Taylor Daniels, Eit
About Taylor Daniels, Eit
Taylor Daniels is a Process Contact Engineer at ExxonMobil's Crude Unit B in Beaumont, Texas, and an active member of the Society of Women Engineers.
Professional Role at ExxonMobil
Taylor Daniels currently serves as a Process Contact Engineer for Crude Unit B at ExxonMobil's refinery in Beaumont, Texas. In this role, Daniels manages the day-to-day operations of the Crude B distillation unit and a benzene recovery unit. The position involves ensuring stable and efficient processes within the refinery. This responsibility demands a deep understanding of chemical engineering principles, particularly those related to crude oil processing and distillation.
Involvement with the Society of Women Engineers
Taylor Daniels is actively involved with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), holding multiple positions within the organization. These include roles as Coordinator-Elect for the FY22 Advanced Track Leadership Development Program, WE Local Award Coordinator for the FY22 Awards & Recognition Committee, Member of the FY22 Bylaws Committee, and Treasurer of the FY22 Northeastern Ohio Professional Section. Her engagement with SWE demonstrates a strong commitment to leadership development, recognition of achievements, and support for women's advancement in engineering.
Past Experience in Engineering
Prior to joining ExxonMobil, Taylor Daniels worked at Williams as an Engineer I for the Ohio River Supply Hub (ORSH) Facilities Engineering, where she was employed for nine months in 2021. Additionally, Daniels gained experience as an engineering intern in the Asset Reliability Programs at Williams in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2020. Her past roles also include positions at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering, where she worked as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Marketing and Event Logistics Intern, and Undergraduate Student Researcher.
Educational Background
Taylor Daniels holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, completed in 2020. She also attended Eleanor Roosevelt High School, where she participated in the Science and Technology Program, and Indian Creek School, where she completed her high school education. Her academic background laid a strong foundation in science and engineering, preparing her for her professional roles.
Professional Certifications and Future Aspirations
Taylor Daniels is a registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with the Maryland Board for Professional Engineers and the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. She is eligible to apply for her Professional Engineer (PE) License in January 2025. This certification will further validate her expertise and enable her to take on greater responsibilities in her engineering career. Daniels has also been recognized for her accomplishments with the WE Local Guiding Star Award, indicating her excellence in leadership and contributions to the engineering community.