Our Leadership
Meet the Team Behind Your Next Rail Project
Experienced professionals. Specialized expertise. A shared commitment to helping clients succeed.
At Via Rail Engineering, our leadership team brings together decades of experience in industrial freight rail engineering, railroad coordination, project management, and site development. We work closely with clients throughout every phase of the project, providing practical guidance, responsive communication, and specialized expertise tailored to the unique challenges of industrial rail infrastructure.
100%
employee-owned
- specialized expertise
- lasting relationships
- responsive communication
- quality work
Every successful rail project is built on strong partnerships.
As a 100% employee-owned company, every member of our team is personally invested in delivering quality work and building lasting client relationships. Whether you’re planning a new rail-served facility or expanding existing infrastructure, you’ll work directly with experienced professionals committed to helping your project move forward with confidence.
Ben Guido
Founder
Dan Guido
CEO
Michelle Wotachek
CFO/COO
Katie McLear
Project Administrator
Sarah Schuette
Accounting / Administrative Assistant
Deacon Gray
Engineering Intern
Sam Risjan
Civil Designer
Eric Ulyas
Civil Designer
Rece Kasten
Civil Designer
Beth A. Lynn
Senior Civil Designer
Darren Pringle
Senior Civil Designer
Breanna McFarland, PE
Design Engineer
Josh Cotter, PE
Senior Design Engineer
Colin Schaffnit, PE
Senior Design Engineer
Jeff Risch, EIT
Director of Engineering
We’re Not Just Another Team
We’re YOUR Team
Successful projects don't happen because of one individual; they happen through collaboration.
Our engineers, designers, project managers, and rail professionals work together to solve challenges, coordinate with stakeholders, and support our clients from early planning through construction. By combining technical expertise with practical rail experience, we help deliver solutions that support safe operations, efficient project execution, and long-term success.
Ready to Start Your Next Rail Project?
Whether you're exploring a new rail-served site, expanding existing infrastructure, or looking for a trusted engineering partner, our team is here to help.
