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Inside the Circle: Employer Profile FLUOR Energy & Chemicals Group tion combined with his ability to pursue innovative solutions to meet challenging client demands. Bedolla received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, California, while working as a piping designer at Fluor. Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree, he immediately transitioned into engineering for a period of five years, which led to his promotion into project management. He has since continued to further his knowledge in engineering, in project management and in leadership through attending many specialized training courses. Throughout his career, Bedolla has been creative and resourceful. He has completed assignments on location in countries around the world, including Iran, Venezuela, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Malaysia, Australia and several in the United States. “Working at Fluor has given me many opportunities to expand my understanding and appreciation for other cultures,” said Bedolla. “I have worked with hundreds of people across the globe, and these S tephen Bedolla began his career as a piping design engineer in 1973, and today, he serves as a vice president, project director within Fluor’s Energy & Chemicals Group. His success has been due in large part to his technical expertise and commitment to excellence in project execu- Stephen Bedolla Vice President Project Director experiences have added significant value to my abilities to contribute to the company.” His contributions over the past thirty-five years have been substantial. From working closely with Fluor’s clients to managing the design, implementation and improvement of internal procedures and processes, Bedolla continues to generate the kind of innovative ideas that help the company stay at the forefront of its industry. He has worked on several projects that have received awards for safety, and he has played key roles in securing contracts with several of Fluor’s largest clients. “Fluor continually challenges all of its employees, while providing us with the tools we need to be creative and effective,” notes Bedolla. “Working on various different projects throughout my career has presented me with many opportunities for improvement, both my own and the company’s.” When asked about his plans for the future, Bedolla simply stated, “To continue to provide the best service to our clients and to the company. I believe that is what has helped me in my career more than anything else. And, of course, having a company like Fluor that supports and recognizes individual efforts and achievements makes it all worthwhile.” Fluor is one of the world's leading and largest publically traded engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and project management companies. Ranked 148 on the Fortune 500, Fluor's exceptional record of dependability, expertise, and safety distinguishes it within the industries it serves. People make the difference. More than 41,000 globally diverse employees in 50 offices across six continents provide the expertise to offer innovative, world-class solutions to clients in more than 70 countries. Fluor designs, builds and maintains many of the most complex and challenging capital projects in the world for industries such as chemicals and petrochemicals, commercial and institutional, government services, life sciences, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, power, telecommunications, and transportation infrastructure. To view a comprehensive listing of all available positions, please visit www.fluor.com/careers. Please see our ad on facing page. 38 SHPE ❘ Spring 2009 http://www.fluor.com/careers

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SHPE - Spring 2009 Contents President’s Letter A Letter from the CEO Calendar Browser Diana Gomez, SHPE: The People's President Grace Lieblein, GM: A Driving Force in Mexico Dr. Elsa Murano, Texas A&M: Education with Impact Regions Connect and Explore Common Base 'Learn by Doing' A Grad Degree, for Free? Programs & Services Think, Pair, Share: Partnering to Increase STEM Awareness Inner Circle Employer Profiles STAR Awards: Call for Nominations Regional Roundup

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