Bruce Briggs
About Bruce Briggs
Bruce Briggs is a Principal Chemical Engineer with extensive experience in process modeling and development. He has worked for notable companies such as UOP, BP, and Spectraforce Technologies, and holds a Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University.
Current Role at SPECTRAFORCE Technologies
Bruce Briggs serves as a Principal Chemical Engineer at SPECTRAFORCE Technologies since 2016. In this role, he focuses on leveraging his extensive background in chemical engineering to contribute to various projects. His responsibilities include overseeing process modeling and ensuring the technical excellence of engineering solutions. He has been instrumental in enhancing the performance of refining and petrochemical units, supporting the commercialization of new technologies.
Previous Experience at UOP and BP
Prior to his current position, Bruce Briggs accumulated significant experience in the chemical engineering field. He worked at UOP for a total of 24 years, first as a Process Development Engineer from 1981 to 1999 and later as a Process Development Specialist from 1999 to 2005. Following his tenure at UOP, he spent a decade at BP as a Process Modeling Engineer from 2005 to 2015. His roles at these organizations involved various aspects of process development and modeling, contributing to his expertise in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Bruce Briggs earned a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. His academic background laid the foundation for his extensive career in chemical engineering. He possesses specialized knowledge in Platforming, C3 Oleflex, and FCC technology areas, which he applies in his current contractor work on UOP-Honeywell process modeling projects. His skills in data management and mining further enhance his capabilities in process technologies.
Skills in Process Engineering
Bruce Briggs has developed strong skills in building high-performance implementation teams that focus on delivering value through technical excellence. His expertise includes core reaction engineering and statistical analysis techniques. He has a demonstrated ability to enhance the performance of refining and petrochemical units, which is crucial for the successful commercialization of new technologies. His diverse experience spans both large production oil companies and smaller process licensing vendors.