Jeffrey Wiethe
About Jeffrey Wiethe
Jeffrey Wiethe is a Process Engineering Leader with extensive experience in managing engineering teams and leading chemical engineering projects. He has held various roles at companies such as Honeywell, PPG Industries, and Stepan Company, focusing on mentoring and team development throughout his career.
Current Role at Stepan Company
Jeffrey Wiethe serves as the Process Engineering Leader at Stepan Company, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing process engineering initiatives and ensuring the effective management of engineering teams. His focus includes leading commissioning and startup processes in various chemical engineering projects.
Previous Experience at Honeywell
Prior to his current role, Jeffrey Wiethe worked at Honeywell from 2012 to 2020. He initially served as Lead Process Engineer for five years in Morris Plains, New Jersey, before transitioning to the role of Senior Engineering Program Manager for three years. During his tenure, he developed a strong focus on mentoring team members and managing engineering teams to achieve project goals.
Experience at PPG Industries
Jeffrey Wiethe's career includes significant experience at PPG Industries, where he worked for a total of six years as a Senior Design Engineer from 2006 to 2012 and five years as an Operations Engineer from 2001 to 2006 in New Martinsville, West Virginia. His roles involved managing engineering teams and contributing to various design and operational projects.
Education in Chemical Engineering
Jeffrey Wiethe earned his Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in chemical engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Mentoring and Team Leadership
Jeffrey Wiethe emphasizes the importance of mentoring and inspiring his team members. He considers this aspect of his work to be one of the most rewarding experiences in his professional life. His leadership style focuses on fostering collaboration and achieving desired results within engineering teams.