Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions for Industrial & Commercial Projects
Founded in 2001, Downs Engineering has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions tailored to client priorities. Our team of licensed engineers, designers, and support staff specialize in structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, serving both public and private sectors. We prioritize timely, budget-conscious project completion while maintaining transparency and fostering long-term client relationships.With expertise in industrial facilities, infrastructure, and commercial buildings, we combine over two decades of field experience with a commitment to safety and technical excellence. Our clients, including government agencies and Fortune 500 companies, consistently recognize our dedication to exceeding expectations through meticulous design and construction oversight.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
HVAC Design
ARC Flash Studies
Industrial Plant Design
Road and Bridge Design
Building Design
Pond Design
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over two decades of civil/structural design and field construction experience.
- Our team consists of licensed engineers with expertise in industrial facilities.
- We guarantee on-time, within-budget project delivery with full transparency.
- Our safety-first approach has maintained incident-free operations on client sites.
- We serve 12 U.S. states with proven expertise in complex engineering challenges.
What people say
Highest recommendation
Trustworthiness
Safe actions on sites
Longterm relationship
Exceeding expectations
Services
Structural Engineering
We specialize in structural design for multi-story industrial buildings, pipe racks, and foundations. Our engineers create safe, code-compliant solutions for steel structures, motor control centers, and tank foundations. With expertise in both commercial and industrial applications, we ensure structural integrity while optimizing cost-efficiency for projects ranging from warehouses to chemical plants.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services cover roadways, bridges, subdivisions, and industrial site layouts. We design oxidation ponds, rail systems, and trailer parks while adhering to municipal regulations. From concept to construction oversight, we deliver durable infrastructure solutions tailored to both public and private sector needs across diverse geographic regions.
Mechanical Engineering
We provide mechanical engineering for commercial and industrial HVAC systems. Our team conducts ARC flash studies and designs equipment layouts that meet safety standards. With focus on energy efficiency and operational requirements, we deliver mechanical solutions for new constructions and facility upgrades in manufacturing and processing environments.
Electrical Engineering
Our electrical engineering services include industrial control systems and facility power distribution. We perform comprehensive ARC flash analyses to meet insurance requirements while designing electrical systems for new constructions and retrofits. Our solutions ensure reliable power management for commercial buildings and heavy industrial operations.
Project Management
We manage engineering projects from initial design through completion, maintaining strict budget and timeline controls. Our team coordinates with architects, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless execution. With proven experience in chemical plants and refineries, we deliver turnkey solutions that balance technical precision with operational practicality.
People
Brent L. Downs
President
Brent Downs, a licensed Professional Engineer with 25+ years of experience, specializes in structural design for industrial facilities. Former U.S. Air Force munitions specialist and Louisiana Tech graduate, he has led 38+ projects for Weyerhaeuser across three states. His expertise includes foundation design, steel structures, and field construction oversight.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across Louisiana, Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.
What engineering disciplines do you offer?
We provide structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering services with specialized expertise in industrial facilities and infrastructure projects.
How experienced is your team?
Our engineers have over two decades of combined experience in industrial design, including 38+ projects for major clients like Weyerhaeuser since 2001.
Do you handle both design and construction oversight?
Yes, we manage projects from initial concept through completion, ensuring designs meet safety standards and budget requirements during construction.
What safety measures do you implement?
We maintain a safety-first culture with incident-free operations on plant sites, prioritizing OSHA compliance and risk mitigation during fieldwork.