Business Details
26 Years
experience
Professional Engineering Services in Kensington, MD
Design Tech has been delivering innovative engineering solutions since 2000, specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems design. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of collective experience across diverse sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and critical facilities. We prioritize client relationships through personalized service, technical excellence, and a commitment to understanding each project's unique requirements. Our expertise extends beyond traditional design to include energy analysis, LEED certification, commissioning, and BIM services, ensuring comprehensive support for facility lifecycle needs. With offices in Kensington, MD and Leesburg, VA, we combine local market knowledge with national industry standards to optimize project outcomes. Our leadership team, including Principal Mechanical Engineer Tom Igo and Electrical Engineering Director Matt Bowers, maintains active involvement in all projects to guarantee quality control and adherence to evolving codes.We distinguish ourselves through a proven track record in retrofitting existing structures, maximizing functionality while balancing budgetary constraints. Our staff's technical proficiency and dedication to continuing education ensure clients receive cutting-edge solutions that meet modern infrastructure challenges. Through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, we continue expanding our capabilities while maintaining the personalized service that defines our client relationships. This combination of experience, adaptability, and technical mastery positions us as trusted advisors in the engineering consulting field.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Design
Plumbing Systems
Fire Suppression
LEED Certification
BIM Services
Energy Analysis
Commissioning
Retrofit Solutions
Code Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of specialized engineering expertise since 2000
- Client-focused approach with personalized project oversight
- Comprehensive services from design through commissioning
- LEED-certified professionals for sustainable solutions
- Experienced team with active PE licenses in multiple states
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensed staff
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering services encompass HVAC system design, energy efficiency optimization, and thermal comfort analysis. We specialize in creating tailored solutions for commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, and critical infrastructure. Our team ensures compliance with ASHRAE standards while balancing operational efficiency with budgetary constraints.
Electrical Design
We provide comprehensive electrical system design including power distribution, lighting solutions, and emergency backup systems. Our expertise covers medium and low voltage systems for commercial offices, healthcare facilities, and government buildings. We integrate energy-efficient technologies while maintaining code compliance and operational reliability.
Plumbing Systems
Our plumbing engineering services include water distribution, waste management, and specialized piping systems. We design efficient solutions for commercial buildings, multi-unit housing, and healthcare facilities while adhering to local plumbing codes and sustainability standards.
Fire Suppression
We design comprehensive fire protection systems including sprinkler networks, fire alarm integration, and suppression systems for commercial and critical facilities. Our solutions meet NFPA standards while considering building-specific requirements for safety and code compliance.
LEED Certification
Our LEED-certified professionals provide analysis, documentation, and system design to achieve sustainability goals. We support clients through the certification process for new construction and existing buildings, focusing on energy efficiency and environmental performance.
People
Tom Igo
Principal, Mechanical PE
With over 30 years in consulting engineering, Tom founded DesignTech in 2000. He oversees mechanical systems design and quality control, bringing expertise in commercial, data center, and healthcare facility projects.
Matt Bowers
Principal, Electrical PE
As Vice President, Matt manages electrical engineering operations with 25+ years experience. He specializes in power distribution systems, emergency generators, and healthcare facility electrical infrastructure.
Doug Kirby
Electrical Design Engineer
Experienced electrical engineer managing VA office operations, with expertise in commercial building systems design and project coordination.
Ken Poulter
Senior Plumbing Engineer
Senior plumbing design specialist with extensive experience in complex piping systems for commercial and institutional buildings, ensuring code compliance and operational efficiency.
Tom Yearwood
Mechanical Engineer, PE
Licensed mechanical engineer with diverse project experience across multiple facility types, focusing on HVAC systems optimization and energy efficiency solutions.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does DesignTech specialize in?
We specialize in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems design for commercial and critical facilities.
Do you handle both new construction and retrofit projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in both new construction and retrofitting existing buildings for modern applications.
Are your engineers LEED-certified?
Yes, we have multiple LEED Accredited Professionals on staff to support sustainable design initiatives.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate from Kensington, MD and Leesburg, VA, serving the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.
Can you assist with building code compliance?
Yes, we provide comprehensive code compliance analysis and life cycle cost assessments for all projects.
What industries do you work with?
We serve healthcare, education, government, commercial real estate, and critical infrastructure sectors.
