Roy Lightle

Senior Chemical Engineer

Expertise:

• Analytical instrumentation development
• Statistical methods and spectroscopy
• Hydraulic modeling and software development
• Specialty chemicals manufacturing
• Aerospace project engineering
• Mechanical integrity program management
• Capital project management
• Process engineering studies
• New process facility design
• Technical training and software support

Professional Summary:

Roy is a senior chemical process engineer with a diverse background in analytical instrumentation, software development, specialty chemical manufacturing, and aerospace manufacturing. Since joining Franklin Engineering Group, he has managed engineering projects ranging from process studies to full-scale facility designs.  Roy began his career developing analytical systems for the pulp and paper industry, applying spectroscopy, wet chemistry, and equipment fabrication techniques. He later worked in hydraulic modeling and equipment selection software, where he led technical development, provided support, and instructed training seminars. His experience includes operations and project engineering roles in specialty chemicals and managing capital projects and mechanical integrity programs at an aerospace carbon fiber facility. Roy’s blend of hands-on engineering and technical leadership supports innovative, high-performance solutions across a range of industries.