Shawn Zwonar
About Shawn Zwonar
Shawn Zwonar is a Major Projects Engineer at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in process safety and risk management.
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Shawn Zwonar is a Major Projects Engineer at ExxonMobil, where he began working in 2019.
Professional Experience
Shawn Zwonar has extensive experience in the engineering and technical fields. He currently serves as a Major Projects Engineer at ExxonMobil. Prior to this role, he held various positions at Infineum, including Plant Technical Leader, Manufacturing Competitiveness Program Leader, and Process Contact Engineer. His experience also includes roles at the University of Minnesota, NanoMotif, and 3M. Notable projects include serving as the process design lead for the Permian Crude Venture Project at ExxonMobil.
Education and Credentials
Shawn Zwonar has a strong academic background in Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, having earned B.S. degrees in both fields from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Additionally, he has completed various executive education programs at Harvard Business School, achieving pass with high honors in their Credential of Readiness program and gaining credentials in Leading with Finance and Becoming a Better Manager.
Process Safety and Risk Management
Shawn Zwonar possesses comprehensive knowledge in process safety and risk management. His expertise contributes to operational excellence and financial return in his projects. He excels in safety-focused decision-making and the development and implementation of plans to ensure operational excellence.
Early Career and Internships
Shawn Zwonar has a rich history of technical roles early in his career. He worked as an Advanced Inorganic Lab Teaching Assistant, a Technical Aide at NanoMotif, and both a Process Engineering Intern and Technical Aide at 3M. Additionally, he served as a Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy and as a Bonner Leader at AmeriCorps NCCC.