Alex Peterson
About Alex Peterson
Alex Peterson is an Engineering Supervisor for Rotating Equipment at ExxonMobil, with extensive experience in various engineering roles and a strong focus on diversity and inclusion.
Current Position at ExxonMobil
Alex Peterson is currently the Engineering Supervisor for Rotating Equipment at ExxonMobil, based in Baytown, Texas. He assumed this role in 2021. His responsibilities include overseeing the maintenance, reliability, and performance of rotating equipment, ensuring operational efficiency, and managing a team of engineers. His job requires expertise in both technical aspects and team leadership.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Prior to his current position, Alex Peterson held several roles at ExxonMobil. These include: Fixed Equipment Improve Engineer (2020-2021), BOPX 2021 Turnaround Engineer (2018-2020), Mechanical Contact Engineer at Baytown Olefins Plant (2017-2018), Dewaxing Mechanical Contact Engineer at Baytown Refinery (2016-2017), and Rotating Drilling Engineer (2014-2016). Each role required specialized technical knowledge and contributed to his comprehensive expertise in mechanical and rotating equipment engineering.
Academic Background
Alex Peterson holds both a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Howard University. He completed his Master’s degree in 2013 and his Bachelor’s degree in 2012. During his time at Howard University, he developed a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, conducting significant research projects including efficiency improvements for solar cells and notch root fracture analysis.
Previous Work Experience
Before his extensive tenure at ExxonMobil, Alex Peterson gained diverse experience through various internships and roles. He interned at Abbott and Abbott Vascular in 2011 and 2010, respectively. He also worked as a Capstone Project Team Leader and General Motors Team Leader at Howard University. Additionally, he was a Site Coordinator and Tutor for BearPaw Tutors LLC and a Vehicle Technology Directorate Intern at the US Army Research Laboratory.
Professional Development and Diversity Initiatives
Alex Peterson is actively involved in professional development and diversity initiatives. He serves as the Professional Development Co-Chair of the Black Employee Success Team at ExxonMobil. In this role, he organizes events and training programs to enhance technical and professional skills. He is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, working with various teams to assess and improve diversity and competency within the engineering organization. His work has included analyzing data and trends to inform these initiatives.
Publication and Research Contributions
Alex Peterson co-authored a publication in the World Journal of Mechanics, focusing on the dynamic effects of subjecting materials to high strain rate loading. This signifies his commitment to advancing mechanical engineering knowledge. Additionally, during his academic career, he conducted research on increasing the efficiency of solar cells and notch root fracture analysis, contributing to the broader field of mechanical engineering.