Brian J. Boettcher, PE, LEED, Mechanical

Brian’s resourcefulness and experience-based technical aptitude supports budgetary, timing, sustainability and performance objectives for key projects. His focus on service and talent for conveying design to various audiences advances a collaborative working environment with project teams and stakeholders. A specialist with educational, institutional, aquatic and commercial facilities, Brian understands the integration of design from both a holistic and detailed perspective. Through this comprehension of varying technologies and approaches, he offers solutions that address the full scale of client objectives.

Experience:

  • Industry: 30 years
  • Hargis: 16 years

Education:

  • Pennsylvania State University - BS Mechanical Engineering
  • University of Puget Sound - BS Chemistry/Biology

Registrations:

  • Licensed Professional Engineer: WA

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Brian A. Haugk, PE, LEED® AP, Mechanical

Brian’s strong technical knowledge and effective project management skills have focused his career on the full spectrum of Hargis’ professional mechanical engineering services. As a principal and project manager, Brian’s experience covers the breadth of facilities, project delivery methods and system types essential to integrating diverse mechanical systems into a range of projects. He is known for his professionalism and open communication style, two attributes vital to the long-term relationships that characterize Hargis’ services.

Experience:

  • Industry: 19 years
  • Hargis: 19 years

Education:

  • University of Idaho - BS Mechanical Engineering
  • University of Idaho - MS Mechanical Engineering

Registrations:

Licensed Professional Engineer: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, ME, MD, MN, MS, MO, MT, NV, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA, WI, WY, Washington DC

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Christopher M. Sheldon, RCDD/NTS Specialist, Telecommunications

Chris’ career has been devoted to the integration of telecommunications systems into diverse environments. Combining technical expertise with business insight, he is known for his communication skills and passion for superior client service. With a command of the science behind active and passive technologies, and his solutions-based approach to management, Chris’ experience spans consulting, planning, design, and coordination for the varied facilities, systems and clients served by Hargis. Through his leadership and expansive knowledge, he helps clients and design professionals capture the true, total potential and long-term cost advantages of telecommunications systems for their projects.

Experience:

  • Industry: 20 years
  • Hargis: 14 years

Education:

  • Everett Community College - AA Business Administration
  • Western Washington University - International Business, Accounting

Credentials:

  • Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)
  • Network Transport Systems Specialist (NTS)

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Douglas A. Forslund, PE, LEED ® AP, Electrical

As an electrical engineering team leader and firm principal, Doug utilizes his management and design experience to enhance Hargis’ service offerings across the consulting spectrum. Offering tailored, constructible approaches that support clients, Doug applies a system-wide, value-added perspective that sets up a framework for success. He focuses on opportunities to implement energy efficient approaches, lighting photometrics and new technologies that offer sustainable solutions and can improve system effectiveness. His knowledge of codes and experience serving projects locally and nationally are pivotal attributes of his technical experience. He manages teams as both a prime and sub consultant, and aligns design intent with client objectives to achieve positive outcomes.

Experience:

  • Industry: 24 years
  • Hargis: 17 years

Education:

  • Washington State University - BS Electrical Engineering

Registrations:

Licensed Professional Engineer: AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, KY, LA, MA, ND, NE, NH, OK, OR, SD, TX, VT, WA, WV

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Kenneth R. Larsen, PE, LEED® AP BD+C, Electrical

Experienced with large, multi-phased projects and detailed, small works, Ken’s knowledge-base and creativity have been essential to Hargis’ public and educational clients. A principal and project manager, Ken’s detailed-oriented, service-based management style offers clients a skilled consultant and professional electrical engineer. His background with multifaceted electrical design, state-of-the-art technologies, and sustainable innovations enables him to mentor fellow staff, and team with professional peers, to offer methods that fulfill project objectives.

