
Kevin Gross, P.E.
Founder and Senior Project Manager
Kevin Gross is an accomplished engineering leader with nearly 20 years of experience delivering large-scale CAPEX sustainable infrastructure projects across diverse industries. As the founder of Gross & CO, Kevin brings a unique combination of technical expertise, innovative problem-solving, and strategic oversight to support clients in renewable energy, waste-to-value, and industrial engineering projects.
Kevin’s career is marked by repeated success in driving projects from concept to completion, consistently delivering within budget, on schedule, and exceeding client expectations. His hands-on experience spans biofuels, anaerobic digestion, wastewater treatment, and sustainable energy systems, making him a trusted partner for organizations seeking to build infrastructure that drives meaningful change.
Key Achievements:
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Directed the development of a $6 billion woody biomass-to-SAF facility, leading technical efforts for feasibility and FEL2 estimates for an 87 MMGAL/year sustainable aviation fuel plant.
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Delivered a $200 million greenfield dairy waste-to-RNG project, integrating multiple dairies to process manure into RNG and inject it into interstate pipelines.
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Achieved nameplate capacity for a $150 million biorefinery converting sugar beet tailings and potato waste into biofuels and biogas.
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Led a 15 MW landfill gas-to-electricity project, cleaning and utilizing landfill gas to generate continuous power for the local grid.
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Engineered advanced wastewater treatment systems utilizing centrifuges and DAFs to optimize TSS and BOD removal for anaerobic digestion.
Career Highlights:
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Innovative Process Design: Developed cutting-edge systems for biofuels, renewable natural gas, and sustainable aviation fuel facilities, integrating process simulation, automation, and commissioning.
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Operational Excellence: Enhanced profitability and efficiency for industrial projects through cost reduction strategies, LEED practices, and Six Sigma methodologies.
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Leadership and Strategy: Founded Gross & CO to provide tailored engineering solutions, assembling teams to deliver high-value projects with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Areas of Expertise:
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Process Equipment Design and Simulation
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Commissioning and Startup Services
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Automation and Controls
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Industrial Wastewater Treatment
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Cost Optimization and Supply Chain Management
Kevin is passionate about driving innovation in renewable energy and waste-to-value industries, helping clients navigate complex challenges to create a greener, more sustainable future.