Joseph Sibbert
Winnemucca,NV
Summary
Results-driven Sr. Process Engineer with extensive experience, specializing in risk assessment and project management. Expertise in statistical process evaluation, root cause analysis, and project management ensures successful operational efficiency and safety in challenging environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Process Engineer
Ormat Technologies
Reno, NV
05.2023 - Current
- Supported the process safety program throughout the Ormat geothermal energy process fleet by:
- Facilitating revalidation, project, and MOC PHA’s
- Assisting in the development of a new MOC system
- Reviewing and updating the Corporate policies related to the MOC, incident investigation, and PSSR programs
- Updating P&ID sets
- Leading the successful completion of PSSR’s
- Preparing RMP documentation, including offsite consequence analyses
- Validating PSV calculations
- Preparing for and assisting during CAPP activities, including permit to construct, permit to operate, and semi-annual inspections (NV only)
- Preparing CalARP documentation for an upgraded process (CA only)
Engineering Manager
Premier Magnesia
Gabbs, NV
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed engineer, environmental tech, and project coordinator to achieve site goals.
- Directed $1MM cooler replacement project, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.
- Led project initiatives that improved operational efficiency.
- Ordered and installed a unique slurry knife gate valve, enabling the operators to isolate the Heavy Media Separation Cone from the downstream pump in a safer and more effective manner
- $500k project to replace both a classifier screw and a screen
- Completed the calculations for the over 500 emissions points for the site air permit renewal
Sr. Process/Project Engineer
Cyanco (Orica)
Winnemucca, NV
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Led project to install a third ammonia vaporizer with replacement compressors to increase the system reliability, maintainability, and capacity
- Recommended and implemented reactor design changes, boosting maximum production rates over 10%
- Led team that implemented recommended change from Exaquantum to PI historian system, resulting in better process data management, faster retrieval times, and bridging the communication gap between the site and Corporate tracking systems
- Upgrading the incoming natural gas header to facilitate future production increases
- Moving a reactor flame arrestor to a horizontal position where it could be drained as designed
- Constructing a new red dye system to improve product safety
- Upgrading plant air compressor system
- Managed the development of a $10MM project to provide backup power generation for the site
- Assisted in commissioning new $65MM solid sodium cyanide plant, supporting operational readiness
- Supported daily shipments of product to local customers as liaison to trucking contractor
PSM Engineer
PCS Nitrogen (Nutrien)
Geismar, LA
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Administered the PSM Program for a Nitrogen & Phosphate Chemical Complex (seven chemical plants)
- Facilitated PHA studies using HAZOP and LOPA methodologies for seven site units, enhancing risk assessment and safety measures
- Managed transition of the site to a new electronic MOC system, resolving over 500 orphaned MOCs
- Participated in internal and external audits of PSM/RMP systems both at the site and at other PCS facilities
- Led several Incident Investigation teams using TapRoot methodology
- Implemented rollout of new SIL calculations software package for site I&E department
- Developed and implemented alarm rationalization process for complex, optimizing alarm management and reducing nuisance alarms
- Participated as a panelist in a PSM roundtable discussion for local Baton Rouge ASSE
Production Engineer
PCS Nitrogen (Nutrien)
Geismar, LA
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Supported daily operations for three nitric acid plants, an ammonium nitrate plant, and a urea plant, ensuring seamless process continuity and safety.
- Supported as a Lead Process Engineer a $40MM Revamp Project to debottleneck a 40-year-old Nitric Acid unit, greatly reducing emissions while simultaneously increasing plant rate 40% without triggering PSD
- Utilized PI & DeltaV data historian to identify Train V Nitric Acid SCR NOx Abator catalyst had reached end of life, resulting in an approximate 3% plant rate reduction due to excessive differential pressure. Resolved issue through procurement of replacement catalyst charge, managing installation during the 2015 plant turnaround
- Investigated and resolved corrosion issues in three nitric acid absorbers, mitigating immediate risks to personnel and environment while safeguarding long-term asset integrity.
- Oversaw site platinum catalyst lifecycle, managing over $4MM in asset-handling responsibilities to optimize catalyst performance and longevity.
- Supervised the removal of tubes from a steam waste heat boiler in nitric acid service to maximize recovery of platinum residue plated on the tubes, leading to a recovery of over $500k in precious metals
- Implemented a project to recover steam condensate for BFW recycle to boiler.
Process/Project Engineer
FMC (WE Soda)
Green River, WY
11.2010 - 11.2014
- Developed scope, cost estimates, and Capital Authorizations for Expenditure for projects up to $1.3MM
- Executed overhaul of Ljungstrom Air Preheater for 600# Boiler, completing project on schedule and under budget
- Led implementation of auto-titrator in in-plant lab, enhancing QA/QC processes
- Led a successful OEE team utilizing Minitab and PI to identify site improvement opportunities
- Analyzed Sodium Bicarbonate process options, providing recommendations for improvements in FDA-regulated plant
- Supported the plant PSM system as the Plant MOC Coordinator and PHA Facilitator
- Participated in ISO 9001 system as a lead auditor and Plant ISO Coordinator
- Supported the day-to-day operation of a Soda Ash manufacturing process containing unit operations such as evaporators, absorbers, thickeners, calciners and crystallizers.
- Assisted operations as backup crew supervisor when team members were unavailable
Process Engineer Consultant
CDM (CDM Smith)
Helena, MT
05.2010 - 11.2010
- Evaluated design and operation of acid mine drainage treatment facility for EPA compliance
- Supported development of a mobile wastewater treatment facility for use in hydraulic fracturing
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and execution.
Process Engineering Intern
FMC (WE Soda)
Green River, WY
05.2009 - 08.2009
Chemical Engineering Co-op
FMC (WE Soda)
Green River, WY
01.2008 - 12.2008
Education
PHA Facilitation -
Primatech
01.2022
PHA Facilitation -
BakerRisk
01.2015
B.S. - Chemical Engineering
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT01.2010
Skills
- Project management
- Root cause analysis
- Data analysis
- Process hazard analysis
- Team leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- AutoCAD
- Siemens TeamCenter
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- PHA Facilitation, including LOPA, BakerRisk, 01/01/15
- PHA Facilitation, Primatech, 01/01/22
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Sr. Process Engineer
Ormat Technologies
05.2023 - Current
Engineering Manager
Premier Magnesia
02.2022 - 02.2023
Sr. Process/Project Engineer
Cyanco (Orica)
08.2018 - 02.2022
PSM Engineer
PCS Nitrogen (Nutrien)
11.2016 - 08.2018
Production Engineer
PCS Nitrogen (Nutrien)
11.2014 - 11.2016
Process/Project Engineer
FMC (WE Soda)
11.2010 - 11.2014
Process Engineer Consultant
CDM (CDM Smith)
05.2010 - 11.2010
Process Engineering Intern
FMC (WE Soda)
05.2009 - 08.2009
Chemical Engineering Co-op
FMC (WE Soda)
01.2008 - 12.2008
PHA Facilitation -
Primatech
PHA Facilitation -
BakerRisk
B.S. - Chemical Engineering
Montana State University