Mariana Villano

Mariana Villano is a Process Continuous Improvement Engineer at SunCoke Energy with 10+ years of experience in heat recovery coke plant operations in the U.S. and Brazil. She specializes in process optimization, FGD and HRSG system performance, and data-driven continuous improvement. Mariana has led initiatives that reduced raw material costs, improved equipment reliability, and standardized digital monitoring tools across multiple plants. She holds an MBA in Project Management and a degree in Material Science and Metallurgical Engineering. Known for her analytical mindset and strong communication skills, Mariana excels at solving complex problems and driving sustainable operational results.