Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Katy, TX
GAP Engineering was founded in 2004 with a vision to revolutionize automation engineering through innovation and simplicity. Our team combines over 300 man-years of collective experience in engineering, construction, and inspection services, serving both private and public sectors. We specialize in delivering turn-key solutions for automation, control systems, and construction projects, prioritizing client communication and risk reduction. Our expertise spans process industries, with a focus on optimizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we execute projects nationwide, supported by a reputation for reliability and technical excellence.Our staff includes seasoned professionals with deep operational experience, ensuring complex challenges are resolved effectively. We pride ourselves on repeat business and referrals, reflecting our commitment to exceeding client expectations. With certifications like ISO 9001 in our fabrication partners, we maintain rigorous quality standards. Our leadership in automation projects exceeding $500 million demonstrates our capability to handle large-scale endeavors. We remain dedicated to simplifying automation while maintaining the highest standards of project execution.
Services
Automation Engineering
Construction Management
NDE Inspection
Data Migration
Project Management
Fabrication Services
Control Systems
Turnkey Projects
Plant Historians
Systems Integration
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 17 years of specialized expertise in automation and industrial engineering.
- Our team includes senior professionals with proven experience in $500M+ projects.
- We implement ISO 9001-certified processes through trusted fabrication partners.
- Our client-centric approach ensures transparent communication and tailored solutions.
- We guarantee on-time, on-budget delivery with a 100% safety record in recent projects.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Completed on time and on budget
Instrumental to the success
Highly recommend for automation projects
Responsive to daily troubleshooting needs
Perfectly suited to satisfy system demands
Services
Automation Engineering
We design and implement advanced automation solutions for industrial processes. Our expertise includes DCS, PLC, and historian systems integration. With 17 years of experience, we deliver scalable solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce maintenance costs for clients across energy and manufacturing sectors.
NDE Inspection
Our certified inspectors provide API and CWI-compliant testing for industrial assets. Services include ultrasonic thickness, magnetic particle, and radiographic testing. We support turnarounds, new construction, and compliance assessments, ensuring asset integrity while minimizing downtime for oil and gas and chemical processing clients.
Turnkey Construction
We manage full-cycle construction projects from concept to commissioning. Our services include FEL studies, detailed design, and construction management. With integrated engineering and field teams, we deliver complex projects on time and within budget for industrial and government clients nationwide.
Data Migration
We specialize in migrating legacy data to modern control systems. Our services include SPI/Intools data management, historian integration, and database administration. We ensure seamless transitions with minimal operational disruption for process industries upgrading their automation infrastructure.
Project Management
Our PMP-certified managers oversee all project phases using proven methodologies. We provide risk assessment, scheduling, and cost control for automation and construction projects. With deep technical expertise, we ensure alignment between client objectives and project outcomes across complex industrial environments.
People
Mike Homma
President
Chemical Engineer with 30+ years in process control and automation. Founded GAP in 2003 after extensive experience with systems like OSIsoft PI and Emerson Delta V. Holds multiple industry certifications.
Usman Farooq
Senior Project Engineering Manager
PMP-certified leader with 11 years managing complex automation projects. Expert in Honeywell and Rockwell systems. Recognized for risk mitigation and team leadership while maintaining perfect safety records.
Mark Homma
Vice President
Chemical Engineer with 13 years specializing in process control and system integration. Key specialist in DCS and virtualization platforms. Oversees technical execution of major automation initiatives.
Noriel Atienza
Senior I&E Designer
Electrical Engineer with 20+ years designing instrumentation and control systems. Proficient in AutoCAD and multiple DCS platforms. Provides technical leadership for complex system designs.
Michelle Cloud
Client Services Director
Manages client relations and business development with 4 years at GAP. Oversees financial operations and proposal generation while ensuring alignment with client strategic goals.
Questions
What industries does GAP Engineering serve?
We serve oil and gas, refining, chemicals, and public sector clients nationwide.
What certifications does GAP hold?
Our fabrication partners maintain ISO 9001 certification for quality management.
Can GAP handle large-scale automation projects?
Yes, our team has managed automation projects exceeding $500 million.
How does GAP ensure project efficiency?
We use proprietary tools and methodologies to reduce complexity and implementation time.
Is GAP an approved Main Automation Contractor?
Yes, we are recognized as a qualified Main Automation Contractor (MAC) candidate.
