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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.
New mechanical engineer joins ACE Missoula
MISSOULA, MONT., July 19, 2021 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. is pleased to welcome Simms Laird as a mechanical engineer to the ACE Missoula team. A 2018 graduate of Montana State University in Bozeman, Mr. Laird received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in aerospace engineering.
Mr. Laird enjoys hiking, camping, playing guitar, and spending time with his pet rat Pixel. While he admits it’s unusual to have a pet rat, he assures us that rats make great pets and that he won’t bring Pixel into the office (probably because the office dogs will see her as a snack rather than a fellow pet).
Welcome to the team, Simms.
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 Missoula welcomes new mechanical engineer
MISSOULA, MONT., January 9, 2020 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. is pleased to welcome Logan Jones to its seasoned and skilled team. He joins the firm as a mechanical engineer in the Missoula office. A 2007 graduate of Montana Tech of the University of Montana in Butte, Mr. Jones comes to ACE with 12 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
Fun Facts about Logan
Mr. Jones is originally from Kalispell. He enjoys hiking and camping in the summer and downhill skiing in the winter. This year Logan hopes to add snowshoeing into his winter activities mix. Logan says that his “hobbies are many, and [I] never [have] enough time for any of them!” They include board games, pen and paper RPGs, ballroom dancing, reading, amateur wood working, newbie gardening, and costume prop making. Logan lives with his girlfriend, her two children, and four cats that try to run the house.
Welcome to the ACE Team, Logan.
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 Helena welcomes new branch manager
HELENA, MONT., July 15, 2019 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. is pleased to welcome Bob Scott to the ACE team. He joins the firm as the branch manager for the new Helena office. Mr. Scott is a mechanical engineer. He brings more than 30 years of experience as a mechanical engineer to ACE’s team. Before joining ACE, Mr. Scott was the sole owner of Design3 (D3) Engineering, a multidiscipline engineering firm in Billings.
A Bit About Bob
His design experience includes mechanical systems design, analysis, and planning for large central campus distribution, individual buildings, remodels of individual spaces, and historic renovations. His work has been for both new construction and remodel projects for industrial, commercial, and residential facilities, including administrative and office spaces, schools, recreation and fitness centers, multipurpose buildings, maintenance facilities, kitchens, bars, restaurants, and retail/specialty shops.
A LEED® Accredited Professional, he is registered in Montana and North Dakota. Mr. Scott graduated with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Montana State University.
Welcome to the ACE Team, Bob. We are excited to have you.
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 Missoula welcomes new mechanical engineer
MISSOULA, MONT., December 1, 2019 – Associated Construction Engineering Inc. is pleased to welcome Ryan Gramm to its knowledgeable and experienced team. He joins the firm as a mechanical engineer in the Missoula office. Mr. Gramm graduated from the University of Montana in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics with an education concentration; in 2015 he completed a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Montana State University. He comes to ACE with four years of experience in engineering.
A Bit about Ryan
Mr. Gramm was born and raised in Missoula and grew up hunting, fishing, and working on cars. “I spend a lot of time tinkering, and I’m not very good at leaving things ‘stock’ for long,” he said. Mr. Gramm is a lifelong Griz fan, and ACE has agreed not to hold this against him. Some of his favorite things to do are traveling, working on cars, playing computer games, and taking photos, and he admits that he might have been called a nerd a few times in his life.
“Everyone has been really helpful getting me settled and the office atmosphere is great,” Mr. Gramm said. “Getting to work on projects I have not traditionally worked on in the past has also been refreshing.”
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.
