Business Details
Expert MEP Engineering Solutions for Building Systems
JDB Engineering has been delivering innovative mechanical, electrical, and process engineering solutions for the building industry for over four decades. Our team of licensed professionals combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to address complex challenges across healthcare, higher education, commercial, manufacturing, and food processing sectors. We specialize in MEP engineering, fire protection systems, lighting design, and sustainable building practices, ensuring each project meets functional, safety, and environmental standards. Our collaborative approach prioritizes client relationships, risk mitigation, and tailored solutions that align with project-specific goals. With department managers specializing in mechanical and electrical engineering, we provide comprehensive services from concept through construction administration.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our work on critical infrastructure, energy-efficient systems, and code-compliant designs that enhance building performance. We support clients through capacity analysis, commissioning, and troubleshooting while integrating advanced technologies like BIM and LEED-certified strategies. Our experience spans HVAC systems, plumbing engineering, and industrial utilities, addressing both new construction and facility upgrades. By maintaining intentional leadership and diverse expertise, we ensure responsive service delivery across diverse market sectors. This dedication positions us as a trusted partner for technically demanding building projects.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Engineering
Lighting Design
Fire Protection Engineering
Process Engineering
Building Information Modeling
LEED Design
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized MEP engineering experience
- Comprehensive services across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
- LEED-certified sustainable design expertise
- Collaborative approach with dedicated department managers
- Proven track record in healthcare and industrial facilities
Services
Mechanical Engineering
We design comprehensive mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water plants, and industrial ventilation for new buildings and infrastructure upgrades. Our services cover energy audits, commissioning, and code compliance for commercial and industrial facilities. With expertise in thermal storage and clean room environments, we deliver solutions that optimize comfort, efficiency, and operational performance across diverse building types.
Electrical Engineering
Our electrical engineering services include power distribution, emergency systems, and lighting design for complex facilities. We specialize in arcflash analysis, UPS systems, and technology infrastructure across healthcare and industrial settings. From code compliance evaluations to construction administration, our team ensures reliable, safe, and energy-efficient electrical systems integration for mission-critical environments.
Fire Protection Engineering
We develop customized fire protection systems including wet/dry sprinklers, clean agent suppression, and smoke evacuation solutions. Our designs address specific occupancy hazards while meeting life safety requirements for commercial, healthcare, and industrial facilities. We provide comprehensive fire pump specifications and on-site water storage planning to ensure code-compliant, reliable fire safety systems.
Plumbing Engineering
Our plumbing engineering covers domestic water, storm drainage, and medical gas systems for commercial and industrial buildings. Services include compressed air audits, rainwater harvesting, and code-compliant medical gas storage solutions. We provide complete design and commissioning services for sustainable water conservation systems and industrial process utilities integration.
Lighting Design
We create functional and aesthetic lighting solutions for interior and exterior environments including sports facilities, retail spaces, and houses of worship. Our services integrate dimming controls, energy studies, and historic preservation requirements. From natatorium lighting to theatrical stage design, we balance visual comfort with energy efficiency across diverse architectural contexts.
People
Timothy Warren
President
As President, Timothy Warren leads JDB Engineering's strategic direction with over 40 years of MEP engineering experience. He oversees project execution and client relationships while maintaining professional licensure in multiple states.
Thomas E Leary
Executive Vice President
Thomas Leary serves as Executive Vice President, managing complex engineering projects and technical operations. With extensive healthcare facility expertise, he ensures code compliance and innovative system integration across the firm's portfolio.
Jeffrey W. Pauley
Vice President
Jeffrey Pauley, as Vice President, focuses on commercial and industrial projects. He specializes in process engineering solutions and coordinates multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically complex systems within budget and schedule constraints.
Dan F Hanley
Mechanical Department Manager
Dan Hanley leads the mechanical engineering team, specializing in HVAC systems and energy-efficient building solutions. He oversees technical quality control and mentors engineers on sustainable design practices and system optimization.
Brian E Pitzer
Electrical Department Manager
Brian Pitzer directs electrical engineering operations, focusing on power systems and technology infrastructure. He ensures cutting-edge solutions for emergency power, data networks, and code-compliant electrical designs across all market sectors.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does JDB offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, lighting design, and process engineering services for commercial, healthcare, and industrial buildings.
Do you handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience in LEED/Sustainable Design, integrating energy-efficient systems and environmentally responsible engineering solutions across all project types.
What markets do you specialize in?
We focus on healthcare facilities, higher education institutions, commercial buildings, manufacturing plants, and food processing facilities with tailored engineering solutions.
How do you approach complex system integration?
We use BIM technology and collaborative design processes to coordinate MEP systems, ensuring seamless integration with architectural and structural components throughout the project lifecycle.
Can you support both new construction and renovations?
Yes, we handle new buildings, major infrastructure upgrades, and equipment retrofits with specialized expertise in system modernization and facility expansion projects.
What makes your engineering approach unique?
Our combination of 40+ years' experience, departmental specialization, and creative problem-solving delivers technically rigorous yet innovative solutions tailored to each project's specific needs.
