Christian Penas
About Christian Penas
Christian Penas is the Digital Transformation Manager at ExxonMobil, overseeing the digitalization of a petrochemical site in Normandie, France. He has extensive experience in maintenance and project management within the company.
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Christian Penas is the Digital Transformation Manager at ExxonMobil, a position he has held since 2019. His role focuses on leading the digital transformation initiatives at the Port-Jérôme-sur-Seine petrochemical site in Normandie, France.
Work Experience
Christian Penas has extensive experience at ExxonMobil across multiple roles and locations. Before becoming the Digital Transformation Manager, he served as the Responsable Maintenance Grands Arrêts et Projets from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he was the Responsable Maintenance at Port Jerome Gravenchon from 2012 to 2016 and at Fos-sur-Mer from 2009 to 2012. His career at ExxonMobil started as a Business Team Leader Offsites from 2006 to 2009 in Fos-sur-Mer.
Major Projects
One of Christian Penas's most significant accomplishments is leading a major project with a budget of approximately 85 million euros and a team of 300 collaborators. This project was recognized by the Regional Management of ExxonMobil for its successful execution.
Digital Transformation Initiatives
In his current role, Christian Penas is responsible for orchestrating the digital transformation of ExxonMobil's petrochemical site at Port-Jérôme-sur-Seine. This involves defining the digitalization plan, which includes scope, budgets, resources, and planning. He presents these plans to global organizations to secure funding and resources. Additionally, he is part of an international network focused on developing applications to enhance Turnaround and Maintenance efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Christian Penas studied at E.N.S.I.C, where he completed his studies in Génie Chimique and achieved the title of Ingénieur en Genie des Procédés - DEA Génies des Procédés, from 1993 to 1996. His educational background provided a strong foundation in chemical engineering and process engineering.