Business Details
31 Years
experience
Professional Engineering Services in Reno, NV
Founded in 1995 by Wally and Nathan Robison, our firm operates under the principle of prioritizing work over corporate hierarchy. We maintain a team of licensed Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Environmental Scientists dedicated to delivering practical solutions across civil, structural, mining, and environmental sectors. Our employee-owned structure fosters accountability, with professionals holding expertise in 15+ U.S. states and Alberta, Canada.We specialize in navigating complex regulatory environments while maintaining a focus on sustainable practices and client-specific needs. Our technical staff combines over 100 years of field experience with modern technologies like unmanned aerial surveying to address challenges in remote and demanding environments.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Mining Engineering
Land Surveying
Environmental Engineering
Unmanned Aerial Survey
Water Rights
Construction Support
Planning Support
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in engineering and environmental consulting
- Our employee-owned structure ensures direct accountability to clients
- We maintain technical expertise across 15+ U.S. states and Alberta, Canada
- Our team includes certified professionals in engineering, surveying, and environmental management
- We combine traditional field experience with modern technologies like UAS surveying
Associations and certifications
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
- Certified Environmental Manager (CEM)
- Water Rights Surveyor (WRS)
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team provides comprehensive solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects across 15+ U.S. states. We manage projects from initial design through permitting and construction, specializing in utilities, roadway reconstruction, and water resources. Our licensed professionals coordinate with survey crews for topographic mapping and project staking while ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the development process.
Structural Engineering
We deliver structural design solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications including foundations, steel structures, and historic renovations. Our engineers ensure designs meet local building codes for wind, seismic, and snow loads while providing permit documentation and construction support. The team handles projects ranging from small decks to large mining facilities with expertise in concrete, wood, and steel materials.
Land Surveying
Our surveying department offers boundary surveys, construction staking, and unmanned aerial mapping services for Nevada and California projects. With over 100 years combined field experience, our licensed surveyors provide topographic mapping, water rights surveys, and GIS data collection. We support civil, mining, and environmental projects with traditional and drone-based surveying technologies.
Environmental Engineering
We balance scientific rigor with practical solutions for environmental compliance in mining, energy, and development projects. Our services include Phase I-III environmental assessments, reclamation planning, SPCC compliance, and public water system management. Certified environmental managers assist with regulatory permitting and remediation plans across Nevada and Northern California.
Mining Engineering
Our mining services cover claim staking, feasibility studies, and environmental permitting for sustainable resource extraction. We provide infrastructure design, operational compliance, and reclamation planning with expertise in Nevada's geological conditions. The team supports both new developments and existing operations with surveying, environmental compliance, and regulatory negotiation capabilities.
People
Nathan Robison
Principal Engineer, Treasurer
Licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in water rights and mining operations. Leads regulatory compliance efforts while maintaining the company's founding principles of accountability and fairness.
Julianne Zotter
President
Professional Environmental Engineer and Certified Environmental Manager specializing in field-based problem solving. Oversees environmental projects while balancing ecological concerns with industrial requirements.
Mike Smith
Senior Professional
Multi-disciplinary engineer with licenses in civil, surveying, and water rights. Provides technical mentorship while managing complex projects across Nevada and California.
Marcie Wood
Senior Environmental Specialist
Certified Environmental Manager with mining industry experience. Focuses on regulatory compliance and reclamation planning that satisfies both environmental and operational needs.
Terry Munson
Senior Mining Professional
Mining expert with 30+ years of industry experience. Specializes in operational permitting, resource estimation, and compliance with federal and state mining regulations.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does Robison Engineering offer?
We provide civil, structural, mining, environmental engineering, and land surveying services with licensed professionals across multiple states.
Do you serve both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we work with government agencies and private companies on infrastructure, mining, environmental compliance, and development projects.
Are your professionals licensed in multiple states?
Our engineers and surveyors hold licenses in 15+ U.S. states and Alberta, Canada for comprehensive project coverage.
What environmental services do you specialize in?
We offer Phase I-III environmental assessments, reclamation planning, SPCC compliance, and regulatory permitting assistance.
Can you handle remote or challenging project sites?
Our team specializes in difficult terrain with experience in Nevada's remote areas and complex regulatory environments.
