Paul Webster

Background

About Paul Webster

I'm a hands-on professional with a passion for solving problems and learning new things. My career has taken me from pioneering ultra-high pressure (UHP) hose and fitting designs to leading engineering teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives. I thrive in cross-functional environments and enjoy collaborating across disciplines to make meaningful progress.As an engineer, I specialized in designing UHP hose and fluid connectors with working pressures up to psi. Many of my designs are still in use today, and I’m proud to have contributed to the industry's evolution. I served on the board of the Water Jetting & Technology Association, where I proposed the current color coding scheme for UHP hoses and acted as Secretary. I’ve led numerous product evaluations and failure analyses, earning recognition as a subject matter expert in ultra-high-pressure (UHP) hose safety and design. My published work is grounded in rigorous empirical testing, real-world application insights, and continuous innovation.Later in my career, I transitioned into engineering management, overseeing teams of engineers, technicians, and shop floor personnel. I helped define quality assurance procedures, manufacturing cell requirements, and facility layouts. My interest in continuous improvement led me to develop lean strategies and facilitate kaizen, 2P/3P events. I enjoy guiding high-performance teams to achieve measurable results and lasting impact.Whether I’m diving into technical challenges or leading process improvements, I bring energy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to everything I do.