TAQA appoints new Executive VP of Products & Technologies and CTO
Industrialization and Energy Services Company (TAQA), a global leader in energy and industrial services, has welcomed Jeff Lembcke to TAQA as Executive Vice President of Products & Technologies and Chief Technology Officer.
Lembcke brings to TAQA more than four decades of global experience in engineering leadership within the energy services sector. In his new role, he will oversee TAQA's technology strategy, product innovation, and engineering excellence across our diversified portfolio of solutions.
Prior to joining TAQA, Lembcke held senior executive roles at Weatherford International, including Chief Engineer, Director of Engineering Quality, and Vice President of Research, Development, and Engineering. He successfully led complex transformation programs, including integrating over 40 acquisitions, while accelerating innovation cycles and maintaining high operational performance.
Lembcke is widely respected for his technical depth and strategic vision. He holds more than 50 US patents in areas such as artificial lift, completions, fiber optics, and production optimization, and has contributed to the development of global industry standards through his long-standing involvement with API and ISO technical committees.
He earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma and an MBA from the University of Tulsa. Lembcke is also known for his strong leadership, mentorship, and passion for building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation, TAQA said. - TradeArabia News Service
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