Rajeev Kumar Shishodia

About the Candidate

Rajeev Kumar Shishodia

C.Eng., PMP®, NEBOSH-PSM

HyCO Technology Manager – EMEA (CoC)

Linde GmbH (Gases Division), Germany

Accomplished Chemical Engineer with over 27 years of expertise in Plant Operations, Maintenance, Technology & Process Safety Management. Proficient in managing Hydrogen, Ammonia, Nitric Acid, Aniline, Formalin, Mono-Nitrobenzene, Offsite/Utilities & Captive Power Plants. Proven track record in handling Commissioning, Start-up, Troubleshooting, CAPEX Projects, and Turnaround (TAR). Skilled in managing Catalysts & Precious Metals A/C, Quality & EHS program for optimal plant performance & safe operations.

Private Email:     rkshishodia@yahoo.com
rkshishodia@gmail.com

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-shishodia-60205614

Mobile (Germany): (+49) – 015202784101

Mobile (India): (+91) – 9410294591, 9927057414

Present Location

Office: Linde GmbH, Gases Division

Seitnerstraße 70, D-82049, Pullach

Munich, Germany

“Striving to achieve new heights through hard work and dedication, consistently delivering excellence at every step. Seeking senior-level roles in management or professional capacities with a respected, industry-leading organization.”

PROFILE SUMMARY

Proficient in managing diverse range of Chemical Plants Operations, Technology & Maintenance Management such as execution of Strategic Plans, Maintenance/TAR Coordination, Process Control, Cost Management, SAP ERP Implementation & QMS to ensure organizational profitability.

Well versed in Global EHS & Quality standards with core expertise in Dow/DuPont’s EHS & PSM methodologies like RC/PHA, PSSR, LOPA, LPP, SSIS, CEI/FEI, RA, JSA, HAZOP & HAZID.

Proven history of implementing cost saving measures to achieve substantial reduction in terms of production, raw materials, workforce and

asset utilization.

Enterprising leader with a strong record of contributions managing various plant catalysts & precious metals management along with internal control through successful implementation of SOPs, ODMS, CMMS & MWP management systems.

Excellence in driving the successful roll-out of plant operations & maintenance tasks with answerability of defining scope, analyzing requirements, prioritizing tasks, identifying dependencies, evaluating risks & other issues as per safety norms.

Directing plant activities with answerability for strategic utilization of available resources & machinery, implementing cost saving measures to

achieve reduction in terms of person-days & production cost.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Plant Operations & Technology Management

Process Safety & QMS Management                      Cost Optimization & Budgeting

Major TAR & Shutdown Management                                                                                  Continuous Process Improvement                                                     CAPEX Projects Management

Maintenance & Activity Coordination                      EHS & Statutory Compliance                                                                                       Resource Planning & Utilization

OEM & Technology Licensors Liaising                                                                               Procurement Coordination &

Catalyst Contracts Administration

SOFT SKILLS                                                                                                                                                                            EDUCATION

Change Agent & Collaborator Resilient & Negotiator

Communicator & Networking

Adaptability to dynamic changes

Coordination, Planning & Scheduling

Problem Solving & Empathy

BS in Chemical Engineering – Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, India

PGDBM (Honors) – University of Indianapolis – School of Business (B. School, Chennai), India

Diploma in Industrial Safety – National Institute of Labor Education & Management, Chennai, India

Project Management Professional (PMP)® – Project Management Institute, USA

HSE Certificate in Process Safety Management – NEBOSH, United Kingdom

CAREER TIMELINE

Yara Fertilizers India Pvt Ltd. Formerly Tata Chemicals Ltd.

1997 – 2013

Sadara Chemical Company

JV of Dow & Saudi Aramco, Al-Jubail, KSA

2013 – 2022

Linde GmbH

Gases Division, Germany
OCI Global, The Netherlands

Clean NH3 Project: Beaumont, TX, USA

2024-Present
2023 – 2024

Sr. Process Operation Engineer – Ammonia Plant & Offsite/Utilities

Sr. Production Engineer & Process Safety Focal Point – Isocyanates

HyCO Technology Manager

EMEA (Center of Competence)
Principal Operations Engineer & Process Safety SME

WORK EXPERIENCE

March 2024 – Present: HyCO Technology Manager – EMEA (Center of Competence) at Linde GmbH (Gases Division), Germany
Key Result Areas:

·        Currently serving as Lead Project Coordinator for Linde/Equinor’s Eemshaven H2M project in the Netherlands, which is in the Under-FEED stage. This low carbon hydrogen project includes a CO2 capture and storage (CCS) unit, designed to capture and store over 95% of CO2 emissions beneath the seabed offshore Norway. The H2M project is slated to commence production in 2029.

