Rafael Cordero
About Rafael Cordero
Rafael Cordero is a Regional Reliability Engineer for North America, specializing in Bad Actor resolution programs and regulatory compliance. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science from Duke University and has held various engineering roles at ExxonMobil and Stepan Company.
Work at Stepan Company
Rafael Cordero currently serves as the Regional Reliability Engineer for North America at Stepan Company, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he designs and implements programs aimed at resolving recurring equipment issues, known as Bad Actor resolution programs. He also oversees Fixed Equipment Regulatory Compliance programs to ensure adherence to industry standards. Prior to his current role, he worked at Stepan Company as a Reliability Manager from 2018 to 2020 and as a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer from 2014 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Rafael Cordero earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science from Duke University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in reliability engineering and equipment compliance.
Background in Engineering
Rafael Cordero has a diverse background in engineering, having worked at ExxonMobil in various roles. He began as an Inspection Engineer from 2009 to 2011, then transitioned to a Mechanical Contact Engineer from 2011 to 2013, and finally served as a Reliability Engineer from 2013 to 2014. This progression allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of reliability and mechanical engineering principles.
Contributions to Kaizen Events
In his current role, Rafael coordinates and leads Reliability Kaizen events across multiple sites in North America. These events focus on continuous improvement and aim to enhance reliability and efficiency in operations.
Writing Contributions
In addition to his engineering roles, Rafael has been a Contributing Writer for Geek & Sundry since 2017. This position allows him to engage with a broader audience and share insights related to his interests and expertise.