Ananda Teixeira

• Responsible for the automation control systems of Braskem Q1-BA 5 local sites (Olefins I/II, Aromatics I/II and Utilities).
• Responsible for continuous improvements on control applications (regulatory/DCS), Advanced Process Control sustain value program, Digital Transformation initiatives, site-wide energy real time optimization (ERTO) and strategic projects.
• Key projects: Implementation of advanced control; Distillation process optimization; Industry 4.0; Implementation of artificial intelligence models; Energy integration; Data Science (python)

Key achievements in this role include:

• Implemented the site's first closed-loop Energy Real-Time Optimizer (ERTO) with automatic manipulation of turbines, boilers, and compressors, focusing on site-wide optimization and financial captures.
• Deployed multiple Advanced Process Control (APC) systems.
• Optimized distillation processes and pyrolysis furnaces.
• Integrated energy systems to maximize efficiency.
• Developed new products from conception to execution.

• Lead automation and control systems for Braskem’s Polyethylene Unit (PE-1).
• Played a key role in the 2018 PE-1 Major Maintenance Turnaround (TA), delivering automation upgrades, maintenance, and project execution.
• Drive strategic automation projects, initiatives, troubleshooting and continuous improvement for DCS and PLC systems.
• Manage the full lifecycle of automation systems to ensure long-term integrity and reliability.
• Spearheaded Alarm Management and Alarm Rationalization programs to enhance plant safety and stability.
• Direct automation project management, overseeing FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, and hypercare (assisted operation) phases.

Key achievements in this role include:

• Implemented a Neural Network-based Virtual Online Analyzer (VOA) and Advanced Process Control (APC) to predict and optimize polyethylene resin properties during the reaction phase.
  Executed a major technology upgrade through the migration of legacy Rockwell PLCs.
  Delivered continuous process improvements to maximize operational efficiency.
  

• Lead automation engineering for the PE-3 site, managing the entire lifecycle of automation systems to ensure integrity, reliability, and process optimization.
• Played a key role in the 2010, 2013, and 2015 PE3 Major Maintenance Turnarounds (TA), delivering automation upgrades, maintenance, and project execution.
• Optimized PID control loops and Advanced Process Control (APC) strategies.
• Developed Neural Network-based Virtual Online Analyzers (VOAs).
• Managed process and safety alarm monitoring initiatives to improve plant stability.
• Served as Project Manager/Technical Lead for industrial automation projects across all stages (Conceptual, Basic, Detailed Design, and Execution).
• Spearheaded technology upgrades (PLCs/DCS): Migrated legacy furnace relay panels to PLCs, implemented PLC communication networks, optimized furnace operations via cross-limiting control, and drove continuous process improvements.

• Executed automation and instrumentation engineering tasks for PETROBRAS and Braskem contracts.
• Developed key technical deliverables, including Logic Diagrams, Hardware Configuration (Load) documents, Function Lists, and Instrument Lists.