Dan Clifton
About Dan Clifton
Dan Clifton is a Business Development Manager at Jonell Systems, with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in the oil and gas industry. He has held various engineering and managerial roles at companies such as Baker Hughes, Oceaneering, and OneSubsea.
Current Role at Jonell Systems
Dan Clifton serves as the Business Development Manager at Jonell Systems, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on expanding the company's market presence and developing strategic partnerships. His experience in business development is complemented by his engineering background, allowing him to understand both technical and commercial aspects of the industry.
Previous Experience at Baker Hughes
Dan Clifton has held multiple positions at Baker Hughes. He worked as an Offshore Project Engineer from 2015 to 2018 in the Houston, Texas Area, where he contributed to various offshore projects. Later, he served as an Account Manager for four months in 2021 in Sugar Land, Texas, and worked as a Pipeline Hydraulics Engineer from 2018 to 2021, also in Sugar Land, Texas. His diverse roles at Baker Hughes provided him with extensive knowledge of the oil and gas sector.
Engineering Background and Education
Dan Clifton studied Mechanical Engineering at Kettering University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from 2005 to 2010. He also attended Technische Hochschule Ulm for 11 months in 2008, further enhancing his engineering expertise. This educational foundation supports his technical roles throughout his career.
Experience at Oceaneering and OneSubsea
Prior to his roles at Baker Hughes, Dan Clifton worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Oceaneering from 2013 to 2015, focusing on Deepwater Technical Solutions. He also spent two years at OneSubsea as a Mechanical Engineer from 2011 to 2013 in the Houston, Texas Area. These positions contributed to his understanding of mechanical systems in the energy sector.
Early Career at AAM
Dan Clifton began his career at AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing as an Engineering Co-op from 2005 to 2010. This five-year experience provided him with foundational skills in engineering and manufacturing processes, setting the stage for his subsequent roles in the industry.