Amy Hinojosa
About Amy Hinojosa
Amy Hinojosa is a Facilities Engineer at Chevron in Houston, Texas, with a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in the industry. She is also actively involved in community service and education initiatives.
Current Role at Chevron
Amy Hinojosa currently holds the position of Facilities Engineer at Chevron. Based in the Houston, Texas Area, she applies her extensive expertise in engineering to support Chevron's operations. Her role involves working on various projects to ensure the efficiency and reliability of facilities, contributing to the company's overall mission.
Previous Experience at KBR, Inc.
Before her current role, Amy Hinojosa worked at KBR, Inc. as a Principle Technical Professional. During her seven-year tenure from 2007 to 2014, she was based in the Houston, Texas Area. Her responsibilities included overseeing technical projects and providing professional expertise to support the company’s engineering operations.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Amy Hinojosa earned her Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston. She studied there from 1998 to 2003, gaining the foundational knowledge and skills that have supported her career in engineering. Her education laid the groundwork for her roles in various engineering and technical positions.
Board Membership and Nonprofit Leadership
Amy Hinojosa is actively involved in several nonprofit organizations. She serves as a board member for the Harris County Department of Education Position 1, Precinct 2. Additionally, she holds a director position on the board of ProUnitas, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness for health and wellness resources for youth. As the founder of Community Leaders Encouraging Academia Through Sports, Inc. (CLEATS), Amy leads a community youth athletic program.
Community and Mentoring Initiatives
In addition to her professional roles, Amy Hinojosa is deeply committed to education and mentoring. She heads a program that allows students to explore their college futures by visiting local universities. Amy also shares her passion for education through several student and professional mentoring initiatives, supporting the development of future generations of leaders. She was a Houston Leadership ISD fellow in 2020 and a Houston Latinos for Education fellow in 2019.