Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted MEP Engineering Services in Omaha, NE
Schnackel Engineers has been at the forefront of MEP, fire protection, and IT engineering design since 1968. Our team of certified engineers leverages proprietary AI-powered software to deliver high-efficiency solutions that reduce project risks and costs while maintaining exceptional quality. With over five decades of experience, we serve diverse sectors including retail, healthcare, and government facilities, combining technical expertise with a commitment to innovation.Our nationwide presence and state certifications ensure code compliance and continuity for clients across North America. By automating complex design tasks through AI, we enable our engineers to focus on optimizing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability for every project.
Services
Mechanical Design
Electrical System Design
Plumbing Design
Fire & Life Safety Design
Data & Telecom Design
Sustainable Building Design
Point Cloud Technology
Commissioning Services
Energy Studies
BIM Modeling
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Our AI-powered design software reduces MEP construction costs by up to 37%
- 50+ years of engineering experience with nationwide licensing in all 50 states
- Certified engineers specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
- Proven track record in healthcare, retail, and mixed-use development projects
- Integrated BIM modeling and virtual reality technologies for precision design
Associations and certifications
- NICET
What people say
Quality of work
Thoroughness
Attention to detail
Timely delivery
Cost-effective solutions
Services
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical design services utilize AI-optimized technology to create right-sized HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial spaces. We specialize in central plant systems, geothermal heat exchange, and clean room environments while reducing material waste by up to 37%. With 50 years of experience, our engineers ensure thermal comfort compliance and energy efficiency across retail, healthcare, and mixed-use developments.
Electrical System Design
We deliver comprehensive electrical design solutions including power distribution, emergency systems, and lighting controls. Our AI technology automates conduit routing and load calculations while maintaining energy efficiency standards. From single-tenant spaces to multi-million square foot developments, our NICET-certified engineers ensure code compliance and reduced carbon footprint across all project types.
Plumbing Design
Our plumbing design services feature 3D Gravity Piping Systems software for optimized DWV layouts. We specialize in domestic water systems, storm drainage, and medical gas distribution while minimizing construction revisions. The AI-enhanced process reduces labor costs by automating pipe sizing and routing for commercial, industrial, and healthcare facilities of all scales.
Fire & Life Safety Design
We provide full-spectrum fire protection design including sprinkler systems, alarm integration, and smoke control solutions. Our NICET-certified team delivers hydraulically calculated designs and code-compliant life safety reports. Using AI technology, we optimize system layouts for reduced material costs while maintaining compliance with NFPA and local jurisdictional requirements.
Data & Telecom Design
Our data and telecommunications design covers fiber optics, Wi-Fi heat mapping, and security systems. We create scalable network infrastructure for data centers, campus-wide systems, and VoIP solutions. Leveraging our IT department's expertise, we ensure secure, high-performance connectivity solutions that integrate seamlessly with MEP systems in commercial and institutional buildings.
People
Gregory R. Schnackel
President and CEO
Leading Schnackel Engineers as President and CEO, Gregory Schnackel drives strategic growth while maintaining the firm's founding commitment to engineering excellence and client satisfaction.
Melvin W. Smeall
Senior Vice President, Operations
Melvin Smeall oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient project delivery across Schnackel Engineers' national footprint while maintaining quality control standards established since 1968.
William R. Breese
Vice President, Mechanical Engineering
As Vice President of Mechanical Engineering, William Breese leads HVAC system design initiatives, combining technical expertise with AI-powered optimization for commercial developments nationwide.
Jason A. Rohe
Vice President, Electrical Engineering
Jason Rohe directs electrical system design operations, specializing in power distribution and energy-efficient lighting solutions for complex institutional and industrial projects.
Shawn R. Preitauer
Sr. Vice President, Technology
Shawn Preitauer leads technology innovation, developing AI-powered design tools that reduce project costs while maintaining Schnackel Engineers' reputation for technical excellence.
Questions
What makes Schnackel Engineers' design process unique?
Our proprietary AI-powered software automates complex MEP design tasks, reducing material costs by up to 37% while maintaining code compliance and quality standards.
In which states are Schnackel Engineers licensed?
We hold engineering licenses in all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, and major Canadian provinces for nationwide project coverage.
What project types does Schnackel Engineers specialize in?
We serve retail, healthcare, mixed-use developments, industrial facilities, and government projects with customized MEP and fire protection design solutions.
How does Schnackel use AI in engineering design?
Our AI technology automates routing and sizing of MEP systems, allowing engineers to focus on optimizing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability for each project.
What certifications do Schnackel's engineers hold?
Our team includes NICET-certified fire protection specialists and LEED Accredited Professionals with expertise in sustainable building design practices.
How does Schnackel handle multi-state projects?
With licenses in all 50 states and a centralized code comment database, we ensure consistent design standards and streamlined permitting across state lines.
