Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions in Springfield
Founded in 2013 by Kevin Kuhn and Michael Trello, our firm combines veteran-owned leadership with a commitment to innovative engineering solutions. We prioritize collaborative understanding between clients and our team, ensuring exceptional quality in municipal, structural, transportation, and hydrology projects. Our workplace culture emphasizes work-life balance, attracting diverse talent dedicated to community engagement in health, education, and safety initiatives.With a high volume of repeat business, we deliver practical, budget-conscious solutions tailored to client timelines through a full-team approach. Our expertise spans civil engineering, land development, drainage studies, and infrastructure planning for both public and private sector clients.
Services
Structural Engineering
Municipal Services
Surveying
Transportation Planning
Hydrology Solutions
Land Development
Drainage Studies
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Veteran-owned firm with collaborative client approach
- Community-focused team engaged in local organizations
- Family-friendly workplace attracting diverse engineering talent
- Repeat business from municipalities and private developers
- Integrated expertise across civil, structural, and transportation engineering
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering team delivers expert analysis and design for transportation structures, retaining walls, foundations, and building systems. We ensure compliance with safety standards while optimizing cost-effectiveness for municipal and private clients. Our engineers provide comprehensive solutions from initial concept through construction administration.
Municipal Services
We serve as city engineers for multiple municipalities, managing water supply systems, sanitary infrastructure, and storm drainage projects. Our services include grant administration, rate studies, and regulatory compliance to help communities meet infrastructure needs within budget constraints.
Transportation Planning
Specializing in highway networks and local road systems, we provide design solutions for interchanges, multi-use trails, and pavement requirements. Our approach balances traffic efficiency with sustainable development needs for both urban and rural environments.
Hydrology Solutions
We conduct drainage studies and storm modeling to optimize water quality and reduce surface runoff. Our expertise includes floodplain analysis, bridge hydraulics, and detention system design for public improvements and private developments.
Land Surveying
Our licensed surveyors provide precise measurements for land development projects. Services include boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction layout to support accurate engineering design and regulatory compliance.
People
Kevin Kuhn
Principal Engineer
Co-founder with 12 years of experience in municipal engineering. Leads daily operations while overseeing civil and hydraulic projects. Specializes in client collaboration and project execution.
Michael Trello
Principal Engineer
Co-founder and structural engineering expert with 12 years of leadership. Manages transportation projects and ensures operational efficiency across all firm activities.
John Saladino
Senior Project Manager
Licensed engineer directing complex projects with focus on structural review and municipal infrastructure. Brings extensive experience in construction administration and client coordination.
Jeffrey Bane
Senior Structural Engineer
Specializes in structural analysis for transportation and building systems. Provides technical leadership on complex engineering challenges with 15+ years of industry experience.
Hans Distlehorst
Land Surveyor
Professional land surveyor managing boundary mapping and topographic studies. Ensures accurate data collection for infrastructure and development projects across central Illinois.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We offer structural, municipal, transportation, and hydrology engineering services with expertise in land development and construction management for public and private clients.
Do you work with local municipalities?
Yes, we serve as city engineer for multiple communities, handling infrastructure projects including water systems, storm drainage, and regulatory compliance.
How does your team approach project collaboration?
Our whole-team approach ensures all engineers contribute to projects, combining diverse expertise while maintaining direct client communication throughout the process.
Are you a veteran-owned business?
Yes, our firm was founded by two veterans committed to community partnerships and ethical engineering practices since 2013.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve central Illinois communities including Springfield, Leland Grove, Mechanicsburg, and surrounding municipalities.
How do you handle complex engineering challenges?
We apply practical solutions to complex problems through detailed analysis, stakeholder coordination, and innovative design tailored to project-specific requirements.
