Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Engineering Partner in Infrastructure Excellence
At Design Engineering, we have dedicated ourselves to exceeding client expectations through tailored engineering solutions since 1984. Our team of seasoned professionals brings over four decades of expertise in hydraulic, hydrologic, bridge design, and historic preservation projects. We prioritize close collaboration with clients to transform their visions into impactful, high-quality outcomes. With 200 completed projects and $800 million in constructed value, our commitment to innovation, quality assurance, and community-sensitive design has earned us 28 industry awards.Our engineers and construction specialists combine advanced technology with rigorous analysis to deliver safe, sustainable infrastructure. We maintain transparency and accountability in every phase, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards. Our institutional knowledge, built over 40 years, drives our ability to address complex challenges in southeast Louisianas unique terrain. We remain focused on client satisfaction, employee development, and equitable practices while upholding our reputation as a trusted engineering leader.
Services
Bridge Design
Drainage Engineering
Flood Control
Structural Analysis
Sewer Systems
Water Infrastructure
Marine Engineering
Expert Witness Services
Roadway Design
Historic Renovation
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialized engineering expertise in southeast Louisiana's unique terrain.
- Our team develops innovative drainage and flood control solutions tailored to regional challenges.
- We maintain rigorous quality assurance programs meeting federal and state compliance standards.
- We collaborate closely with clients to align technical solutions with community needs.
- Our 28 industry awards recognize our commitment to engineering excellence and innovation.
What people say
Professional competence
Exceeded expectations
Technical capability
Award-winning designs
Community-sensitive solutions
Services
Bridge Design
Our bridge engineering team designs safe, durable structures for pedestrian and vehicular use across diverse terrains. We employ advanced analysis tools to create cost-effective, environmentally sustainable bridges of all sizes and materials. Our expertise spans highway interchanges, historic renovations, and marine structures.
Drainage Engineering
We develop comprehensive drainage solutions for southeast Louisiana's flat terrain challenges. Our engineers use cutting-edge technology to design efficient systems that prevent flooding while maintaining ecological balance. Services include canal improvements, stormwater management, and erosion control projects.
Flood Control
Our flood protection systems safeguard communities and infrastructure through innovative engineering. We design levees, floodwalls, and pumping stations that meet federal standards while addressing local hydrological conditions. Our solutions balance safety with environmental sustainability in vulnerable coastal areas.
Sewer Systems
We specialize in gravity and lift station sewer systems tailored to low-lying regions. Our engineers design efficient networks that overcome terrain challenges while ensuring regulatory compliance. Services include system upgrades, maintenance planning, and capacity expansion projects.
Structural Analysis
Our structural engineers evaluate and design buildings to meet safety and durability standards. We conduct thorough assessments of existing structures and develop reinforcement solutions. Services include load calculations, material testing, and seismic retrofitting for commercial, industrial, and historic properties.
People
Jim Martin
President
Dr. Jim Martin leads our engineering team with expertise in structural analysis and project management. His academic background combined with practical experience ensures technical excellence across all projects.
Beau Baudier
General Counsel
Beau Baudier oversees legal compliance and risk management, ensuring all projects meet regulatory requirements while protecting client interests through strategic legal guidance.
John Holtgreve
Executive Vice President
With decades of engineering experience, John directs major infrastructure projects, focusing on quality control and technical innovation in complex civil engineering assignments.
Alice Baudier
Founder/CEO
Alice founded DEI in 1984 and continues to shape our commitment to engineering excellence, client satisfaction, and equitable business practices across all organizational levels.
Madalyn Williams
Business Developer
Madalyn Williams builds strategic partnerships and client relationships, leveraging her business expertise to expand our community-focused engineering initiatives.
Questions
What engineering services does Design Engineering offer?
We specialize in bridge design, drainage systems, flood control, structural engineering, sewer infrastructure, and water treatment solutions tailored to southeast Louisiana's unique terrain.
How long has Design Engineering been in business?
We've provided engineering services since 1984, with our team collectively holding over 150 years of engineering experience in the region.
What makes Design Engineering different from competitors?
Our deep regional expertise in southeast Louisiana's challenging geography, combined with 40 years of proven success in complex infrastructure projects, sets us apart.
Do you handle both public and private sector projects?
Yes, we work with municipal agencies, federal entities, and private developers on infrastructure projects ranging from historic renovations to new construction.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve southeast Louisiana, including New Orleans, Jefferson Parish, St. Charles Parish, and surrounding regions with specialized engineering needs.
