Our Team Describes Life at NFE
Chad Findley, PE, PS
Managing Partner
Started NFE in 1993
Bryce Girbach, PE
Engineer III
Started NFE in 2021
Lexi Gross
Engineer I
Started NFE in 2024
Chris Whipple
Field Crew Chief Trainee
Started NFE in 2017
James Klinkenberger
Project Manager, 8 years at NFE
“I appreciate having the opportunity to collaborate with other engineers to come up with new and innovative ideas for solutions to problematic developments. There is always something to learn from other people’s ideas and experiences.”
Paul Tulikangas
Associate/Engineering Manager, 10 years at NFE
“I like how we’re a relatively small firm, but work on high profile and significant projects in the region.”
Tim Wood
Civil Engineer III, 6.5 years at NFE
“The biggest advantage to working at NFE is there is great potential for growth. It seems there are more opportunities for advancement at NFE than there would be at larger civil firms.”
Nabeel N. Naoum
Senior Associate, 37 Years at NFE
“My favorite thing about working at NFE is working on cool projects and constantly learning, evolving, trying new things, and seeking ways to be better and better.”
Stacey Arscheene
Crew Chief, 10 years at NFE
“What I really appreciate about working in NFE’s survey department is the diversity of work. Each day presents a different challenge. I enjoy working with all the different departments here and all the people.”
Charlotte A. Herren
Engineering Technician, 4 years at NFE
“I value the ability to have a healthy work life balance.”