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Meet our newest PEs: Nathan Garner and Logan Grimstad

SHERIDAN, WYO., and BILLINGS, MONT., July 26, 2021 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. congratulates Logan Grimstad and Nathan Garner on passing the licensing exam for professional engineers.

Mr. Grimstad’s mechanical stamp will be seen on a variety of project types and sizes. A 2016 graduate of Montana State University, he majored in mechanical engineering and minored in aerospace engineering. He works in our Billings office.

“I’ve always enjoyed the challenges that come with engineering, and the PE exam was no exception,” Mr. Grimstad said. “A growing family sure made studying difficult but with the support of them and ACE, I was able to pass the exam on my first attempt. Becoming a professional engineer was one of my goals in life, and I can’t wait to see where it takes me.”

Short Q&A with Logan

Q: CAD or Revit?

A: Revit

Q: Favorite Revit shortcut key?

A: Mirror

Q: Ride a space rocket with Richard Branson or Jeff Bezos?

A: Richard Branson

Q: Ride a space rocket with your ACE coworkers or Richard Branson?

A: ACE coworkers (of course!)

Mr. Garner, who is based in our Sheridan office, joined ACE in 2015. He is a graduate of the University of Wyoming, where he received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. He will be reviewing final electrical drawings for a wide range of projects, including healthcare facilities and educational institutions.

“Studying for the PE exam was extremely challenging,” he said, “but acquiring my license has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life.”

He continued, “Being an engineer definitely has its benefits. I love the way I can positively impact my community through the design of electrical systems of new and remodeled buildings.”

Short Q&A with Nathan

Q: CAD or Revit?

A: Revit

Q: Favorite Revit shortcut key?

A: EW (electric wire)

Q: Retake the PE exam or have a second set of twins?

A: Second set of twins, for sure

Q: ACE 4eva or a third set of twins?

A: Twins

Congratulations to Logan and Nathan on becoming professional engineers!

About ACE

Associated Construction Engineering Inc. (ACE) was established in 1987 and has become one of the largest mechanical/electrical engineering consulting firms in the region. We currently staff offices in Belgrade, Billings, Helena, and Missoula, Montana; Minot, North Dakota; and Sheridan, Wyoming. Professional engineering services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, energy analysis, and special systems are available for commercial, industrial, and residential building projects.

ACE Billings hires two engineers

BILLINGS, MONT., July 10, 2021 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. welcomes electrical engineer Luke Mohatt and mechanical engineer Christian Hogan to the ACE team. Mr. Mohatt and Mr. Hogan work in the Billings office.

Mr. Mohatt brings 20 years of knowledge and experience in the field of electrical engineering to ACE. He joined the firm in October 2020. He graduated in 2000 from the University of Wyoming in Laramie, where he earned a degree in electrical engineering with a minor in French (bonjour!). Mr. Mohatt enjoys camping, woodworking, scuba diving, and giving ACE’s administrative assistants a hard time.

A 2018 graduate of the South Dakota State University in Brookings, Mr. Hogan majored in mechanical engineering and began working for ACE in July 2021. His hobbies include hiking, camping, and fishing. He can also be found passing the time reading (or rereading) fantasy novels, including two of his favorites: Robert Jordan’s series of high fantasy novels The Wheel of Time and The Belgariad series by David Eddings.

Welcome to the team, Luke and Christian.

About ACE

Associated Construction Engineering Inc. (ACE) was established in 1987 and has become one of the largest mechanical/electrical engineering consulting firms in the region. We currently staff offices in Belgrade, Billings, Helena, and Missoula, Montana; Minot, North Dakota; and Sheridan, Wyoming. Professional engineering services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, energy analysis, and special systems are available for commercial, industrial, and residential building projects.

ACE Billings welcomes new mechanical engineer

BILLINGS, MONT., October 2019 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. is pleased to welcome Giles Hardy to the ACE team. He joins the firm as a mechanical engineer in the Billings office. Mr. Hardy graduated in May from Montana State University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Go Bobcats! He likes “the people, flexibility, locations, and the efforts [of ACE] that are taken to keep design tools/software up-to-date and modern.”

Fun Facts about Giles

Mr. Hardy grew up in Helena and attended Helena High. His favorite things to do are skiing, mountain biking, and running. While Mr. Hardy was searching for an engineering position over the summer, he ran the Bozeman Marathon. “I had A LOT of free time,” he said, laughing.

Welcome to the ACE Team, Giles! We are looking forward to seeing your career with ACE grow.

About ACE

Associated Construction Engineering Inc. (ACE) was established in 1987 and has become one of the largest mechanical/electrical engineering consulting firms in the region. We currently staff offices in Belgrade, Billings, Helena, and Missoula, Montana; Minot, North Dakota; and Sheridan, Wyoming. Professional engineering services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, energy analysis, and special systems are available for commercial, industrial, and residential building projects.

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