Marianne Grobbelaar
About Marianne Grobbelaar
Marianne Grobbelaar serves as the Vice President of Design Engineering and Field Performance at Sunrun, a position she has held since 2012. She has a background in IT and project management, having previously worked at Autodesk in various roles for over a decade.
Current Role at Sunrun
Marianne Grobbelaar serves as the Vice President of Design Engineering and Field Performance at Sunrun. She has held this position since 2012, contributing to the company's focus on solar energy solutions. In her role, she oversees design engineering processes and ensures optimal field performance, aligning with Sunrun's mission to provide sustainable energy options.
Previous Experience at Autodesk
Prior to her current role, Marianne Grobbelaar worked at Autodesk for eight years, from 2004 to 2012. She held the position of IT Director of Customer Services, where she was responsible for managing customer service operations and enhancing user experience. Before this role, she was a Product/Program Manager at Autodesk Development Africa from 1995 to 1998, where she contributed to product development and program management.
Education and Qualifications
Marianne Grobbelaar earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business/Organizational Innovation from the University of Phoenix, studying from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she obtained a Diploma in Geographic Information Systems from Port Elizabeth Technikon, completing her studies from 1998 to 2000. Her educational background supports her expertise in design engineering and organizational management.
Career Timeline
Marianne Grobbelaar's career spans several key positions in the technology and engineering sectors. She began her career at Autodesk Development Africa from 1995 to 1998, followed by a significant tenure at Autodesk from 2004 to 2012. Since 2012, she has been with Sunrun, where she has focused on design engineering and field performance, accumulating over 20 years of experience in her field.