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Salem Mohammed AlSaedi

Leeds,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced chemical engineer and researcher with expertise in decarbonization strategies, process optimization, and industrial operations. Skilled in supervising plant activities, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with HSE standards. Proven ability to develop and implement sustainability solutions, manage certifications, and represent strategies on global platforms.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate Researcher

Technology Innovation Institute
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
11.2023 - Current

Seconded to the University of Leeds as a PhD researcher in decarbonization of ammonia production.

  • Conducted research on sustainable methods to decarbonize ammonia production.
  • Developed novel adsorbents from biomass waste for ammonia adsorption.
  • Collaborated with teams to advance green ammonia technologies.

Decarbonization Strategy Specialist

EMSTEEL
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Develop strategies for the company's decarbonization roadmap by benchmarking the corporate carbon footprint and proposing solutions to reduce GHG emissions (e.g., CCUS implementation, green hydrogen adoption, recyclables utilization).
  • Oversee the implementation of decarbonization solutions to achieve targeted emission reductions.
  • Supervise compliance with required certifications (e.g., ISO 50001, CBAM, GHG Protocol, EPD) to align with the decarbonization strategy.
  • Represent and communicate the company’s decarbonization strategy at international forums and panels.

Production Engineer

EMSTEEL
Abu Dhabi, UAE
08.2019 - 12.2022
  • Supervise daily activities of the Direct Reduction Plant and coordinate with other plants/departments to meet operational requirements.
  • Ensure effective implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental practices to achieve corporate H&S objectives.
  • Analyze process conditions to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization; conduct feasibility studies for plant upgrades and cost savings.
  • Troubleshoot operational issues to maintain continuous plant operations.
  • Plan and manage the production and operations budget.
  • Plan and oversee plant shutdown activities, including arranging required materials and services.






Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical Engineering

University of Leeds
United Kingdom
02.2024 -

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

Khalifa University
United Arab Emirates
01.2020 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

The University of Sheffield
United Kingdom
09.2014 - 06.2017

Skills

  • Aspen Plus
  • MATLAB
  • SSPS
  • Python

Accomplishments

1) XPRIZE Carbon Removal Competition - XPRIZE 2021/2022

Top 35 Finalist out of 1130 Participated Teams.

References

References available upon request.

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent

Timeline

Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical Engineering

University of Leeds
02.2024 -

Senior Associate Researcher

Technology Innovation Institute
11.2023 - Current

Decarbonization Strategy Specialist

EMSTEEL
01.2023 - 10.2023

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

Khalifa University
01.2020 - 06.2023

Production Engineer

EMSTEEL
08.2019 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

The University of Sheffield
09.2014 - 06.2017
Salem Mohammed AlSaedi