Jose. E Bengoa
About Jose. E Bengoa
Jose E. Bengoa serves as the Regional Director for Latin America at Hatch, a position he has held since 2014. He has extensive experience in operational readiness and engineering, with a background in chemical engineering and metallurgy.
Work at Hatch
Jose E. Bengoa has served as the Regional Director for Latin America at Hatch since 2014. Based in Lima, he has held this position for a decade, overseeing various projects and initiatives across the region. His role involves strategic leadership and management of operations, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability within the engineering sector.
Current Role at Anglo American
In addition to his position at Hatch, Jose E. Bengoa has been the Manager of Operational Readiness, Commissioning & Start-Up at Anglo American since 2010. He works in Moquegua, Peru, where he has accumulated over 14 years of experience in ensuring effective operational readiness for projects. His responsibilities include overseeing commissioning processes and facilitating the transition to full production.
Education and Expertise
Jose E. Bengoa studied Chemical Engineering in Arequipa, Peru, from 1975 to 1980, earning his degree over a five-year period. He later pursued a Master's Degree in Metallurgy from 1999 to 2002, also in Arequipa, which he completed in three years. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in operational management and engineering.
Background in Southern Peru Copper Corporation
Before his current roles, Jose E. Bengoa worked for Southern Peru Copper Corporation for 30 years, serving as Smelter Superintendent from 1976 to 2006. This long tenure provided him with significant experience in the copper industry and operational management, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of production processes.
Achievements in Operational Management
Jose E. Bengoa has a strong focus on achieving rapid and safe ramp-up to full production through effective commissioning, start-up, and handover processes. He has been involved in capital investment projects aimed at operational sustainability and engineering. His expertise includes implementing Asset Management Systems based on ISO 55000 standards and utilizing block diagrams and dynamic simulation models to enhance operational performance.