Ryan Kobbe is a senior field engineer for Simpson Strong-Tie serving the Arizona, New Mexico, and El Paso, TX markets. Ryan has more than 25 years of diverse professional experience having held engineering positions in academic, consulting, research, and heavy civil construction settings. With PE’s in 17 states, Ryan brings wide ranging design, analysis, and construction experience to the team. Ryan holds a master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Washington State University and a bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Wyoming, where he would return to work as a faculty member in the College of Engineering and Applied Science for many years. Having recently relocated from Wyoming to Arizona, Ryan and his family are enjoying every opportunity to explore the southwest.