from earthquakes like the one my parents
lived through. My work helps keep our
clients and communities safe. ”
from earthquakes like the one my parents
lived through. My work helps keep our
clients and communities safe. ”
people from earthquakes like the
one my parents lived through. My
work helps keep our clients
and communities safe. ”
We take care of each other, and that
allows us to give our best to our
communities and clients. ”
We take care of each other, and that
allows us to give our best to our
communities and clients. ”
We take care of each other, and that
allows us to give our best to our
communities and clients. ”
firm around here. We care about each
other, our communities and the future
of the world we share. ”
firm around here. We care about each
other, our communities and the future
of the world we share. ”
firm around here. We care about each
other, our communities and the future
of the world we share. ”
Get to know us. All of us.
At GeoEngineers, every voice matters. Each staff member has specialized skills, a unique story, and a valuable role to play. That’s why we ask everyone who joins GeoEngineers if we can brag about them on our website. Our awesome people go way beyond the executive team. So do our bios. Get to know us below.
FEATURED PEOPLE
Thomas Byrd
Lead CAD Designer | Employee since 2013
The best thing about being at GeoEngineers is the people I work with. The drafting is interesting and fun, but the people make this a great place to be!
Thomas prepares CAD visualizations and drawings for our Springfield office. Most of his work focuses on Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) designs and large roadway and infrastructure projects for the state’s department of transportation.
FEATURED PEOPLE
Deb Landi
Design Services Manager | Employee since 2021
I love puzzles. Every project I tackle is basically one big puzzle. There are many different types of puzzles in this world, but one thing they all have in common is the satisfaction you get watching something you have helped create come to life.
As design services manager and assistant leader of our construction design team, Deb wears a lot of hats. In addition to her own technical drafting, she manages CAD and BIM design services and works with her colleagues across the company to bring our client’s projects to life visually.With more than three decades of experience in...
FEATURED PEOPLE
Fiona McNairPWS
Associate Environmental Scientist | Employee since 2008
I get a kick out of wowing our clients by how good we are at anticipating their needs.
Being in the great outdoors and thinking about ecology are two of Fiona’s favorite things, and she gets to do them both at GeoEngineers. She is a biologist who combines project management, site assessment, mitigation/restoration design, regulatory/permitting support, document research and production and field work on small and large projects.Fiona derives job satisfaction from the...
FEATURED PEOPLE
Nathan Van WinklePE
Geo-Structural Engineer | Construction Design Assistant Group Lead | Employee since 2018
Nathan is an experienced geo-structural engineer who plays a pivotal role in leading GeoEngineers’ construction design work on the West Coast. He balances technical and business management responsibilities and guides clients through from site exploration to project execution. Nathan's varied background in geotechnical engineering, geo-structural engineering, and construction has given him the right mix of...
FEATURED PEOPLE
Courtney StokerPWS
Staff Environmental Scientist | Employee since 2021
As a biologist, I get to explore my passion for finding ways our human systems and ecological systems can coexist and work together for the benefit of all beings.
Courtney is a biologist specializing in wetland and stream environments. They collect field data, analyze ecosystems, and then work with our natural resources team to guide our clients through applicable environmental regulations and help protect the world we share.“I’ve always been very passionate about the preservation and restoration of our natural ecosystems,” Courtney says, “and...
FEATURED PEOPLE
Osmar G. Sanchez
Staff Civil Scientist | Employee since 2024
'A river cuts through a rock not because of its power, but its persistence.' – Jim Watkins
Osmar is our “boots on the ground” at projects in North Carolina and beyond. As a member of our pipeline team, Osmar focuses on trenchless pipeline installations and associated services for industrial and energy clients. His geotechnical sampling and site investigations help us understand site conditions and create appropriate designs. Osmar is also a critical...
FEATURED PEOPLE
Sarah Pickard
Corporate Paralegal | Employee since 2024
I love that I get to work at a place that champions environmental and human interests—I think those overlap more often than people think, and finding that harmony is my cup of tea.
As a corporate paralegal, Sarah plays a critical role on GeoEngineers’ legal team. She supports General Counsel Emily Dahl in legal research, records management, and a variety of responsibilities related to the firm’s risk management, corporate governance, and board.Sarah holds a master’s degree in environmental policy and her career has given her a unique perspective...
FEATURED PEOPLE
Peter Wildvine
Geotechnical Construction Lead | Employee since 2022
Geo-engineering is a combination of science and art, analysis and intuitions, rigorous outdoor physicality and precise technical evaluating.
With more than three decades of hands-on experience at geotechnical construction sites, we rely on Peter every day as a leader, mentor, and creative problem solver. Most of Peter’s time is spent in the field, where he balances technical responsibilities like construction management and observation, staff training, and leading geotechnical investigations. Peter’s natural affinity for...
