Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert Engineering Services in Middleton, WI
Thunderbird Engineering is a Milwaukee-based Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certified firm that has delivered innovative engineering solutions since 2013. Our team of professionals with over 30 years of average experience specializes in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering across diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and infrastructure. We utilize advanced technologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create efficient, coordinated systems while maintaining strict adherence to safety codes and sustainability standards.Our client-centric approach ensures tailored solutions that minimize risk and maximize operational efficiency. Backed by certifications from the WI Unified Certification Program and advancing toward 8(a) status, we serve both commercial and federal markets with a proven commitment to quality and innovation.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Systems
Fire Protection
Building Commissioning
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Our engineering team averages over 30 years of experience across diverse sectors
- Certified MBE/DBE status with Wisconsin's Unified Certification Program
- Implement Building Information Modeling (BIM) for coordinated system design
- Serve commercial and federal markets with tailored engineering solutions
- Maintain strict compliance with Life Safety Code and ADA requirements
Associations and certifications
- MBE WI Dept. Of Commerce
- DBE WI Unified Certification Program
- SBE
- Accredited Qualified Commissioning Process Provider (Cx)
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Thunderbird Engineering designs advanced mechanical systems including HVAC, boiler systems, and building energy management controls. Our team implements variable air volume systems and chiller plant solutions that optimize thermal comfort while reducing energy consumption. Specializing in retrofit modifications, we modernize existing infrastructure to meet contemporary performance standards across industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings.
Electrical Engineering
Our electrical engineering division delivers comprehensive power distribution solutions for large-scale projects. Services include interior/exterior lighting design, fire alarm integration, security system implementation, and communications infrastructure planning. We ensure full compliance with electrical codes while optimizing energy efficiency through smart control systems and sustainable design practices for commercial, industrial, and governmental facilities.
Fire Protection
Thunderbird's fire protection engineers specialize in sprinkler systems design, standpipe installations, and life safety code compliance. We conduct hydraulic calculations and emergency mitigation planning while integrating fire dynamics analysis into building design. Our solutions combine active fire protection systems with passive safety features to ensure occupant safety and regulatory compliance across healthcare, educational, and commercial facilities.
Building Commissioning
As accredited commissioning providers, we verify building systems performance from design through post-occupancy. Our services include Level 1 commissioning, retro-commissioning, and LEED-certified process implementation. We specialize in building system diagnostics, facilities management consulting, and energy optimization strategies that ensure systems operate at peak efficiency throughout their lifecycle across commercial and institutional buildings.
Plumbing Systems
Our plumbing engineering services cover domestic water systems, medical gas piping, and ADA-compliant fixture installations. The team designs hot water recirculation systems, storm drainage infrastructure, and specialized piping for healthcare and industrial applications. We ensure code compliance while prioritizing water conservation through innovative design solutions for both new construction and renovation projects across multiple sectors.
People
Shawn Woldt
Principal/President, Electrical Engineer Design
With over 30 years of engineering experience, Shawn leads Thunderbird Engineering's electrical and mechanical design initiatives. He oversees project execution while maintaining active involvement in commissioning processes and client relationship management as the firm's principal leader.
Stacy Floerke
Senior Plumbing Engineer Design Lead
Stacy specializes in complex plumbing systems design, directing engineering solutions for municipal and commercial projects. With extensive experience in ADA compliance and medical gas piping, she ensures code adherence and operational efficiency across Thunderbird's plumbing engineering portfolio.
Justin Krueger
Fire Protection Engineer Design Lead
Leading fire protection initiatives, Justin brings specialized expertise in sprinkler systems and life safety compliance. He manages hydraulic calculations and fire dynamics analysis to create comprehensive safety solutions that meet modern building code requirements for diverse facility types.
Paul Brown
Senior Mechanical Engineer Design Lead
Paul oversees mechanical systems design including HVAC and chiller plants. With decades of experience in building energy management systems, he develops innovative solutions that balance thermal comfort with energy efficiency for commercial and industrial applications.
Kevin R. Brandt
Business Relations & Customer Development
Kevin manages client relationships and business development efforts. As the primary point of contact for new partnerships, he focuses on expanding Thunderbird's market presence while maintaining strong connections with existing clients across Wisconsin and beyond.
Questions
What engineering services does Thunderbird offer?
Thunderbird provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection engineering, and building commissioning services for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we are certified as both a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) through Wisconsin's Unified Certification Program.
What technology do you use in your engineering projects?
We utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology for coordinated system design and implement energy management control systems for optimized building performance.
Which sectors do you specialize in?
We work across healthcare, education (K-12 and universities), airports, athletic complexes, commercial residences, and industrial facilities with specialized engineering solutions.
Do you offer commissioning services for existing buildings?
Yes, we provide retro-commissioning and recommissioning services to enhance system performance and energy efficiency in existing commercial and institutional buildings.
What makes Thunderbird's engineering team unique?
Our team averages over 30 years of experience and includes certified commissioning providers who combine technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to deliver customized solutions.
