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Join MSPE Western Chapter for our September Dinner Meeting with IEEE. Jack Stack will be served before a presentation from Carles Miller, PE and Atul Arunkumar Shenoy, PE.
Date: Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Time:
5:30 p.m. - Registration/Networking
6:00 p.m. - Dinner
6:30 p.m. - WC MSPE Membership Meeting
7:00 p.m. - Presentation
Location:
UMKC Flarsheim Hall - Room 531 (Toyota Room)5100 Rockhill RoadKansas City, MO 64110
Cost:
$25 for Members and Guests
Free for UMKC and Rockhurst Students
Parking:
Parking available in the Rockhill Garage at 52nd and Rockhill Road. Attendees can park in the garage and walk to Flarsheim Hall since construction on the Quad is now complete. Alternatively, attendees can Park on Level 4 and take the walkway over 52nd Street through Haag Hall to Flarsheim Hall. Take elevators to the 5th Floor.
Please include your email address in your registration and UMKC will email you the day before the meeting with instructions for an electronic pass.
(See Parking Map Below for Details)
Presentation Details:
Power Cable Sizing Flowchart – A Tool to Help Reinforce the State of Electrical Engineering Workforce
In the last decade the oil, gas and chemical industry has seen a decline in the electrical engineering ranks and knowledge base. Mr. Shenoy’s presentation will review the status of the electric power engineering workforce and the need for a flowchart to assist with cable sizing and will discuss an example of sizing cables.
This was presented at the IEEE 2023 Petroleum and Chemical Industry Committee Technical Conference in New Orleans, LA.
Speakers
Atul Arunkumar Shenoy P.E.: Senior Electrical Engineer – Burns & McDonnell
Bio: Mr. Shenoy graduated in 2014 from Manipal Institute of Technology, Kamataka, India with a BSEE, and in 2018 completed his MSEE from Texas A&M. He began his career at BMcD in their OGC Department in 2018. He is a registered PE in Texas.
Carles Miller P.E.: Electrical Department Manager – Burns & McDonnell
Bio: Mr. Miller received his BSEE from the University of Texas in 1981 and later an MBA From Texas A&M. Carles is currently the Electrical Department Manager for BMcD OGC global practice in Kansas City.
Parking Map:
WHO: Michael Buechter, P.E.
TOPIC: President's visit and update
WHEN: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
WHERE: Jefferson City Hall
Boone Bancroft Room
320 E McCarty Street
Jefferson City, MO 65101
All members and guests are invited.
Lunch (pizza) $10 per person
RSVP Requested via Registration Form
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Serving 6:30 to 7:30
Christ’s Church of Oronogo (1 mile north of 96 on Hwy D)
$20 per ticket + registration fee
We invite you to join us for our 2025 Shrimp Feed & Wing Ding at one of our board member's homes with LIVE MUSIC! Only $10/member, with free children's admission ages 8 and under. Shrimp will be grilled on site, and chicken wings with an assortment of sides will also be provided. We plan to start grilling around 5pm, and the majority of the food will be ready for enjoyment at 6pm.
Feel free to arrive at 5pm for social hour while the smell of the food fills the air. We look forward to seeing you there!
What: Jefferson City Chapter Shrimp Feed/Wing Ding
Topic: Social event
When: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, 5:00PM - 8:00 PM (Social Hour 5:00pm to 6:00pm; food ready at 6:00pm)
Where: 2047 Bromin Ct, Holts Summit, MO 65043
Who: All members and guests, family welcome
Earn 15 PDHs in Just 2 ½ Days!
Event DetailsOctober 15–17, 2025 Virtual via Zoom Zoom links will be sent to registrants on October 13
Click HERE for our tentative agenda*
THANK YOU TO OUR ANNUAL PARTNER SPONSORS!
*Agenda subject to change
Save the Date!
More details to come
Registration is open!
Time: 5:30 - 5:45 p.m. - Social
5:45 - 6:30 p.m. - Dinner
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Presentation (1 PDH awarded for presentation)
Where: Grand Street Cafe
4740 Grand Ave
Kansas City, MO 64112
Cost: $35 for MSPE, KSPE Members and Guests
$15 for Student Chapter Members
Registration closes at 12pm, Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Cancellation Policy
Registration refunds may be requested at info@mspe.org before Noon on October 14, 2025. However, after this date, MSPE is responsible for non-recoverable costs such as venue and catering commitments. Therefore, we are unable to offer refunds under any circumstances, including illness, weather, travel disruptions or other unforeseen conflicts. Thank you for your understanding.
“Bring Your Own Engineer” and Joint Chapter-OSITE (Ozarks Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers) Meeting, November 6, 2025.
Cost is $20 and pay upon arrival, cash, check, or credit card. Please note that students and first-time attendees do not pay. No advance registration needed.
Questions - contact Aaron Benson, abenson@greatriv.com.
Salute to Design & Construction Banquet
$50 Early Bird Price | $60 Week of the Event, Table Purchase (10 seats) only available in advance for $500.
Social Hour at 5 p.m. | Dinner at 6:30 p.m. | Program at 7 p.m. (This is a 21+ event).
Advance registration can be made at: Salute to Design & Construction Awards Banquet – Springfield Contractors Association
Questions - contact Aaron Benson, abenson@greatriv.com
MSPE Webinar - Legislative Conversations
SAVE THE DATE - November 19
1 PDH Credit
MSPE invites you to a live legislative webinar on November 19 at noon, speaker TBA.
Please join MSPE Western Chapter for our November Young Engineer's Event at Fowling Warehouse! Click the image below for more information on Fowling.
When:
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Where:
Fowling Warehouse Kansas City
1020 W 103rd St
Kansas City, MO 64114
More details available soon!
(Please note - this is for the Missouri Foundation, not NSPE)
This Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025, we invite you to join us in empowering the next generation of engineers through the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers (MSPE) Educational Foundation. Your generosity will help us provide scholarships, mentorship, and educational opportunities that shape the future of the engineering profession in Missouri.
The MSPE Educational Foundation is dedicated to supporting talented students who aspire to become professional engineers. With your help, we can continue to invest in their education and ensure they have the resources needed to succeed in their academic and professional journeys.
Your donation, no matter the size, makes a direct impact by:
This Giving Tuesday, let’s come together to build a stronger future for engineering in Missouri. By supporting the MSPE Educational Foundation, you are not just making a donation—you are shaping the future of our profession.
Join us today in making a difference. Your contribution can change lives and help create the innovators and problem-solvers of tomorrow.
Will you invest in the next generation of engineers with a donation of at least $25? Thank you!
DONATE NOW WITH A CREDIT/DEBIT CARD
MSPE invites you to a live legislative webinar on December 10 at noon, speaker TBA.
SAVE THE DATE!
More Information to come soon.
As the Missouri Legislature takes its spring break, it’s the perfect time for MSPE members to evaluate the first half of the legislative session and discuss the proposals that can impact the profession. This session will cover key legislative developments, industry advocacy efforts, and a look ahead to the critical work remaining in the second half of the session.
Attendees will gain 1 PDH.
Office: 573-636-4861Fax: 573-636-5475308 E. High St., Ste 100Jefferson City, MO 65101
