Julian Hurtado
About Julian Hurtado
Julian Hurtado is a Projects and Maintenance Manager with extensive experience in project management and engineering. He has implemented maintenance strategies and managed projects in the chemical industry, focusing on safety and compliance with industry standards.
Work at Stepan Company
Julian Hurtado has been employed at Stepan Colombia S.A.S since 2017, where he holds the position of Projects and Maintenance Manager. In this role, he oversees project management and maintenance activities, ensuring that operations align with company standards. Prior to this position, he worked as a Project Engineer at the same company from 2010 to 2017. His responsibilities included managing projects related to the expansion of chemical plants and the installation of electrical distribution systems.
Education and Expertise
Julian Hurtado earned his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira, completing his studies from 2003 to 2009. He further enhanced his qualifications by obtaining a Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute, studying from 2020 to 2023. Additionally, he completed a Master of Business Administration at Universidad EAFIT in 2022. He also holds a Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate from CertiProf, acquired between 2019 and 2020.
Background in Engineering and Project Management
Julian Hurtado has a diverse background in engineering and project management. He began his career as a Maintenance Planner at Ingenio Risaralda S.A. from 2006 to 2007, followed by a role as Resident Engineer at Industrias del Pacifico S.A.S from 2007 to 2010. His experience includes collaborating with national and international contractors to execute regional project portfolios, focusing on compliance with ASME and API standards.
Achievements in Safety and Maintenance Strategies
Julian Hurtado is focused on achieving zero workplace accidents by integrating safety measures into project and maintenance management processes. He has implemented preventive and predictive maintenance strategies using the ORACLE CMMS system to manage execution schedules and annual plant shutdowns. His commitment to safety and efficiency is evident in his management of maintenance activities and project execution.