TOLEDO, Ohio, October 2, 2025 – SSOE Group (www.ssoe.com), an internationally ranked architecture and engineering firm, announced today that five employees earned a professional licensure and 11 earned professional certifications during the fourth quarter of SSOE’s 2025 planning year. Attainment of professional licensures and certifications is strongly encouraged at SSOE. The company covers the expense of preparation classes and exam fees and provides paid time off to take the exam. As an added incentive, once an employee has passed an exam, they are awarded a recognition bonus.
Licensures
Professional Engineer
To become licensed, engineers must complete a four-year college degree, work under a Professional Engineer for at least four years, pass two intensive competency exams, and earn a license from their state’s licensure board. Then, to retain their licenses, PEs must continually maintain and improve their skills throughout their careers.
Jared Mauldin, Mechanical Engineer, recently earned his professional engineering license. Jared is an Eastern Washington University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He supports the firm’s Advanced Technologies operations with seven years of experience.
Jake Redovich, Process Engineer, recently earned his professional engineering license. Jake is a University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. He supports the firm’s Advanced Technologies operations with six years of experience.
Robert Straiton Jr., Mechanical Engineer, recently earned his professional engineering license. Robert earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. He supports the firm’s Advanced Technologies operations with six years of experience.
Spencer Hines, Electrical Engineer, recently earned his professional engineering license. Spencer graduated from the University of Toledo with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. He supports the firm’s Advanced Technologies operations with five years of experience.
Registered Architect
To become a registered architect (RA), an individual must have a professional degree from an NAAB-accredited program and complete the Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®). The AXP provides a framework that guides an individual through earning and reporting their professional experience. As one progresses through the AXP, they build competency in the skills and tasks needed to practice architecture. With broad experience areas that reflect the current phases of practice, the program prepares individuals for everything from site design to project management. The final step to licensure is the successful completion of the Architect Registration Exam (ARE), which evaluates an individual’s knowledge, skills, and ability to provide the various services required in the practice of architecture. Once an individual has successfully completed all education, experience, and examination requirements they are granted a license to practice architecture.
Terry Harden, Architect, recently became a registered architect. Terry is a University of Cincinnati graduate with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture. He supports the firm’s Building Design Group operations with 16 years of experience.
Certifications
Engineering Intern
To earn an Engineering Intern (EI) certification, an individual must successfully complete the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. The exam signals the individual has mastered the fundamental requirements and is one of the first steps toward earning a Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
Jeff Obermeyer (Process Mechanical), Ramon Acosta (Structural), Jonathan Alvira Rodriguez (Electrical), Kalena Ching (Electrical), Lily Hartrich (Structural), and Audrey Miller (Process) recently earned their EI certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP)
PMP® certification, awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI), indicates that an individual possesses the knowledge and skill necessary to lead and direct project teams, and delivers project results within the constraints of schedule, budget, and resources.
Project Controller Dallas Hessman recently earned his PMP certification.
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Certification
To receive Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Industry certification, an individual must complete the 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training Program, which is intended to provide an entry-level construction worker with general awareness on recognizing and preventing hazards on a construction site. SSOE requires the OSHA 10-hour certification for all technical employees.
Structural Engineer Paul Larsen recently earned his OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry certification
Construction Documents Technologist Certification
Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) certification, awarded by the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), indicates an individual has successfully completed the CDT exam, which measures comprehensive knowledge of the writing and management of construction documents.
Senior Architect John Boyd recently earned his CDT certification.
NICET® Fire Alarm Systems, Level 1
The Fire Alarm Systems certification program was designed for engineering technicians working in the fire alarm industry who engage in a combination of the following fire alarm systems activities: system layout (plan preparation), system equipment selection, system installation, system acceptance testing, system troubleshooting, system servicing, and system technical sales. To earn the certification, candidates must pass exams, document work experience, and meet role-specific requirements. The program has four levels, with increasing responsibilities and validation steps. Certification must be maintained through continuing education and renewal every three years.
Designer Michael Pietzke recently earned his NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification.
