Brian Weiss
- Instructor, Civil Engineering
Contact Info
- Email: brian.weiss@UND.edu
- Office: 701.777.6075
Office Address
Civil Engineering
Upson II
243 Centennial Drive Stop 8115
Grand Forks, ND 58202-8115
Biography
With over 30 years of industry experience in civil engineering and a strong passion for teaching and mentorship, I am excited to be a part of the Civil Engineering Department’s mission of academic excellence and innovation.
I hold a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from South Dakota State University, with a specialization in Environmental Engineering. Over the past 30 years, I have worked in consulting engineering specializing in modeling, model development and calibration, master planning, and design and operations services for municipalities and rural water systems across the Upper Midwest. I also have extensive experience with both civil and environmental engineering projects including preliminary and final design engineering and preparing plans and specifications on many water and wastewater projects.
Prior to starting my career in consulting engineering, I had the opportunity to work as a graduate assistant doing research and working in an environmental laboratory. My experience also included working shifts as an operator at a wastewater treatment plant. While working at the treatment plant, I managed the student operators and oversaw the operations of the treatment plant laboratory and maintained its certification.
My many years of working as a consulting engineer allow me to bring practical insight into the classroom, preparing students for both academic and professional success. My desire is to enhance the student experience by sharing my knowledge and ability to translate that into practical application, problem-solving, and decision-making skills that will benefit them when they enter the workforce.
General Surveying - CE 313 & CE 313L
Civil Engineering Lab I - CE 301
Civil Engineering Lab II - CE 302
Introduction to Engineering - Engr 100
Presentation at American Water Works Association Water Infrastructure Conference – 2019
Title: Water System Analysis for Flood Contingency Planning and Emergency Response – Case Study – City of Fargo, ND
Location: St. Louis, MS
Presentation and conference proceedings for American Water Works Association Water Quality Technology Conference – 2000
Title: Effects of Water Hardness, Temperature, and Recirculation on Copper Corrosion
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Professional Engineer
PE – MN – 44324
PE – ND – PE-4448
PE – SD – 8512
Masters of Science, Civil Engineering, South Dakota State University
Bachelors of Science, Civil Engineering, South Dakota State University
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
ND Society of Professional Engineers (NDSPE)
- Served as State President
- Served as Chapter 1 President
- Young Engineer of the Year Award
American Water Works Association (AWWA)
Water Environment Federation (WEF)
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Chi Epsilon Civil Engineering Honor Society
Senior Advanced Technical Specialist, AE2S, Grand Forks, ND | 1998 - 2025 (full-time) 2026 - present (part-time)
- Perform extensive water and wastewater hydraulic modeling
- Master planning, design and operations services for municipalities across the Midwest including ND, SD, MN, MT, CO, WI, MI
- Train staff and clients on water distribution modeling
- Lead project teams for major pipeline transmission projects
- Design municipal infrastructure including streets, drainage, water, and sanitary sewer
Staff/Project EngineerSPN, Mitchell, SD | 1996 – 1998
- Planning and design of a regional rural water system
- Design of municipal infrastructure including transportation and drainage improvements
Research Assistant: Corrosion Control StudiesSouth Dakota State University, Brookings, SD | 1994 – 1996
- Conduct lead and copper corrosion experimentation to demonstrate viable treatment alternatives for water systems
Research Assistant: Wastewater Treatment Plant Student Leader/Operator/Laboratory SupervisorSouth Dakota State University, Brookings, SD | 1994 – 1996
- Responsible for process operation and control.
- Organize scheduling and training of student operators
- Supervise laboratory testing for water quality parameters