Dean Harwood
About Dean Harwood
Dean Harwood is a Systems Engineer specializing in Mechanical & Rotating Equipment at Chevron in Perth, Western Australia, with over 7 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
Current Role at Chevron
Dean Harwood is currently serving as a Systems Engineer specializing in Mechanical and Rotating Equipment at Chevron in Perth, Western Australia. As part of the Gorgon Utilities System Team at the Gorgon LNG Plant since November 2018, he plays a crucial role in managing both onshore and offshore mechanical engineering projects. His role involves extensive work on Australia’s largest LNG Major Capital Projects and production facilities.
Previous Experience at Chevron
Dean Harwood has accumulated significant experience at Chevron in various engineering roles. He started as a Mechanical Engineer on Barrow Island from 2013 to 2014. He then worked as a Project Engineer in Perth from 2014 to 2016, followed by a Lead Project Engineer role in Onslow for 11 months from 2016 to 2017. From 2017 to 2018, he served as Field Engineer - Piping in Onslow before moving to the Rotating Equipment Engineer position on Barrow Island for 7 months in 2018. This diverse background has provided him with comprehensive expertise in mechanical and rotating equipment engineering.
Educational Background
Dean Harwood holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honors) from Deakin University, where he studied from 2009 to 2012. This academic foundation provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various engineering roles throughout his career. His education has been integral to his success in the Oil & Gas industry.
Expertise in Mechanical and Rotating Equipment Engineering
Dean Harwood specializes in both onshore and offshore mechanical and rotating equipment engineering. His extensive experience over more than 7 years in the Oil & Gas industry includes working on major projects and production facilities in Western Australia, particularly on Barrow Island and in Onslow. His specialization is critical for the effective management and maintenance of mechanical systems and rotating equipment in complex engineering environments.