Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Engineering Solutions for Construction Projects
BD Engineering has been delivering practical, buildable engineering solutions for 20 years, specializing in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and refrigeration systems. Led by licensed professionals Brian Tannenhaus and Ken Fry, we serve diverse sectors including healthcare, food processing, industrial, and retail. Our client-first philosophy prioritizes thorough evaluation of both client and end-user needs, ensuring designs meet functional and maintenance requirements.With expertise in state-funded projects and prequalification from the State of New Jersey, we combine technical precision with accountability to reduce construction waste through a rigorous three-step process focused on planning, communication, and quality control.
Services
Electrical
HVAC
Plumbing
Refrigeration Design
Energy Management
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of specialized MEP engineering experience.
- Our client-first approach prioritizes end-user needs in every design.
- Ken Fry holds LEED AP certification for sustainable building practices.
- We implement a 3-step process to eliminate construction waste and delays.
- Prequalified by the State of New Jersey for public sector projects.
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- State of New Jersey, Division of Property Management and Construction
Services
Electrical Engineering
BD Engineering designs code-compliant electrical systems tailored to project-specific needs, including power distribution, lighting schemes, and emergency backup solutions. Our team coordinates with utility providers and leverages energy-efficient technologies to reduce operational costs while ensuring safety and reliability for commercial and industrial facilities.
HVAC Design
We create customized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems that balance comfort, energy efficiency, and code compliance. Our designs address humidity control, indoor air quality, and noise reduction while optimizing lifecycle costs through load calculations and strategic equipment selection for diverse building types.
Plumbing Systems
Our full-service plumbing engineering covers sanitary waste, stormwater, gas, and specialty systems. We ensure code compliance and constructability by coordinating with other trades, identifying potential conflicts early, and designing systems that minimize maintenance challenges for long-term operational efficiency.
Refrigeration Design
Specializing in refrigeration systems for food storage and retail environments, we optimize temperature and humidity control while addressing energy efficiency and regulatory compliance. Our designs incorporate redundancy, scalability, and waste heat recovery to protect product integrity and reduce operational costs.
Energy Management
We develop integrated energy management systems that reduce consumption across lighting, HVAC, and refrigeration. By commissioning controls and validating system performance, we help clients achieve significant cost savings while maintaining comfort and operational requirements for facilities operating 24/7.
People
Brian Tannenhaus
President
With over 20 years in facility engineering, Brian Tannenhaus specializes in MEP systems for commercial and industrial projects. His expertise spans design, project management, and construction support, ensuring practical solutions that align with client and end-user needs.
Kenneth Fry
Vice President
Ken Fry brings 36 years of mechanical engineering experience, including HVAC and refrigeration system design. A LEED AP-certified professional, he combines technical knowledge with construction management expertise to deliver energy-efficient, code-compliant engineering solutions for complex projects.
Questions
What engineering services does BD Engineering offer?
We provide electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and energy management engineering services for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
How long has BD Engineering been in business?
BD Engineering has delivered engineering solutions for 20 years, established in 2005.
Do you work on state-funded projects?
Yes, we're prequalified with the State of New Jersey and specialize in state-funded facility engineering projects.
What industries do you serve?
We serve healthcare, food processing, retail, industrial, childcare, educational, and office sectors.
How do you reduce construction waste?
Our 3-step process focuses on detailed planning, precise communication, and rigorous quality control to eliminate inefficiencies.
Are your engineers certified?
Yes, our team includes LEED AP-certified and licensed professional engineers with decades of industry experience.
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