Marianne Smits
About Marianne Smits
Marianne Smits is a Film Application Engineer at ExxonMobil with a background in research engineering and academia.
Current Position at Exxonmobil
Marianne Smits serves as a Film Application Engineer at Exxonmobil. She has held this role since 2017. In this position, she likely focuses on the application and development of polymer films, leveraging her extensive background in materials science and chemical engineering. Exxonmobil, being a leading company in the petrochemical industry, provides Smits with a platform to contribute to advanced film technologies used in various industrial applications.
Previous Role at Exxonmobil
Before her current role, Marianne Smits worked as a Research Engineer at Exxonmobil from 2013 to 2017. During her four-year tenure, she was involved in research and development projects aimed at improving existing products and discovering new technologies in the petrochemical sector. Her experience in this role provided a solid foundation for her subsequent responsibilities as a Film Application Engineer.
Academic and Research Experience
Marianne Smits has a robust academic background, having earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Antwerp from 2004 to 2007, followed by a Master's degree at Ghent University from 2007 to 2009. She later pursued a Ph.D. at the University of Antwerp, where she worked as a Ph.D. researcher from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she spent a brief period in 2012 as a Visiting Scientist at Université De Pau Et Des Pays De L'adour in France. These academic pursuits have enriched her expertise in chemical engineering and materials science.
Early Career Roles
Marianne Smits began her career with diverse roles across Europe. In 2006, she had a stint at The Linde Group in Munich, Germany, as an Administrative and Financial Collaborator. Although brief, this role provided her with insights into the corporate environment. In 2008, she studied at Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz, further broadening her academic horizon.