Ryan is a native of Eastern Idaho. He joined S&A in 2018 and became an owner in 2020. While completing his formal education, Ryan focused his studies on fluid mechanics and water resources engineering. Ryan has extensive experience in water distribution planning and modeling. He has completed modeling and planning work for dozens of utilities serving populations ranging from several hundred to more than 100,000. Energy efficiency modeling is a particular area of expertise where Ryan has used his understanding of fluid mechanics and hydraulic modeling to optimize a variety of water pumping, pressure reducing, and storage systems. Ryan also has wide-ranging experience in open channel flow metering, well drilling, stormwater drainage/site planning, and pump station design. In completing these projects, he has used a variety of CAD, GIS, and modeling software. Ryan enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex issues. He is an expert at balancing cost, performance, and stakeholder needs to achieve the best possible outcomes.
- Registered Professional Engineer in Idaho and Utah
- American Water Works Association