Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Engineering Solutions in Fort Wayne
Our team of skilled engineers specializes in delivering comprehensive mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. With expertise in education facilities, commercial buildings, medical centers, and industrial plants, we combine technical precision with a commitment to energy efficiency and reliability. Founded in 2004, we prioritize client collaboration, leveraging decades of collective experience to design systems that exceed expectations.Our principals bring specialized knowledge in HVAC, power distribution, and lighting design, supported by certifications and registrations across multiple states. By focusing on innovation and client-centric problem-solving, we ensure projects are completed on schedule while maintaining adaptability for future needs.
Services
HVAC Systems
Plumbing Systems
Power Distribution
Lighting Design
Data/Voice Cabling
Energy Modeling
3D Space Imaging
IR Scanning
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have extensive experience in engineering solutions for education, healthcare, and industrial facilities.
- Our team prioritizes client needs through personalized engineering designs.
- We specialize in energy-efficient and sustainable engineering systems.
- Our principals include certified professionals with multi-state engineering registrations.
- We employ a BICSI RCDD-certified engineer with 15 years of IT infrastructure expertise.
Associations and certifications
- BICSI
- NCEES Mechanical PE Test Committee
Services
HVAC Systems
We design customized HVAC systems analyzing project-specific requirements to balance efficiency, maintenance needs, and budget constraints. Our engineers specify optimal control systems for boiler plants, chiller plants, and variable refrigerant flow systems while incorporating energy recovery technologies. With experience in campus-wide distributions and digital controls, we create adaptable solutions for commercial and industrial facilities.
Plumbing Systems
Our plumbing designs address both simple and complex requirements across hospitals, schools, and commercial buildings. We specialize in medical gas systems, compressed air networks, and high-purity water installations while prioritizing maintenance accessibility through strategic fixture selection and pressure management systems. Our fault-tolerant designs ensure continuous operation in critical facilities.
Power Distribution
We engineer robust power distribution systems for industrial plants and data centers requiring 99.99% uptime. Our designs incorporate redundant providers, backup generation, and N+1 configurations for mission-critical facilities. With expertise in medium voltage distribution and natural gas turbine generators, we deliver reliable electrical infrastructure for large-scale operations.
Lighting Design
Our lighting solutions combine aesthetic appeal with energy efficiency using LED technology and advanced control systems. We optimize lighting layouts to create functional environments while minimizing maintenance costs. The team balances decorative elements with practical considerations for commercial, institutional, and industrial spaces.
Data/Voice Cabling
We design future-ready data and voice networks for schools, airports, and businesses. Our BICSI RCDD-certified engineer collaborates with client IT teams to create scalable infrastructure supporting current and emerging technologies. Services include fire alarm systems, security camera networks, and nurse call systems integration.
People
Michael E. Lubbehusen
Mechanical Engineer, Principal
Purdue graduate with mechanical engineering expertise, registered in 14 states. Specializes in corrections and educational facility design. Serves on NCEES Mechanical PE Test Committee and YMCA board.
Brian C. Johnson
Electrical Engineer, Principal
Purdue electrical engineering graduate with QS9001 certification. Former manufacturing engineer with extensive experience in commercial, medical, and retail space projects across eastern United States.
Robert Altman
Electrical Engineer, Principal
Certified lighting designer with 20+ years of experience in K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial projects. Joined Primary Engineering as partner in 2024.
Cullan Magnuson
Mechanical Engineer, Principal
Started career through high school internship, earned Purdue degree in 2017. Focuses on cost-efficient system design and client collaboration. Became partner in 2024.
Questions
What engineering services does Primary Engineering offer?
We specialize in HVAC systems, plumbing, power distribution, lighting design, and data/voice cabling for commercial and industrial projects.
How does Primary Engineering approach client-specific needs?
We conduct detailed consultations to understand project requirements before designing customized, energy-efficient systems tailored to client goals.
What industries does Primary Engineering serve?
We work with schools, hospitals, data centers, correctional facilities, and commercial buildings across Indiana and globally.
Are Primary Engineering's engineers certified professionals?
Yes, our principals hold multiple state engineering licenses and certifications including BICSI RCDD and QS9001 quality control.
Does Primary Engineering handle complex infrastructure projects?
Yes, we design systems for critical facilities including 10 MW power generation plants and 99.99% uptime data centers.
