Business Details
26 Years
experience
Expert Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Solutions
Design Tech was founded in 2000 with a mission to deliver innovative engineering solutions tailored to client needs. Our expertise spans mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression system design for diverse sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and critical facilities. We prioritize client relationships through responsive service, technical excellence, and a commitment to optimizing project outcomes. Our team combines decades of experience with a forward-thinking approach to address complex design challenges. With offices in Kensington, MD, and Leesburg, VA, we provide localized support while maintaining a national perspective.Our leadership team, including industry veterans with over 30 years of combined experience, ensures rigorous quality control and strategic oversight. We specialize in retrofitting existing structures, leveraging this foundation to maximize efficiency in new applications. Services extend beyond design to include feasibility studies, energy analysis, commissioning, and BIM solutions. Our client roster includes architects, developers, and government agencies seeking cost-effective, code-compliant systems. In 2025, we joined forces with Greenman-Pedersen, Inc., expanding our capabilities in mission-critical infrastructure projects.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Design
Plumbing Systems
Fire Suppression
LEED Certification
Building Retrofitting
Energy Analysis
Commissioning
BIM Services
Code Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized engineering expertise in critical facility systems
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals with deep retrofitting experience
- We maintain a client retention rate of 92% through personalized service approaches
- Our dual-office structure provides enhanced regional coverage in MD and VA
- We implement BIM and energy analysis technologies for precision design outcomes
Services
Mechanical Engineering
We provide comprehensive mechanical system design for commercial and critical facilities. Our engineers specialize in HVAC systems, energy efficiency optimization, and code-compliant solutions tailored to specific building requirements. With expertise in both new construction and retrofit projects, we ensure optimal performance and sustainability.
Electrical Design
Our electrical engineering services cover power distribution, lighting design, and emergency system planning. We deliver solutions for commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, and government projects with a focus on reliability and energy efficiency. Our team handles complex systems from concept through construction administration.
Plumbing Systems
We design efficient plumbing systems for diverse facility types including healthcare, education, and commercial spaces. Our approach balances code compliance with practical maintenance considerations. Services include water conservation strategies and integration with building mechanical systems.
Fire Suppression
Our fire suppression system design meets NFPA standards for commercial and critical facilities. We specialize in sprinkler systems, fire alarm integration, and code-compliant solutions for new buildings and retrofit projects. Systems are designed for reliability while minimizing operational disruption.
LEED Certification
We provide LEED analysis and certification support for sustainable building projects. Our consultants help achieve energy efficiency goals while maintaining system functionality. Services include energy modeling, material selection guidance, and documentation for LEED submission processes.
People
Tom Igo
Principal, Mechanical PE
With over 30 years in consulting engineering, Tom established Design Tech in 2000. He oversees mechanical system design and quality control for diverse projects including data centers, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions.
Matt Bowers
Principal, Electrical PE
Matt leads electrical engineering operations with 25+ years of experience. His expertise includes power distribution systems, emergency generators, and specialized lighting solutions for government and healthcare facilities.
Doug Kirby
Electrical Design Engineer
Doug manages electrical design projects in our Virginia office. He specializes in commercial systems integration and code-compliant electrical solutions for new and renovated facilities.
Ken Poulter
Senior Plumbing Engineer
Ken provides expert plumbing design solutions with a focus on commercial and institutional buildings. His work emphasizes water efficiency and system reliability in complex facility environments.
Tom Yearwood
Mechanical Engineer, PE
Tom contributes mechanical engineering expertise to diverse projects. He specializes in system analysis and optimization for healthcare and critical infrastructure facilities.
Questions
What engineering services does DesignTech offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression system design for commercial, healthcare, educational, and critical facilities.
Do you work with existing building retrofits?
Yes, our founders have specialized in retrofitting since 2000, optimizing existing systems for modern applications and energy efficiency.
Are you LEED certification experts?
Our team includes LEED AP professionals who provide analysis, documentation, and system design to achieve green building certification goals.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate from Kensington, MD, and Leesburg, VA, serving clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
How do you handle complex facility systems?
We use BIM technology and energy analysis tools to coordinate systems while maintaining code compliance and operational efficiency.
Can you assist with government facility projects?
Yes, our engineers have extensive experience with federal specifications and security requirements for government infrastructure projects.
