Continuously Improving: Traci Barnum’s professional development journey at Steffes
Traci Barnum joined Team Steffes in January 2015 as a drafter for new product development, applying knowledge she gained through her studies at North Dakota State University. Her interest in project management sparked when her design engineering team participated in a training on the subject, and she made a career move to align with this … Read More
Steffes inducted into the North Dakota Business Hall of Fame
On June 16, 2026, Steffes was inducted into the Built on Grit™: North Dakota Business Hall of Fame during a ceremony held at the Schafer Heritage Center in Medora, North Dakota. Steffes Founder Paul Steffes and his wife, Laurie, attended the event in person to accept the honor. Built on Grit™ was established by Dakota … Read More
Build Your Career at Steffes
We don’t just hire employees. At Steffes, we invest in individuals with unique goals, talents, and potential. We know that when our people grow, so does our company. That’s why professional development is woven into everything we do, from on-the-job training to educational support and a mentorship program. Sam Keeling, a design engineer at Steffes, … Read More
Steffes: Where Internships Become Careers
At Steffes, we welcome interns in the summer and co-op students throughout the summer, fall, and winter semesters to help fulfill their college program requirements. These opportunities provide students with valuable real-world experience while allowing us to connect with and develop future talent. We take pride in giving our interns the opportunity to see all … Read More
Celebrating Paul Eidenschink: 14 Years of Leadership, Relationships, and Impact at Steffes
After nearly a decade and a half with Steffes, Paul Eidenschink is retiring from his role as Co-President. Paul joined Steffes in 2012 during the peak of the Bakken oil boom, a time when the company was expanding its oil & gas, electric thermal storage, and contract manufacturing divisions. As Steffes grew, the company opened … Read More
Meaningful Mentorship at Steffes
We believe that learning a new role doesn’t stop after onboarding; it’s an ongoing journey. That’s why we developed a mentorship program designed to support employees at every stage of their careers. Whether you’re a new hire learning about the Steffes culture or you’ve been with our team for years, our mentors are always available … Read More
Steffes Announces Executive Promotions and Celebrates the Retirement of Paul Eidenschink
Steffes, a leading U.S. manufacturer of engineered and energy solutions, is proud to announce two executive promotions and to celebrate the upcoming retirement of Co-President and Chief Operating Officer Paul Eidenschink at the end of January 2026. Samantha Erhardt has been promoted to Chief Manufacturing Officer (CMO) and Kim Heidt has been promoted to Chief … Read More
Celebrating Excellence: Steffes’s Top Stories of 2025
2025 was a year of growth, innovation, and meaningful milestones at Steffes. From celebrating our dedicated team members to inspiring the next generation of talent, we’re proud of what we accomplished together. Take a look at our Top Stories of 2025! Steffes Named One of Prairie Business’s 50 Best Places to Work for 11th Consecutive … Read More
Connie Aman celebrates 30 years of service at Steffes
Connie Aman, ETS customer support manager at Steffes, recently celebrated 30 years with the company. In honor of her service, we sent her on a vacation of her choice: Antigua. Congratulations and thank you, Connie! My husband, Dale, and I, along with two other couples, spent a wonderful relaxing week at a Sandals Resort on … Read More
Spencer Puts Steffes’s Volunteer Time Off Benefit into Action in Alaska
Giving back is part of who we are at Steffes, which is why we proudly offer Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to our employees. This benefit allows team members to step beyond the workplace and make a meaningful impact through causes they care about. Earlier this year, quality technician Dan Spencer used VTO to travel to … Read More