Rachel Hix
About Rachel Hix
Rachel Hix is a Construction Planning Manager at Northvolt, with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in project controls and construction scheduling. She has worked for various companies, including Northrop Grumman, Bechtel, Wood, and AREVA NP GmbH, and holds a Master's Degree in Engineering Management from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Current Role at Northvolt
Rachel Hix serves as the Construction Planning Manager at Northvolt, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing construction planning activities at the company's facility in Skellefteå, Västerbotten, Sweden. Her expertise in project management and engineering contributes to the efficient execution of construction projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at Northrop Grumman Corporation
Rachel Hix began her career with a Mechanical Engineering Co-op position at Northrop Grumman Corporation in 2007. This role lasted for four months and took place in Newport News, Virginia. During this time, she gained practical experience in mechanical engineering, which laid the foundation for her future roles in the engineering and construction sectors.
Professional Background at Bechtel Corporation
Rachel Hix worked at Bechtel Corporation in various capacities from 2014 to 2019. Initially, she served as a Plant Design Engineer for two years in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. She then progressed to the role of Senior Project Controls Engineer from 2016 to 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Her experience at Bechtel equipped her with skills in project design and control, contributing to her overall expertise in construction management.
Educational Qualifications
Rachel Hix earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, completing her studies from 2003 to 2008. She later pursued a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, studying from 2015 to 2018. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in engineering and construction management.
Experience at AREVA NP GmbH
Rachel Hix worked at AREVA NP GmbH as a Piping Analysis Engineer from 2008 to 2013. She spent three years in Lynchburg, Virginia, followed by two years in Erlangen, Germany. This experience allowed her to develop specialized skills in piping analysis, further enhancing her engineering capabilities.