Business Details
23 Years
experience
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Solutions for Sustainable Buildings
Turner Engineering, established in 2003, is a mechanical and electrical construction engineering firm dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for the building construction community. Our expertise spans HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical engineering, with a strong emphasis on sustainable design. We specialize in integrating geothermal and solar energy systems to achieve net-zero carbon projects, ensuring energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. Led by LEED-accredited professionals with over three decades of experience, we prioritize client vision, cost-effectiveness, and long-term operational efficiency. Our team adheres to rigorous design standards, anticipating challenges to maintain project timelines and budgets.Recognized for expertise in healthcare, municipal, commercial, educational, and multi-family housing markets, we combine technical precision with strategic foresight. Our commitment to quality assurance through building commissioning guarantees optimal system performance. Turner Engineering approaches every project as an owner would, balancing sustainability, maintenance, and energy costs to maximize value. By leveraging advanced energy modeling and tailored system sizing, we deliver solutions that align with architectural and owner objectives. Our cross-state licensing and industry leadership position us as trusted partners in transforming construction projects into efficient, future-ready spaces.
Services
HVAC
Plumbing
Fire Protection
Electrical
Sustainable Design
Geothermal Energy
Solar
Commissioning
Energy Modeling
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer expertise in geothermal and solar energy integration for net-zero carbon projects.
- Our engineers combine 35+ years of experience with LEED-accredited design knowledge.
- We provide rigorous energy modeling to optimize building performance and costs.
- Our designs emphasize code compliance, health standards, and long-term efficiency.
- We prioritize client vision and budget through owner-focused engineering leadership.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
HVAC
Our HVAC systems ensure healthy, comfortable, and energy-efficient environments. We design heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems tailored to building requirements. By properly sizing components and adhering to energy modeling insights, we deliver solutions that minimize operational costs while meeting ASHRAE standards and client-specific needs.
Plumbing
We design plumbing systems prioritizing comfort, functionality, and code compliance. Our services include water supply, drainage, and fixture layout optimized for health facility standards. By integrating with building systems, we ensure efficient water usage and adherence to local health codes while maintaining cost-effective installation frameworks.
Fire Protection
Our fire protection engineering covers wet/dry sprinkler systems and chemical suppression. We collaborate on emergency response protocols and system integration. By aligning with NFPA codes and building type requirements, we create fire safety solutions that protect occupants and property while minimizing false activation risks through smart system design.
Sustainable Design
We implement geothermal, solar, and energy-efficient systems to reduce environmental impact. Our approach combines geo-exchange technology with solar arrays to achieve net-zero energy buildings. Through lifecycle cost analysis and energy modeling, we demonstrate how sustainable systems lower long-term operational costs while maintaining code compliance and architectural integrity across commercial and institutional projects.
Commissioning
Our commissioning process ensures building systems operate as designed. We verify HVAC, electrical, and plumbing performance through functional testing and stakeholder collaboration. By creating detailed documentation and training materials, we guarantee new constructions or renovations meet efficiency benchmarks while addressing potential issues during system startup to prevent future operational disruptions.
People
Dan Turner
Founder & Lead Engineer
Dan Turner, a LEED-accredited professional with 35+ years of experience, leads engineering design at Turner Engineering. Licensed in 9 states, he specializes in sustainable systems integration for healthcare and commercial buildings, holding a BS in Electrical Engineering from Grove City College.
Questions
What engineering services does Turner Engineering offer?
We provide HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical engineering services. Our expertise extends to sustainable design solutions including geothermal energy, solar arrays, and building commissioning.
How does Turner Engineering approach sustainability?
We integrate geothermal and solar systems, perform energy modeling, and focus on right-sizing components to minimize environmental impact while maintaining cost-effectiveness and code compliance.
What markets does Turner Engineering serve?
We specialize in healthcare, municipal, commercial, educational, and multi-family housing projects. Our experience spans new constructions and renovation projects across various facility types.
How does Turner Engineering ensure system reliability?
Through comprehensive building commissioning processes that test system interactions, document performance metrics, and provide operational training to ensure long-term efficiency and reliability of all installed systems.
What makes Turner Engineering's designs cost-effective?
We utilize energy modeling to optimize system sizing, select materials based on lifecycle costs, and apply owner-focused design principles that balance first costs with long-term operational savings.
