engineering calculators across 13 disciplines with hosted dashboard. Rebuilt PSE/DEI reporting workbook with Peng-Robinson EOS, VBA automation, and two-phase PSV release support. Managed annual emissions inventory, GHG reporting, OOOOb evaluations, and Subpart W coordination. Designed AI agents for contract analysis, ROW easements, and due diligence. Authored 13-section enterprise AI strategy and lead cross-department AI training.

Project Engineer

Portnoy Environmental, Inc. • Full-time

May 2024 - Apr 2025 • 11 mos

Provided process engineering consulting to industrial clients, optimizing processes to minimize emissions and improve operational efficiency. Developed and managed air permit applications ensuring compliance with TCEQ, EPA, and state regulatory frameworks. Optimized emissions modeling workflows by integrating ProMax, replacing outdated emission factor methods with data-driven compliance strategies.

Consulting Engineer

Bryan Research & Engineering, LLC • Full-time

Jun 2022 - May 2024 • 1 yr 11 mos

Simulated amine units, TEG dehydration, cryogenic gas plants, sulfur recovery, carbon capture and injection, blue hydrogen, pipeline networks, and flare systems for clients across upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors. Managed all accounts in Greater Houston, generating upwards of $500,000 in annual software licensing and consulting revenue. Trained hundreds of engineers on ProMax for process simulation, troubleshooting, and optimization across all sectors of the oil and gas industry. Pioneered methods for creating and deploying digital twins integrated with real-time process data and optimization techniques.