Savanah Aton promoted to Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer

Cheryl Love • October 29, 2026

Smith Miller Associates is pleased to announce the promotion of Savanah Aton to Plumbing & Fire Protection Department Head and Senior Associate.

In her expanded role, Savanah will provide leadership for SMA’s plumbing and fire protection team while continuing to support the firm’s clients and projects.

We’re proud to recognize this important milestone and look forward to Savanah’s continued growth and leadership at Smith Miller Associates.

Congratulations, Savanah, on this well-deserved promotion!


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