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Kara Cox
Production Team Lead, Chevron
Odessa, TX

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  • What I Do
    I am currently working at Chevron in the Global Power Generation Group. I help design and develop new combined heat and power plants around the world.
  • Why Engineering?
    I always loved figuring things out when I was younger and math and science were very easy for me. It just seems like that's the way my mind works. Engineering was a natural decision for me since those were the classes I was most interested in taking.
  • School Days
    Rice University Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
  • Best Part
    I like working with colleagues to solve a problem and design a solution. I enjoy learning about new things all the time.
  • Proud Moments
    Graduating from college. Although I fell into my major quite naturally it was a lot of really hard work. There were times I wasn't sure I'd make it.
  • My Family
    My parents have retired and live on a farm in Texas. My oldest and only sister lives in Washington D.C. She graduated from Duke University with degrees in History and Political Science. She is finishing her law degree at Georgetown and works at a public affairs firm managing public policy and corporate communications.
  • Want to be an Engineer?
    Engineering is a field that is continuously growing and changing. You definitely won't get bored being an engineer!
  • Additional Thoughts
    You definitely won't get bored being an engineer!
Biography
I graduated from Rice University in 2000 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. I spent the first 7 years of my career working on propulsion system design and testing in the military defense industry. This included jobs at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company and Bell Helicopter. Although it was very exciting work I wanted to shift my career focus to engineering management in the energy industry. I began working with Chevron as a project engineer in 2007, became a project manager in 2011 and then a project manager in 2013 overseeing the development of a wind farm project in Kazakhstan. In 2015, I returned to the United States and I am currently working as a production team lead at an oil field in Texas. My engineering degree has taken me all over the world and prepared me for all types of new challenges!
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Education
Rice University - BS Mechanical Engineering
Volunteer Opportunities
  • I am willing to be contacted by educators for possible speaking engagements in schools or in after school programs or summer camps.
  • I am willing to serve as a sponsor or coach for an engineering club or team.
  • I am willing to serve as science fair judge or other temporary volunteer at a local school.
Latest Questions
  • Nicolas, Jemison Robotics Program asked Kara Cox, Chevron

    Added Monday, August 31, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    Type of projects
    What type of projects so you usually work on?
    Related to Internships & Jobs, Mechanical, Work Environment
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  • TS, United States

    Added Monday, June 3, 2013 at 1:49 AM

    Best degree to be a materials engineer
    Hi! Well I am currently studying mechanical engineering at a university. I really want to go into materials engineering in the future, but unfortunately my university doesn't offer it as a major. What engineering major do you think I should choose to be closer to my goal of materials science/materials engineering? Thank you!!
    Answers 1
    Kara Cox, Chevron
    Answered Monday, June 3, 2013 at 1:49 AM
    Hi TS - If you really enjoy materials science then mechanical engineering or chemical engineering are both good fits. If you like material selection process based on the structural application then I say stick with mechanical. If you are more ...Read More
  • Sophia, San Angelo, TX asked Kara Cox, Chevron

    Added Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 11:56 PM

    How can I get started in junior high?
    I'm in junior high and I recently went to the Girl Scouts STEM conference. I really love math, science, and making things with my hands. I was wondering if engineering would be a good career to think about or what you would recommend for me to do, especially at this age. =D
    Related to Choosing a Degree
    Answers 1
    Kara Cox, Chevron
    Answered Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 11:56 PM
    Sophia - I thnk engineering would be a great career to think about. When I was younger I loved building things too and built my first model airplane when I was 10. I also enjoyed building things out of clay and doing wood working - not typical 'girl' ...Read More
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