Travis Benge
About Travis Benge
Travis Benge is an Engineer I with a background in military service and engineering design. He has worked for various companies, including Belcan Engineering and Ergo-Mechanical Handling Systems, and has studied at multiple institutions, achieving degrees in General Studies and Computer Aided Design.
Work at Belcan
Travis Benge has been employed at Belcan Engineering since 2020, where he holds the position of Engineer I. His tenure at Belcan follows a decade of experience as an Airframe Design Drafter/Detailer from 2008 to 2018. During his time at Belcan, he has contributed to various engineering projects, applying his skills in design and drafting within the aerospace sector.
Military Experience
Travis Benge served in the US Army as a Combat Engineer from 2011 to 2014, stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He completed Airborne School after his One Station Unit Training (OSUT) for the 12B Combat Engineer designation. In 2012, he was deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and returned to Kentucky in 2014, transitioning to the Inactive Reserves.
Education and Expertise
Travis Benge has a diverse educational background in engineering and design. He studied Computer Aided Design and Drafting at Spencerian College, earning an Associate's degree from 2005 to 2007. He furthered his education at the University of Kentucky, focusing on General Studies from 2014 to 2016. In 2017, he attended Arizona State University, where he studied Engineering/Industrial Management for 11 months.
Professional Background
Before his current role at Belcan, Travis Benge worked as a Design Engineer at Rapid Industries Inc in 2020 for nine months, where he focused on design solutions. He also spent ten years at Ergo-Mechanical Handling Systems, starting in 2018, providing turnkey material handling solutions for various industrial applications. His extensive experience in engineering roles has equipped him with a solid foundation in design and project management.