FS-Elliott Engineers Earn 2026 Engineering Leaders Under 40 Recognition
9 月 14, 2026
EXPORT, PA, September 14, 2026 – FS-Elliott, a global leader in the engineering and manufacturing of oil-free centrifugal compressors, today announced that three of its employees have been named to Plant Engineering and Control Engineering’s 2026 Engineering Leaders Under 40 class.
The FS-Elliott honorees are:
- David Miller, Product Manager, Industrial Products
- Adam Tokarski, Lead Engineer, New Product Development
- Dean Wadley, Controls Engineer
The annual Engineering Leaders Under 40 program recognizes professionals under 40 who make significant contributions to their organizations’ success and advance the plant and control engineering professions. The 2026 class includes 35 professionals representing a range of engineering disciplines and industries.
“Aerodynamic selection, new product design, and control system development are three very different disciplines,” said Mike Wik, Vice President of Global Products at FS-Elliott. ” David, Adam, and Dean are each the kind of person you want on your team when a project presents a tough engineering challenge. We’re proud to see their contributions recognized by the industry.”
David Miller, Product Manager for Industrial Products
David Miller, Product Manager for Industrial Products, was recognized for delivering complex, customer-focused compressed-air solutions and leading collaboration across engineering, sales, manufacturing, and customer teams.
In his current role, he helps guide commercial strategy and engineering direction for FS-Elliott’s industrial compressor portfolio while supporting technical training and knowledge development.
Adam Tokarski, Lead Engineer for New Product Development
Adam Tokarski, Lead Engineer for New Product Development, was recognized for his technical leadership in new product development and his expertise in rotor dynamics and bearing design.
His work leading multidisciplinary engineering efforts, mentoring developing talent, and advancing new compressor technologies has contributed to FS-Elliott’s continued product innovation.
Dean Wadley, Controls Engineer
Dean Wadley, Controls Engineer, was recognized for his contributions to controls engineering and his work supporting the development of compressor control technologies.
His technical capabilities and collaborative approach help FS-Elliott deliver reliable, high-performance solutions for demanding industrial applications.
Together, the honorees represent three areas central to FS-Elliott’s continued success: product leadership, new product development, and advanced compressor controls. Their recognition also reflects the strength of the company’s broader engineering organization and its commitment to developing the technical talent that will help shape the future of FS-Elliott and the industries it serves.
The complete 2026 Engineering Leaders Under 40 class is available through Plant Engineering.
About FS-Elliott Co., LLC
FS-Elliott is a global leader in the engineering and manufacturing of oil-free centrifugal compressors, with operations in over 90 countries. For 60 years, FS-Elliott has combined a commitment to quality with advanced technology, enabling customers to increase productivity and lower system operating costs. For more information, visit www.fs-elliott.com.
For more information, please contact:
Barbara Myers
marketing@fs-elliott.com
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