Zheng Yu Chen
About Zheng Yu Chen
Zheng Yu Chen is an Applications Engineer at ExxonMobil, specializing in the Aromatic Plant. He has a background in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Nanyang Technological University and has previously worked in various engineering roles at ExxonMobil and Micron Semiconductors.
Current Title and Role
Zheng Yu Chen is currently serving as an Applications Engineer at ExxonMobil, specializing in Aromatic Plant operations. He has been with ExxonMobil in this capacity since 2017. His role involves overseeing complex projects and ensuring optimal plant performance and safety.
Previous Positions at ExxonMobil
Zheng Yu Chen has held multiple positions at ExxonMobil before his current role. From 2015 to 2016, he was an Applications Engineer in the Alcohol Plant, where he focused on enhancing operational efficiency. Prior to that, from 2012 to 2014, he worked as an Applications Engineer at the Polymer Plant, contributing to plant process improvements.
Industry Experience at Micron Semiconductors
Before joining ExxonMobil, Zheng Yu Chen worked at Micron Semiconductors. From 2010 to 2012, he served as a Process Control System Engineer. During his tenure, he honed his skills in process control and systems engineering, which laid a strong foundation for his future roles in chemical engineering and plant operations.
Education and Expertise
Zheng Yu Chen obtained his B.A. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. He graduated with a 2nd Upper degree in 2010 after completing a rigorous 4-year program. His education provided him with a solid background in chemical engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Successful Project Implementations
Throughout his career, Zheng Yu Chen has successfully managed several key projects. Notably, he led the Isomerization Dynamic Matrix Control project, achieving an annual energy credit of 36k/year, marking its first implementation in the ExxonMobil Aromatics circuit. He also recommissioned the Debutanizer Dynamic Matrix Control, leading to annual savings of USD 200k and improved tower stability. Furthermore, he developed a new operating window with stabilized drum pressure control during low rate operations and implemented a furnace parameters enforcement application that enhanced furnace health as part of fire heater best practice efforts.