Richard A. Davis has been named director of service at Waukesha Engine Division, Dresser Industries Inc. In this capacity, he is responsible for all international and domestic field service activities, warranty administration, dealer service development, and service training.

Mr. Davis has been the division's director of construction and industrial equipment engine sales since 1977. He joined the company in 1974 as central regional manager. A 20-year veteran of the engine business, he has held a number of service, parts, and marketing positions with Ford Motor Company, Perkins Engines, Inc., Detroit Diesel Allison Division of General Motors, and Isuzu Motors Ltd., as well as Waukesha.

Waukesha Engine is a manufacturer of heavy-duty diesel and gas engines for the marine, petroleum, off-highway vehicle and power generation markets.