Previous Experience:

Mechanical Engineer, Sioux Corporation. Value engineer products, designed custom machines and implemented product improvements to existing product lines.

Engineering Intern, Sioux Corporation. Designed custom machines, and implemented product improvements to existing product lines.

Association, Board, or Membership Involvement:

• South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Alum
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) member

Professional Accomplishments:

• Developed and designed new equipment for new applications such as a waste oil boiler, patent pending Drill Pipe Enviro-Cleaner for cleaning drill pipe while pulling pipe from the well, custom chiller and water heater packages,  and closed loop water heating systems for mining, water treatment, and manufacturing processes.
• New product and product line improvements that increase efficiency and decrease costs to improve overall product value for Sioux Corporation.
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Completed OSHA's course for General Industry.
• Completed a boiler operation, maintenance and safety course.
• Completed Solidworks training.

Personal Information:

Brad began his career at Sioux as an engineering intern. After graduation, he returned to a full-time position in the Engineering Department at Sioux. He now manages the engineering department, which is responsible for product line improvements and custom equipment design. Brad resides in Beresford and enjoys golfing and skiing in his spare time.

Favorite Quote :

"Science is the study of what IS, Engineering builds what WILL BE." - Theodore VonKarman