Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Sign Industry Engineering Partner
LINK Engineering is a specialized project engineering firm dedicated to the sign industry, combining technical expertise with creative design to deliver comprehensive solutions. Our team of licensed engineers and industry veterans brings over 125 years of collective experience, ensuring deep understanding of structural, mechanical, and code compliance requirements. We provide end-to-end services including 3D modeling, product design, technical audits, and strategic implementation planning, supported by certifications in resource management and production optimization. Our engineers are licensed across all contiguous U.S. states, enabling seamless project execution nationwide.By integrating engineering rigor with manufacturing insights, we help clients transform brand concepts into functional, code-compliant physical elements while maintaining cost efficiency and brand integrity. Our commitment to innovation and client collaboration has established us as a trusted partner for national and international clients in diverse sectors including retail, automotive, and financial services.
Services
Structural Engineering
Product Design
Technical Consulting
Graphic Design
CAD Drafting
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 125+ years of collective sign industry experience
- Licensed engineers in all contiguous U.S. states
- Certified in manufacturing and inventory management
- Specialized in sign code compliance and approval processes
- Integrated engineering and manufacturing process expertise
Associations and certifications
- International Sign Association (ISA)
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
- American Concrete Society (ACI)
- Certified in Integrated Resource Management (CIRM)
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services focus on sign structures, providing detailed analysis and 3D modeling to ensure safety and code compliance. We specialize in load calculations, material selection, and foundation design for both free-standing and building-mounted signs. Our team's expertise in geotechnical and mechanical engineering ensures durable, cost-effective solutions that meet jurisdictional requirements.
Technical Consulting
We offer expert consulting for sign code compliance and approval processes across all 48 contiguous states. Our services include jurisdictional research, permit documentation, and field audit support to streamline regulatory approvals. With deep knowledge of zoning and building codes, we help clients navigate complex requirements while maintaining brand integrity and budget constraints.
Graphic Design
Our graphic design team creates visual identity systems and branding materials tailored to the sign industry. Services include photo renderings, brand manuals, and sign family development that translate 2D concepts into manufacturable 3D elements. We ensure consistent brand representation while addressing technical requirements for illumination and material durability.
CAD Drafting
We provide detailed CAD design and drafting services for sign structures and components. Our team creates precise technical drawings with specifications for fabrication and installation. Using AutoCAD and 3D modeling tools, we support both new projects and reverse-engineering of existing systems to ensure accuracy and constructability.
Product Design
Our product design services focus on optimizing sign systems for performance and manufacturability. We conduct failure analysis, develop tooling designs, and implement statistical process control to improve quality. By integrating engineering and manufacturing insights, we create solutions that balance functionality, cost efficiency, and brand requirements.
People
Imad Kashif
Professional Engineer
Imad Kashif is a licensed Professional Engineer with extensive experience in structural design and sign industry engineering. He leads LINK Engineering's technical team, overseeing project execution and client collaboration. His expertise includes code compliance, structural analysis, and manufacturing process optimization for national and international clients.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer for the sign industry?
We provide structural analysis, 3D modeling, technical audits, and code compliance services specifically for sign structures and brand identity elements.
Are your engineers licensed nationwide?
Yes, our engineers are licensed in all 48 contiguous United States, with specific civil engineering registration in Illinois.
How do you handle code compliance for different jurisdictions?
We conduct detailed code research and prepare permit documentation tailored to local building and zoning requirements across all 48 states.
What design software do you use?
We utilize AutoCAD for drafting and 3D modeling tools for structural analysis and visualization of sign systems.
Can you assist with manufacturing process improvements?
Yes, our team specializes in manufacturing resource planning, statistical process control, and tooling design optimization for sign production.
