JULIUS OKANLAWON

Chemical Engineering Graduate | Aspiring Process & Safety Engineer

Oyo, NG.

About

Recent Chemical Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in oil & gas drilling operations, process optimization, and HSE compliance, adept at applying standard technical procedures. Leverages strong analytical, documentation, and simulation skills to drive operational efficiency and ensure regulatory adherence in energy services. Eager to contribute to innovative process engineering and safety initiatives within a dynamic industry.

Work

Unitech Drilling Company Limited

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Safety Performance Intern

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supported oil & gas drilling operations by applying standard technical procedures, conducting QA/QC inspections, and managing critical documentation to enhance safety and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Applied standard drilling and field operation procedures, supporting well design, drilling program planning, and hands-on work with downhole tools aligned with SLB and Halliburton workflows.

Performed rigorous QA/QC inspections and enforced HSE standards, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance across all field activities and improving safety performance.

Managed comprehensive technical documentation, inventory audits, and performance reporting, enhancing operational efficiency and data usability for management review and decision-making.

Rastdale Carton & Paper Converters

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Process Engineering Intern

Awe, Oyo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Optimized manufacturing processes by applying engineering principles to significantly reduce waste and enhance equipment reliability for batch productions.

Highlights

Applied process engineering principles to reduce paint waste to 5% across batch productions of 200 dozen cartons per day, demonstrating strong technical execution within defined standards.

Assisted in boiler maintenance scheduling, routine inspections, and troubleshooting, contributing to a measurable reduction in production downtime and improved system reliability.

Executed technical tasks precisely, ensuring adherence to quality control and operational efficiency standards in a fast-paced production environment.

Rural Access & Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP)

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Infrastructure Enumerator

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted extensive fieldwork to collect and validate geo-spatial community data, significantly improving data accuracy for infrastructure development projects.

Highlights

Conducted farm road surveys and captured accurate geo-spatial community data across 25+ km, demonstrating methodical fieldwork and precise data collection under defined criteria.

Improved data accuracy by implementing a robust double-check validation process, ensuring data integrity before centralized database entry and reducing potential errors by an estimated 15%.

Managed and organized large datasets collected from fieldwork, contributing to efficient data processing and analysis for project planning.

Volunteer

NYSC Member (Awaiting Deployment)

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NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS (NYSC)

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Awaiting deployment for mandatory national service, preparing to contribute to community development initiatives and apply professional skills in a public service context.

Highlights

Preparing for national service, demonstrating commitment to civic duty and community engagement.

Anticipating opportunities to apply academic knowledge and practical skills in diverse community development projects.

Committed to contributing to national goals and gaining invaluable experience in a structured public service environment.

Engineering/Technical Mentee

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Graced Energy Professionals for Africa

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Participating in a mentorship program focused on engineering and technical development within the energy sector.

Highlights

Engaging with industry experts to enhance technical skills and gain insights into the African energy landscape.

Collaborating with peers on engineering challenges and professional development initiatives.

Developing a deeper understanding of energy industry trends and best practices through structured mentorship.

Assembly Member in Energy

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Policy Foundry Africa

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Contributing to policy development and advocacy within the energy sector as an assembly member.

Highlights

Participating in discussions and drafting of energy policies to promote sustainable development.

Collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and address critical issues in the African energy landscape.

Advocating for innovative solutions and best practices in energy generation and distribution.

Electoral Member

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NAOS-OAU Electoral Commission

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Served as an Electoral Member for the National Association of Osun State Students (NAOS) at Obafemi Awolowo University.

Highlights

Ensured fair and transparent electoral processes for student body elections, upholding democratic principles.

Managed voter registration and ballot counting, contributing to the integrity of the election outcome.

Collaborated with commission members to resolve electoral disputes and maintain order during polling.

Creative Content & Social Media Manager

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The Bridge Inspire Foundation

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Managed social media presence and developed creative content to promote the foundation's initiatives and engage its audience.

Highlights

Developed and executed social media strategies, increasing online engagement by 30% and expanding reach across platforms.

Created compelling visual and written content, including articles, infographics, and videos, to highlight foundation projects.

Analyzed social media metrics to optimize content performance and audience targeting, improving campaign effectiveness.

Monthly Waste Cleanup Initiatives

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Plogging Nigeria Club, OAU

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Participated in and organized monthly waste cleanup initiatives to promote environmental sustainability and community health.

Highlights

Led and participated in monthly waste cleanup initiatives, contributing to the removal of over 500 kg of waste from local communities.

Engaged community members and students in environmental awareness campaigns, promoting responsible waste management.

Organized logistics for cleanup events, including volunteer coordination and waste disposal, ensuring efficient operations.

Newsletter Team Member

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SPE Section 061 – Lagos, Nigeria

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Contributed to the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Lagos section by developing and disseminating newsletters.

Highlights

Authored and edited content for the SPE Section 061 newsletter, reaching over 500 members monthly.

Collaborated with the team to curate relevant industry news, technical articles, and event updates.

Enhanced communication channels, fostering engagement and knowledge sharing among petroleum professionals.

Publicity, Programs & Membership Team

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SPE-OAU Chapter

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Managed publicity, programs, and membership initiatives for the SPE-Obafemi Awolowo University Chapter.

Highlights

Coordinated publicity campaigns for chapter events, increasing student participation by 20% over two years.

Organized and executed professional development programs, including workshops and seminars for 150+ students.

Contributed to membership drives, helping to expand the chapter's reach and engagement within the university community.

Education

Obafemi Awolowo University

Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
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B.Sc. Chemical Engineering Grade: Second Class Lower (Honours)

Courses

Process Design & Simulation

Fluid Mechanics

Heat and Mass Transfer

Chemical Reaction Engineering

Thermodynamics

Separation Processes

Process Control

Engineering Economics

Languages

English

Certificates

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE 1 & 2)

Training Provider (Inferred)

Project Management Professional (PMP) Training

Training Provider (Inferred)

Skills

Engineering

Process Modelling & Simulation, Process Optimization, Operations Management, Cost Engineering, Technical Writing, Engineering Law, Innovation Policies, QA/QC, HSE Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Well Design, Drilling Program Planning, Preventive Maintenance.

Software

Aspen HYSYS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Soft Skills

Analytical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Teamwork & Collaboration, Leadership, Communication, Customer Service, Digital File Management, Problem-Solving, Data Analysis, Technical Documentation, Inventory Management, Fieldwork, Geospatial Data Collection.

Projects

Coastal Water Desalination Using Reverse Osmosis

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Summary

Final Year Thesis focused on the process design, simulation, and performance evaluation of coastal water desalination using Reverse Osmosis technology.

Fuel Switching Study

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Summary

Study on the shift from Coal/Oil to Natural Gas in energy generation, analyzing energy economics and environmental impact for lower emissions.

Hydrogen Production from Coal Gasification Process Plant Design

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Summary

Detailed process design and equipment sizing for a hydrogen production plant using Coal Gasification with Aspen HYSYS.