Mechanical Design
A powerhouse of mechanical engineering, MSI Engineers has the knowledge, experience and capacity to design an extensive array of mechanical systems. Our engineers of all experience levels work closely together to create mechanical designs that incorporate accuracy, fresh ideas, performance and innovation.
HVAC Systems
- Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS)
- Fan Coils and Heat Pumps
- Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems (VRF)
- High Efficiency VAV
- Commercial Kitchen Ventilation
- Industrial/Processing Ventilation
- Laboratory Systems
Hydronic Systems
- Hot Water, Chilled Water and Heat Pump Systems
- Primary-Secondary Pumping Systems
- Hydronic Snowmelt Systems
Building Automation Controls
- Complete Building Control System Design
- Detailed Control System Schematics
- Thorough Sequences of Operation
Central Plant Systems
- Central Boiler Plants
- Central Chiller Plants
- Steam Plant Systems
- District Steam and Chilled Water Distribution Systems
Other Services
- Study and Survey Services
- Energy Life Cycle Cost Analysis
- Cost Estimating
- Enhanced Construction Administration
- Pre-Design Planning
- Fire Protection Design
Electrical Design
MSI applies its proven client-forward philosophy, collaborative design approach and focus on quality from it’s mechanical engineering roots to its quickly expanding electrical engineering department lead by a senior team of principles.
Emergency, Critical and Renewable Power
- Life Safety and Critical Power Systems
- UPS Systems
- Standby Generation
Low Voltage Systems
- Communications Technologies
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Access, Security and Alarm Systems
Comprehensive Electrical System Design
- Building Utility Services
- Power Distribution
- On-site Power Generation
Lighting Controls and Design
- Interior, Exterior, Architectural Lighting Design
- Photometric Studies
- Lighting Control Design
Other Services
- Power Systems Analysis including ArcFlash, Fault Current, and Coordination Studies
- Lightning Protection Systems
Plumbing and Fire Protection Design
Decades of experience in the plumbing department at MSI mean clients receive the plumbing product everyone wants; systems that are functional and efficient. From aesthetic downspouts to industrial waste systems, MSI has the breadth and depth of plumbing experience needed for any task.
Medical / Laboratory Plumbing Systems
- Med and Lab Gas Systems (Air, Vac, Gas, O2)
- Chemical Waste and Vent Systems
Industrial Plumbing Systems
- Compressed Air Systems
- Trench Drain Systems
- Fuel dispensing systems
- Oil/Water Separation Systems
- Process water systems
Domestic and Storm Water Systems
- Commercial Domestic Water Distribution Systems
- Hot Water Recirculation Systems
- Water Softening and RO Filtration Systems
- Sump Pump Design/Dewatering Systems Design
- Storm water drainage systems
Fuel Gas Systems
- Natural Gas Distribution Systems
- Propane Storage and Distribution Systems
Fire Protection
- Wet, Dry and Preaction Sprinkler Systems
- Standpipe Systems
- Fire Pump System
Sustainable Design
At MSI Engineers, the sustainable impact of our work is at the forefront of each and every project we’re part of. Being based in Washington State, with one of the most stringent energy codes in the country, we make it our mission to be on the cutting edge of new technologies and design approaches that reduce our impact on the environment.
Sustainability Services
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
- Energy Life Cycle Costing Analysis
- WSSP (Washington Sustainable Schools Protocol)
- Green Globes (Green Building Initiative)
- Energy Star Design
- Energy Rebate Assistance
Examples of Sustainable Mechanical Systems Design
- Ground source heat pump systems
- Ground source heat pump plants
- Injection/extraction wells
- Solar water heating
- Sewer waste heat recovery systems
- Exhaust air heat recovery systems
- Heat recovery chiller plants
- Heat recovery run-around loops
- Water efficient plumbing design
- Enhanced thermal comfort analysis
- Enhanced metering with digital dashboard information systems
Alternative Project Delivery Methods
MSI Engineers has extensive experience working with all of the traditional and alternative delivery methods and our design teams understand the challenges and benefits associated with each. MSI’s collaborative approach makes us highly adaptable to new and innovative methods of developing and managing a project.
Delivery Method Experience
- DBB (Design-Bid-Build)
- DB (Design-Build)
- Progressive Design-Build/Design Assist
- ILPD (Integrated Lean Project Delivery)
- GCCM (General Contractor Construction Management)
- MCCM (Mechanical Contractor Construction Management)
- JOC (Job Order Contract)
Building Information Modeling (BIM)
At MSI Engineers, we take immense pride in the quality of our drawings. We know that the clarity, completeness and coordination of our drawings have a direct impact on the success of the project. MSI Engineers has always been an early adopter of the latest drafting software and can be counted on to have the most up to date technologies in our toolbox and the talent to utilize those tools to their maximum potential.
Revit/BIM
- HVAC, Hydronic and Plumbing Systems
- Clash Detection
- 3-D Perspectives
- Fly Through Videos
- Navisworks Coordination
AutoCAD Services
- 3-D HVAC, hydronic and plumbing systems