We are pleased to announce the addition of three new principals: Simo Hoite, Anna Dix, and Leah Olson.
Simo has been with Liftech 14 years. He is a registered professional engineer with extensive experience in container crane design, modifications, specifications, and procurement, as well as container and rail terminal operations. His experience includes development of innovative RTG and STS crane designs for container terminals. He is also experienced in the heavy rigging industry and has managed substantial design projects including wharf design.
Anna has been with Liftech 13 years. She is a registered structural engineer in California with experience in the design and analysis of various structures for commercial and industrial clients. Her work includes managing projects, collaborating with clients and manufacturers, structural analysis and design, and site inspection and reporting.
Leah has been with Liftech 9 years. She is a registered professional engineer with experience managing multiple wharf and float projects. She has participated in the design, analysis, and modification of wharf and float structures, container cranes, steel barges, and other rigging structures. She has evaluated the behavior of various concrete and steel structures using finite element analysis (FEA) computer software. Her work includes project management, structural analysis and design, and site inspection and reporting.