ENGLEMAN HEADS RSPA
Ellen G. Engleman, who was confirmed by the Senate on Sept. 21, was sworn in this week as the new administrator for the U.S. Transportation Department’s Research and Special Programs Administration.
Prior to her appointment, Engleman served as president and chief executive officer of Electricore, Inc., a non-profit research and development consortium which develops advanced transportation and energy technologies through federal private and public partnerships.
As head of RSPA, Engleman will serve as chief executive of an agency responsible for conducting transportation research; advancing intermodal transportation technology; protecting the public from dangers of hazardous materials transport; assuring safety and environmental risks are addressed; providing oversight during transportation emergencies; and delivering training and technical assistance in transportation safety.