Panagiotis Athanasiou

Panagiotis Athanasiou Vice President | Engineering Executive | Process & Operations Strategist – Oil & Gas, Water, Energy Professional Summary Visionary Engineering Executive with 20+ years of international leadership in process engineering, operations, and organizational transformation. Proven track record in scaling R&D and manufacturing systems across Oil & Gas, Water, and Energy sectors. Adept at delivering innovations that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and drive longterm growth. Experienced in managing global teams, multimillion-dollar budgets, and complex engineering initiatives across Europe and the U.S. Strong communicator with a strategic mindset and hands-on problem-solving approach. Core Competencies • Strategic Planning & Execution • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Process Optimization & Innovation • Organizational Transformation • P&L Management • Risk & Safety Compliance • Global Operations Strategy • Client & Stakeholder Engagement 2023-04 – 2025-02 - Contact Address 16 Queens Ct West Chester, OH, 45069 Phone- E-mail- Skills Chemical Engineering Excellent Leading Teams in multi National Environment Process Engineer NOV, Dayton, OH • Strategic Leadership: Lead the design and development of innovative equipment for the gas and oil industry, enhancing efficiency and reliability across multiple projects. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Direct cross-functional R&D teams to explore and implement advanced technologies, fostering continuous improvement and technological advancement. • Project Management: Oversee end-to-end engineering projects, aligning them with operational goals and safety standards, resulting in optimized performance and reduced risks. • Innovation & Efficiency: Spearhead initiatives that have led to a 25% increase in process efficiency and improved overall equipment effectiveness by 20%. • Energy Optimization: Delivered over $1M in savings by redesigning equipment for lower energy use. • Project Acceleration: Reduced development time by 30% with agile coordination methods. Excellent Environmental Science Excellent Cross-Functional Team Leadership Excellent Leadership in Global Operations Excellent Process improvement & Optimization Excellent Strategic Planning & Execution Excellent Financial Management (P&L) Laboratory Applications Specialist CAS, Cincinnati, OH • Operational Leadership: Streamlined laboratory operations by integrating air pollution and natural gas monitoring systems, ensuring operational functionality and efficiency. • Technical Expertise: Led troubleshooting efforts, resulting in a 25% reduction in equipment downtime and improved reliability. • Client Engagement & Service: Provided expert technical support through service visits, fostering strong client relationships and elevating service satisfaction levels. Excellent Stakeholder Management & Client Relations Excellent Change Management & Organizational Transformation Excellent • Training & Development: Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs for natural gas providers, increasing their operational proficiency by 20%- Researcher University of Cincinnati & Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Cincinnati, OH • Innovative Research: Conducted cutting-edge research on nutrient removal from water and wastewater, contributing to advancements in environmental protection and treatment technologies. • Analytical Chemistry Expertise: Performed critical studies in analytical chemistry, providing key insights into water treatment processes. • Biofuel Production Leadership: Led ten studies on hydrothermal liquefaction, advancing biofuel production and waste conversion technologies. - - Acting Vice President & Process Engineer Evroil, Alexandroupolis, Greece • Strategic Planning & Execution: Directed the company’s strategic growth by formulating innovative manufacturing processes that improved competitiveness and operational efficiency. • Safety Leadership: Spearheaded safety initiatives, reducing incidents by 80% and fostering a strong culture of safety and compliance. • Operational Excellence: Led day-to-day operations at the chemical processing plant, optimizing productivity and quality control, resulting in a 15% increase in output. • Team Leadership: Managed a multidisciplinary team, driving collaboration and improving process efficiency across the organization. • Maintenance Strategy: Introduced predictive maintenance, cutting downtime by 40%. • ISO Compliance Management: Directed ISO 9001 implementation, enabling contract expansion. National Director/CEO Cru, International NGO, Thessaloniki, Greece • Organizational Leadership: Managed international projects across Greece, Cyprus, and Malta, overseeing a diverse team of 30+ staff members. • Global Outreach & Partnerships: Expanded the NGO’s influence by cultivating international relationships and partnerships, driving its mission across 180 countries. • Fundraising & Resource Management: Spearheaded global fundraising initiatives, securing significant resources for organizational missions and projects. • Operational Management: Directed daily operations, ensuring excellence in project execution, quality systems, and training programs Languages English: Fluent Excellent Greek, Native Speaker Excellent Software Microsoft Office Excellent Desktop Publishing Excellent Matlab, Mathematica Excellent Computational Fluid Dynamics Excellent Polymath Excellent Chemcad, Aspen Good Windows, MacOS Excellent Academic Leadership &Teaching Professor of Chemical Engineering Experience, Thessaloniki, Greece July 2014 – December 2021 • • • Leadership & Mentorship: Directed and managed educational programs, mentoring over 200 students in chemical engineering, fostering the next generation of professionals. Educational Excellence: Led courses in Transport Phenomena, Unit Operations, Process Control, and Chemical Reaction Engineering, developing curriculum and ensuring high standards of education. Research Leadership: Guided students in research projects, advancing their technical knowledge and contributing to academic success. Tutor & Mentor Mentis Tutoring, Astypalaia, Greece August 2013 – June 2014 • • Curriculum Development: Designed and delivered integrated lessons in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, ensuring alignment with national standards and enhancing student success. Student-Centered Approach: Focused on individual learning needs, providing personalized instruction that improved performance and confidence among high school students. Education: Ph.D.: Chemical Engineering University of Cincinnati - Cincinnati, OH Master of Science: Chemical Engineering Aristotle University of Thessaloniki - Thessaloniki MBA: Leadership & Oil, Gas and Energy Management Harris School of Business – Philadelphia, PA Bachelor: Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering Aristotle University of Thessaloniki - Thessaloniki Certifications & Affiliations: • • • Member of Technical Chamber of Greece Member of the Knights of the St. John Order Professional Engineer License #134438 Registered in Greece (P.E.) Interests • • • • • Philanthropy: Led a project to build a hospital in Burkina Faso, improving healthcare access and demonstrating strong leadership in international development. Travel: Extensive global travel, from Los Angeles to Hong Kong and from Sweden to Cape Town, gaining cultural insights and experiences valuable for global business leadership. Public Speaking: Regularly engage in public speaking and presentations, showcasing communication and leadership skills. Conference Organization: Successfully organized and led multiple large-scale conferences, demonstrating planning, coordination, and leadership abilities. Mentoring: Actively mentor young professionals and students, guiding them in career development and leadership skills.