·        Involved in product and technology management at Linde, specializing in Green, Blue, and Grey Hydrogen/Ammonia plants, along with CO2 units dedicated to Carbon Capture.

·        Overseeing the global coordination of HyCO technology and managing Linde’s HyCO LGSR (Linde Gas Standard Requirements)

·        Cooperating & collaborating with HyCO teams and groups in EMEA, Americas, and APAC to realize consistent experience collection and feedback into Linde Gas Standard Requirements for continuous improvement.

·        Responsible for capturing & disseminating lessons learned across Linde’s global plant fleet to enhance Linde Gas Standard Requirements.

·        Supporting Linde’s Center of Competence (CoC) as a key member focusing on operations and technology for HyCO plants within the EMEA fleet.

·        Participating in milestone project reviews, including PFD, P&ID, HAZOP, plot plans, 3D model reviews, and design safety & PSM document assessments, ensuring active engagement in daily activities.

·        Responsible for the application, maintenance, and continuous development of design requirements for Linde-operated plants, aiming to ensure the highest reliability and optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) throughout the plant’s lifetime.

·        Participating in technical concept development and support optimization of investment budgets for onsite supply schemes in EMEA.

·        Participating in various stages of conceptual engineering (FEL, FEED studies) and in the execution of Linde HyCO projects.

January 2023 – January 2024: Principal Operations Engineer & Process Safety SME at OCI Global, The Netherlands

Associated with 3000 MTPD Clean Ammonia Project (KBR) at Beaumont, Texas, USA

Key Result Areas:

·        Leading technical bid evaluations for various vendors, OEM, and technology licensors for the ISBL and OSBL facilities of 3000 MTPD ammonia plant.

·        Reviewing technical documents from vendors and OEMs including P&ID, PFD, plant layouts, equipment specifications, C&E matrices, sequence of operations, materials & energy balance sheets, safeguard and interlocks, among others. Identifying opportunities for improvement and ensure that subsequent revisions incorporate necessary corrections promptly.

·        Conducted a comprehensive assessment of safeguards and interlocks for the OCICA project, benchmarking and comparing them with those of other OCI plants, EH&S/PSM standards, and other RAGAGEP practices.

·        Formulated a consolidated PSI library for the OCICA project, encompassing all ISBL and OSBL facilities.

·        Conducted a rigorous safety assessment of the Ammonia Synthesis unit’s Start-up heater, evaluating both existing design and proposed significant enhancements to Safety Interlocks and BMS to ensure reliable and safe operations.

·        Participated & lead engineering phase HAZOP sessions for all process systems performed by EP Maire Tecnimont/Bureau Veritas.

·        Responsible for reviewing engineering specifications, supplier’s Scope of Work, and other related documents.

·        Conducted thorough assessments to ensure comprehensive compliance with applicable Permit to Operate and EPO agreements.

·        Participated in 3D model reviews of the plant at various project development phases, providing comments and suggestions for improvements.

·        Collaborating with the EH&S team to ensure compliance to various safety & regulatory requirements. This includes adhering to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines, as well as identifying and mitigating potential safety hazards or associated risks.

·        Collaborating with EP Maire Tecnimont to systematically close various HAZOP, LOPA action items & Company Variance requests in a timely manner.

·        Involved in supporting the development of various operations SOPs and checklists related to plant commissioning and for use in routine operations.

·        Involved in the review & approval of technical safety aspects of the project, including fire water & emergency management systems such as safety showers, gas detectors, PAGA systems, winterization measures, and critical hazardous area classification requirements.

