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Derrick Kellen

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Director of Engineering Project Management at Emerson
📍 Hutchinson, Minnesota, United States

Derrick Kellen is the Director of Engineering Project Management at Emerson, leading the global project management team for new product development. He has over 15 years of experience blending engineering, operations, and business expertise. He holds a Master of Science from the University of Minnesota.

His interest in leadership extends beyond his professional role, evidenced by his past involvement with the Center for the Development of Technological Leadership during his graduate studies. This suggests a foundational interest in how technology and leadership intersect to drive innovation.

He has a uniquely diverse background, having held roles in account management and strategic sourcing before moving into engineering leadership.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Director of Engineering Project Management
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Hutchinson, Minnesota, United States
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New Product Development
He leads the New Product Development Global Project Management team for Emerson's Rosemount Pressure business, making this a central focus of his role.
Global Team Leadership
His profile highlights extensive experience leading cross-functional, multinational teams in a fast-paced environment, a key aspect of his current and past roles.
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Career

Work history

2-2017
Director of Engineering Project Management
Emerson
3-2014 - 1-2017
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Emerson
3-2013 - 2-2014
Sr. Commodity Manager
Emerson
5-2005 - 3-2013
Account Executive
Hutchinson Technology Inc
10-2001 - 5-2005
Program Manager
Hutchinson Technology Inc
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Education
1998 - 2000
Masters of Science
University of Minnesota
1991 - 1996
Bachelor of Science
South Dakota Mines
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