Experience:

  • Industry: 27 years
  • Hargis: 21 years

Education:

  • Oregon Institute of Technology - BS Electronics Engineering Technology

Registrations:

Licensed Professional Engineer: WA, OR, HI

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Regan M. Corwin, PE, LEED® AP, CEM®, Principal

Regan’s project management skills and strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems represent his background with an extensive client base, delivery methodologies and project types within Hargis’ suite of services. His focus on quality engineering that integrates diverse approaches to public and private facilities spans conceptual development through construction administration, closeout and quality control. As a leader in design, Regan uniquely utilizes his depth of engineering knowledge to achieve the positive outcomes Hargis’ clients have come to expect.

Experience:

  • Industry: 35 years
  • Hargis: 27 years

Education:

  • University of Washington - BS Mechanical Engineering
  • University of Washington - Industrial Ventilation Short Course

Registration:

  • Licensed Professional Engineer: AR, AK, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MA, MN, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NY, OK, OR, PA, RI, SD, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV
  • WA State Non-Residential Energy Code Special Plans Examiner - Level 2
  • International Code Council Commercial Energy Plans Examiner

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Robert D. Olson, PE, LEED ® AP, Electrical

Bob’s experience as an electrical engineer and a consultant translate into his abilities to foster client relationships, provide technical resources, and guide teams towards constructive results. His business sense reflects the corporate culture of clients, while his focus on becoming an extension of the internal owner team offers a standard of care responsive to the scheduling, budgetary and programming needs of commercial projects. Through his tailored services and attentive leadership, Bob gains respect and confidence, building long-term relationships that spawn new opportunities.

Experience:

  • Industry: 35 years
  • Hargis: 35 years

Education:

  • Seattle University - BS Interdisciplinary Studies
  • University of Washington - Undergraduate Studies

Registration:

Licensed Professional Engineer: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, KS, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NE, ND, NV, NM, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, WY, Washington D.C.

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Robert D. Smith, PE, Electrical

Robert’s breadth of experience stems from his holistic approach to electrical engineering, lighting design and project management. His skills coordinating fast-paced projects, comprehension of integrating systems and dedication to responsive services has increased the diversity of Hargis’ clients. As a multi-talented project leader, he collaborates with commercial clients and professional peers to develop sensible options, timely project schedules, fiscally sound budgets and tailored services to fit project needs.

Experience:

  • Industry: 23 years
  • Hargis: 19 years

Education:

  • Washington State University - BS Electrical Engineering
  • Washington State University - BS Mathematics

Registrations:

Licensed Professional Engineer: WA

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Ron K. Eliason, PE, PMP®, Mechanical

Equally skilled at traditional and alternative project delivery methods, Ron has a talent for grasping client goals and translating them into mechanical engineering solutions. He effectively implements management approaches and design options that foster joint efforts amongst diverse teams. Keeping an eye on budgetary considerations and long-term alternatives, Ron captures the potential opportunities of sustainable systems. His technical focus and collaborative style promotes communication within project teams and offers systems tailored to succeed.

Experience:

  • Industry: 23 years
  • Hargis: 7 years

Education:

  • University of Washington - BS Mechanical Engineering

Registrations:

Licensed Professional Engineer: WA

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Steven A. Van Vleet, PE, Electrical

Steve’s established electrical engineering background, dedicated management, and diplomatic approach to consulting convey his proficiency with the comprehensive system types and delivery methods. Combining his articulate communication skills and synergistic leadership with innovative engineering solutions, he integrates diverse systems into new construction, remodels, and renovation projects for Hargis’ retail clients. Dedicated to quality services from conceptual development through construction administration and closeout, Steve employs his extensive technical skills to realize the project’s budget, schedule, sustainable, and performance potential.

Experience:

  • Industry: 28 years
  • Hargis: 25 years

Education:

  • Pennsylvania State University - BS Architectural Engineering

Registrations:

Licensed Professional Engineer: FL, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, NJ, RI, SC, TN, UT, WA, WI, Puerto Rico

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