Deanna Mac Lean
About Deanna Mac Lean
Deanna Mac Lean serves as the Vice President of Operations for Engineered Solutions at Newterra, a position she has held since 2021. With a career spanning over two decades in various roles at Newterra and General Motors, she has extensive experience in operations, engineering, and environmental affairs.
Work at Newterra
Deanna Mac Lean has held multiple positions at Newterra since joining the company. She is currently the Vice President of Operations for Engineered Solutions, a role she has occupied since 2021. Prior to this, she served as Vice President of Aftermarket for Engineered Solutions from 2019 to 2021. Her career at Newterra began in 2005 as an Applications Engineer, and she has progressed through various roles, including Director of Human Resources and Remediation Engineering Manager. Her extensive experience at Newterra spans over 15 years.
Education and Expertise
Deanna Mac Lean earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Queen's University, completing her studies from 1994 to 1999. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which she has applied throughout her career in various engineering and operational roles.
Background
Before her tenure at Newterra, Deanna Mac Lean worked at General Motors in various environmental roles. She served as a Senior Environmental Officer in Corporate & Environmental Affairs from 2002 to 2004 and held positions as Environmental Officer for Truck & Car Plants and Environmental Coordinator during her time there. Her experience in the automotive industry contributed to her expertise in environmental management and operations.
Career Progression
Deanna Mac Lean's career has shown a steady progression through various engineering and management roles. Starting as an Applications Engineer at Newterra, she advanced to positions such as Applications and Mechanical Engineering Manager, Director of Sales Operations, and Director of Human Resources. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and operational aspects of the business.