Stanley Consultants

10/16/2026

“One day I was sitting at my desk in Iowa, and the next I was traveling halfway around the world to support a major project.”

What began as a summer internship at Stanley eventually led Jeff Zihlman to an unexpected assignment in the United Arab Emirates that opened the door to a career in federal airfield work.

Now a Technical Operations Leader, Jeff shares why some of the best career opportunities are the ones you never planned for.

Read the full interview:

See how Jeff Zihlman turned a summer internship at Stanley Consultants into a decades-long career through mentorship and unexpected opportunities.

10/09/2026

Nearly 52 GW of utility-scale battery storage is operating in the U.S. today. Another 54 GW is already planned through 2028.

What will it take to bring the next 54 GW online?

See what utilities should consider before moving forward with a BESS project: https://ow.ly/rnI850ZNvmk

10/08/2026

What if your next idea could help a community maintain access to safe water and sanitation during an emergency?

Together with CWEEL and Association of Energy Engineers, we’ve launched the WASH Innovation Challenge, where we’re seeking innovative, practical solutions that improve water, sanitation and hygiene services for communities facing crises, from natural disasters to infrastructure disruptions.

Whether your idea focuses on rapid deployment, disease prevention, energy efficiency, long-term sustainability or improving local capacity, we want to hear it.

Submissions close November 9, 2026. View challenge details and submit your concept: https://ow.ly/uE0r50ZVY5A

10/08/2026

A three-peat worth celebrating! Led by President, CEO and Chair Kate Harris, Stanley Consultants has been named a 2026 Women-Led Top Workplace by Innovation Women for the third consecutive year.

The award celebrates organizations whose most senior leader is a woman and recognizes the stand-out workplace cultures they have helped build.

10/06/2026

– Michigan State University added up to 27 MW of flexible generation at its T.B. Simon Power Plant with three new reciprocating engines.

We provided engineering and construction support for the $47 million upgrade, integrating new infrastructure into a compact campus site while limiting noise impacts to nearby student housing.

Learn more about the project: https://ow.ly/pYp750ZUYBP

10/02/2026

Recent public records requests from AI service providers have raised new concerns about water utility operational data.

A recent EPA advisory urged utilities to stay vigilant, noting that SCADA logs, flow rates, water quality baselines, storage levels, energy use and equipment run times can reveal how a system behaves.

As utilities modernize, regular OT cybersecurity assessments can identify connected assets, risks and potential operational disruptions.

Learn about the growing cybersecurity threats to operational technology systems and why regular audits are crucial to protecting them.

09/24/2026

More than 10,000 traffic crashes were recorded in one southwestern community between 2018 and 2024, including 229 fatal or serious injury incidents.

But history alone doesn't tell the full story.

Our latest blog looks at how road safety analyses can identify risks before crashes occur and inform more strategic safety investments.

09/23/2026

– When the Johnsburg Road bridge in McHenry County, IL, began deteriorating well ahead of its 50-year design life, we were brought in to design the replacement superstructure.

When we found that UHPC joints alone would not eliminate cracking above the beam joints, our team designed the replacement with carbon fiber-reinforced polymer wrap beneath the beams to better protect the structure. The solution is expected to double the bridge’s service life and saves an estimated 18 months in delivery.

Learn more about the project: https://ow.ly/HjBR50ZFS34

09/21/2026

How can utilities move more power through transmission infrastructure that’s already in place?

High-voltage direct current (HVDC) technology could help increase transmission capacity by up to 250% as data center demand rises. Realizing that potential takes careful planning from feasibility and siting to permitting, design and construction.

Learn how we're supporting the infrastructure behind grid modernization: https://ow.ly/VSj750Z7ZGe

09/18/2026

Stanley Consultants has supported the U.S. Air Force at more than 80 installations worldwide.

On the Air Force’s 79th birthday, we celebrate all who serve and support its mission.