Dr. Guido Daniel
About Dr. Guido Daniel
Dr. Guido Daniel is the Executive Director of the Operating Unit Petrochemicals & Polymers and CEO of tk Uhde Engineering Services GmbH at thyssenkrupp in Dortmund, Germany.
Company
Dr. Guido Daniel currently works at thyssenkrupp, stationed in Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. As the Executive Director Operating Unit Petrochemicals & Polymers and CEO of tk Uhde Engineering Services GmbH, he plays an integral role in advancing the company’s strategic initiatives across these sectors. His responsibilities include overseeing a global team and maintaining partnerships with key industry players.
Title
Dr. Guido Daniel holds the position of Executive Director Operating Unit Petrochemicals & Polymers and CEO of tk Uhde Engineering Services GmbH at thyssenkrupp. His role involves managing end-to-end responsibilities, including sales, business development, technology, R&D, and project execution. These roles signify his leadership in driving significant company operations and strategic development initiatives.
Professional Experience
Dr. Guido Daniel's career at thyssenkrupp has been extensive and varied. Prior to his current roles, he served as Head of Operating Unit Service and Digital Products & CEO tk Uhde Engineering Services. His experience also includes being CEO at thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions (China) and heading multiple units such as Strategic Business Development, Hydrogen & Syngas, and Gasification Technology. He also has experience in technical and sales roles at UHDE GmbH and KEPCO-Uhde Inc., attesting to his broad industry expertise.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Guido Daniel's educational background in Chemical Engineering is comprehensive. He achieved his PhD from The University of Manchester and completed his Master Thesis at Imperial College London. Additionally, he holds a Chemical Engineer degree from TU Dortmund University. His foundational education was completed with an Abitur from Heilig-Geist-Gymnasium, Menden. This robust academic background underpins his extensive expertise in chemical engineering and related fields.
Global Operations and Strategic Partnerships
In his current roles, Dr. Guido Daniel is responsible for overseeing a team of over 500 full-time employees worldwide. His strategic responsibilities include managing an annual order intake exceeding 250 million Euros and fostering major industry partnerships with companies such as Evonik and Vinnolit. He focuses on developing new products and markets with a particular interest in green revamps and decarbonization solutions in petrochemicals and refineries.