Richard Wurzbach – CLS, MLE

President

Rich Wurzbach has 35 years of experience in the development of Condition Based Maintenance programs and the applications of diagnostic technologies for industrial equipment. His expertise lies in the applications of Infrared Thermography, Lubricant Analysis, Airborne Ultrasound and the integration of various diagnostic technologies for equipment assessment.

Rich’s past experience includes work at the Three Mile Island and Peach Bottom Nuclear Plants. He has also made technical presentations at the American Wind Energy Association and Wind Energy Update conferences in the US. He has served on two research teams in Denmark studying lubrication and sampling practices for off-shore wind turbine components, and worked alongside employees of Vattenfall, DONG Energy, Statkraft, and Aalborg University to research, publish and present main and pitch bearing sampling best-practices at international conferences in Europe.

Rich is certified by the International Council on Machinery Lubrication (ICML) in all certified disciplines, including Machinery Lubrication Engineer, and Level II Laboratory Lubricant Analyst.  He helped to develop the Food Processing Lubrication Badge. He is ASNT Level III in PdM-Infrared and Thermal Testing. Rich is also certified as an ISO 17025 lead auditor.

Rich helped to advance the ASTM Standard Practices for Obtaining In-Service Samples of Lubricating Grease (D7718) and Integrated Testing Grease Analysis (D7918).  He authored the Electric Power Research Institute’s report “Effective Grease Practices” and was a co-author of the EPRI Reports, “Lube Oil PdM, Handling, and Quality Assurance Guideline” and “. He led the development of the American Wind Energy Association Recommended Practice guidelines (RP-812 through 815) for Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance. He has presented and published over 100 scientific papers and has served as the editor of peer-reviewed scientific journals.

He has served as a designated Subject Matter Expert for Tribology and Lubrication for program offices of the US Navy and US Army, along with nuclear power and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.  He has worked as an expert witness for cases in multiple countries involving tribology and lubrication issues.

Ronald Jansen – MLA II

Senior Technician

Ron Jansen has been with MRG since 2022 as a Senior Technician with extensive experience within the nuclear power industry. Ron retired from Exelon Nuclear in 2021 after 34 years of experience at the Peachbottom Atomic Power Station.

Ron held several positions at Peachbottom that included: Equipment Operator, FIN team, Maintenance Technician, Predictive Maintenance Technician, Rotating Machinery Specialist, and Maintenance Instructor.

Ron is a Navy Veteran and served for 6 years. He was stationed on board the Andrew Jackson SSBN 619G as a Machinist Mate First Class.

Ron’s certifications included: Vibration Analyst Cat III, Thermography Level I and II, MLA I and II, Motion Amplification, Ultrasound Level I, Baker Motor Analysis Level II, Diesel Engine Analysis Level II, INPO certified Instructor.

Ron’s experience and knowledge in the power industry and predictive maintenance technologies have been utilized by MRG for its customers in the areas of troubleshooting equipment issues, data collection, and program improvements.

Scott Danehower – MLA II

Senior Engineer

Scott Danehower has been with MRG since 2026 as a Senior Engineer. Scott retired in 2025 from Constellation Energy with over 39 years of experience in the Nuclear Power industry. During his career at Constellation, Scott worked at several power plants including Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station and Three Mile Island. In addition, he also worked at Constellation Corporate offices and Constellation PowerLabs.  While at Constellation, he held numerous positions including: Predictive Maintenance Technician, Corporate Rotating Equipment Specialist, Reliability Centered Maintenance Specialist, System Engineer, and Steam Turbine Services Group Engineer. In addition, Scott was the Manager of the Technical Services Department at Constellation Power Labs for 12 years.

Scott’s expertise is in the establishment of condition-based programs including vibration and oil analysis. Scott continues to utilize his background and expertise in the Nuclear Power industry to serve MRG and its customers with troubleshooting equipment, diagnostics and maintenance program optimization.

Scott is certified by the International Council for Machinery Lubrication (ICML) as a Level II Machine Lubricant Analyst. He was previously certified in Level II Vibration and as a Licensed Professional Engineer.

Dave Seith

Technician 

Dave Seith has been with MRG since 2024 as a Technician with extensive experience within the nuclear power industry. Dave retired from Exelon Nuclear in 2023 after 35 years of experience at the Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station.

Dave held several positions at Peach Bottom that included: I&C (Instrumentation and Control) technician, Predictive Maintenance Technician, and I&C Instructor.

Dave graduated from: Millersville University with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Industrial Arts in 1983. Pennsylvania State University with an Associate in Engineering, EET (Electrical Engineering Technology) in 1988, with distinction.

Dave’s certifications included: Vibration Analyst Cat I, Thermography Level I and II, Motion Amplification, Ultrasound Level I, Baker Motor Analysis Level I, Diesel Engine Analysis Level I, INPO certified Instructor. FAA Remote Pilot Certificate, part 107 Drone.

Dave’s experience and knowledge in the power industry and predictive maintenance technologies have been utilized by MRG for its customers in the areas of troubleshooting, data collection, and program improvements.

Mark Lanius – MLA II

Senior Consultant

Mark Lanius has been with MRG since 2026 as a Senior Consultant. Mark retired in 2026 from Constellation Energy with over 40 years of experience in the Nuclear Power Industry. During his career at Constellation, Mark worked primarily at Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station while supporting Constellation as the Fleet Expert in Oil Analysis and Lubrication. Mark held several positions at Peach Bottom that included: Predictive Maintenance Technician, Sr Engineering Analyst, Component Maintenance Optimization / Equipment Reliability and Nuclear Oversight.

Mark’s certifications included: ICML MLA I and II, Analytical Ferrography, Thermography I and II, Vibration Analyst Cat II and Ultrasound Level I and II.

Mark served many years on the Steering Committee for the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) Condition Based Monitoring Users Group (CBMUG). Mark has Chaired numerous CBMUG Lubrication Workshops. Mark has presented case studies both nationally and internationally.

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