Hemant Kumar
About Hemant Kumar
Hemant Kumar is a Petroleum Engineer at Chevron in San Ramon, California, with over a decade of experience in both academic and industry settings.
Professional Experience at Chevron
Hemant Kumar has been working at Chevron as a Petroleum Engineer in San Ramon, California, United States since February 2013. With over a decade of experience at this leading energy company, Hemant has been involved in various engineering projects, contributing to Chevron's operational success in the petroleum sector.
Former Roles and Industry Experience
Before his tenure at Chevron, Hemant Kumar worked at ExxonMobil as an Engineering Intern in 2011 for 3 months. His industry experience also includes a 6-month stint as a Technical Services Engineer at Orica in 2008, and as an Associate Software Engineer at Covansys for 7 months from 2007 to 2008. These roles provided Hemant with a well-rounded understanding of different engineering and technical disciplines.
Academic Roles and Research Contributions
Hemant Kumar has a strong academic background, having served as a Research Assistant at Penn State University from 2010 to 2013, contributing to significant research projects in the field of petroleum engineering. Additionally, he worked at the Energy Institute as a Research and Teaching Assistant from 2008 to 2010, where he engaged in both research and educational activities.
Educational Background
Hemant Kumar completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Petroleum Engineering at Penn State University from 2010 to 2012. Prior to his Ph.D., he earned a Master of Science degree from the same institution between 2008 and 2010. Hemant also holds a Bachelor's degree from Banaras Hindu University, which he completed in 2004.
Diverse Technical Skills
Hemant Kumar's diverse technical background spans several domains. From software engineering roles at Covansys to technical services at Orica, alongside his extensive experience in petroleum engineering at both ExxonMobil and Chevron, Hemant has developed a robust skill set. His research assistant positions at Penn State University and the Energy Institute further highlight his expertise and dedication to advancing engineering knowledge.