Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Engineering Solutions in Johnson City, TN
Holston Engineering has been delivering comprehensive mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering solutions since 1995. Founded by Joe Riggs, our firm established a foundation of technical excellence that expanded significantly with Derwin Cartmel's leadership in 2017. With 28 years of industrial expertise and two decades of prior collaboration, our leadership team combines deep technical knowledge with practical problem-solving capabilities. Our nimble structure enables rapid adaptation to project requirements while maintaining strict adherence to engineering standards. We serve diverse sectors including healthcare, industrial, and commercial construction, offering tailored solutions that address unique facility challenges.Our experience spans projects from small renovations to large-scale developments, supported by advanced technologies like 3D modeling and laser scanning. We maintain transparent communication throughout the design process, ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements. Our familiarity with institutional funding processes and municipal codes streamlines project execution for churches and retail facilities. We prioritize resource flexibility to meet evolving project demands, whether through staff augmentation or full-scale design implementation. Holston Engineering remains committed to delivering innovative, code-compliant engineering solutions that balance technical precision with practical functionality.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Plumbing Design
Electrical Engineering
Church Facilities
Healthcare Facilities
Industrial Projects
Office Spaces
Residential Housing
Retail Facilities
Custom Projects
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 28 years of industrial engineering expertise from our principal engineer
- Our team combines technical knowledge with practical problem-solving capabilities
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the design process
- We utilize advanced technologies like 3D modeling and laser scanning
- Our experience spans projects from small renovations to 300+ unit developments
Services
Mechanical Engineering
We design comprehensive mechanical systems including HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. Our engineers ensure optimal temperature control, air quality, and energy efficiency while meeting all regulatory requirements. Our expertise covers system sizing, equipment selection, and integration with building automation systems.
Plumbing Design
Our plumbing engineering services include water distribution, drainage, and fire protection systems. We create efficient layouts that comply with local codes while minimizing water waste. Our designs incorporate modern fixtures and sustainable practices for both residential and commercial applications.
Electrical Engineering
We provide complete electrical system design including power distribution, lighting, and control systems. Our engineers ensure safe, reliable electrical infrastructure that meets NEC standards. Services include load calculations, panel scheduling, and emergency power system design for various facility types.
Church Facilities
We specialize in engineering solutions for religious facilities from small chapels to large sanctuaries. Our designs address unique challenges like humidity control, acoustics, and accessibility requirements. We understand church funding processes and create cost-effective systems that support worship activities.
Healthcare Facilities
Our engineering services cover diverse healthcare settings including clinics, dental offices, and surgical centers. We design specialized systems meeting strict infection control standards and medical equipment requirements. Our experience includes compliance with healthcare facility codes and life safety regulations.
People
Derwin Cartmel
President and Principal Mechanical Engineer
With 28 years of industrial engineering experience and 20 years working with Holston Engineering, Derwin Cartmel leads our mechanical engineering division. He specializes in industrial design for new and retrofit projects, bringing expertise in 3D modeling and project management.
Joe Riggs
Founder
As founder of Holston Engineering since 1995, Joe Riggs established our commitment to comprehensive engineering solutions. His leadership created the foundation for our diverse service offerings and client-focused approach to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical design.
Questions
What engineering services does Holston Engineering offer?
We provide mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering services for commercial, industrial, and residential projects including specialized designs for healthcare facilities and churches.
Do you handle industrial facility designs?
Yes, we offer comprehensive industrial engineering services from basic utility design to detailed manufacturing facility systems with experience in 3D modeling and laser scanning.
Can you design systems for healthcare facilities?
We have 20 years of experience designing mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems for various healthcare facilities including clinics, dental offices, and surgical centers.
Do you work on residential projects?
While not our primary focus, we have extensive experience with residential engineering projects ranging from single-family homes to large apartment complexes.
What makes Holston Engineering different?
Our combination of technical expertise, flexible resource allocation, and deep understanding of diverse facility requirements enables tailored engineering solutions for each project.
How do you handle complex church facility requirements?
We address unique church needs like humidity control and noise management while understanding institutional funding processes to ensure smooth project execution.
