Estimating & Engineering

Whether it’s a public bid, or a design-build opportunity, our Estimating and Engineering Staff is ready to take on the challenge. Our team includes some of the best engineers in the industry. Their attention to detail, knowledge of overall system functionality, and vision for the future gives you the custom-designed experience that you expect.

BICSI Certified RCDD Engineers – Hold required certifications in design for low voltage cabling in any application.

Systems Engineers and Designers – Handle systems needs at any level.

CAD Engineers – Put engineering design on paper with great detail, and easy-to-understand layout.

	Shannon Almon Position Director of Engineering How long have you worked in this industry: 9.5 years Education/Training/Certification: Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Electronic Engineering Technology NICET Fire Alarm Level II Several fire alarm manufacturers training and certifications Favorite part of my job is: The great people I work with and that I am always learning something new. When I’m not at work, I like to: Spending time with my wife and twins. Playing softball and watching sports.
	Terry Apley Position CAD Operator How long have you worked in this industry: 15 years Education/Training/Certification: Associates degree in CADD Engineering from Ivy Tech, Indianapolis Favorite part of my job is: The friendly people and their willingness to teach me this field in order to further my knowledge. When I’m not at work, I like to: Read my Bible Participate in church functions Watch movies
	Matt Cast Position Systems Engineer How long have you worked in this industry: 1.5 years and 14 years drafting experience Education/Training/Certification: Autodesk 1,2,3 Autodesk Advanced User Bentley Microstation Favorite part of my job is: Being part of the combined efford in creating something from imagination, to paper, to finished installation. When I’m not at work, I like to: Spend time with my family Taking rides on my motorcycle Playing golf
	Bill Reid Position Engineering/IT How long have you worked in this industry: 36 years Education/Training/Certification: Bachelors of Business Administration – University of Memphis, Memphis Tennessee RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) Certified trainer for Agilent Technologies WireScope series cable analyzers Favorite part of my job is: I truly enjoy the variety of responsibilities that work for FCS offers. In the engineering realm there are drawing take-offs to be done, estimates created, shop drawings and detail drawings to be created. I manage the project test report database and create books or burn CDs of project testing. I also manage our computer network. All of these responsibilities make for a busy, but fun day. When I’m not at work, I like to: Be with my family. I also enjoy building computers, amateur radio (call sign KE9GS), flying (I am a licensed pilot), boating and reading mystery of intrigue books.
	Chris Stull Position Systems Engineer How long have you worked in this industry: 10 years Education/Training/Certification: Associates of Applied Science in Architectural Engineering Technology, ITT Technical Institute RCDD BICSI Peerless Panduit Favorite part of my job is: The ever changing atmosphere of the industry When I’m not at work, I like to: Spend time with my family