Foundation Engineering, Inc.

Professional geotechnical services throughout the Pacific Northwest

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About the firm

Foundation Engineering, Inc. is an Oregon-based geotechnical engineering practice providing geotechnical design, engineering geology, and construction monitoring services. Founded in 1982, it specializes in evaluating the unique geological properties of the Pacific Northwest to develop practical earthwork and foundation recommendations.

Established
1982
Firm type
Geotechnical Engineering · Forensic Engineering

People

Bill NickelsPresident & Principal Engineer

James MaitlandSenior Consultant

Dave RunningSenior Engineer

Mel McCrackenSenior Engineer

Jeff TuckerSenior Engineer

Brooke RunningSenior Geologist

Matt MasonSenior Project Engineer

Capabilities

Geotechnical Investigations and Design

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Analytical evaluations and subsurface programs tailored to support infrastructure and structural earthworks.

  • Subsurface Exploration
  • Deep Foundations
  • Shallow Foundations and Mats
  • Trenchless Technology Design
  • Pavement Design

Engineering Geology and Hazard Studies

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Detailed assessments of site geology and potential environmental hazards to guide mitigation planning.

  • Geologic Hazards Assessment
  • Landslide Investigations and Mitigation
  • Seismic Hazard Studies
  • Ground Water, Seepage, and Dewatering

Construction Observation and Monitoring

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Field-based observation, structural instrumentation, and pile testing during construction phases.

  • Construction Observation
  • Instrumentation and Monitoring
  • Dynamic Pile Testing

Specialized Geotechnical Services

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Advanced geostructural solutions, forensic analysis, and value engineering for complex development projects.

  • Forensic Engineering and Expert Witness Services
  • Ground Improvement
  • Machine Foundations
  • Value Engineering

Industries

Airports · Transportation · Water Supply · Wastewater · Residential · Education · Government · Marine

Projects

Eugene Airport

Airports

Project details

Geotechnical evaluation and engineering services for airport pavement and facility improvements.