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Angela Seeney is a British engineer who works with energy. She is currently the Transformation Director at Sellafield Ltd. This company is very important because it cleans up old nuclear sites.

Who is Angela Seeney?

Angela Seeney is an expert in how energy works. She helps make sure that big energy projects are done safely and efficiently. Her job at Sellafield involves changing and improving how the company works. This helps them to safely take apart old nuclear power stations.

Her Education Journey

Angela Seeney studied at the University of Birmingham. In 1980, she earned her first degree. She then continued her studies and received a Ph.D. in 1986. A Ph.D. is a very high academic degree. Her special area of study was Corrosion Engineering, Metallurgy and Materials. This means she learned about how metals can break down over time. She also studied how to make new, strong materials.

Working in Energy

Before 2015, Angela Seeney worked for a big energy company called Shell. She gained a lot of experience there. In 2015, she joined the Oil and Gas Authority. This group helps manage oil and gas in the UK. She became a director there, focusing on new technologies and projects. In 2016, she led a team that looked at technology, supply chains, and data.

Today, Angela Seeney is the Transformation Director at Sellafield Ltd. This role means she helps guide big changes. Her work ensures that the company can safely clean up nuclear sites.

Important Recognition

In 2016, Angela Seeney received a special award. She was named one of the UK's "Top 50 Influential Women in Engineering." This award came from the Women's Engineering Society and The Telegraph newspaper. It showed that her work and ideas were very important. It also highlighted her as a leader in the field of engineering.

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