Maitland, FL – Matern Professional Engineering is pleased to announce that Vickash Dial, P.E., a mechanical engineer at the firm, has successfully earned his Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) license. This achievement represents a significant milestone in Dial's professional development and underscores Matern's commitment to fostering engineering excellence and career advancement.

The Fire Protection Engineering license is offered once a year and covers a wide range of topics, including fire science, human behavior, fire protection systems (detection, suppression, alarm, special hazard), and egress. Fire Protection engineering is a specialized, high demand field with a low number of registered professional fire protection engineers, making Dial's success a testament to his dedication and technical expertise.

“Vickash's commitment to earning his FPE license exemplifies the drive and excellence that define our firm," said Ryan Strandquest, LEED AP and President of Matern Professional Engineering. "We believe in investing in our team members' professional growth and success. His success strengthens our capabilities and reinforces our ability to deliver lifesaving solutions to our clients."

Dial credits the support of his colleagues at Matern as instrumental to his success. "This journey required months of discipline and many late nights, and I couldn't have done it without the support of my friends, family, and colleagues. I'm especially grateful to the team at Matern for providing the resources and mentorship necessary to reach this goal."

As an employee-owned firm, Matern prioritizes professional development and creates an environment where engineers can advance their expertise and credentials. Dial's FPE license enhances the firm's technical depth and positions Matern to continue delivering exceptional service to clients across the eastern United States.

About Matern Professional Engineering

Matern Professional Engineering is a multi-disciplined building systems and commissioning engineering firm serving clients throughout the eastern United States. Headquartered in Florida, with four offices across the state, Matern is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company. This ownership structure fosters a culture of collaboration, dedication, and a shared commitment to client success. The firm's personalized approach prioritizes innovative solutions and successful project outcomes for clients in a variety of sectors. Matern is licensed in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. Learn more at https://matern.net.