Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Salt Lake City
Established in 2000 by Knute Peterson and Robert D. Van, PVE Consulting Engineers is a full-service mechanical and electrical engineering firm dedicated to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions. Our experienced teams specialize in HVAC, plumbing, piping, medical lab gas design, lighting, power systems, and specialized building systems like fire alarm and security systems. With Professional Engineering and Firm licenses in 30 states, we serve commercial, medical, municipal, industrial, laboratory, and residential markets.Our commitment to total quality processes and client-centric priorities drives our continuous pursuit of excellence. Located in Salt Lake City, we pride ourselves on attracting top talent to maintain industry-leading standards while addressing evolving client needs through technical expertise and personalized service.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Systems
HVAC Design
Medical Gas Systems
Lighting Design
Power Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
Security Systems
BIM Management
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of specialized engineering experience since 2000
- Our team includes licensed professionals in 30 states
- We provide comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services
- Our staff has expertise in medical, laboratory, and commercial sectors
- We maintain strict quality control through total quality processes
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering services encompass HVAC design, plumbing systems, and piping solutions for commercial and medical facilities. We specialize in creating energy-efficient systems that meet strict regulatory requirements while maintaining client budget constraints. Our engineers deliver tailored solutions for laboratories, clean rooms, and surgery centers with proven technical expertise.
Electrical Engineering
We provide comprehensive electrical engineering services including lighting design, power distribution, and specialized building systems. Our expertise covers complex projects requiring fire alarm integration, security systems, and code-compliant electrical infrastructure. With 30-state licensing, we ensure regulatory compliance across diverse jurisdictions while maintaining technical excellence in every project.
Plumbing Systems
Our plumbing engineering services include water distribution, waste systems, and medical gas design for healthcare facilities. We focus on creating reliable, code-compliant systems that meet specific facility requirements while optimizing efficiency. Our engineers have extensive experience in both commercial and medical applications, ensuring safety and functionality in critical environments.
Medical Facility Engineering
We specialize in engineering solutions for medical facilities including surgery centers, laboratories, and dental offices. Our services cover specialized HVAC requirements, medical gas systems, and infection control measures. With decades of experience in healthcare environments, we ensure compliance with strict regulatory standards while maintaining operational efficiency for critical care spaces.
BIM Management
Our BIM management services provide coordinated 3D modeling for mechanical and electrical systems. This technology enables clash detection, improved coordination, and enhanced project visualization. We use BIM to streamline construction processes and ensure accurate system integration across complex commercial and industrial projects.
People
P. Tim Cantrell
Principal
With over 25 years of engineering experience, P. Tim Cantrell specializes in laboratories, clean rooms, and surgery centers. A University of Utah graduate and former US Air Force refrigeration specialist, he brings technical expertise and leadership to complex engineering projects while maintaining active professional engineering licensure.
Josh Elliott
Principal
Josh Elliott has 15+ years of engineering experience focusing on office buildings, retail, warehouse, and medical facilities. As a University of Utah mechanical engineering graduate, he combines technical knowledge with project management skills to deliver client-focused solutions while maintaining active professional engineering licensure.
Todd Haight
Associate
Todd Haight specializes in medical facilities, laboratories, and commercial spaces with 14+ years of engineering experience. His expertise in complex HVAC systems and commitment to quality solutions make him a valuable asset for healthcare and research facility projects requiring specialized engineering requirements.
Terry L. Gorseth
Associate
Terry Gorseth brings 15+ years of electrical engineering experience and 5 years as a naval ship electrical designer. His unique problem-solving approach focuses on innovative solutions for technically challenging projects, with expertise in electrical systems for diverse facility types requiring specialized engineering considerations.
Ron Wamsley
Electrical Project Manager
With 33+ years of engineering experience, Ron Wamsley specializes in complex electrical systems for diverse projects. His extensive background in challenging engineering assignments and commitment to technical excellence make him a key leader in delivering sophisticated electrical solutions for commercial and industrial facilities.
Questions
What engineering services does PVE Consulting Engineers offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services including HVAC systems, medical gas design, lighting, power systems, and specialized building systems for commercial, medical, and industrial projects.
How long has PVE Consulting Engineers been in business?
We've been providing engineering solutions since 2000, with our founding principals bringing decades of combined experience in mechanical and electrical engineering systems.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Our engineering services are available across 30 states, with our main office located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and project experience spanning diverse regional requirements.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial, medical, industrial, laboratory, municipal, and residential markets, with particular expertise in complex projects requiring specialized engineering solutions.
How do you ensure project quality and client satisfaction?
Through our total quality process commitment, licensed professionals in 30 states, and client-first approach that prioritizes technical excellence and personalized service delivery.
