about us

STAFF

Elliott Bay Design Group currently employs over 60 architects, engineers, designers and support personnel. The strength of EBDG lies in the depth and experience of our staff. The core of our skills resides with our senior engineers who are registered Professional Engineers in the States of Washington and Louisiana. Our senior staff members are supported by bright and innovative mid level and entry level engineers as well as some of the most talented marine designers in the business today. The combination of extensive hands-on experience in vessel operation and shipyards, and a thorough working knowledge of construction practices, allows us to solve most marine related engineering problems. Recently developed analytic capabilities allow us to offer our clients more complete and integrated solutions.

Management

EBDG is managed by two principals: John W. Waterhouse, President and Kenneth R. Lane, Executive Vice President. Both Mr. Waterhouse and Mr. Lane are licensed professional engineers with extensive design experience..

Elliott Bay Design Group's Key Personnel

John W. Waterhouse, P.E.
President

Mr. Waterhouse is the President of EBDG. He received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from U.C. Berkeley, his M.S. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from M.I.T. and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Washington, North Carolina and Louisiana. Mr. Waterhouse is our lead engineer for concept design, is an active member in several maritime professional and technical societies, and is well-versed on regulatory issues. He is extensively published and several of these items are available in our library.

Kenneth R. Lane, P.E.
Executive Vice President

Mr. Lane has extensive marine industry experience, having worked in both shipyards and engineering design offices. He received his B.S.E. in Naval Architecture from the University of Michigan and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Washington and Oregon. Mr. Lane is our chief project manager, keeping the entire office's numerous projects staffed and running. He also has a keen interest in the latest ship building technology, assuring EBDG's position on the forefront of this ever-expanding area of our industry.

Brian W. King, P.E.
Vice President, Engineering

Mr. King received his B.S. in Marine Engineering from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and is licensed and has sailed as Chief Marine Engineer of Motor Vessels of any Horsepower. Mr. King is our expert on major re-powering and ship modifications, passenger ferries, and has extensive project management experience. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Washington, Alaska, Louisiana and Oregon.

Douglas M. Wolff, P.E.
Vice President, Operations

Mr. Wolff came to EBDG in 1992, bringing extensive project management and shipyard experience to the firm. He earned his B.S. from the Webb Institute in 1977, launching his career in the field of naval architecture. His many talents and varied experience make him our resident expert on workboats of all kinds including tugs, research vessels, fireboats and fishing vessels. Mr. Wolff is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Washington, Louisiana, and North Carolina.

Joseph V. Pritting
Finance Manager

Mr. Pritting joined EBDG in 2000. He holds a Bachelors degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting. His previous experience includes serving for 16 years as Controller of two multi-specialty medical clinics in Montana and Washington. Mr. Pritting has worked with numerous federal, state and municipal contracting authorities, as well as commercial clients. As Finance Manger, he manages the company's financial resources and monitors each project's progress to guarantee full contract compliance.

Christina Villiott, CPSM
Marketing Manager

As Marketing Manager, Ms. Villiott helps direct the company's marketing and sales initiatives and promotes EBDG as one of the leading marine architecture and engineering firms. Ms. Villiott has over ten years of marketing experience in the A/E/C industry, as well as a background and education in working with the marine environment. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marine Education from Fairhaven College at Western Washington University and is a Certified Professional Services Marketer.

Michael Walker
General Manager Gulf Office

Mr. Walker heads up the company's first satellite office located in New Orleans. He began his maritime career sailing ocean tugs, large private yachts and commercial fishing vessels. His 36 years of extensive experience in the marine industry and his client-focused approach make him ideally suited to serving the needs of EBDG's growing client base in the Gulf Coast region.




Elliott Bay Design Group LLC
5305 Shilshole Ave. NW
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98107
Phone 206.782.3082
Fax 206.782.3449
Email: info@ebdg.com

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New Orleans
Elliott Bay Design Group LLC
1100 Poydras Street, 20th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70163
Phone 504.529.1754
Fax 504.529.1974