October 2013 – December 2022: Sr. Production Engineer (Grade-13) & PSM Focal Point at Sadara Chemical Company

JV of Dow Chemical Company & Saudi Aramco, Al-Jubail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Growth Path:

Production Activity Coordinator – Nitric Acid,

Aniline, Formalin & Mono- Nitrobenzene Plants

Senior Production Engineer – Nitric Acid, Aniline, Formalin & Mono-Nitrobenzene Plants

Process Safety Focal Point – Nitric Acid, Aniline, Formalin & Mono-Nitrobenzene Plants

Operations Turnaround Leader

– Nitric Acid, Aniline, Formalin

& Mono-Nitrobenzene Plants

Key Result Areas:

As Senior Production Engineer (Aramco Grade-13), I effectively managed Operations, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and TAR management for four Isocyanate chain precursor plants. Upholding Dow/DuPont’s EH&S and Process Safety Management systems was a priority in my role. I also played a pivotal role as unit lead, overseeing construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, routine operations, and troubleshooting for:

o     Nitric Acid Plant: 1200 MTPD unit licensed by Espindesa (a subsidiary of Técnicas Reunidas, S.A)

o     Aniline Plant: 935 MTPD unit licensed by KBR (Dow/DuPont Technology)

o     Formalin Plant: 495 MTPD unit licensed by Johnson Matthey, Sweden (formerly Perstorp)

o     Mono-Nitrobenzene Plant: 1248 MTPD unit licensed by NORAM Engineering and Constructors Ltd., Canada

·        Overseeing all aspects of production activities for plants, ensuring updated knowledge of the latest technological advancements, regulations, and statutory compliances in the industry.

·        Establishing targets for the team aligned with cascaded Balanced Scorecard (BSC) goals, short-term and long-term budgets, ensuring achievement of S&OP objectives.

·        Monitoring & tracking the projects with respect to budgeted costs, demand forecasts, and time overruns to ensure timely execution of projects.

·        Providing support to minimize performance bottlenecks, aiming to achieve high productivity through efficient consumption of raw materials and optimal utilization of assets.

·        Developing & implementing measures for energy conservation, including identifying opportunities, analyzing data for cost management, driving sustainability initiatives, and conducting post-audit operations.

·        Managing plant operations with a particular focus on EH&S/PSM, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery performance targets. I ensured compliance with regulations related to labor laws, quality standards, and environmental issues at all times.

·        Checking treated effluent parameters, analyze deviations, and implement corrective and preventive actions. I review safety audit reports and ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) norms.

·        Collaborating with technical advisors & plant personnel to optimize operations to meet EH&S, Production, cost, quality, energy, reliability goals.

·        Managing catalyst transactions & site inventories with catalyst suppliers i.e., JM, Evonik, BASF, Dow etc.

·        Managing reclaimed PGM (Platinum Group Metals) accounts with catalyst refiners and leading technical discussions with OEM/process licensors.

·        Ensuring ODMS & SMWP requirements are thoroughly implemented to optimize operational reliability.

·        Collaborating with plant process control coordination personal to ensure process control optimization in the facility.

·        Performed various add-on management roles as determined by senior leadership, such as OPWP Leader, ODMS Element Point, Operations TAR Leader, PGM A/C Manager, Catalyst Contracts Administrator & Manufacturing Representative to lead CAPEX projects.

February 1997 – September 2013: Sr. Process Operation Engineer at Yara Fertilizers India Pvt. Ltd., Fertilizer Complex, India

Key Result Areas:

As a Senior Operations Engineer, I have gained extensive experience in operations, troubleshooting, and managing maintenance and shutdown activities for Ammonia/O&U plants. My roles have encompassed Field Operations, DCS In-Charge, Shift Supervisor, and Run Plant Engineer. The plant utilized low-energy Haldor Topsoe technology, offering the flexibility of mixed feed i.e. Natural Gas & Naphtha.

During my tenure, the DCS system underwent an upgrade, integrating Advanced Process Control (APC) technology to enhance energy optimization efforts. Initially designed with a nameplate ammonia production capacity of 1350 MT/day, we successfully augmented this to 2000 MT/day through a Debottlenecking Project in 2008. The Ammonia/O&U plants comprised the following key process units:

AMMONIA PLANT OPERATIONS:

Haldor Topsoe (low energy technology):- Natural Gas Skid, Naphtha Pre De-Sulphuration Unit (NPDU), Adiabatic Pre-reforming, Hydro- desulphurization (Feed Gas Sweetening unit), Fired Heater for feed pre-processing, Side fired Tubular Steam Reforming , Auto Thermal Reforming (ATR), CO shift conversion – MTS &  LTS, GV process for CO2 Removal, Methanation,  Ammonia  Synthesis  &  Refrigeration , Central compressor  house – Synthesis  Gas, Process  Air & Ammonia  Refrigeration  Compressor,  NG  Booster Compressor, Ammonia & Cryogenic Purge Gas Recovery (PGRU) Unit, Process Condensate Stripping & Vapor Absorption Machines for Synthesis Gas cooling.

