Business Details
16 Years
experience
Geotechnical Engineering & Materials Testing Services
A-TEK Engineering Consultants is a Native American-owned Arizona-based engineering consulting firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, materials engineering, construction materials testing, and special inspection services. Established in 2010, we are certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) under the Arizona Unified Certification Program. Our principals bring over 40 years of combined experience in geotechnical and materials engineering, having successfully completed high-profile projects across the Southwest. We prioritize project integration, attention to detail, and client-specific solutions, leveraging deep knowledge of regional geotechnical conditions to deliver cost-effective, technically sound results. Our team includes licensed professionals with extensive expertise in foundation design, pavement engineering, and construction assurance, serving federal, state, and local government clients.We maintain rigorous quality standards through accreditations from organizations like AASHTO, ACI, and ICC, ensuring compliance with the latest industry codes and specifications. Our laboratory testing capabilities and field personnel certifications guarantee accurate, reliable data for every project. We are committed to fostering long-term client relationships through transparency, responsiveness, and a focus on project performance and savings. Our mission is to bridge the natural and built environments through innovative engineering solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Materials Engineering
Special Inspection
Materials Testing
Laboratory Testing
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have 22 years of combined experience in geotechnical and materials engineering.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in foundation and pavement design.
- We maintain AASHTO-accredited laboratory testing capabilities.
- Our principals have completed high-profile infrastructure projects across the Southwest.
- We offer specialized inspection services certified by ICC and AWS programs.
Associations and certifications
- American Concrete Institute (ACI)
- Arizona Technical Testing Institute (ATTI)
- International Code Council (ICC)
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association (APNGA)
- AASHTO Accredited Laboratories
- AZ Department of Transportation (ADOT)
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Our geotechnical engineers provide subsurface exploration, foundation design, and slope stability analysis for infrastructure projects. We utilize conventional and advanced investigation methods to develop site-specific design criteria that improve project performance and reduce costs. Our team addresses challenges like expansive soils, liquefaction, and groundwater issues while adhering to the latest industry standards.
Materials Engineering
We offer materials engineering services including concrete, asphalt, and masonry testing to ensure structural integrity. Our experts develop design specifications and perform destructive/non-destructive testing programs tailored to client needs. With familiarity across Arizona DOT agencies' methodologies, we deliver durable, cost-effective pavement solutions for industrial and transportation projects.
Special Inspection
Our ICC-certified inspectors verify structural elements' compliance with building codes and project specifications. Services include reinforced concrete, structural steel, and waterproofing inspections. We provide detailed reports to stakeholders while promptly addressing discrepancies to maintain construction quality and safety standards in accordance with International Building Code requirements.
Materials Testing
We conduct comprehensive field testing for soil, concrete, and asphalt materials using ACI-certified technicians. Our services include compaction testing, pavement evaluation, and structural element verification. With NICET-trained personnel, we identify and resolve material-related issues during construction to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
Laboratory Testing
Our AASHTO-accredited laboratory performs soil, concrete, and asphalt testing following ASTM and AADOT methods. Capabilities include proctor testing, sieve analysis, and compressive strength evaluations. We maintain equipment calibration and quality assurance programs to deliver accurate data for foundation design, pavement engineering, and construction material verification.
People
Armando Ortega
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
With 25+ years of experience, Mr. Ortega specializes in geotechnical engineering for infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, and energy facilities. He holds a PE license and certifications in subsurface investigation and pavement rehabilitation.
Rafael Hernandez
Principal Materials Engineer
Mr. Hernandez has 23+ years of experience in materials engineering and special inspection. He holds PE certification and multiple ICC/AWS certifications for concrete, masonry, and structural steel inspection across Arizona's transportation projects.
Questions
What engineering services does ATEK offer?
We provide geotechnical engineering, materials testing, special inspection, and laboratory testing services for infrastructure projects.
Are your engineers certified?
Our team includes licensed professionals with PE certifications and accreditations from ACI, ICC, and AWS programs.
Do you work with government agencies?
Yes, we serve federal, state, and local government clients on transportation and infrastructure projects across Arizona.
Is your lab accredited?
Our laboratory holds AASHTO accreditation and follows ASTM/ADOT testing standards for construction materials.
What project types do you handle?
We work on highways, bridges, energy facilities, commercial structures, and residential developments throughout the Southwest.
