Ben Ross, P.E.

Mechanical Engineer

Expertise:

• Mechanical system design and analysis
• Offshore and subsea engineering
• Fabrication and testing in hazardous environments
• CAD modeling and design optimization
  
• Welded construction and inspection
• Lifting system and pad-eye design
• Bolted connections and material testing
• Cathodic protection systems
• Hydraulic systems and validation testing
• Safety and risk mitigation in operations

Professional Summary:

Ben is a mechanical engineer with 10 plus years of experience in design, CAD, analysis, fabrication, testing, and operations in hazardous environments. He has served as lead engineer on subsea projects in the Oil and Gas industry, managing the full lifecycle of specialized equipment—from design and analysis to fabrication, testing, and offshore deployment. His work required a deep understanding of industry standards, including welded construction, weld inspection, pad-eye and lift system design, material testing, bolted connections, cathodic protection, and both soft-sling and wire rope applications. Throughout his career, Ben has worked closely with operations teams to ensure equipment meets project demands while prioritizing safety and minimizing risk. He also partners with fabrication and machine shops to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost efficiency.