Quality Testing and Engineering, Inc. (QTE) provides geotechnical exploration, environmental/archeological consulting, and construction materials testing. QTE was founded by Michael A. Widman in April of 2000 to provide a wide variety of construction material testing, geotechnical engineering, and other development services. To better address the growing needs of clients, Mr. Jack Mutchler was hired in 2002 to manage and expand the environmental, archaeological, and wetland consulting services. The company soon gained a reputation for providing quality, timely service. Within two years of operation, QTE experienced substantial growth, which warranted additional professional staff. Mr. Wayne Smith, Soil Scientist and Mr. Eric Marlinghaus, PE joined QTE in 2002 and 2003, respectively. QTE’s excellent reputation began to earn recognition in Missouri, resulting in the opening of QTE. A regional office in Wentzville on March 1, 2006. A dedicated professional staff and state-of-the-art technology assure QTE’s ability to continue its tradition of premium service to clients. QTE technicians are ACI, MODOT, and IDOT certified. QTE stays involved in the local community. The company is a member of the Chamber of Commerce for Belleville and O’Fallon, Illinois and Wentzville, Missouri.