Ascent Innovation Video

West Plains Engineering is working with the Rapid City Economic Development Corporation and Strang, Inc. architects on an expansion to the Ascent Innovation Center in Rapid City. The facility is an incubator for small and start-up businesses, primarily focused on...

Kennedy Named Electrical Department Head

Jonathan Kennedy, P.E. Electrical Engineer Jonathan Kennedy, P.E. has been named head of the Electrical Department in our Sioux Falls office. In this role, he will be critical in the development and delivery of West Plains Engineering’s electrical engineering...

NEW Issue of Plains Talk

  Seems like this time of year is buzzing with exciting competition. A new (sort of) Super Bowl champion has been crowned, March Madness is upon us and MLB players have reported to their summer digs down south. Closer to home, most of us are seeing the light at...

West Plains Announces Leadership Changes

The New Year is all about change, and we are pleased to announce two exciting leadership changes in our firm. Effective January 1, Marty Christensen, P.E. has assumed the role of Building Services  Division Manager for the company; while Mike Fisher, P.E. has been...

Dollars for Doers Earns $1,200 in First Year

In 2018, members of our staff contributed more than $1,200 to local charities through volunteer hours and financial contributions. For their time, effort and dedication to improving our communities, West Plains Engineering is proud to match that contribution. Through...

Mark Grebner Announces Retirement

Mark Grebner, P.E., has announced his retirement from West Plains Engineering effective Jan. 1, 2019. Mark celebrated 25 years with our firm this past Spring, and has served in countless important ways as a Mechanical Engineer, Office Manager, Board Member and most...