Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Services for Manufacturing Excellence
CSMI has been delivering specialized engineering solutions since 1983, focusing on process and packaging engineering for USDA and FDA-regulated industries. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures precision across all project phases, from initial design to final integration. With decades of experience serving global clients like PepsiCo and Nestle, we combine technical expertise with a client-centric approach to address complex manufacturing challenges.Our team of degreed engineers prioritizes risk mitigation, cost savings, and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with stringent industry standards. Through continuous innovation and cross-training, we provide value-engineered solutions that meet evolving client needs across 35+ countries. Our commitment to supplier diversity and minority business partnerships reflects our dedication to fostering inclusive growth in the engineering sector.
Services
Process Engineering
Packaging Line Integration
Project Management
Automation Solutions
Compliance Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized engineering experience in regulated manufacturing sectors
- Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures consistent project execution
- We provide dedicated project teams with cross-disciplinary engineering expertise
- Our technology-driven solutions incorporate advanced automation and real-time tracking
- We maintain 100% compliance with third-party management systems like ISN and Avetta
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- GSA
- WOSB
- WBE
- MBE
Services
Process Engineering
Our process engineering services enhance manufacturing efficiency through systematic analysis of production workflows. We identify bottlenecks and implement solutions that increase throughput by up to 25% while maintaining regulatory compliance. Our engineers apply advanced modeling techniques to optimize material flow and equipment utilization across food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries.
Packaging Line Integration
We design and implement automated packaging solutions that reduce errors and improve throughput. Our vision system installations have decreased packaging defects by 40% for major snack food manufacturers. This service includes robotic integration, line synchronization, and real-time quality monitoring for high-speed production environments.
Project Management
Our project management covers all phases from brownfield assessments to turnkey installations. We provide dedicated teams that maintain continuity through design, procurement, and construction phases. With expertise in EPC due diligence, we help clients avoid 30% of typical project overruns through early risk identification and mitigation planning.
Compliance Consulting
We ensure manufacturing facilities meet FDA, USDA, and international standards through comprehensive compliance programs. Our consultants develop global guidelines that standardize safety and quality across diverse regulatory environments. This service includes facility audits, documentation systems, and training programs for sustained compliance.
Supplier Diversity
Our supplier diversity program connects clients with certified minority- and women-owned businesses. We help develop procurement strategies that increase MWDBE participation while maintaining quality standards. This service includes vendor certification, performance tracking, and reporting to support corporate diversity initiatives.
People
Dr. Karen Eng
President and CEO
Dr. Karen Eng leads CSMI as President and CEO, leveraging her engineering expertise and business acumen to drive global expansion. With a doctorate in optometry and subsequent transition to engineering management, she has grown the family business into an international firm. Her leadership focuses on innovation, quality assurance, and promoting diversity in STEM industries.
Questions
What industries does CSMI specialize in?
We specialize in FDA and USDA-regulated industries including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods manufacturing.
Is CSMI certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we are a 100% Asian/Pacific Islander Minority Owned and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise with multiple industry certifications.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout North and South America with global project capabilities across 35+ countries.
What engineering services do you offer?
Our services include process engineering, packaging line integration, automation solutions, compliance consulting, and supplier diversity programs.
How does CSMI ensure project quality?
We maintain ISO 9001 certification and implement rigorous quality control processes across all project phases.
