About Us
Heather Heltzinger
Hi, I am Heather!
I am an experienced Control Systems Designer, Project Manager and Team Leader. I have over 18 years experience as being a Systems Integrator within the Water / Wastewater Industry. One thing that I've discovered I really enjoy is; efficiency and how to make work tasks simpler. That goes for Control Systems and the processes required to build and work on them. I tend to think a bit differently about problems, solutions and tasks, and I really try to find inventive ways of doing things while working with the Operators to create the best solutions for them.
Why did I decide to start Renegade? Well, I had the idea in my mind for awhile; starting out as a joke, and slowly getting more realistic as the years ran on. I found my true calling in managing clients and projects, ensuring that the client and the end user really were heard. I love technology and connecting with people, and I want to help technology connect with people. So, I decided to become my own boss and started Renegade!
While I'm not working, I enjoy gardening, landscaping, cooking, trap shooting, tending to my animals and any other project I could dream up!
Donnie Simpkins
Donnie has over 22 years of experience in Controls & Instrumentation and Manufacturing in various industries, including Water / Wastewater, Food and Beverage, and Power. His unconventional ideas are instrumental in our everyday conundrums. From programming PLCs, OITs and HMI, to welding, electrical, and plumbing, Donnie can and will figure it out. When not working, he is usually working on something -- cars, motorcycles, trenching, landscaping (digging holes) blacksmithing or leather crafting.
Greg Altman, E.I.T.
Greg is an Electrical Engineer with more than 10 years experience in diverse project management and engineering roles, including music venue design, automotive engineering, robotics, and automation. His adaptability helps Renegade provide robust, well-integrated solutions for any scenario. Greg is a licensed E.I.T., and looking forward to attaining his Water Operator Certification in the near future. Outside of work, Greg spends his time restoring vintage motorcycles, practicing organic gardening, and performing music with friends.
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