Nora De Dontney
About Nora De Dontney
Nora De Dontney is a Development Planner at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in geomechanics, seismicity research, and business analysis. She holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Planetary Sciences from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Geology from Caltech.
Company
Nora De Dontney is currently working at ExxonMobil, where she has held multiple positions over the years. Based in Houston, Texas, Nora has played a significant role in various capacities, contributing to critical projects and research within the company. Her tenure at ExxonMobil includes roles such as Development Planner, Business Analyst, Induced Seismicity Researcher, Geomechanics Researcher, and Intern.
Title
Since 2020, Nora De Dontney has been serving as a Development Planner at ExxonMobil. In this role, she has been involved in major strategic planning and development projects, offering insights and planning for future development initiatives at the company.
Education and Expertise
Nora De Dontney holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Planetary Sciences from Harvard University, where she studied from 2005 to 2011. She also completed her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Geology at Caltech, studying from 2001 to 2005. Her academic background is grounded in earth sciences and mechanical engineering, providing her with the expertise needed for her roles in research and development planning.
Background
Nora De Dontney's career began at ExxonMobil as an Intern in 2010, followed by roles such as Geomechanics Researcher, Induced Seismicity Researcher, and Business Analyst. Before becoming a Development Planner, she was instrumental in various research and developmental projects, including the initiation of concept selection for a deepwater development project and contributing to a gas pipeline project aimed at delivering affordable energy to Guyana.
Achievements
Throughout her career at ExxonMobil, Nora De Dontney has been involved in notable projects including the concept selection for a pioneering deepwater development project and contributing to a gas pipeline initiative aimed at delivering cleaner energy to Guyana. These roles highlight her contributions to innovative and impactful energy solutions.