Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Innovative Solutions
Shrout Tate Wilson is a client-focused engineering firm dedicated to understanding and achieving project goals through collaborative design. With over four decades of experience, we specialize in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems for facilities of all scales. Our cross-disciplinary approach ensures seamless integration of building systems, leveraging cutting-edge Revit MEP technology. Our team of licensed professionals prioritizes sustainability, innovation, and technical excellence, serving clients in education, healthcare, distillation, and public sectors.We maintain long-term relationships with over 190 architectural partners, emphasizing transparency, responsiveness, and community impact. Our principals bring specialized expertise in high-efficiency HVAC systems, distillation engineering, and LEED-certified projects. Founded in 1981, we remain committed to delivering tailored solutions that align with client visions while upholding industry-leading standards.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Systems
Fire Suppression
Distillation Engineering
Commissioning
HVAC Design
Geothermal Systems
Energy Assessments
BIM Modeling
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Award-winning engineering with 40+ years of cross-industry expertise
- LEED-certified sustainable design specialists with Revit MEP proficiency
- Integrated commissioning services for system performance verification
- Dedicated distillation engineering division with craft spirits industry leaders
- Client-centric approach with principal-level involvement on all projects
What people say
Award-winning projects
Client-focused approach
Experienced team
Innovative designs
Community involvement
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering services encompass HVAC system design, geothermal solutions, and industrial process systems. We specialize in chilled beam technology, thermal storage, and hybrid HVAC systems for commercial and industrial applications. Our engineers optimize energy efficiency while ensuring code compliance and long-term system reliability.
Electrical Engineering
We design comprehensive electrical systems including power distribution, lighting controls, and emergency power solutions. Our expertise covers POE lighting, arc flash analysis, and low-voltage communication systems for educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities.
Distillation Engineering
Our dedicated distillation division provides process evaluation, still analysis, and utility design for craft spirits and industrial distilleries. We offer P&ID development, grain handling systems, and barrel aging facility design tailored to client production goals.
Building Information Modeling
We utilize Revit MEP for coordinated 3D modeling of building systems, enabling clash detection and construction documentation. Our BIM solutions improve project visualization, reduce errors, and enhance interdisciplinary collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
Commissioning Services
Our commissioning process validates mechanical and electrical system performance through enhanced testing protocols. We provide continuous monitoring, retro-commissioning, and thermographic analysis to ensure optimal system operation and energy efficiency.
People
E. Tyler Wilson
Principal
Principal-in-charge with 20+ years leadership experience. Specializes in MEP systems and IT infrastructure. Leads Louisville office operations and community-focused projects including historic building renovations.
Ralph L. Whitley
Principal
Mechanical engineering expert with pioneering experience in chilled beam systems. Focuses on energy-efficient HVAC solutions and net-zero ready buildings. Active in Lexington Rotary Club and Leadership Lexington alumni.
Nick Morgan
Principal
Manages mechanical and distillation departments with expertise in spirits industry projects. Brings manufacturing sector experience to architectural integration challenges. Active in ASHRAE and local community initiatives.
James Troutman
Principal
Louisville office leader with specialization in K-12 and higher education projects. Combines engineering expertise with equipment sales background to deliver client-focused solutions for public and private sector clients.
Robbie Bottoms
Principal
Specializes in educational facility design with emphasis on student impact metrics. Manages complex K-12 and university projects, focusing on how building design affects educational outcomes and community engagement.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does Shrout Tate Wilson specialize in?
We specialize in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering with additional expertise in distillation process systems and building commissioning services.
Do you work on LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team has completed multiple LEED-certified projects including Kentucky's first LEED Platinum building and the Ecofibre Limited Headquarters in Georgetown, KY.
What industries do you serve?
We serve education, healthcare, distillation, public sector, and commercial clients with specialized expertise in K-12 schools, universities, and craft spirits industry facilities.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
All our principals are licensed Professional Engineers with additional certifications including LEED AP, Certified Commissioning Authority, and Registered Communications Distribution Designer.
Do you offer BIM modeling services?
Yes, we utilize Revit MEP for coordinated 3D modeling of building systems, enabling clash detection and improved construction documentation for all project types.
What geographic areas do you service?
We primarily serve Kentucky, Southern Indiana, and South Carolina with project experience across the United States including recent work in New York and California.
