Jennifer Austin
About Jennifer Austin
Jennifer Austin serves as the Vice President of Operations & Engineering at Petrotech Inc, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in overseeing major capital projects and holds multiple degrees in Operations Research, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Industrial Engineering.
Work at Petrotech
Jennifer Austin serves as the Vice President of Operations & Engineering at Petrotech Inc. since 2018. In this role, she oversees major capital projects, managing the process from the development of Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) through detailed engineering design, construction, and start-up. Her leadership includes maintaining responsibility for the Concept Development Engineering and Control System Engineering groups, ensuring that projects meet operational standards and objectives.
Previous Experience at Enterprise Products
Before joining Petrotech, Jennifer Austin worked at Enterprise Products as Vice President of Project Management from 2005 to 2018. During her 13 years in this position, she was based in the Houston, Texas Area. Her responsibilities included overseeing various project management initiatives, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and project execution.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Austin holds a Master of Science (MS) in Operations Research from Nicholls State University. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics and Computer Science from the same institution. Additionally, she studied Industrial Engineering at Louisiana State University, where she obtained another Master of Science (MS). Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in analytical and engineering principles relevant to her roles in operations and engineering.
Background
Jennifer Austin has extensive experience in the engineering and operations sectors, particularly within the oil and gas industry. Her career spans multiple leadership roles, where she has developed a comprehensive understanding of project management, engineering processes, and operational oversight. Her tenure at both Enterprise Products and Petrotech highlights her commitment to advancing operational excellence in capital project execution.