Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering and Consulting Services in Plymouth, MI
Founded in 1980 by Jack Duckworth and Dave Krause, Duckworth & Associates has grown from a small mechanical engineering firm into a comprehensive engineering and consulting services provider. Our journey began with a commitment to honor all promises and maintain financial discipline, principles that continue to guide us today. Over four decades, we've expanded our expertise to include mechanical engineering, electrical controls, energy management, and staffing solutions while maintaining our debt-free status. Our team of experienced engineers and project managers delivers tailored solutions for OEMs, Tier Suppliers, and Contractors across diverse industries.We specialize in process systems development, conveyor engineering, control systems design, and energy savings programs. Our facilities have evolved from a garage workshop to a purpose-built headquarters in Plymouth, Michigan, reflecting our ongoing commitment to meeting client needs through innovation and technical excellence. We maintain rigorous quality standards through proven methodologies and modern control systems that emphasize safety, efficiency, and reliability. Our approach combines technical expertise with practical field experience to deliver solutions that meet both engineering specifications and real-world operational requirements.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Energy Management
Staffing Services
Control Systems
Process Systems
Conveyor Engineering
3D Modeling
Ventilation Systems
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of engineering consulting experience since 1980
- Comprehensive services across mechanical, electrical, and energy systems
- Debt-free operations ensuring financial stability
- Customized staffing solutions for engineering projects
- Proven energy savings programs with ROI analysis
Services
Mechanical Engineering
We design and implement mechanical engineering solutions including process systems development, structural steel detailing, and 3D modeling. Our expertise covers material handling, conveyor systems, and ventilation systems. We provide comprehensive support from concept engineering to shop construction detailing and system balancing.
Energy Management
Our energy management services include facility audits, consumption analysis, and energy savings strategy development. We implement control system upgrades, evaluate utility conversions, and create ROI-focused energy reduction plans with project management support for implementation success.
Staffing Services
We provide qualified contract engineers and project managers for temporary or long-term assignments. Our staffing solutions support clients' engineering needs across mechanical, electrical, and project management disciplines with experienced professionals ready to contribute immediately.
Control Systems
We design and implement turn-key control systems that optimize production efficiency while minimizing energy consumption. Our services include PLC programming, HMI development, VFD integration, and control panel design with emphasis on safety, quality control, and operational efficiency.
Process Systems
Our process systems engineering covers paint finishing systems, general assembly processes, and ventilation system design. We offer simulation services, equipment selection assistance, and implementation support for complete process optimization from concept through commissioning.
Questions
What engineering services does Duckworth & Associates offer?
We provide mechanical engineering, electrical controls design, energy management solutions, staffing services, conveyor systems engineering, and process system development.
How long has Duckworth & Associates been in business?
Since 1980, we've provided engineering consulting services while maintaining our founding principles of debt-free operations and client commitment.
What industries do you serve?
We work with OEMs, Tier Suppliers, and Contractors in manufacturing, automotive, and industrial sectors requiring process engineering solutions.
Do you offer energy savings programs?
Yes, we conduct energy audits, develop savings strategies, and help implement energy-efficient systems with ROI analysis and utility incentives.
Can you provide temporary engineering staff?
Our staffing services offer contract engineers and project managers for both short-term needs and long-term projects across engineering disciplines.
Where is Duckworth & Associates located?
Our headquarters are in Plymouth, Michigan at 14496 N. Sheldon Rd. Suite 210, serving clients nationwide from our Michigan facility.
