Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Multidisciplinary Engineering Design Services
Founded in 1973 by Andrew W. Booth, P.E., AWB Engineers has evolved into a multidisciplinary design firm specializing in complex engineering solutions for industrial and commercial clients. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of experience in structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design, serving projects across 25+ states. We prioritize in-house design capabilities to deliver comprehensive documentation, partnering with refrigeration and fire protection specialists to ensure complete project readiness. With LEED-certified engineers and a focus on sustainable practices, we combine technical expertise with energy-efficient solutions. Our leadership team, including principals with 30+ years of average tenure, maintains active roles in professional societies while mentoring emerging talent.Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, we address unique client challenges with tailored engineering approaches. Our staff's growth opportunities and supportive culture foster long-term relationships both internally and with clients. We serve diverse sectors including manufacturing, food processing, and commercial development with consistent quality standards. Our Salisbury, MD headquarters coordinates projects nationwide, maintaining technical excellence through continuous professional development. This commitment to expertise and client partnership has sustained our reputation for over five decades.
Services
Structural Design
Architectural Design
Plumbing Design
Electrical Design
HVAC Design
Design-Build
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of engineering experience since 1973
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals for sustainable design
- We maintain 25+ state engineering licenses for nationwide projects
- We provide full in-house design capabilities across all disciplines
- Our principals average 30+ years of industry leadership experience
Services
Structural Design
Our structural design team creates robust solutions for commercial and industrial buildings using advanced analysis techniques. We specialize in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems for manufacturing facilities and distribution centers. With 50+ years of combined experience, our engineers ensure code compliance and structural integrity across diverse project types.
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural solutions for commercial, industrial, and municipal facilities including automotive dealerships, fire stations, and religious buildings. Our architects focus on functional layouts, code compliance, and aesthetic integration with technical systems. Services include technical documentation and construction administration across multiple state jurisdictions.
HVAC Design
Our mechanical engineers design HVAC systems for commercial and industrial facilities with emphasis on energy efficiency and LEED certification. We handle complex systems for manufacturing plants, pharmaceutical facilities, and institutional buildings while maintaining coordination with plumbing and electrical systems integration.
Electrical Design
We design electrical systems for diverse facilities including lighting, power distribution, and emergency systems. Our engineers address industrial facilities' unique requirements while ensuring compliance with current standards. Services include power system analysis and integration with building automation systems.
Design-Build
Our design-build approach coordinates all engineering disciplines through single-source responsibility. We collaborate with refrigeration and fire protection specialists to deliver complete documentation packages for industrial and commercial projects. This streamlined process reduces timelines while maintaining technical accuracy across all building systems.
People
Matthew R. Smith
President
Structural engineer with 30+ years' experience leading complex projects. Licensed in 25+ states, he specializes in steel/concrete structures and mentors emerging engineers while maintaining active roles in professional societies.
Pawel S. Szczurko
Vice President
Mechanical engineer with 17+ years' expertise in HVAC systems and sustainable design. Licensed in six states, he guides clients toward LEED certification and manages industrial facility projects from concept to completion.
Layne S. Bynum
Secretary/Treasurer
Architect with 30+ years' experience designing commercial and industrial facilities. Licensed in 11 states, he specializes in technical documentation and serves on multiple professional boards while managing firm operations.
Matthew M. Morgan
Mechanical Engineer
LEED Accredited Professional with 20+ years' experience in plumbing/HVAC systems. Licensed in 15+ states, he focuses on industrial facilities and sustainable design while serving on the firm's leadership board.
Andrew W. Booth
Founder
Civil Structural Engineer who established the firm in 1973. With aerospace engineering background, he developed expertise in complex structural analysis before founding AWB Engineers to serve manufacturing and food processing clients.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does AWB Engineers offer?
We provide structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC design services through licensed professionals across multiple states.
Do you handle industrial and commercial projects?
Yes, we specialize in industrial manufacturing facilities, food processing plants, commercial buildings, and institutional projects nationwide.
Are your engineers LEED-certified?
Yes, we have LEED Accredited Professionals who implement energy-efficient solutions and guide clients toward sustainable building certifications.
How long has AWB Engineers been in business?
Our firm was founded in 1973 by Andrew W. Booth, P.E., with current leadership averaging 30+ years of industry experience.
Do you work with out-of-state clients?
We serve clients across 25+ states through our multi-jurisdiction licensed engineers and remote collaboration capabilities.
