Sara Henson

About Sara Henson

I’m an engineering executive with a strong foundation in welding and materials, a passion for operational excellence, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams toward strategic business outcomes.With experience as a Vice President and deep roots in engineering, I thrive at the intersection of technical depth and business strategy. I bring a people-first leadership style, strong commercial awareness, and a bias for action. Whether it\'s scaling operations, aligning sales and technical teams, or launching strategic initiatives, I lead with clarity, accountability, and a focus on long-term impact. Technical background in welding engineering & materials Leadership experience in fast-moving, customer-driven environments Known for driving alignment between engineering, operations, and sales Passionate about building high-performing teams and sustainable systemsMy goal: to serve in a Chief Operating Officer role where I can lead strategy execution, foster cross-functional collaboration, and drive operational efficiency and growth.

Experience

1. Project Engineer

   Stress Engineering Services, Inc.

   Jun 2024 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Industry Engagement & Technical Thought LeadershipDelivered technical presentations on additive manufacturing at key industry events, contributing to the company’s thought leadership and visibility. Actively participated in industry conferences and networking events, helping to build and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.Key Contributor on High-Value Additive Manufacturing ProjectPlayed a central role in the execution of one of the company’s largest revenue-generating additive manufacturing projects. Led the development and issuance of change orders, coordinated final unit testing for third-party approval, and authored comprehensive technical reports for both internal and external stakeholders. Recognized for delivering high-quality work under tight timelines.Integrated Project & Financial Oversight Across Multi-Scope ProgramsManaged overlapping technical workstreams while gaining in-depth knowledge of testing and monitoring technologies. Oversaw budget tracking and fund allocation across multiple projects supported by joint POs. Collaborated closely with Accounting to ensure accurate invoicing and maintained visibility on contract ceilings to drive profitability and compliance.Expanded Strategic Additive Manufacturing PartnershipSpearheaded the expansion of the company’s additive manufacturing supplier network, increasing strategic sourcing options to improve project flexibility and support growth. Added new industry-leading partners to strengthen the company\'s AM capabilities.

Education

• Penn State University

  Master's Degree, Engineering Management

  2013 — 2014

• The Ohio State University

  Welding Engineering, Welding, Engineering

  2003 — 2008

Skills

• Materials
• Asme
• Procurement
• Microsoft Office
• Asme Standards
• Inventor
• Contract Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Engineering
• Metal Fabrication
• Inspection
• Excel
• Project Engineering
• Piping
• Quality Management
• Project Management
• Welding
• Pipelines
• Subsea Engineering
• Gas
• Petroleum