Business Details
Comprehensive Engineering Solutions for Healthcare & Commercial Projects
BWK Engineering is a dedicated firm providing comprehensive engineering solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of each project. Our expertise spans Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Technology Design services, delivered through a collaborative approach that emphasizes innovation and client satisfaction. With a team of seasoned professionals and licensed engineers, we bring decades of experience in designing high-reliability systems for healthcare, educational, industrial, and commercial facilities.Our integration of Building Information Management (BIM) and LEED-accredited expertise ensures sustainable and efficient outcomes. We prioritize transparent communication and ethical practices, fostering long-term relationships with clients through consistent, reliable service. Since joining Salas OBrien in June 2025, we continue to operate under the same leadership, combining resources to enhance our capabilities while maintaining our commitment to excellence in every project phasefrom initial consultation to final delivery.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Systems
Plumbing Design
Fire Protection
Technology Design
Building Information Management
Commissioning
Energy Audits
Master Planning
LEED Certification
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of electrical engineering expertise in high-reliability power systems.
- LEED accredited professionals ensure sustainable and energy-efficient designs.
- Collaborative team approach integrates client needs throughout the project lifecycle.
- Specialized experience in healthcare facility design and data center infrastructure.
- Custom solutions tailored to unique project requirements with modern design tools.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Mechanical Engineering
BWK Engineering designs advanced heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and dehumidification systems tailored to healthcare, industrial, and commercial facilities. Our expertise ensures energy efficiency, regulatory compliance, and seamless integration with building automation systems. Clients benefit from optimized indoor environments and long-term operational savings.
Electrical Systems
We provide comprehensive electrical design for lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, and emergency power generation. Our solutions prioritize reliability, safety, and efficiency in healthcare facilities, data centers, and commercial buildings. Services include arc flash analysis and medium voltage system design to meet critical infrastructure needs.
Building Information Management
Our BIM services use advanced modeling to coordinate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, reducing conflicts during construction. This technology enhances project accuracy, cost control, and collaboration, ensuring alignment with client goals and industry standards.
Commissioning
BWK Engineering conducts rigorous commissioning to verify system performance in new or existing buildings. This process ensures systems operate as designed, improving efficiency, occupant comfort, and adherence to sustainability goals through detailed testing and documentation.
Energy Audits
We evaluate energy use and identify savings opportunities through detailed audits. Our recommendations reduce operational costs and environmental impact by optimizing systems like lighting, HVAC, and power distribution while maintaining functional performance.
People
Thomas A. Bandwen
President
With over 30 years in electrical engineering, Thomas leads design for healthcare facilities and data centers. A licensed PE and NSPE member, he specializes in high-reliability power systems and client collaboration.
Kevin P. Kindbom
Vice President
Kevin, a licensed PE and LEED AP, has 17 years in mechanical engineering. He focuses on HVAC and fire protection systems for healthcare and commercial projects, emphasizing sustainability and community engagement.
Questions
What engineering services does BWK Engineering offer?
We specialize in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology design, along with BIM, commissioning, energy audits, and LEED-certified solutions for diverse industries.
How does BWK Engineering ensure project success?
By fostering collaboration among clients, designers, and contractors while leveraging 30+ years of expertise and advanced tools like BIM to meet project-specific needs.
What industries does BWK Engineering serve?
We focus on healthcare, educational, institutional, commercial, industrial, and data center projects, delivering tailored solutions for each sector.
Is BWK Engineering part of a larger network?
Yes, we joined Salas OBrien in 2025, enhancing our resources while maintaining our independent leadership and client-centric approach.
How does BWK Engineering handle unique project challenges?
Our team creates custom solutions using innovative design strategies and decades of experience in complex systems like medical gas piping and emergency power generation.
