Joshua Melby, Aaron Steger, and Ryan Schanhofer will be attending MAASTO 2025, an annual gathering of midwestern transportation professionals. They will explore new ideas, share best practices, and collaborate on the future of infrastructure. With program tracks focused on safety, sustainability, stewardship, and innovation, we’re looking forward to meaningful conversations and fresh inspiration. Stay tuned!
Last week, students from Evansville High School joined us at our Madison office for a job shadow experience. Their visit sparked genuine excitement about engineering careers, with trails, traffic, structures, and construction standing out as areas they’re eager to explore. Each student shared how much they enjoyed their time with us—and how it deepened their
Some of our bike-loving teammates took advantage of the sunshine last week and pedaled 2 scenic miles to Hop Haus after our quarterly meeting. Good company, tasty apps, and summery drinks made for the perfect wind-down. Big shoutout to Sam Herheim and Karen Richardson for rallying the crew and keeping the tradition alive!
KL Engineering provides our summer interns with hands-on opportunities to experience engineering through real-world projects. This summer, Ashlyn Leibfried joined us as a construction intern, contributing to multiple job sites and gaining valuable field experience. Reflecting on her time with us, Ashlyn shared: “Over the span of the summer, I learned that people are more
Griffin May joined KL Engineering as an intern this summer and gained valuable experience through hands-on guidance and exposure to real-world projects. Reflecting on his time with us, Griffin shared: “Everything was novel to me going into this internship. I had very little drafting experience, and I only knew the absolute basics of programs like
Nothing beats the energy of bringing more of our team together. KL Engineering’s quarterly meeting this week sparked meaningful conversations, fresh ideas, and a shared excitement for what’s ahead. We also took time to celebrate some well-earned wins from the past six months.
Jennifer Lauer is celebrating 25 years with KL Engineering. She is a Senior Technician on our Design Support Services team in our Madison office. When asked about her years of service, Jennifer said, “There are many reasons that I have been with KL Engineering for 25 years. I really enjoy my job and all the
While KL Engineering interns may not see a full project from start to finish in just one summer, they gain exposure to many facets of engineering—from design to construction and everything in between. Our supervisors ensure interns stay informed and engaged throughout each step of the process. Will Willet, who joined us at the end
At KL Engineering, we believe in building lasting connections with young engineers—because investing in their growth benefits everyone. Violet Statz began her journey with us years ago as a Youth Apprentice through the Dane County School Consortium’s Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship Program, and returned this summer as an intern. Over the past few months, Violet contributed
Kevin Wehner PE, PTOE is now a licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois! Kevin has been working for KL Engineering for nearly eleven years. He is a Project Leader on our Traffic team, based in the Madison office. Congrats on this step in your career, Kevin!
Chris Halverson attended the EUCI Advancing Outdoor and Street Lighting with Utilities conference in July, where Atlanta’s upgrade to 22,000-lumen fixtures was highlighted for reducing crime by 23%. Dr. Ronald Gibbons, former IES president, spoke on how strategic lighting—including dimming systems—can improve safety while protecting ecosystems. Chris connected with utility leaders, planners, and tech experts
We’re proud to sponsor Art House 360’s “Dancing with the Arts” event on August 15! This special evening celebrates the grand opening of their newly renovated space — and promises to be filled with inspiration, creativity, and plenty of laughter. Join the fun and support the arts! 🎉 🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.arthouse360.com/event-list
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