REO Engineering and Testing was established in 2003 by Louise Roos, P. Eng., at the suggestion of Mr. W.G. (Bill) Baird, P. Eng. Bill, a specialty engineer, whose focus was on connection design. He was a great mentor and colleague for Louise. Louise's previous field experience as a structural steel ironworker and the experience gained working with Bill were her main motivation to make steel connection design a significant component of the firm. Louise continued to gain experience in structural engineering working with two well established engineering firms in the lower mainland, British Columbia; as well as continuing to grow through field work and continuing education programs.

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REO Engineering and Testing has continued to grow, developing professional relationships within both the construction industry and professional field. Structural steel connection design remains a major component of REO Engineering and Testing, along with a variety of other services now available.