Joe Speltz - Lead Structural Modeler

Lead Structural Modeler

St. Paul, MN

651.414.6162

Joe has been with ERA since 2007 and has experience working on a variety of project types such as precast, cast-in-place, and composite steel structures in both low and high seismic areas, as well as various parking structures and mixed-use concrete podium and wood projects. In 2020, he joined the Precast team as Lead Modeler, where he champions the rollout of the Edge platform using Revit for all precast design projects. Joe thrives on the unique challenges of each project, finding excitement in molding buildings for optimal efficiency and delivering exceptional service to clients.

Market Sector Lead for: Specialty Engineering – Precast, ER-Post

Why did you choose the structural engineering industry?

I’ve always liked how things went together. I always find myself asking questions about the why and how on each and every project. My curiosity is what drove me to this profession. The way in which buildings are built will always be changing which feeds my need to be challenged.

Are you involved in any organizations outside of ERA?

I am very active in my local youth hockey organization. My son is a hockey player which naturally made me gravitate to become involved. I like to be active in my children’s interests.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I played in the Little League World Series when I was 12.