Danica Somheil
About Danica Somheil
Danica Somheil is the Group Manager of Field Engineering at FM Global, with extensive experience in engineering roles and a background in Chemical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
Current Title and Role
Danica Somheil currently serves as the Group Manager, Field Engineering at FM Global, a role she has held since 2017. Based in Park Ridge, IL, she oversees field engineering operations and plays a crucial part in managing engineering teams and initiatives. Her extensive experience within the company equips her with a deep understanding of the engineering challenges and opportunities in the industry.
Professional Experience at FM Global
Danica Somheil has had a progressive career at FM Global, starting as a Consultant Engineer from 2010 to 2014 in the Greater Chicago Area. She then served as an Account Engineer from 2014 to 2017 before becoming a SWE Ambassador for the Chicago region from 2015 to 2018. Her varied roles at FM Global have provided her with comprehensive experience in engineering, client relations, and regional representation.
Educational Background
Danica Somheil holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. She attended the institute from 2006 to 2010, gaining extensive knowledge and technical skills that have underpinned her successful career in engineering.
Early Career and Internships
Before her tenure at FM Global, Danica Somheil gained practical experience through various internships. She worked as a Materials Lab Intern at Polymer Science INC in 2006, Addenda Corporation’s R&D Intern in 2007, Scholle Corporation’s Materials Lab Intern in 2008, and participated in independent student research at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology from 2006 to 2009. These early roles provided her with a solid foundation in engineering and research.
Tutoring and Mentoring Experience
In her early career, Danica Somheil was actively involved in tutoring and mentoring. She worked as a tutor at Rose-Hulman's Homework Hotline from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, she served as an Emerge Tele-Mentor at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's PRISM from 2008 to 2010, as well as a student worker in the Student Affairs department from 2005 to 2010. These roles enhanced her communication skills and fostered her ability to guide and support others in their educational journeys.