Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted MEP Engineering Partner in Cleveland
Tes Engineering is a Cleveland-based Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering firm with over 50 professionals dedicated to solving client challenges through innovative solutions. Our team prioritizes relationship-building, viewing engineering as more than technical calculations by aligning with client goals for efficiency, value, and intelligence. Certified in 49 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico, we deliver comprehensive services including MEP design, energy audits, construction support, and system renovations.Our collaborative approach combines technical expertise with hands-on experience to maintain cost-effectiveness and quality across diverse projects. Guided by core principles of smart thinking and technical growth, we avoid cookie-cutter solutions, instead creating tailored systems that adapt to project-specific needs. With a track record of serving nationally branded clients in retail, hospitality, and development sectors, we emphasize transparency, problem-solving, and long-term partnerships to ensure client success.
Services
MEP Design
Energy Audits
Construction Support
System Renovations
Project Management
Tenant Coordination
Facility Upgrades
Code Compliance
Equipment Replacement
Building Systems Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of specialized MEP engineering experience across 49 states
- Our team holds professional registrations in all 50 states and territories
- We implement a collaborative, client-centric design process with cost-saving expertise
- Our engineers provide hands-on construction phase support nationwide
- We maintain active affiliations with leading engineering and energy authorities
Services
MEP Design
Our MEP design services create integrated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems tailored to each project's unique requirements. With 30+ years of experience, we deliver code-compliant solutions that optimize energy efficiency and operational performance while maintaining strict budget parameters. Our collaborative approach ensures seamless coordination between architectural and structural elements.
Energy Audits
Comprehensive energy audits identify cost-saving opportunities through system optimization and technology upgrades. Our engineers evaluate existing building systems to develop strategic implementation plans that reduce energy consumption while maintaining occupant comfort and operational requirements across commercial and institutional facilities.
Construction Support
We provide continuous construction phase services including site reviews, submittal evaluations, and coordination meetings. Our team ensures adherence to design specifications while addressing field changes efficiently. This hands-on approach maintains project timelines and budget integrity across complex multi-state developments and renovations.
System Renovations
Modernization of aging MEP systems improves reliability and efficiency in existing facilities. Our engineers develop phased replacement plans that minimize operational disruption while meeting current codes. This includes HVAC retrofits, electrical panel upgrades, and plumbing system optimizations for commercial buildings and institutional campuses.
Project Management
End-to-end project management ensures seamless execution from concept through completion. Our certified professionals coordinate all stakeholders, maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, and implement quality control measures. This comprehensive approach delivers complex projects on time and within budget while maintaining strict performance standards.
People
Larry Thomas
President/Principal
Larry leads Tes Engineering with strategic vision, focusing on purpose-driven growth that positively impacts clients and communities through innovative engineering solutions.
Steve Chase
Executive Vice President/Principal
Steve brings extensive technical expertise and client relationship management experience, ensuring project excellence while maintaining T/E/S's commitment to exceptional service delivery.
Dan Jackson
Director of Project Management
Dan oversees national project execution, leveraging his engineering background to solve complex challenges while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
Nick Gingerich
Director of Mechanical Engineering
Nick leads mechanical engineering operations, emphasizing continuous learning and client investment in projects ranging from institutional renovations to commercial developments.
Don Vath
Director of Electrical Engineering
Don directs electrical engineering services, applying technical expertise to complex systems while maintaining focus on client needs and project-specific requirements.
Questions
What engineering services does T/E/S offer?
We provide comprehensive MEP engineering, energy audits, construction support, system renovations, and project management services for commercial and institutional clients.
In which states are you licensed to work?
Our engineers hold professional registrations in all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico, enabling nationwide project execution.
How do you handle multi-state projects?
We leverage our 49-state certifications and centralized project management approach to maintain consistency, quality control, and regulatory compliance across all locations.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on retail, hospitality, multi-family housing, institutional facilities, and commercial developments with tailored engineering solutions.
Can you assist with building system upgrades?
Yes, our team specializes in modernizing aging MEP systems while minimizing operational disruption through phased implementation strategies.
How do you ensure project quality control?
We implement rigorous review processes at every stage, including construction phase oversight, submittal evaluations, and final system commissioning.
