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Geotechnical Engineering Experts in Madison Heights, MI
Founded in 2012, F K Engineering has established itself as a leader in geotechnical and underground civil design engineering. Our team of seasoned professionals specializes in delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions for complex infrastructure challenges. With decades of combined experience, we serve local and state governments, engineering firms, and industry clients across the Midwest and United States. Our expertise spans large-scale projects including tunnels, shafts, bridges, and industrial developments, with construction values exceeding $800 million. Recognized for technical excellence, our engineers have authored numerous publications and received industry awards, including Engineer of the Year honors from the American Society of Civil Engineers.We prioritize honesty, creativity, and client relationships, offering full-service engineering from concept through project completion. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our work on high-profile projects like the Detroit River Interceptor and the Gordie Howe International Bridge. As active members of professional organizations like ASCE and SME, we maintain rigorous standards in geotechnical investigations, tunnel design, and construction engineering. Our mission focuses on providing value through innovative engineering, one project at a time.
Services
Design & Analysis
Construction Engineering
Geotechnical Services
Tunnel Design
Earth Retention Systems
Groundwater Dewatering
Emergency Response
Instrumentation Monitoring
Foundation Analysis
Infrastructure Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of experience in civil engineering and underground construction
- Award-winning team recognized by ASCE and SME
- Experts in projects exceeding $500 million in construction value
- Innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges
- Active members in professional engineering communities
Services
Design & Analysis
Our full-service design engineering covers concept through project completion for heavy underground infrastructure. We specialize in tunnel and shaft design, vibration evaluations, and infrastructure rehabilitation. With construction values exceeding $800 million, our team delivers innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
Construction Engineering
We provide comprehensive construction engineering services including contract administration, inspection, and emergency response. Our expertise in recognizing construction issues prevents client problems. We offer resident engineering and forensic analysis for underground infrastructure projects across the Midwest.
Geotechnical Services
Our geotechnical investigations include site assessments, soil sampling, and instrumentation monitoring. We perform hundreds of Midwest-based evaluations for underground projects. Services cover rock coring, penetration tests, and pre-construction surveys for tunnels and foundations.
Tunnel Design
Specializing in tunnel design for CSO relief systems and transportation infrastructure. We've completed projects like the 25-foot diameter NOCSOS tunnel in Detroit and Akron's NSIT tunnel. Our work includes temporary earth retention systems and alignment design.
Infrastructure Rehabilitation
We provide rehabilitation design for aging infrastructure including interceptors, trunk sewers, and bridge moves. Recent projects include Detroit River Interceptor repairs and MDOT's Second Avenue bridge move. Our solutions combine geotechnical expertise with innovative construction sequencing.
People
Fritz Klingler
President/Founder
With over 35 years of civil engineering experience, Fritz founded FKE in 2012 after 25 years in underground construction. He manages large infrastructure projects valued over $500 million and serves on engineering advisory boards. ASCE Engineer of the Year recipient.
Joseph Alberts
Vice President/Project Principal
Joe brings 30+ years of expertise in construction engineering and geotechnical services. He manages major projects like Detroit Windsor Tunnel Inspections and Northwest Interceptor repairs. Certified tunnel inspector and ASCE award recipient with Pipeline Assessment Certification.
Zachary Carr
Vice President/Project Principal
Zach has 20+ years of underground engineering experience including work on the Gordie Howe Bridge and Fraser Sinkhole repair. He serves on Wayne State University's engineering advisory board and holds dual civil engineering/geology degrees.
Nicholas Bassett
Senior Project Engineer
Nicholas provides expert engineering services for underground infrastructure projects. With professional licensure and extensive field experience, he contributes to complex geotechnical designs and construction oversight for FKE's major projects.
Margaret O'Reilly
Business Manager
Margaret manages administrative operations for FKE's engineering team. She ensures smooth business functions while supporting the firm's growth and client service initiatives in the geotechnical engineering sector.
Questions
What engineering services does FKE offer?
We provide geotechnical services, construction engineering, and underground design including tunnel projects, infrastructure rehabilitation, and earth retention systems.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Michigan, we serve clients across the Midwest and United States, including Ohio, Illinois, and South Carolina projects.
What makes FKE different from other engineering firms?
Our team combines decades of underground engineering experience with ASCE award-winning expertise in projects exceeding $800 million in construction value.
Do you handle emergency infrastructure repairs?
Yes, we provide emergency response services for infrastructure failures like the Fraser Sinkhole sewer collapse and Detroit River Interceptor repairs.
What industries do you work with?
We serve government agencies, construction firms, industrial clients, and contractors needing geotechnical expertise for underground infrastructure projects.
Can you handle large-scale tunnel projects?
Yes, our experience includes major tunnels like the NOCSOS Tunnel in Detroit and Akron's NSIT Tunnel with diameters up to 25 feet.
