Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Lancaster, PA
Providence Engineering has been delivering structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering solutions for over three decades. Founded in 1992, we specialize in warehouse, food processing, and cold storage design while maintaining a commitment to innovation and client collaboration. Our employee-owned structure fosters a culture where engineers work directly with clients, ensuring timely, budget-conscious results. With licensure in 49 U.S. states and Nova Scotia, our team combines technical expertise with aesthetic sensitivity to transform ambitious visions into constructible realities.We prioritize continuing education and professional development, hosting seminars to stay at the forefront of industry standards. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan reflects our dedication to empowering both our team and the communities we serve.
Services
Structural Engineering
Mechanical Design
Electrical Systems
Plumbing Engineering
Cold Storage Design
Food Processing Facilities
Warehouse Engineering
Renovation Services
Sustainable Design
Engineer of Record
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of specialized expertise in cold storage and food processing facility design.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures direct accountability and client-focused solutions.
- Engineers work directly with clients from concept through construction administration.
- Licensed in 49 U.S. states and Nova Scotia for nationwide project capabilities.
- We maintain a dedicated training facility for continuous industry standard education.
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering team designs safe, efficient frameworks for commercial and industrial buildings. We handle everything from foundation systems to seismic upgrades, ensuring compliance with all current building codes. Our engineers collaborate directly with architects and contractors to deliver solutions that balance strength, cost-effectiveness, and constructability.
Cold Storage Design
Specializing in temperature-controlled environments, we engineer facilities that maintain precise thermal requirements while addressing unique structural challenges. Our designs optimize energy efficiency and moisture control in facilities ranging from food processing plants to pharmaceutical storage warehouses. We incorporate specialized insulation systems and vapor barrier solutions.
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical engineering services create efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems tailored to each facility's operational needs. We design custom solutions for industrial process cooling, cleanrooms, and high-occupancy spaces while maintaining energy efficiency and code compliance. Our team integrates mechanical systems with building structures for optimal performance.
Electrical Systems
We design comprehensive electrical systems for commercial and industrial facilities, including power distribution, lighting, and emergency backup systems. Our engineers address complex requirements for data centers, manufacturing plants, and healthcare facilities. We ensure reliable power solutions that meet current standards while allowing for future expansion.
Engineer of Record
As Engineer of Record, we provide comprehensive design oversight and technical responsibility for structural and MEP systems. Our role includes code compliance verification, coordination of engineering disciplines, and construction phase support. We maintain direct client communication throughout the project lifecycle to ensure design intent is preserved.
People
David Bernhardt
President
Leading Providence Engineering since 2015, David Bernhardt brings extensive structural engineering experience to his role. He oversees strategic growth while maintaining our commitment to technical excellence and client satisfaction.
Carol-Ann Denning
Branch Leader
As a licensed engineer and branch leader, Carol-Ann Denning manages regional operations while contributing technical expertise to complex structural projects across multiple market sectors.
Jonathan Dougherty
Senior Engineer
With a Ph.D. in engineering, Jonathan Dougherty specializes in advanced structural analysis and complex problem-solving for industrial facilities, bringing academic rigor to practical engineering challenges.
Barry Foreman
Branch Leader
Leading our Carlisle office, Barry Foreman combines engineering expertise with local market knowledge to deliver tailored solutions for Pennsylvania clients across diverse industries.
Rebecca Thompson
LEED AP
As a LEED Accredited Professional, Rebecca Thompson integrates sustainable design principles into mechanical and electrical systems, helping clients achieve energy efficiency and environmental certification goals.
Questions
What engineering services does Providence Engineering offer?
We provide structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering for new construction, renovations, and industrial facilities including cold storage and food processing plants.
Is Providence Engineering employee-owned?
Yes, since 2021 we've been 100% employee-owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, aligning our team's interests with client success.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Our licensed engineers work in 49 U.S. states and Nova Scotia, with eight regional offices from Pennsylvania to Florida.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in cold storage, food processing, and warehouse engineering while serving commercial, healthcare, and institutional markets.
How does your direct engineer involvement benefit projects?
Clients work directly with fully-empowered project engineers, enabling faster decisions and better alignment with project goals throughout all phases.
