Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Memphis, TN
Poe Engineering has provided structural engineering expertise since 2004, serving clients across Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Alabama, Wyoming, and Colorado. Our team specializes in structural design, forensic inspections, and compliance assessments for residential and commercial projects. With over 45 years of combined experience in structural design and 25 years in utility design, we deliver solutions using wood, reinforced concrete, and structural steel. Our engineers hold professional licenses in six states and prioritize client needs through precise diagnostics and repair recommendations. We maintain affiliations with leading industry organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Better Business Bureau.Our forensic engineering services support insurance claims related to fire, flood, and wind damage, while our foundation and framing inspections ensure code compliance. We serve homeowners, builders, and real estate professionals, offering photographic documentation and competitive repair bidding support. Our Memphis headquarters and satellite office in Walnut, Mississippi, reflect our growth and commitment to engineering excellence. Backed by decades of experience, we combine technical proficiency with personalized service to exceed client expectations. Our team includes registered professional engineers and certified specialists dedicated to structural integrity and safety.
Services
Structural Inspections
Foundation Framing
New Construction
Forensic Inspections
Remodel/Repair
Structural Engineering Design
Code Compliance Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Our engineers have 45+ years combined experience in structural design.
- We provide forensic engineering services for insurance claims.
- Licensed professionals operating in six U.S. states.
- Offer photographic documentation and repair recommendations.
- Affiliated with leading industry organizations like ASCE and BBB.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- American Institute of Steel Construction
- Better Business Bureau
- Registered Professional Engineers in Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Wyoming, and Colorado
Services
Structural Inspections
We conduct comprehensive structural inspections to assess building foundations and superstructures. Our engineers identify integrity issues caused by settlement, water damage, or construction defects. Clients receive detailed reports with photographic documentation and repair recommendations.
Forensic Inspections
Our forensic engineering services investigate structural failures for insurance claims. We analyze damage from fire, floods, and wind events. Reports include causation analysis and repair cost estimates to support insurance processing.
Structural Engineering Design
We design structural systems using wood, steel, and reinforced concrete for new construction. Our plans meet seismic and local building code requirements. Services include foundation design, retaining walls, and framing specifications.
Foundation Framing
We provide foundation design and inspection services for residential and commercial projects. Our engineers ensure compliance with local building codes. We also assess existing foundations for renovation projects.
Remodel/Repair
Our team evaluates existing structures for remodels and recommends repair methods. We design reinforcement solutions for defective structural members. Services include beam sizing and structural upgrade planning.
People
Kevin M. Poe
Owner/Engineer
Licensed engineer with 45+ years of structural design experience. Founded Poe Engineering in 2004 after 25 years at Memphis Light, Gas & Water. Specializes in foundation inspections and concrete design.
Luke R. Poe
Engineering Manager
Structural engineer licensed in multiple states. Manages Memphis office operations. Expertise in bridge inspections and structural failure investigations. Joined Poe Engineering in 2014.
Kevin Sieb
Field/Design Engineer
Recent University of Memphis graduate with internship experience in structural design. Joined full-time after completing civil engineering degree. Focuses on field verification and design projects.
Anthony Guess
Structural Design Engineer
Summa cum laude graduate with practical experience from internships. Specializes in structural design for new construction. Joined Poe Engineering after completing civil engineering degree in 2024.
Aiden Grimes
Design Engineer & Inspector
Civil engineer with field inspection experience. Handles structural design and on-site evaluations. Joined Poe Engineering after internships focused on wood construction and project management.
Questions
What areas do Poe Engineering serve?
We provide structural engineering services in Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Alabama, Wyoming, and Colorado.
What types of projects do you handle?
We work on residential and commercial projects including new construction, structural repairs, and forensic inspections.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes registered professional engineers licensed in six U.S. states.
Do you provide forensic engineering reports?
Yes, we offer forensic inspections with detailed reports for insurance claims related to structural damage.
