West Plains Engineering (WPE) announces Doug Feterl, P.E. is stepping down to retire from his position as company President. The firm has planned for Marty Christensen, P.E. to take over as Feterl’s replacement effective January 26th, 2024.
Feterl has been with the firm for 32 years and served as President since 2014. He was one of the first employees hired after WPE was founded in 1984 and helped guide the firm through more than 30 years of growth to include 4 regional offices and more than 50 team members.
“It has been a privilege to serve and support our organization, clients, and facility owners,” Feterl said. “I’ve worked with a talented group at WPE and am proud of the many accomplishments we’ve made. This isn’t an end for me, just a new chapter; and I know this leadership transition will maintain the confidence of our clients and owners.”
Christensen steps into his new role with 29 years of experience at WPE. He joined the firm as a Mechanical Designer in 1994, and grew into leadership roles as a Principal, Office Manager, and most recently, firm-wide Building Services Division Manager. We look forward to his continued leadership and vision guiding business operations and strategy as we enter this new chapter in the firm’s 40-year history.
“I am honored and humbled to accept the responsibility of leading West Plains Engineering into its next chapter,” Christensen said. “I’m aware these are some big shoes to step into and am committed to continue fostering an environment for collaboration, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our staff and clients. Together, we will continue to build on the legacy of success that defines our company.”
As part of this transition, Daren Beckloff, P.E. will assume Christensen’s former position directing the company’s engineering and operations. Beckloff will also remain in his role as Power Division Manager.
West Plains Engineering is an engineering consulting firm specializing in the design of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and power systems for all types of building environments. Our team spans 4 regional offices in Rapid City and Sioux Falls, SD; Casper, WY; and Cedar Rapids, IA.; and our professional engineers maintain active registrations in more than 15 states. For more information, visit www.westplainsengineering.com.
