Lee Odell, PE
Lee’s water treatment calling began when he worked as a treatment plant operator, which has since flourished into a decades-long career in engineering. In fact, Lee has become a nationally recognized authority in ground and surface water treatment. It goes without saying that Lee is Murraysmith’s go-to expert for projects dealing with drinking water quality, planning, and treatment.
What Lee enjoys most about his job is working closely with his team and clients to solve difficult problems—he always prefers simple designs over complex ones. When he is not working to find clever engineering solutions, Lee likes to unwind by doing yardwork, reading, and traveling.
Best place to be when you aren’t working: In the woods
What would surprise people about you? I have driven a car in 49 states.
Favorite musician: Mozart
On your bookshelf: Treatment Technologies in Groundwater by Lee Odell
2020
Portland, OR
Professional Engineer – OR, WA, & ID
MS, Environmental Engineering, University of Iowa
BS, Civil Engineering, University of Iowa