Biography:Donald E. Ross (engineer)
Donald E. Ross (May 2, 1930 – January 18, 2021) was an American engineer who served as managing partner of the engineering firm Jaros, Baum & Bolles.[1][2]
Biography
Ross received his B.A. from Columbia College in 1952 and B.S. from the Columbia School of Engineering and Applied Science in 1953.[3] He also earned an MBA from New York University.[2] As managing partner of Jaros, Baum & Bolles, he led the design of mechanical and electrical systems for more than 200 skyscrapers, including Willis Tower, Bank of China Tower, and the Messeturm.[3]
Ross was elected a member of the National Academy of Engineering in 1993 "for contributions to design of energy-efficient systems, professional and public services, and the nurturing of engineering talent."[1] He received the Egleston Medal from Columbia School of Engineering and Applied Science in 2019 for "distinguished engineering achievement."[3]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Mr. Donald E. Ross". https://nae.edu/27932/Mr-Donald-E-Ross.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Donald E. Ross Obituary (2021) Newsday". https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/newsday/name/donald-ross-obituary?id=5235060.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Alumni Association Honors Leaders in Engineering and Science" (in en). 2017-01-31. https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/news/alumni-association-honors-leaders-engineering-and-science.
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