Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in New Mexico
Smith Engineering has been a trusted leader in civil and structural engineering since 1989. Our firm combines the efficiency of a small business with the expertise of a national firm, delivering cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs. Specializing in transportation engineering, land development, and construction services, we serve municipalities, federal agencies, and commercial clients across the Southwest. With offices in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Roswell, New Mexico, we leverage 35 years of experience to provide innovative, community-focused infrastructure solutions.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our 25-year-old materials testing lab and a team of certified professionals dedicated to maximizing client investments. Celebrating our 35th anniversary in 2024, we remain rooted in family values, integrity, and service, ensuring every project meets todays demands while preparing for tomorrows challenges.
Services
Transportation Engineering
Land Development
Structural Engineering
Land Surveying
Construction Services
Materials Testing
Flood Control
Water/Wastewater Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of engineering expertise in Southwest infrastructure projects
- Our mid-sized structure provides low overhead with national-level technical capabilities
- Specialized teams deliver tailored solutions using innovative engineering techniques
- We maintain a 25-year-old materials testing lab for quality assurance
- Family-owned firm committed to community-focused infrastructure development
Services
Transportation Engineering
Our transportation team specializes in municipal, county, and state roadway and bridge design. We deliver solutions that improve traffic flow, enhance safety, and meet evolving infrastructure demands. Clients benefit from our regional expertise in Southwest transportation challenges.
Land Development
We provide comprehensive land planning and site engineering for commercial developments. Our experience includes projects for major retailers like Target and Wal-Mart, ensuring code compliance and optimal land use for developers across the Southwest.
Construction Services
Our construction services include phase management, on-site observation, and quality assurance testing. We ensure projects meet design specifications through rigorous monitoring of materials and construction processes for clients throughout the Southwest region.
Materials Testing
With a 25-year-old testing lab, we verify concrete, asphalt, and soil integrity for construction projects. Our services help prevent costly rework by ensuring material compliance with engineering standards from project inception to completion.
Flood Control
We design flood control structures and drainage management plans tailored to Southwest hydrological conditions. Our expertise includes arroyo management systems and stormwater infrastructure to protect communities from water-related hazards.
People
Robert (Bob) A. Smith
President and Chairman of the Board
Founder of Smith Engineering with over 35 years of civil engineering experience. PE licensed professional who established the firm's foundation of integrity and technical excellence in 1989.
Karl E. Scheuch
Former Vice President and Treasurer
Co-founder who helped establish the firm's engineering standards during its early years. PE licensed professional whose contributions shaped the company's initial growth trajectory before departing in 1992.
Questions
What engineering services does Smith Engineering offer?
We provide transportation engineering, land development, structural engineering, land surveying, construction services, materials testing, flood control, and water/wastewater engineering solutions.
How long has Smith Engineering been in business?
We have served clients since our founding in 1989, celebrating 35 years of engineering excellence in 2024.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include New Mexico, Texas, and the broader Southwest region for infrastructure projects.
What makes Smith Engineering different from competitors?
We combine small-firm efficiency with national-level expertise, maintaining low overhead while delivering specialized engineering solutions rooted in community values.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we serve municipalities, federal agencies like NMDOT, commercial developers, and tribal organizations across various industries.
