WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VT, Feb 19, 2025 – Concepts NREC has announced that industry expert Hiroyoshi Shimizu will lead sales and customer relations in Japan.
Mr. Shimizu joins Concepts NREC with a deep familiarity and working knowledge of the software tools and turbomachinery design challenges they are built to overcome.
His 25 years of experience with turbomachinery design and analysis software sales, support, and engineering, along with an exhaustive understanding of the turbomachinery design process from meanline through CFD analysis, will play a significant role in clients’ onboarding and continued success.
Peter Weitzman, president, software for Concepts NREC said: “Hiro has worked with us for 25 years at various resellers and partners in Japan and is an expert on our software and services. I am thrilled to be able to bring him on as a direct staff member in Japan. Hiro will work closely with our resellers, including long-time reseller Daiichi Systems Engineering (DSE), and our customers to increase customer success and to grow our business. The hiring of Hiro shows our commitment to the Japanese turbomachinery market.”
About Concepts NREC
Established in 1956, Concepts NREC provides turbomachinery design, development, testing, manufacturing, and software solutions. Headquartered in White River Junction, VT, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including engineering design, CAE and CAM software, precision manufacturing, and educational training. Concepts NREC has developed the Agile Engineering Design System, an integrated software suite covering the entire turbomachinery design process, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial processing, medicine, and transportation. The company employs approximately 163 professionals and has been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Vermont for 2025.
