Smurfit WestrockSenior Mechanical Project Engineer
Aug. 2023 - Jan. 2025Três Barras, Santa Catarina, Brasil• Led a project to implement and improve the operation of recovery boilers, essential in a pulp and paper mill, based on CFD analysis.
✔️ Key results: 3% increase in steam production at 96 bar, equipment availability improvement from 93% to 95% annually, enhanced compliance with environmental regulations for COx and NOx emissions, and an estimated financial return of $500,000 in the first year. • Led a project to optimize the chemical recovery process by installing new equipment and utilizing the FEL (Front-End Loading) methodology for planning, monitoring, and schedule control.
✔️ Key results: conversion of 120 tons/month of waste into organic fertilizers, generating an estimated annual revenue of $300,000. Additionally, this equipment will enable a production increase of up to 6% in paper machines in the coming years. • Led a project to improve compressed air generation for the paper mill, a critical component in the production process.
✔️ Key results: 12% cost savings compared to the original budget, an investment payback period of 2.5 years, reduced carbon emissions, and increased system reliability. • Led multiple short-term projects, some executed during scheduled general outages, primarily focused on ensuring operational continuity and enhancing production efficiency. Defined technical requirements for equipment procurement, including specifications and sizing in compliance with industry standards. Supervised testing and commissioning to ensure optimal performance and reliability.