We empower forward-looking teams through engineering intelligence that scales.

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LucidBox Engineering & Consulting Ltd. was founded by four partners with a shared vision: to build an engineering firm that merges technical excellence with forward-thinking creativity.

With backgrounds in software, electrical systems, and strategy, we deliver high-impact solutions at the intersection of innovation and execution.

Jon Bichel

P.Eng. • M.Eng.
Chief Executive Officer

Jon is a product-focused executive and engineer with deep experience bringing complex technologies to market. He has led the development of systems spanning energy, IoT, robotics, and cloud platforms. His strengths lie in strategic leadership, technical architecture, and building high-performing teams that deliver real-world impact.

Bud Wandinger

P.Eng.
Chief Operating Officer

Bud is a professional engineer with a background in business management, product development, and systems engineering. At LucidBox, he leads operations, finance, and organizational strategy, drawing on experience launching IoT and cloud platform products in the energy and remote systems sectors. Bud bridges technical depth with business execution, ensuring that engineering innovation is matched by operational clarity and long-term growth.

Caleb John

M.Sc.
Chief Research Officer

Caleb is a software engineer and researcher with over a decade of experience across programming, energy systems, and AI. He leads R&D at LucidBox, with a focus on innovation and long-term value creation. His background includes forecasting algorithms, quantum communications, and open-source mentorship.

Jules LaPrairie

P.Eng. • M.Eng.
Chief Innovation Officer

Jules is an engineering leader with a focus on product strategy, software design, and technical innovation. He combines strong engineering fundamentals with a user-centered approach, driving the development of intuitive, high-quality solutions. At LucidBox, he leads cross-functional teams to deliver products that balance technical rigor with thoughtful design.

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We combine classical engineering discipline with agile thinking. Whether launching a new product or solving a hard system problem, we bring clarity, rigor, and speed to every engagement.

Systems Thinking

We approach each problem holistically, designing solutions that consider both immediate needs and long-term implications.

Iterative Development

We use adaptive, feedback-driven processes to move quickly without sacrificing quality.

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Our engineers integrate seamlessly across hardware, software, and strategic domains.

Outcome-Oriented Execution

We focus on measurable results—whether that's a working prototype, a launched product, or a strategic plan.