R&W Engineering congratulates John Wells on his Professional Engineer Registration in Electrical Engineering.
Mr. Wells has been with R&W for a total of 4 years! His dedication, hard work, and diverse background in the industry have made him a valuable asset to the company.
We are so excited to have him aboard in this capacity! And we look forward to moving with him through this journey.
Congratulations, John!
R&W is excited to announce another new team member! Janel Brubaker has joined our company as an Energy/Mechanical Technician. Ms. Brubaker graduated from Clackamas Community College with an A.S. in English. She then went on to Marylhurst University where she obtained her B.A. in English Literature and Writing. Ms. Brubaker has worked on several projects at R&W in a support and data entry capacity. The scope of her experience includes working on load calculations for a variety of different projects, providing QA/QC for project reports and proposals, as well as assisting the Marketing Director to enhance R&W’s proposals, content, and social media.
In her free time, Ms. Brubaker loves to write and read. She spends hours most days working on her fiction and nonfiction, as well as reading books for school and her own personal enjoyment. She also loves to hike, camp, and spend time surrounded by trees. Mt. Hood National Forest is currently her favorite place to hike and camp, though Ms. Brubaker loves finding new favorite spots to spend time out of doors. We’re excited to have her on our team!
R&W is excited to announce a new member of our team! Will Schlotfeldt was hired on as a mechanical/energy designer. A graduate of the University of Portland, Mr. Schlotfeldt obtained his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Mr. Schlotfeldt works on HVAC system designs under the guidance of the project engineers. Types of projects include working on installing new duct connections at a papermill to maximize efficiency and cut down on waste, and an old Safeway that is being converted into a corporate headquarters for a credit union. He is EIT certified in Oregon. His education, his previous work experience, and attention to details make him a reliable addition to our team.
In his free time, Mr. Schlotfeldt enjoys spending time outdoors. Biking and hiking nearby trails with his wife and their dog, Goose, is a particularly favorite pastime. He also enjoys playing board games/tabletop games, such as Dungeons and Dragons, with friends. He recently got back into reading for fun and is currently working through his backlogged to-read list. Mr. Schlotfeldt has also been experimenting with new cooking recipes with his wife and other family members for cuisine theme nights. We’re so glad to have him onboard!
R&W Engineering is excited to announce the addition of a new team member! Isaac Schultz has joined our company as a Mechanical and Energy Designer. Mr. Schultz completed his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Portland State University in 2016. He also has a B.S. in Applied Physics from the State University of New York. He has worked on several projects and conducted energy studies for educational buildings, religious institutions, and office spaces, among others. He has worked alongside project managers on different aspects of each project and has experience visiting project sites, working on proposals and reports, interacting with clients and others involved in the project, and supporting other members of the R&W team. His education and experience make him an absolute asset to our team.
In his spare time, Mr. Schultz is all about music. He’s played drums his whole life and is a member of a local band. He loves to see other musicians play live and often travels to do so. Before joining the R&W team, he spent a year studying atmospheric science and weather prediction at the University of British Columbia. His other interests include camping, board games, outdoor activities, bowling, snowboarding, and spending time with friends and family. We’re thrilled to welcome him to our company!
R&W Engineering is pleased to announce the addition of a new team member! John Wells has joined R&W Engineering as a senior electrical designer. A graduate from University of Portland, Mr. Wells holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He has worked on various projects including design work for commercial buildings and industrial facilities. He has substantial experience as a controls designer, integrator, and programmer. His years of experience and detail-oriented approach to projects make him an essential member of the R&W team.
In his spare time, Mr. Wells enjoys being out of doors. He particularly loves foraging and spending time on and around bodies of water. He is an explorer and saltwater fisherman. He loves to birdwatch, particularly seabirds. Mr. Wells is also an avid reader and major history buff. He loves to learn new languages. We’re excited to include him as part of our team!
R&W Engineering is pleased to announce the addition of a new team member! Michael Foster has joined us as an Electrical and Tech Designer. A graduate of Oregon State University, Mr. Foster has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He has worked on several projects for our company, the bulk of which includes lighting design, power design, and utility coordination.
Mr. Foster has worked on several different types of projects including utility coordination for cell sites throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, street lighting throughout Oregon and Washington, and lighting for various types of spaces including warehouses, offices, storage spaces, industrial facilities, churches, and others. Mr. Foster has also worked on projects for a hemp oil extraction facility, a wastewater treatment plant, dormitories for a summer camp, and a large apartment complex. His education and diverse range of experience makes him an asset to our team.
In his free time, Mr. Foster loves to be active as well as relax. For more active free time, Mr. Foster enjoys skiing in the Oregon mountains. For relaxation, he loves to play board games, video games, and card games, as well as enjoying both reading and cooking. We’re thrilled to have him on our team!
R&W Engineering is excited to announce the addition of a new team member! Scott Reimer has joined R&W Engineering as a Mechanical and Energy Designer. A recent graduate from Oregon State University, Mr. Reimer has a B.S. in Energy Systems Engineering. He has worked on various types of projects including energy studies, HVAC design, and commissioning, among others. The scope of his experience so far includes working alongside R&W’s project managers in each phase of the project to deliver the best possible result to the client. His dedication to learning and detail-driven attitude have made him an asset.
In his spare time, Mr. Reimer enjoys hiking, backpacking, and listening to music. His favorite hiking locations are Yosemite and the Wallowa Mountains. He also enjoys watching and playing soccer; he’s a Portland Timbers fan and was the captain and leader on his soccer club in college. He has an eclectic taste in music, enjoying Folk, rock, hip hop, and different electronic styles. He’s also passionate about the environment and increasing sustainability practices. We’re glad to have him here!
R&W Engineering is pleased to announce the addition of a new team member! Jonathan Lilly, P.E., has joined our company as an Electrical Engineer. He graduated from West Virginia University with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, a B.S. in Computer Engineering, and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering. Mr. Lilly specializes in lighting, power, and control design. With more than 10 years of experience in the industry, he has managed the design and implementation of electrical systems on a variety of projects. Mr. Lilly’s attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality solutions to meet specific and often complicated electrical needs make him a vital part of our team.
In his spare time, Mr. Lilly enjoys touring Oregon. He likes hiking and visiting parks around Portland. He also loves to read science fiction and fantasy. He’s currently on book four of Game of Thrones, but also enjoys Hyperion, Ringworld, and the works of Karl Edward Wagner and Robert E. Howard. He enjoys yard work and is trying to start a small vegetable garden of his own. He also likes to cook Chinese and other Asian foods.
Mr. Lilly brings so many essential skills to our projects. We are better for having him as part of our team!
Today, May 1st, is R&W Engineering’s 41st anniversary! On this day in 1978, R&W’s professional journey in the engineering and construction industries began when our founders, Mark Wirfs and Harry Reeder, had an impromptu elevator discussion. Over the years, this company has had to adapt to meet the demands of an ever changing and challenging industry. And we’ve been able to do so because of the tremendous support we’ve received from our clients and our incredibly loyal staff. Reflecting back, it’s easy to see how much we have to be thankful for. R&W’s staff and clients are the reason we celebrate four decades of accomplishments. These relationships have been vital to our success. So, as we look forward, we hope they will continue to support us into an even stronger future.
Read our 40th Anniversary DJC Publication below:
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It is official: R&W has worked with CIDA on 100 different projects! This is an exciting prospect! It reflects R&W’s dedication to building lasting relationships. And it also speaks to the type of relationship we have with CIDA. It’s incredible to celebrate the trust and respect we’ve built between our respective firms over the last 25 years. We are energized to have such a long lasting affiliation with this remarkable company, and we look forward to many more!
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