Pipeline, Facilities & Tanks

Megan has been with TRU since 2012. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri where she studied business administration. She’s worked in business development, sales, and account management, and has built significant experience in the tech industry on the software and hardware side. Megan is extremely passionate about TRU's customer experience. She pulls from a wealth of knowledge, advancing our customer-focused business environment and operations as a whole. She is continually expanding her expertise and in 2012 she received her NACE CIP Level 1 Certification.

Richard Campbell is an AWS Fellow, ASME Fellow, and Fellow Emeritus of Bechtel Corporation, bringing over 45 years of welding and metallurgical expertise. He holds a BS in Welding Engineering from LeTourneau University and a PhD in Materials Engineering from RPI. A registered professional engineer, he is also an AWS SCWI, CWB Level 2 Welding Inspector, and ASNT NDT Level III Visual Testing Inspector. Richard has held leadership roles on numerous AWS and ASME committees, including chairing the D1.6 Stainless Steel Structural Committee and serving as vice chair of ASME B31.3. He has taught AWS CWI classes for three decades, delivered seminars worldwide, and authored dozens of technical articles on welding and metallurgy. Since 2022, he has contributed the Stainless Q&A column in the Welding Journal, continuing his influence in the industry.

Josh Gray is a Technical Sales Representative at Elcometer of Houston, providing sales and technical support across six states: Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. He serves as Vice President of the Coating Society of the Houston Area, where he has been an active member since 2014. Josh holds a CIP Level 1 certification and brings 10 years of experience in protective, industrial, and powder coating inspection. He stays current with the latest advances in coating technologies and inspection methods. His hands-on industry experience gives him a well-rounded perspective, enhancing his technical expertise and problem-solving capabilities. Josh’s dedication to both professional development and practical knowledge positions him as a trusted resource in the coatings industry.

Sara Henson is a strategy and operations leader with over 17 years of experience in welding engineering and complex project execution across manufacturing, oil and gas, and advanced technology sectors. She currently serves as a Project Engineer and Project Manager at Stress Engineering Services, leading high-impact WAAM and testing programs. Sara holds a B.S. in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University and an M.S. in Engineering Management from Penn State. She is an active API committee member and contributor to multiple industry standards, including the additive manufacturing annex to API 582. Known for bridging engineering excellence with practical business outcomes, Sara combines technical expertise with strategic insight to drive successful projects. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing both engineering innovation and industry standards.

Bill Nelson is a Vice President for Axxiom Manufacturing, Inc. in Fresno, Texas. Axxiom is the manufacturer of Schmidt abrasive blasting equipment. Bill’s extensive knowledge of abrasive blasting is a result of over 35 years in the surface preparation industry. Bill has held multiple leadership roles since joining Axxiom in 1989, including Vice President of Production and Procurement. His deep expertise spans manufacturing, product development, and hands-on fieldwork, giving him a well-rounded perspective of the abrasive blasting industry. Bill has traveled extensively to diverse industrial environments—from shipyards to aerospace facilities—sharing insights and advancing best practices in blasting technologies.

Bill is a sought-after speaker, known for promoting education and safety within the industry. He believes that a better educated marketplace is a benefit for all. Knowledge allows companies to operate more efficiently in a safer manner protecting the longevity of our industry and its people.

Paul Spielbauer is a seasoned welding engineer based in Williamsburg, MI, with extensive experience in welding standards, inspection protocols, and project execution. He is known for leading complex welding operations and ensuring compliance with API 1104 and other industry benchmarks. His recent work on large-diameter oil and gas transmission lines has focused on optimizing quality and operational efficiency. Paul is recognized for his hands-on approach, technical expertise, and dedication to advancing welding engineering best practices. He currently serves as Secretary and Co-Chair of the Repair Welding Subcommittee for API STD 1104 and is an applicant member of the AWS D10U Subcommittee on Orbital Pipe Welding. His contributions reflect a strong commitment to both industry standards and practical engineering solutions.