
Biography
Jason is a structural engineer for Kent Inspection & Engineering/Kent Crane. He is a registered professional engineer in Washington State, Oregon and California. Jason has over 7 years of structural and project management experience. Jason received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Jason leads consulting projects and facilitates site inspections. He manages and provides technical support on various types of structures in the construction, crane & heavy equipment, maritime, agricultural, and building envelope industries.
About Kent Crane & Kent Inspection and Engineering
At Kent Crane and Kent Inspection & Engineering, we believe truth brings light. As an inspection and engineering firm, our purpose is to pursue the truth with humility—and we do that through engineering consulting and inspection.
We specialize in heavy equipment inspection and engineering, and we have the capacity to perform inspection, certification, and engineering services for all types of cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment. In our increasingly complex world, being safe, prepared, and compliant is more important than ever. We put humility and service at the forefront and work together to ensure the client is well represented, the system is performing, and everyone goes home to their families at the end of the day.
Pursuing the Truth Through Failure Analysis, Inspection, and Design Since 1983
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- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- March 2025
- Careers
Now Hiring: Structural Engineer
We are seeking a motivated full-time structural engineer to be a member of our team. We are looking for a structural engineer who will be able to communicate with clients, construct budgets/proposals, manage projects and complete projects on their own or within a team.

- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- July 2021
- Case Study
Case Study: Design and Load Test Concrete Washout Pans
In this case study, a concrete construction service hired Kent Engineering (KE) to design and load test concrete washout pans.

- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- July 2021
- Case Study
Case Study: Testing for a New Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
A welding company contacted Kent Engineering (KE) to perform testing for a new Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).

- Randy Kent, MS, P.E.
- June 2020
- Case Study
Case Study: Broken Saddle Adapter for a Lifting-Jack
Our case study involves forensics and litigation support through an independent analysis of the failed saddle adaptor for a lifting-jack.