Danial Whitt
About Danial Whitt
Danial Whitt is a Reliability Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and process management. He has worked at various companies, including Progress Energy, International Paper, and currently Domtar, where he focuses on vibration analysis and equipment reliability.
Current Role at Domtar
Danial Whitt has been employed as a Reliability Engineer at Domtar since 2016. He works in Bennettsville, South Carolina, where he focuses on enhancing the reliability of equipment and systems. His responsibilities include building a stronger vibration analysis team that prioritizes troubleshooting over mere data collection. He has developed action plans aimed at preventing equipment failures and maintaining quality control through an Automated Data System (ADS) process.
Previous Experience at International Paper
Danial Whitt worked at International Paper in various capacities from 2012 to 2016. Initially, he served as a Reliability Engineer for one year in the Savannah, Georgia Area before transitioning to the role of Process Manager, where he worked for three years. His experience at International Paper contributed to his expertise in reliability engineering and process management.
Internship at Progress Energy
In 2011, Danial Whitt completed a two-month internship as a Reactor System Engineer Intern at Progress Energy in Hartsville, South Carolina. This role provided him with practical experience in the engineering field, specifically within the energy sector.
Education and Mechanical Engineering Background
Danial Whitt studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Carolina-Columbia, earning his Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree from 2009 to 2011. Prior to that, he attended Midlands Technical College, where he also studied Mechanical Engineering and achieved a Bachelor's degree from 2007 to 2009. His educational background has laid a strong foundation for his career in engineering.
Professional Development and Training
Danial Whitt has completed Level II vibration analysis training with Technical Associates. He is currently working towards the Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification, further enhancing his skills and knowledge in reliability engineering and maintenance practices.