To provide a combination of client satisfaction with industry expertise, KLM has assembled a team specific to the needs of our clients. KLM’s team has an extensive knowledge base specializing in water storage systems, whether it be inspection, recondition, coatings, designing a new tank, or telecommunications. To ensure each project is held to the highest of standards, our team consists of engineers and certified inspectors by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) and American Welding Society (AWS).
To contact any member of our team, please email us at info@klmengineering.com or call 651-773-5111.
Mr. Ellis has extensive experience working with a wide range of municipalities, military, and industrial facilities. He has worked on hundreds of water storage reservoirs, lead abatement projects, industrial tank reconditioning projects, water treatment plants, and bridges over the past 29 years. Rodney is a NACE Level III Certified Coatings Inspector and an AWS Certified Welding Inspector. Rodney offers significant benefits to clients because of his work with all types of contractors on many types of complex projects.
Ben Feldman has been with KLM since 2019. His career began at a civil/landscape architecture firm that specializes in site design for schools, jails, city and county maintenance facilities, and other municipal facilities. He later worked for one of the largest water utilities in Minnesota with experience ranging from project engineer for treatment plant operations to assistant distribution manager. He has been an active member of the Minnesota Section AWWA for many years having served as Secretary-Treasurer and, presently, Co-Chair of the Awards Committee. Ben provides KLM’s clients with creative, cost-effective solutions, exceptional service, and a level of quality as if it were his own project.
Joseph Clasemann is our newest P.E., though he isn’t new to KLM. Since starting at KLM in 2021, he completed his engineer-in-training, and became a certified Professional Engineer. Joseph holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities and has experience utilizing programs such as AutoCAD, SAP2000, and Mathcad in reinforced concrete and steel projects. He has shown an eye for detail and holds a great future in the water storage industry.
Dewey Prinzing has been in the construction, inspection, testing, and evaluation industry for more than 20 years. He has been involved in the inspection of elevated water towers, ground storage reservoirs, and industrial tanks of sizes ranging from 50,000 gallons to three million. He transitioned his knowledge as a NACE Inspector to his current role in sales. In sales, Dewey successfully assists clients with their various needs whether it be on rehabilitation, new tank construction, structural repairs, evaluations, tank cleaning, or mixing.
Dan Popehn has been with KLM since Spring 2023. He has more than 10 years of sales experience within the water and wastewater industry. Outside of the office Dan likes to travel the world with his wife, attend various sporting events, and spend time at the cabin.
Scott Kriese is a NACE Level III Certified Coatings Inspector with fourteen years of experience on projects including surface preparation, coating application, and inspection services during reconditioning, new tank construction, and structural repairs on water storage tanks and towers. Scott is currently a Project Field Supervisor overseeing NACE inspectors who are performing daily inspections of new and reconditioned water storage tanks. Scott has provided resident inspection services or oversite on hundreds of potable water and fire protection tanks during his tenure at KLM.
Perry has 20+ years of experience in the water/wastewater industry, combined with multiple years of experience in commercial, industrial, and municipal construction. He possesses a strong background in project supervision during complex projects, while maintaining in-depth construction practices and regulatory compliance.
James Creed is the Regional Manager located in our New Lennox, Illinois, office. He has a combined 30+ years in the coatings industry primarily in general industrial, OEM, marine, protective coatings and linings. The knowledge and understanding of protective coatings, surface preparation, and local, federal, and industry regulations Jim brings to KLM, confirms clients are receiving the most reliable guide for their assets. Jim is also a NACE Level III Certified Coatings Inspector and SSPC Certified Concrete Coating Inspector.
With over 20 years in business development, sales, and delivery, Mr. Jensen brings sales experience and a passion for connecting with people. Prior to KLM, he led a team that built manipulator arms for hospitals and power plants, blending technical understanding with strong leadership.
Outside of work, he’s either riding his Harley, working on cars, or spending time with dogs. He lives by a simple motto: Life is short—enjoy it while you can.
Tadd Oachs has worked in the telecommunications industry for over 10 years. His knowledge and skill in the field, along with his experience with some of the newest technologies, are an asset to KLM projects. Tadd’s extraordinary focus and strategic way of thinking, with his uncanny ability to facilitate clear communication between different teams and departments, is invaluable to completing projects on time and within budget.
Michelle Nelson has been in the water storage industry for more than ten years with an emphasis on operations and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin- River Falls. She brings to her position a broad range of support skills from project management to customer support for antennas, new construction, and reconditioning projects. Her dedication and expertise allow her to streamline communications and workflow to ensure project satisfaction
Matt Wesley has been with KLM for five years, and in the customer service industry for over 10 years and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Minnesota State University – Moorhead. He is in charge of our accounts payable/receivable department along with many other accounting duties.
Amy Stein started at KLM in the summer of 2024 as the office coordinator. She brings 20+ years of business and accounting experience to KLM. Amy manages KLM’s corporate certifications, accreditations, insurance, employee benefits, financial reporting, audits, and contract agreements. In Amy’s free time, she enjoys walking her dog, doing house projects, and trying new restaurants.
April Durow started at KLM in the summer of 2023. She brings over 20 years of experience in the design, marketing and communication field. Outside of the office you can find her on a fishing boat, at her son’s baseball games, or planting in her garden.
Shelley Kowski joins KLM with experience in customer/client management, design, and operations. She is passionate about leading a company in customer service and experience development efforts that deliver company growth across all aspects of the business.
Holly Yang started at KLM in early 2026 as a Sales Administrative Assistant. She has experience in office administration, customer service management, and recruiting. Having worked largely in the trucking industry previously, she is excited to join the water tower industry. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her kids, crochet, and garden.
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