Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions in Chattanooga, TN
Campbell & Associates, Inc. has been a trusted leader in multidisciplinary engineering since 1947, making us the oldest mechanical and electrical engineering firm in East Tennessee. Our team delivers competent, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for private, commercial, industrial, medical, and governmental building systems across 44 states and Canada. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering, along with solar and geothermal systems, energy modeling, and LEED-certified design.Our commitment to quality assurance is demonstrated through project milestones that ensure client requirements are met with precision. With decades of experience and a dedication to independent, impartial design, we provide innovative engineering solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Engineering
Fire Protection
Solar Systems
Geothermal Engineering
Energy Modeling
Commissioning
LEED Certification
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have 75+ years of experience as East Tennessee's oldest engineering firm.
- Our team provides nationwide engineering services across 44 states and Canada.
- LEED-accredited professionals assist with sustainable building certifications.
- Project milestones ensure quality assurance and client requirement alignment.
- We offer comprehensive MEP, fire protection, and renewable energy solutions.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering services include HVAC system design, geothermal solutions, and energy-efficient mechanical systems for commercial and industrial buildings. We specialize in complex building systems requiring strategic planning and innovative design. Our engineers provide system comparisons and energy analysis to optimize performance while maintaining budget constraints.
Electrical Engineering
We offer comprehensive electrical engineering services covering power distribution, lighting design, and life safety systems. Our expertise includes security, fire alarm, and telecommunications infrastructure for commercial and institutional facilities. Our team ensures code compliance and energy efficiency in all electrical system designs.
Plumbing Engineering
Our plumbing engineering services include domestic water systems, sanitary sewer design, and gas piping solutions. We specialize in complex plumbing systems for healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, and industrial applications. Our designs prioritize water efficiency and code compliance for sustainable infrastructure.
Fire Protection
We provide fire protection engineering services including sprinkler system design, fire alarm integration, and life safety code compliance. Our team coordinates with local authorities to ensure systems meet all regulatory requirements while maintaining operational efficiency for commercial and industrial facilities.
LEED Certification
Our LEED-accredited professionals assist with green building certifications through energy-efficient design strategies. We provide documentation support and system optimization to achieve LEED credits for new construction and renovation projects across multiple building types.
People
Matthew Williams
President
Matthew Williams, a Registered Professional Engineer, leads Campbell & Associates with expertise in HVAC design and energy analysis. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from Florida State University and has over 25 years of experience in complex building systems. Matthew actively contributes to local community organizations including Chattanooga Goodwill Industries.
C. Randall Metcalf
C.O.O.
C. Randall Metcalf, with a UTC engineering degree, specializes in fire protection systems and plumbing design. He has over 45 years of experience and serves on mechanical contractor associations and apprenticeship committees. Randall's expertise includes national fire protection design standards and building code compliance.
Michael D. Whitfield
Principal
Michael Whitfield, a UTC electrical engineering graduate, specializes in electrical systems design for construction and renovation projects. He has over 30 years of experience in power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems. Mike serves on the company's board of directors and oversees complex electrical engineering projects.
John Germ
Consultant
John Germ, a University of Tennessee graduate, has over 55 years of engineering experience. He served as CEO until 2010 and remains a consultant. His career spans decades of leadership in mechanical engineering and civic engagement, maintaining active roles in professional and community organizations.
Nikki Pierce
Mechanical Engineer
Nikki Pierce holds dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. She specializes in HVAC systems and renewable energy solutions. With membership in ASHRAE and the Society of Women Engineers, Nikki brings modern expertise in sustainable mechanical systems design to our team.
Questions
What engineering services does Campbell & Associates offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, solar, geothermal, energy modeling, commissioning, and LEED-certified engineering services.
How long has Campbell & Associates been in business?
We have been serving clients since 1947, making us East Tennessee's oldest engineering firm.
Do you work on projects outside Tennessee?
Yes, we've completed projects in 44 U.S. states and Canada.
Are your engineers LEED-certified?
Yes, we have LEED-accredited professionals available for sustainable building certifications.
How do you ensure project quality?
We establish review milestones at project phases to confirm accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
