Eric Donnelly
About Eric Donnelly
Eric Donnelly is the Lead of Long Term Strategic Planning at Chevron, based in Richmond, California, and also serves as a Manufacturing Business Plan Analyst in San Ramon, CA. He has a background in Chemical Engineering and Business/Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis.
Current Role at Chevron
Eric Donnelly is currently serving as the Lead of Long Term Strategic Planning at Chevron, a role he has held since January 2020. In this capacity, he is responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives that align with Chevron's long-term goals. His work involves conducting economic evaluations of various projects to ensure their viability and alignment with company objectives. Eric's current role is based in Richmond, California, United States.
Other Positions at Chevron
In addition to his role in Long Term Strategic Planning, Eric Donnelly works as a Manufacturing Business Plan Analyst at Chevron in San Ramon, CA. Previously, he served as a Pipeline Scheduler from 2015 to 2017, and as a Refinery Distillate Scheduler for two months in 2014, both in the San Francisco Bay Area. Eric also held positions as a Refinery Mass Balance Engineer from 2013 to 2014, and as a Process Engineer from 2011 to 2013, demonstrating his extensive experience within Chevron's operational frameworks.
Early Career at Procter & Gamble
Before his extensive tenure at Chevron, Eric Donnelly worked as a Process Engineer at Procter & Gamble in the Sacramento, California Area for three months in 2010. This role marked the beginning of his career in the engineering and process optimization fields.
Educational Background
Eric Donnelly holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Business/Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis, which he completed in 2021. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the same institution, which he completed in 2011. His academic background has provided a strong foundation for his roles in engineering and strategic planning.
Developing Strategic Plans at Chevron
Eric Donnelly has been instrumental in the development of strategic plans at Chevron. He has developed a 5-year Business Plan for Chevron's refinery operations and created a 6-year Capital Plan for refining projects. His roles have often included conducting detailed economic evaluations to ensure the feasibility and alignment of projects with Chevron's long-term strategic goals.