Gary Anderson, P.E.
About Gary Anderson, P.E.
Gary Anderson, P.E. is a Lead Process Engineer at Fuel Tech, Inc., where he specializes in designing SNCR systems and developing software tools for process performance analysis. He has extensive experience in the power plant industry, having participated in testing activities at over 75 plants worldwide and holding various engineering positions throughout his career.
Work at Fuel Tech
Gary Anderson has been serving as the Lead Process Engineer at Fuel Tech, Inc. since 2011. In this role, he has designed Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction (SNCR) systems for potential customers, applying the Chemical Kinetics Model to enhance NOx reduction strategies. He has also developed PEPSE heat balance models to conduct detailed analyses of boiler thermal performance and efficiency. His contributions include software improvements using Visual Basic, aimed at streamlining and standardizing process performance analysis tools within the Process Engineering department.
Previous Experience at McHale & Associates, Inc.
Before joining Fuel Tech, Gary Anderson worked at McHale & Associates, Inc. for a total of ten years in various roles. He served as Principal Engineer & Regional Lead from 2008 to 2011, and as Senior Engineer & Project Manager from 2001 to 2008. Additionally, he began his tenure there as an Associate Engineer from 1997 to 2001. His responsibilities included participating in on-site testing activities at over 75 power plants across 28 states and several countries, contributing to his extensive experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Gary Anderson holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington, which he completed from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education with a Master of Science (M.S.) in Chemical Engineering from Washington State University, achieved between 1995 and 1997. Additionally, he pursued continuing education at Bellevue College, earning a Certificate in Digital Photography from 2017 to 2020. His academic background supports his expertise in process engineering and air pollution control.
Professional Affiliations
Gary Anderson is actively involved in professional organizations related to his field. He serves on the ASME PTC 12.1 Feedwater Heaters Committee and has previously been a member of the ASME PTC 19.22 Data Acquisition Systems Committee. His participation in these committees highlights his commitment to advancing industry standards and practices in process engineering.
Internships and Early Career
Gary Anderson's early career includes internships that provided foundational experience in engineering. He interned at Westinghouse Hanford Company in 1995 for two months, at Battelle Pacific Northwest Laboratories in 1994 for three months, and at Weyerhaeuser in 1993 for three months. These roles contributed to his practical knowledge in chemical engineering and process analysis.