OFFSITE & UTILITIES UNIT OPERATIONS:

·        Captive Power & Steam Generation Plant: Mark-VI, Frame-5 Gas Turbines (2×25 MW) including HRSGs (2×100 TPH). Operation of dual fuel (NG & naphtha) fired Steam Boiler – 120 TPH of HP steam generation.

·        Water De-mineralization Process & Raw Water Distribution: 800 M3/Hr. capacity DM plant equipped with anion & cation exchangers, mixed bed units, activated carbon filters & effluent neutralization section.

·        Compressed Air Generation & Dehumidification process: Managed two multistage centrifugal air compressors & one double acting reciprocating air compressor along with air dehumidification adsorbers.

·        Air Separation Plant (IGGP): Operations of cryogenic nitrogen separation process unit with two cryogenic liquid storage tanks, distribution & loading/ unloading section.

·        Effluent Treatment Plant & Waste Oil Recovery Section: Ammonia strippers. Controls of waste lube oil recovery unit & rainwater harvesting pond.

·        Ammonia Gas Refrigeration, Storage & Distribution:  Handling & Storage of liquid ammonia; (2 X 5000 MT) well equipped with vapor.

reliquification units facilitated by screw compressors by Alfa Label. Distribution & loading / unloading of liquid ammonia from road or railway tankers.

·        Flare Stack Systems: Operation & Emergency handling of main flare stack (reformer & synthesis gas blow down) & ammonia storage flare stack

systems.

·        Cooling Towers (Urea & Ammonia): Operation & troubleshooting of two open recirculatory, cross flow induced draft cooling towers & two

counter flow glass reinforced polymer made cooling towers commissioned by Marley Cooling Towers with cooling water supply pumps.

·        Naphtha Bulk Storage & Handling System: Storage, handling of bulk naphtha storage tanks (3X6300 KL) & distribution system equipped with

submersible barrel pumps including unloading from railway cars.

ADDITIONAL ROLES, ASSIGNMENTS & EXPERTISE:

·        Operations Turnaround Leader (Pit-Stops & TAR): overseeing operations representation for job scoping, planning, scheduling, and execution across all phases. This encompasses scope development, both general and detailed planning and scheduling, pre-work coordination, equipment clearance, shutdown activities, and ensuring smooth return to operations.

·        Process Safety Management (SME): certified at Dow/DuPont, with experience in providing expert advice on Process Safety for facility changes and projects. Responsible to prepare for Process Safety reviews for facilities and OPEX/CAPEX projects, coordinating and reviewing Process Safety related Management of Change (MOC) processes and Compliance deferrals. Responsible to maintain comprehensive process safety documentation, including RC/PHA, PSSR, LOPA, LPP, RA, JSA, Relief Design, SSIS, HACD, and CEI/FEI. I had served as a key resource for Process Safety related self-assessments, PSM/EH&S audits, and LOPA re-validations. Additionally, I also functioned as the Facility Focal Point for Safety Instrumented Systems lifecycle management, adhering to SIS Work Process, Instrument & Mechanical Integrity standards. Working collaboratively with Production and Improvement teams, I secure resources and support to address identified gaps. I have facilitated qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, including What-If, HAZOP/HAZID, FMEA, SIL, and Bowtie analyses, and lead various safety reviews and studies such as PHAs, HAZOPs, JSAs, incident investigations, and loss prevention inspections and audits. Provide guidance on standards development through technical review committees and support the operating site’s Risk Management Plans, offering technical expertise during safety and regulatory audits.

