Business Details
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Cranberry Township, PA
Tunstall Engineering Group is a structural engineering firm specializing in transportation infrastructure with decades of combined experience across our leadership team. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle from conceptual design to construction engineering, with a particular focus on complex bridge projects requiring innovative solutions. We serve both public agencies and private contractors, offering specialized services in steel and concrete girder erection, bridge demolition, truss rehabilitation, and support of excavation systems. Our team's unique value stems from deep technical knowledge in 3D finite element analysis and hands-on construction experience, ensuring designs are both technically sound and constructible.We maintain rigorous quality control processes, with all deliverables undergoing multi-engineer review to guarantee accuracy and reliability. Our capabilities extend to design-build and alternate-design projects, where we act as prime consultants leveraging Pennsylvania pre-qualification and a proven track record of successful project delivery. Through continuous technical publication and conference participation, we remain at the forefront of bridge engineering advancements while maintaining practical field-tested approaches to complex construction challenges.
Services
Structural Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Bridge Design
Steel Girder Erection
Bridge Demolition
Truss Rehabilitation
Excavation Support
Bridge Jacking
Design-Build Projects
Finite Element Analysis
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of combined experience in complex bridge engineering projects
- Specialized expertise in 3D finite element analysis for structural verification
- Comprehensive quality control with multi-engineer review processes
- Unique combination of design and construction-phase engineering capabilities
- Proven track record with Pennsylvania pre-qualified design-build projects
Services
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering services for transportation infrastructure, specializing in steel and concrete bridge systems. Our engineers utilize advanced analytical tools for load calculations and stability verification while maintaining practical construction considerations. Services include finite element modeling, member analysis, and development of detailed erection procedures for complex bridge geometries.
Bridge Rehabilitation
Our bridge rehabilitation expertise covers truss systems, steel girders, and concrete structures. We conduct detailed structural assessments using 3D modeling to identify strengthening requirements and develop efficient repair methodologies. This includes gusset plate analysis, member replacement planning, and implementation of temporary support systems during rehabilitation phases.
Construction Engineering
We deliver specialized construction engineering services including erection planning, demolition sequencing, and temporary support system design. Our team develops detailed construction methodologies verified through structural analysis to ensure safety and constructibility for complex projects like bridge jacking and lateral sliding installations.
Finite Element Analysis
Our engineers employ advanced finite element analysis for structural verification during design and construction phases. This includes stability analysis for long-span girders, stress evaluation during erection stages, and development of temporary bracing solutions. The analysis ensures compliance with safety standards while optimizing structural performance.
Design-Build Projects
We serve as prime consultants for design-build transportation projects, combining permanent structure design with construction engineering. Our Pennsylvania pre-qualification enables efficient project delivery with integrated wall and bridge design solutions. We provide cost-effective alternatives while maintaining technical rigor throughout the project lifecycle.
People
Shawn Tunstall
President
With over 20 years of structural engineering experience, Shawn leads bridge design and rehabilitation projects. His expertise spans from initial concept through construction, including complex curved steel girder erection and historic truss bridge preservation. He has presented at multiple international bridge conferences.
Brodie Claybaugh
Senior Structural Engineer
Brodie brings 18 years of bridge design experience with specialization in jacking procedures and steel erection. His practical knowledge includes critical lift planning and field implementation of complex structural systems, gained through both design and hands-on construction roles.
Peter Quinn
Senior Structural Engineer
Peter has 15 years of bridge engineering experience, focusing on construction support and design. He specializes in excavation support systems and has led erection engineering for challenging projects like the Hulton Bridge strand jacking operation across the Allegheny River.
Jarid Antonio
Senior Structural Engineer
Jarid specializes in design-build projects with expertise in complex steel structures. He has developed optimized solutions for long-span bridges and presented technical papers on CSVT River Bridge design and emergency jacking systems for fire-damaged components.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in structural and geotechnical engineering for transportation infrastructure, including bridge design, rehabilitation, construction engineering, and finite element analysis for complex systems.
Do you handle both design and construction-phase engineering?
Yes, we provide full lifecycle services from conceptual design through construction engineering, with specialized expertise in developing constructible solutions for complex projects.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Pennsylvania, we serve projects across the state including Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg areas, with capabilities extending to multi-state projects.
Are you qualified for design-build projects?
Yes, we're pre-qualified in Pennsylvania to serve as prime consultants for design-build transportation projects, combining permanent structure design with construction engineering expertise.
What makes your bridge rehabilitation approach unique?
Our approach combines 3D finite element analysis with practical construction experience to develop efficient repair methodologies while maintaining structural integrity during rehabilitation phases.
