Bring creativity and a fresh approach to process and project engineering, specializing, but not limited to, the chemical industry
 

Get back to doing the type of work they enjoy most -- solving real world processing problems
 

Hire only engineers with considerable experience in daily plant operations
 

Meet Our Principal Consultants -

Rich VanLieshout | Project Manager Consultant (resume in MS Word); Project Manager Consultant (resume on web page); PDF File Format

Rich has worked in the chemical industry for almost 30 years. Functional areas of involvement include: Process Engineering, Project Engineering, Maintenance, Product Development, Operations, EH&S and Plant Management. Specific industries have included plastics, pigments, specialty chemicals, specialty metals, and environmental remediation. Rich’s very broad background is his greatest strength in bringing new ideas to the table and questioning the status quo. To go along with the lessons of real world chemical manufacturing, Rich has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA. (Yes it is amazing, an ME that can do process design.). In his spare time, Rich enjoys pursing skiing, biking, sailing, and tennis – truly a man for all seasons.

Kevin Berry, PE | Technical Manager Consultant (resume in MS Word); Technical Manager Consultant (resume on web page); PDF File Format

Kevin has proved himself an expert in the handling and use of alkali metals. Kevin has almost 40 years engineering experience with almost 30 years experience handling sodium, potassium and NaK. Kevin may just be the most experienced person available to assist in this very specialized area of chemical processing. Having worked with many different unit ops, Kevin also has a great deal of experience in the area of specialty chemical batch processing. Strong powers of observation have enabled Kevin to quickly spot areas of improvement for many clients. Kevin is a registered Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and has a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, PA (which we do not hold against him). In Kevin’s spare time, you’ll find him with his pride and joys – 5 grandsons!

Chad A. Bohannon, PE| Senior Chemical Engineer (resume in MS Word); Chemical Engineer Consultant (resume on web page); PDF File Format

Chad is a Chemical Engineer (BS, University of Pittsburgh, PA 2000) and Chemist (BS, Gannon University, PA 2001) with 10+ years experience in chemical production, operation of specialty batch processes, waste handling, and design and operation of alkali metal handling and reduction systems used in the chemical and nuclear industries. Chad has been a huge (significant, not fat) player in our etchants (Sodium Naphthalene and Sodium Ammonia) and Sodium dispersion products (see web Chemicals for further details) as well as majorly involved in research / pilot plant operations for customers. Chad joined the company after completing his dual degree and a coop program at a specialty chemical manufacturing plant. He has been a tremendous asset to the company with a sharp mind, strong back, and good nature. Besides his 2 degrees, Chad is also a registered Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Chad wears too many hats to detail all of his duties (both highly – Plant Manager of our York facility and lowly – janitor capacities), suffice it to say he is one of Creative’s key go-to men! In Chad’s spare time he enjoys hanging with his 2 young children – they’re changing by the moment and growing up before his very eyes.

Robert A. Wagner | Mechanical Engineer Consultant (resume in MS Word); Mechanical Engineer Consultant (resume on web page); PDF File Format

Rob brings many skills gained during his almost 35 years of experience in diverse manufacturing industries, including specialty chemicals, specialty metals, textile fibers, pigments, and glass. Rob has extensive background in project engineering, project management, automation, plant engineering, and maintenance. Rob works closely with Greg constructing and designing skid mounted systems. With a BSME from the University of South Florida, Rob complements the ChemE’s in the company and will provide increased ability in the areas of mechanical design and implementation. Previous experience with sodium and NaK is another reason Rob is a natural fit with CEI. Rob is an avid sailor, you’ll find him on the open water with any spare moment that he can.

Greg has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Grove City College, PA and an MBA from Duquesne University, PA. Greg has worked in the chemical and energetic’s industries for 20+ years, spending most of that time involved with automation, process control, PLCs, and other computer platforms. Greg is experienced in power distribution as well. Greg has consulted with several biodiesel companies. As part of the plant automation process, we will provide Instrument Loop diagrams as an aid in installing the equipment during the building process and in trouble shooting maintenance issues after the process is running. Greg’s main role at CEI is to increase our capability for constructing skid-mounted systems, but he has many talents. Process-hazard analysis is another area in which Greg has formal training and is able to help our clients comply with the OSHA Process Safety Management standard. Greg’s our man for all that is related to our AC Electromagnetic Pumps, Flow Meters Pressure, and Vacuum Pumps. In his spare time, Greg enjoys travel (particularly National Parks and places he’s never been), woodworking, and rebuilding his older house.

Meet Our Support Personnel –

Josh received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Widener University, PA, Prior to joining CEI Josh has 10 years Process Engineering experience. Before children, Josh enjoyed Martial Arts and gardening. Now his 2 children consume his free time.

Nathan brings youth and willingness to tackle any new projects to Creative Engineers’ staff. After receiving a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in May of 2005 from Penn State University, PA, Nathan began his professional career with International Waxes, Inc in western Pennsylvania. Since joining CEI in October 2007, Nathan has been gaining experience working with alkali metals and enhancing his AutoCAD capabilities. He has become quite proficient at generating P&IDs quickly. Nathan enjoys participating in many sports and working on his families' farm with his spare time.
 

Don brings almost 35 years experience in Process Engineering and holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) from Stevens Institute of Technology, NJ.  Don honed his engineering skills while working for BF Goodrich & Formica Corporations. To Don’s credit, he was co-inventor on 6 patents. In his free time, Don enjoys designing, building, and operating remote control ships and submarines.

Stan received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Lehigh University, PA. Stan brings to CEI 24 years detail driven process and project engineering experience with expertise in plant design and preparation of equipment specifications. Stan also has extensive exposure to field construction, plant commissioning, and operation audits. Stan is quite the outdoorsman and enjoys Cub Scouts with his 3 sons.

Brian, with a BS in Chemical Engineering from Lehigh University, has 10 years of experience in Operations, Project Management, and New Product Development at five different plant locations in the US. In addition to supporting CEI with engineering capabilities, Brian also contributes in business development and marketing using his MBA from University of California San Diego. In his free time he enjoys mountain biking, fishing, and attempts at golf.

Dan graduated from Penn State University with a BS in Electrical Engineering Technology. Prior to joining CEI, Dan has 16 years of maintenance and electrical experience from a broad spectrum of companies. Dan enjoys pursuing a myriad of outdoor activities in his free time.

Carol graduated from Westminster College, PA with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Carol has 20+ years in IT from the accounting world; she recently joined us to help share the load with Greg, our automation and HMI programmer (and to be his lovely assistant). Carol enjoys cooking and baking (Greg enjoys letting her). When the weather is nice (above 40) she enjoys riding her motorcycle.

Gretchen earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Penn State University, PA. Prior to joining us Gretchen had 5 years Process Engineering in Coating Technologies at Adhesives Research. Gretchen enjoys corn mazes and gardening in her free time.

Todd earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Elizabethtown College, PA. Todd brings to CEI 6 years of Chemical Operator experience. Todd is the proud father of a beautiful daughter and enjoys many outdoor activities and is a self proclaimed technology junkie.

Andy graduated from Westminster College, PA in 2008, with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. What Andy lacks in experience, he certainly makes up for with youth and zeal!?! Is there anything our boy genius isn’t willing to assist with? In his free time, Andy enjoys tinkering with his 1978 Porsche.