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Jacob Liss, P.E.
Founder,  Chief Executive Officer

Jacob is a project execution specialist and licensed mechanical engineer with nearly two decades of experience delivering large-scale EPC projects worldwide. Jacob’s career spans leadership roles in mining, renewable energy, and commercial projects worldwide, valued over one billion dollars. He has extensive on-site expertise in bridging engineering, procurement, and construction. He founded Dureza in 2025 with a vision to build an EPCM firm focused on helping clients turn ideas into assets through lean, value-driven project execution. Known for his ability to align technical precision with business outcomes, he brings proven success in managing complex projects from concept through commissioning.

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Education

  • B.S. Mechanical Engineering

      The University of Vermont, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, Burlington, VT

      Class of 2006

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Licenses and Certifications

  • California Professional Engineer (M37731)

  • Texas Professional Engineer (124213)

 

Languages

  • English

  • Spanish

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