Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Austin, TX
Guerra Engineering has been redefining the engineering landscape through innovation, inclusion, and impact since 1973. As a woman-owned, HUB-Certified firm based in Texas, we combine over five decades of technical expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver sustainable, client-focused solutions. Our team of dedicated professionals specializes in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering services tailored to both public and private sector clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of continuous learning, integrity, and community responsibility, ensuring every project aligns with our mission to improve the environments we serve. With offices in Austin and San Antonio, our firm brings localized knowledge and a personal touch to complex engineering challenges across Texas. From concept to completion, we emphasize teamwork, technical excellence, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations through proven methodologies and cutting-edge design practices.Our recognition as a WBE, SBE, and SCTRCA-certified firm underscores our dedication to diversity and inclusion in the engineering field. By prioritizing safety, environmental stewardship, and innovative problem-solving, we establish ourselves as a trusted partner for infrastructure development across higher education, municipal, aviation, and commercial sectors. Our track record of successful projects, including large-scale academic facilities and industrial complexes, demonstrates our ability to manage complex engineering requirements while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability. This combination of experience, certification credentials, and community focus positions us as a leader in Texas engineering services.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
MEPFP Services
Project Management
Higher Education Projects
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Woman-owned engineering firm since 1973 with Texas-specific expertise
- Combines 50+ years experience with HUB certification and local knowledge
- Specializes in complex civil and structural projects for Texas institutions
- Maintains WBE, SBE, and SCTRCA certification for diverse contracting opportunities
- Focuses on sustainable design with proven success in education infrastructure
Associations and certifications
- HUB Certified
- WBE
- SBE
- SCTRCA
What people say
Exceptional campus design experience
Reliable budget management
Technical excellence in MEP systems
Responsive communication
Deep Texas regulatory knowledge
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team delivers comprehensive site development solutions for municipal and commercial clients. Specializing in drainage systems, roadway design, and utility infrastructure, we ensure projects meet regulatory requirements while optimizing functionality. With expertise in Texas-specific geotechnical conditions, we provide surveying, erosion control, and sustainable land development strategies that enhance community environments.
Structural Engineering
We design robust structural systems for diverse building types including educational facilities and industrial complexes. Our services cover load calculations, material selection, and seismic analysis to guarantee safety and longevity. Leveraging advanced modeling software, our engineers create cost-effective frameworks that balance strength requirements with architectural vision across steel, concrete, and hybrid structures.
MEPFP Services
Comprehensive mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering solutions ensure optimal building performance. We design energy-efficient HVAC systems, intelligent electrical infrastructure, and code-compliant plumbing networks tailored to facility needs. Our fire protection engineering integrates life safety systems with building automation for commercial and institutional applications.
Higher Education Projects
Specialized engineering for academic environments including laboratories, residence halls, and performing arts centers. We understand the unique requirements of educational facilities, delivering flexible infrastructure that supports evolving technology needs while maintaining ADA accessibility and sustainability standards across university campuses.
Project Management
Our integrated project management approach ensures coordination across engineering disciplines from concept through construction. Utilizing BIM technology and phased review processes, we maintain budget control and scheduling efficiency while providing quality assurance for complex municipal and commercial developments throughout Texas.
People
Jose I. Guerra
Founder
Pioneering Texas engineer with over 50 years experience in infrastructure development. Established Guerra Engineering in 1973 to provide technical excellence and community-focused solutions. Recognized for advancing diversity in engineering through certified HUB program participation.
Debby Williams
Senior Project Manager
15+ year veteran in Texas municipal projects with expertise in public sector coordination. Manages complex infrastructure developments while maintaining strict budgetary controls and regulatory compliance. Instrumental in expanding the firm's education sector portfolio.
Ryan Starkovich
Principal Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer specializing in structural systems with extensive higher education facility experience. Oversees technical quality control and mentors junior engineers. Key contact for University of Texas engineering collaborations since 2015.
Questions
What engineering sectors does Guerra specialize in?
We focus on higher education, municipal, commercial, aviation, and industrial projects across Texas, with particular expertise in complex academic facility development.
Is Guerra Engineering certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we're HUB Certified and recognized as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) in Texas contracting programs.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While headquartered in Austin, we serve clients throughout Texas including San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and surrounding regions.
What makes your engineering approach different?
We combine technical excellence with collaborative project management and a deep understanding of Texas-specific engineering requirements and environmental considerations.
How do you ensure project budget compliance?
Our phased design review process with cost estimation at each stage ensures budget alignment while maintaining technical integrity through construction documentation.