·        Lead Activity Coordinator & Maintenance Gatekeeper: collaborating with plant personnel and expertise centers to coordinate, prioritize, and schedule plant activities. Served as Lead Gatekeeper, leveraging plant knowledge and experience to oversee the Master Task List, ensuring activities are safely and optimally scheduled to add value. I assessed urgent maintenance issues and other events, identifying root causes, defining work scopes, creating work orders, and submitting them for approval to the Maintenance Gatekeeper. Additionally, I functioned as the site EH&S task focal point, implementing and providing training/coaching on Compliance Task processes and the Compliance Task Tool (CTT) for day staff and shift crews. I ensured that the Management of Change (MOC) process followed for all changes, including those originating from maintenance work orders and small projects, monitoring progress, and communicating updates regularly, including temporary MOCs to meet all regulatory requirements.

PROJECTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

·        Served as the Operations Project Engineer for the Debottlenecking Project at a Urea Fertilizer complex. This capacity augmentation project involves overseeing fabrication, erection, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and test runs for various major process equipment, including vapor absorption machines (chillers), bulk flow coolers, heat exchangers, compressors, pumps, fired heaters, GRP cooling towers, water demineralization units, and conveyor gantries.

·        Assignment as Ops Representative overseeing major mechanical rehabilitation works of the S50 Ammonia Synthesis Converter, focused on re-welding the leaky site weld joint.

·        Operations Project Engineer assigned to coordinate with UHDE, India, overseeing major de-commissioning and re-commissioning activities for atmospheric bulk ammonia storage tanks (2X5000 MT).

·        Project Engineer responsible for the complete rehabilitation of refractory works at the Primary and Secondary Reformers in the ammonia plant, as well as the service boiler in the Captive Power Plant.

·        One year assignment in Total Quality Management (TQM) cell to implement major cost of quality elements and establish a systematic 5S System approach across all departments.

·        Involved with the Civil Construction Cell as a Quality Control Engineer, overseeing earth preparation works including the installation of 30,000 stone columns using the Vibro-Flotation method, with columns reaching depths of up to 10 meters. I supervised civil construction activities such as the foundation preparation for heavy-duty rotary and static machines, construction of water-retaining structures for cooling towers, injection grouting works, RCC core cutting, and acid-proof brick lining.

·        Collaborated with the EH&S cell as a Unit Facilitator for a project aimed at analyzing the company’s existing safety standards in comparison to OSHA’s HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) and PSM (Process Safety Management) standards, specifically Workplace Safety Standards (29.CFR. 1910). This involved conducting a gap analysis and preparing various SOPs, work instructions, and checklists accordingly

·        Serve as the Operations Manufacturing Representative overseeing the execution of the pH neutralization skid CAPEX project for the Formalin plant at Sadara Chemical Company.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

·        Lifetime Engineer Membership – Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE), Kolkata, India

·        Corporate Engineer Membership – Institution of Engineers of India (IEI), Kolkata, India

·        Professional Accreditation Membership Certificate – Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE), KSA

·        Lifetime Corporate Membership – International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA)

·        Lifetime Engineer Membership – International Association of Engineers (IAENG)

·        Lifetime Engineer Membership – European Federation of Chemical Engineering (EFCE)

COURSES, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

·        Chartered Engineer (C.Eng.) – Institution of Engineers of India (IEI), Kolkata

·        COSHH Manager & Risk Assessor Certification™ by Sevron Safety Solutions & The Knights of Safety Academy

·        One year on the job training (OJT) in Nitric Acid, MNB & Aniline Plants at Dow Chemical Company, Bohlen Works, Germany

·        Certified Integrated Management Systems Auditor – CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development

·        Qualified First Aider by St. John’s Ambulance, U.K

·        Hazard Communication & Risk Assessment training by Ensafe Technologies

·        Dow Life Critical Standards, Organization Discipline Management Systems & Maintenance Work Process training

·        Layers of Protection Analysis & Loss Prevention Principles training by Dow Chemical Company, Bohlen Works, Germany

·        Reactive Chemicals & Process Hazard Analysis (RCPHA) training by Dow Chemical Company, Bohlen Works, Germany

·        Apollo Root Cause Analysis (Reality Charting) by ARMS Reliability, USA & AspenTech by Aspen Technology, USA

PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth:   10th
10th January 1978
Permanent Address: House No: 150/2, Royal Homes Township, Tala Nagri, Harduaganj, Aligarh-202001, Uttar Pradesh, India
Languages Known: Professional Language skills in English, Hindi & Urdu with elementary Arabic & German
Willing to relocate: Anywhere worldwide (Present Employer’s Notice Period – Three months)
Present Employer’s Notice Period – 3 months