We are not any one individual but a collaborative effort where each member of our team brings their own unique set of skills, talents and areas of expertise.
Together we are MAE
Jok Ang, PE, SE
COO, SENIOR ENGINEER
Jok started his engineering career after graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After obtaining his professional licenses, he held a Project Management position involved in structural engineering design for unique structures. Both inside and outside of the company, he has built a reputation of developing simple and creative solutions to engineering problems. Solving complex engineering issues with straightforward solutions became his motto.
He prides his engineering team in designing structures with simple and creative solutions while maintaining strong relationships with clients. His engineering solutions are known to integrate other non-engineering concerns to help achieve overall project goals.
Favorite Quote:
“It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop”
Confucius -551 BC
Gary M. Froehlich, PE
SENIOR ENGINEER
Gary brings more than 35 years of structural and civil engineering experience. He started his career as a draftsman/surveyor assistant, and later as an engineering technician, before earning a degree in Civil Engineering from Oregon State University. Upon graduation, Gary joined our team, first working as a team member at Mortier Engineering, and later, joining Ang Engineering Group.
During the course of his career, Gary Froehlich has been involved in all aspects of structural and civil engineering, including upgrading of historic buildings, seismic retrofitting of commercial and institutional buildings, sanitary sewer and storm drainage.
Beto Alvarez
DESIGNER I
Beto was born in Colombia, where he studied Architecture at the Colombia’s National University. Beto then went on to work as an architect for seven years prior to moving to the US with his family. He has been working in the PNW as a CAD Designer for over 15 years and prides himself on his attention to detail and an aesthetic eye.
Beto is a self-described “weirdo” with a passion for history, archaeology, Egyptology, and sci-fi. He firmly believes in the oneness of humanity and finds inspiration from the following quote:
“The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens”
-Baha’u’llah
Morgan S. Johnson
PROJECT MANAGER & DESIGNER
A 2017 graduate of Lane Community College’s drafting program. Morgan brings with him a background in custom cabinetry, woodworking and a passion for design. Beginning with small residential projects he has progressed to lead designer on a number of large scale commercial projects including the all new Kendall Subaru dealership and service center.
Born and raised in Seaside Oregon, Morgan has a deep appreciation for the ocean and the natural world. Outside of the office you’ll find him in the woodshop “making sawdust.”
Favorite Quote:
“Everything in Nature Contains all the Powers of Nature”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Steve Shegedin, PE
PROJECT ENGINEER
Steve’s got his start in the construction industry with a unionized roofing company where he learned to identify and repair roof leaks on commercial buildings. After gaining some experience Steve was able to attain a Journeyman Certification through the union’s roofing apprenticeship program.
Later, he worked for a residential remodeling contractor, gaining experience in the residential construction trades. In 94’ Steve completed the Architectural Engineering program at “Cal Poly.”
Steve originally started with Ang Engineering in 97’ – during this time he became interested in steel construction and welding working off and on in both fields.
A welding hobbyist, Steve has worked directly with steel fabricators as a steel detailer providing shop drawings.
Steve attained his Civil PE license in 2012 where he continues to pursue his desire to design.