Meet Our Team

Professional engineers, environmental specialists, and project managers bringing decades of combined experience to every project.

Locally Owned and Trusted Since 2007

Franklin Engineering Ltd. was formed in 2007 by Jayme Franklin, P.Eng. Franklin Engineering Ltd. operated successfully from the start and quickly established a reputation as a cost effective, high quality professional company. This reputation has spread, increasing demand to the point that growth was necessary.

Growth began in 2011 with the acquisition of our new office on the corner of 4th Street and Lakeshore Avenue in downtown Salmon Arm. Franklin Engineering is poised to continue to grow and to provide an extensive array of services throughout the region. We love calling the Shuswap home and are raising our families here. We take great pride in contributing to the growth of this beautiful region.

Franklin Engineering office in Salmon Arm

Professional Excellence

Jayme Franklin, P.Eng.

Senior Engineer

Jayme is a Professional Civil Engineer registered with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (APEGBC). Jayme earned a degree from UBC and is listed by APEGBC as a professional qualified to work under the Sewerage System Regulation. With extensive experience in land development planning, civil design, and project management, Jayme has provided consulting services for a wide range of projects throughout the region. Jayme also brings significant expertise in onsite wastewater treatment and disposal, developing practical solutions for complex and challenging sites, and holds LEED certification.

Izabela Matka, P.Eng.

Senior Project Engineer

Izabela is a Civil Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Lakehead University. She is registered with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) and is currently seeking registration with APEGBC. With a strong background in project management and design, Izabela has worked on various projects including municipal infrastructure, roadway design, land development, and stormwater management. Moreover, Izabela is also registered with APEGBC. She has extensive experience in traffic impact assessments, railway design, and the rehabilitation of roadways and utilities.

Samantha Mitchell

Manager of Environmental and Development Planning

Samantha specializes in land development approvals and environmental permitting, guiding projects through complex regulatory processes at the municipal and provincial levels. Her experience includes rezoning, subdivisions, development permits, variances, policy amendments, environmental authorizations, and building permit approvals. She works collaboratively with clients, regulatory agencies, and technical professionals to identify opportunities, address development constraints, and create efficient pathways to project approval.

As Manager of Environmental and Development Planning, Samantha oversees projects from concept through approval, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing application strategies, regulatory submissions, stakeholder engagement, schedules, and budgets. Her practical understanding of development processes and permitting requirements helps clients navigate approvals with confidence while advancing projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Noah Barrett, EIT

Engineer-in-Training

Noah is an Engineer-in-Training registered with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Northern British Columbia. Noah supports municipal and land development projects through linear infrastructure design, hydrotechnical analyses, and the preparation of stormwater management plans. His experience also includes project management, client and local government engagement, contract administration, and field coordination.

Clinton Kallies

Technician

Clinton has a diverse background in technical art and design, coupled with valuable experience in the construction industry. Since joining Franklin Engineering in 2015, he has refined his expertise in the design and drafting of onsite wastewater systems. Clinton plays a key role in ensuring the success of wastewater projects by attending site visits and conducting test pitting to assess soil conditions. His attention to detail and hands-on approach make him an essential part of our team, contributing to the delivery of reliable, high-quality wastewater solutions for our clients.

Vanessa Linowski, T.Ag.

Qualified Environmental Professional

Vanessa is an Agrologist and our onsite QEP. She went to Lethbridge and Medicine Hat Colleges where she received diplomas in Land Reclamation and Renewable Resource Management. With over 15 years' experience in the Environmental field, Vanessa takes on Environmental Monitoring, Management Plans, Protection Plans (EPP) and CEMPS. Vanessa also handles our Riparian Area Regulation Reports (RAPR), Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments and Vegetation assessments.

Kurstin Barta, B.Sc. (Applied)

Qualified Environmental Professional

Kurstin is an environmental scientist with over a decade of experience in agriculture and the environmental sector. She earned her Bachelor of Environmental Science, specializing in Applied Industrial Ecology, from Mount Royal College in Calgary, AB. With seven years dedicated to regenerative agriculture, Kurstin has specialized expertise in plant and soil health, biological farming, and sustainable land management. She also has extensive experience in Industrial Ecology, focusing on optimizing systems for sustainable solutions, as well as in Riparian Area Assessments and Environmental Site Assessments.

Mario Khodabakhsh

Junior Engineer

Mario is a registered Engineer-in-Training with experience in municipal infrastructure design including site grading and roadworks as well as water, storm, and sanitary systems. Skilled in Civil 3D, InfraWorks, and Revit, he leverages BIM workflows to deliver accurate and efficient designs. Mario combines technical precision with creative problem-solving and takes pride in developing designs that not only meet standards but also move with purpose and clarity.

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