Wesley Oehmig Joins CDM Smith as a Drinking Water Discipline Leader

Boca Raton, Fla.— Wesley Oehmig, PhD, PE joins CDM Smith as a drinking water discipline leader. Dr. Oehmig has 15 years of research and consulting experience in the water industry and brings expertise in drinking water treatment design and piloting. In his new role, Dr. Oehmig will lead our technical staff to support key projects for water clients in the Southeast region of the United States.

Previously, Dr. Oehmig managed significant water treatment projects, including the filter rehabilitation and automation at the 215 MGD Alexander Orr water treatment plant (WTP) for Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department in Florida. He also oversaw the design of pretreatment overhaul and 4 MGD granular activated carbon treatment at the 12 MGD Hillgrove WTP for the city of Concord, North Carolina. Additionally, he led the design of advanced oxidation with ozone and peroxide at the 32 MGD R.B. Simms WTP for Spartanburg Water in South Carolina.

“Wes brings a wealth of experience and qualifications to enhance our already unmatched drinking water team in the southeast. Importantly, Wes also brings a collaborative approach that is aligned with CDM Smith’s values for addressing the needs of our clients,” said Mark White, drinking water practice leader at CDM Smith.

“Wes’s knowledge and experience in drinking water, including helping clients address important issues such as PFAS, is a great addition to our team at CDM Smith,” said Stephen Burwinkel, regional team leader at CDM Smith.

Dr. Oehmig has a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree and a PhD in Environmental Engineering Sciences from the University of Florida. He is a registered PE in Florida, Colorado, and North Carolina. He is also a chair of the Region VIII Florida Section AWWA representing East Central Florida.

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