Daniel Aaron
About Daniel Aaron
Daniel Aaron is a Rail Systems Engineer currently employed at Green Plains Inc. in Shenandoah, Iowa, having previously held various positions at Union Pacific Railroad over a span of eight years.
Current Role at Green Plains Inc.
Daniel Aaron serves as a Rail Systems Engineer at Green Plains Inc. since 2023. His role involves overseeing rail system operations and ensuring efficient transportation logistics within the organization. He is based in Shenandoah, Iowa, where he applies his expertise in rail systems to optimize performance and support the company's operational goals.
Previous Experience at Union Pacific Railroad
Daniel Aaron has extensive experience with Union Pacific Railroad, where he held multiple positions. From 2015 to 2018, he worked as Manager of Yard Operations in Odessa, Texas, managing yard activities and operations. He then served as Manager 1 Corridor from 2018 to 2023 in Omaha, Nebraska, focusing on corridor management and operational efficiency. He also began his career at Union Pacific as an Operations Management Trainee from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background in Civil Engineering
Daniel Aaron studied Civil Engineering at Texas A&M University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. His academic tenure spanned from 2009 to 2014, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles that he applies in his professional roles.
Early Career Experience
Before his tenure at Union Pacific Railroad, Daniel gained practical experience through summer positions. In 2012, he worked as a Summer Hire at the Texas Department of Transportation in Midland, Texas, for four months. The following year, he served as a Summer Hire at CCC Group, Inc. in Corpus Christi, Texas, for three months. These roles contributed to his understanding of engineering applications in real-world settings.