Jan Otterman
About Jan Otterman
Jan Otterman is the Global Field Engineering Manager for Aviation & Marine at ExxonMobil, with a background in the Royal Netherlands Navy and extensive education in engineering and business management.
Title
Jan Otterman serves as the Global Field Engineering Manager - Aviation & Marine at ExxonMobil. In this role, he oversees field engineering operations in the aviation and marine sectors, ensuring efficient processes and high standards.
Company
Jan Otterman is currently employed by ExxonMobil, a leading global oil and gas corporation. His position involves significant responsibilities in the aviation and marine sectors, contributing to the company's field engineering initiatives on a global scale.
Background
Jan Otterman has a diverse professional background, beginning his career as a Navy Officer in the Royal Netherlands Navy from 1994 to 1995. He transitioned to ExxonMobil in 1995, where he has built a robust career over several decades. His work has spanned various commercial roles within the ExxonMobil Benelux downstream organization.
Education and Expertise
Jan Otterman holds a Master's Degree in Engineering Physics/Applied Physics from the University of Twente, completed between 1988 and 1994. He has also completed multiple leadership programs: the Global Leadership Program (2015) and Advanced Leadership Program (2009) at Thunderbird School of Global Management, and the Enterprise Leadership Program (2003) at INSEAD. His education has equipped him with deep expertise in business administration, management, and leadership.
Professional Experience
Jan Otterman has extensive experience in managing large teams and implementing business strategies. He has a proven track record in developing and executing business strategies across diverse markets. His roles have frequently involved managing teams of over 100 full-time employees across multiple continents and focusing on process-driven environments in high-tech industries.
People Development
Jan Otterman has a passion for people development, especially within technology and customer-focused roles. His leadership emphasizes mentoring and developing talent, fostering growth in complex and high-tech sectors.