John Rolfes joined CSD in 1987. He was promoted to Associate in 1993 and Principal in 1998. John has worked primarily on the design of heavy industrial projects including steel mills, heavy manufacturing facilities, and automotive plants. He has designed and managed large connection design projects for major fabricators and has worked with steel erectors providing construction engineering services nationally. He specializes in seismic analysis and design, and the design of industrial buildings.
In 2020, John was appointed to Technical Director. In this position, John serves as a focal point for the continued development of CSD’s engineering expertise.
John enjoys spending his free time with family and friends, and stays active with biking, swimming, kayaking, and fishing.
Education
B.S. Civil Engineering – Iowa State University, 1983
M.S. Civil Engineering – University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, 1990
Professional Registration
Arizona (SE)
California (SE)
Hawaii
Illinois (SE)
Iowa
Michigan
Nevada (SE)
Oregon (SE)
Pennsylvania
Washington (SE)
Wisconsin
Organization Involvement
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Member
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Professional Member
American Iron and Steel Technology (AIST) Member
AISC Committee on Industrial Buildings and Nonbuilding Structures Member and Former Chairman
AISC Technical Committee 9 – Seismic Provisions Member
AISC Manual Committee Member
AIST Mill Buildings Committee Member and Former Chairman
AIST Technical Report #13 - Guide for the Design and Construction of Mill Buildings Subcommittee, Member