Gena Smith
About Gena Smith
Gena Smith is a Senior Technical Engineer at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in chemical engineering, having previously worked at W. R. Grace & Co., Albemarle Corporation, Dow Corning, and GE Aviation.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Gena Smith is currently serving as a Senior Technical Engineer at ExxonMobil since 2019. Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Smith contributes to various technical engineering projects within the company. Her role involves significant technical oversight, operational management, and the commercialization of engineering processes and products.
Previous Experience at W. R. Grace & Co.
Before joining ExxonMobil, Gena Smith worked at W. R. Grace & Co. as a Chemical Engineer from 2018 to 2019. During her nine-month tenure in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, she was responsible for tasks that required in-depth chemical engineering expertise and collaboration with various technical teams.
Role at Albemarle Corporation
Gena Smith served as a Chemical Engineer at Albemarle Corporation from 2012 to 2018. Over six years, she focused on long-term improvement projects and served reliably in the Polymer Lab. Her work included ensuring smooth operations, prioritizing safety, and contributing to the development of engineering projects within the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Gena Smith studied Chemical Engineering at Purdue University, where she received a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. She attended from 2008 to 2012, gaining foundational and advanced knowledge in chemical engineering principles and practices.
Early Career Internships
Gena Smith gained early engineering experience through internships at GE Aviation and Dow Corning. In 2010, she spent three months as an Engineering Intern at GE Aviation. The following year, she completed a two-month Process Engineering Internship at Dow Corning in 2011. These internships provided practical exposure to engineering roles and industry standards.