Richat B Purba, Cre, Cmrp
About Richat B Purba, Cre, Cmrp
Richat B Purba is an Instrumentation and Control Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Institut Teknologi Bandung. He has extensive experience in liquid metering systems and has worked for notable companies such as Halliburton and PT Pertamina (Persero).
Work at PT Pertamina
Richat B Purba has been employed at PT Pertamina (Persero) as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer since 2014. He works in the Palembang Area of South Sumatera, Indonesia. His role involves overseeing and managing instrumentation and control systems, ensuring efficient operation and compliance with industry standards. Over his tenure, he has contributed to various projects, enhancing the operational capabilities of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Richat B Purba graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Institut Teknologi Bandung, an ABET accredited institution, from 2009 to 2013. His education provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role. His expertise includes in-depth knowledge of liquid metering systems for custody transfer, covering technologies such as ultrasonic, turbine, positive displacement, and Coriolis metering systems.
Background
Richat B Purba began his career as a Wireline Maintenance Engineer at Halliburton, where he worked for five months in Balikpapan in 2013. Prior to this, he gained experience as an Industrial Division Intern at Schneider Electric in 2012. His early career experiences contributed to his technical skills and understanding of industrial systems, which he has further developed in his current role.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Richat possesses extensive knowledge of various flowmeter technologies, having experience with approximately 10 types and familiarity with around 20 types. He is well-versed in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) from leading manufacturers, including Yokogawa, Honeywell, Foxboro, Invensys, and GE Fanuc. His technical skills enable him to effectively manage complex engineering projects.
Achievements in Engineering Projects
Throughout his career, Richat B Purba has successfully completed several significant project contracts. Notable projects include a relay to PLC retrofit for a Polypropylene Plant and a Hot-Change-Over from Yokogawa Centum CS3000 DCS to Honeywell Experion PKS DCS. These projects demonstrate his capability in implementing advanced engineering solutions and improving system efficiencies.