
Martin Design Group, LLC
Delivering Precise Engineering Across Minnesota and Wisconsin
About the firm
Martin Design Group is a professional engineering practice headquartered in Lindstrom, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities metro area, greater Minnesota, and Wisconsin. It focuses on airport engineering, airfield design, roadway and site design, grading and drainage, military facility construction, facility management, and forensic engineering. Founder and lead engineer Jake Martin brings experience from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Martin Design Group is licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois.
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Civil Engineering · Aviation Engineering · Forensic Engineering · Transportation Engineering · Defense Engineering
Credentials
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
People
Jake MartinFounder and Lead Engineer
Capabilities
Airport Engineering Design
Service websiteComprehensive aviation planning and infrastructure design, focusing on navigating federal requirements and coordinating with aviation authorities to optimize funding and project execution.
- FAA AIP Grant Navigation
Assistance with Airport Improvement Program requirements, qualifications-based selection processes, and sponsor certifications to secure federal funding.
- Airfield Pavement Rehabilitation and Maintenance
Design and engineering for runways, taxiways, and aprons, including detailed grading design, structural rehabilitation, and airspace analysis.
- Financial Planning and Cost Estimation
Detailed capital improvement planning, budgeting, and project formulation to maximize state and federal funding sources.
Roadway, Pedestrian, and Bike Path Design
Service websiteMultimodal transportation planning and infrastructure design that connects communities and supports diverse mobility needs across urban and rural corridors.
- Transportation Network Planning
Designing connected, accessible roadways, pedestrian pathways, and trail systems that prioritize public safety and accessibility.
- Traffic Modeling and Environmental Review
Utilizing advanced traffic modeling and environmental assessment methodologies to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable project delivery.
Site Design and Land Development
Service websiteDetailed land planning and site layouts optimized to balance functionality, environmental stewardship, and zoning compliance.
- Site Layout Optimization
Comprehensive planning for commercial, residential, and public spaces to ensure efficient land use and optimal configuration.
- Slope Stabilization and Retaining Structures
Engineering specialized structural solutions, including retaining walls, to manage challenging grades and ensure site stability.
Grading, Drainage, and Hydraulic Analysis
Service websiteWater resources engineering designed to manage stormwater runoff, mitigate flooding, and ensure long-term infrastructural resilience.
- Stormwater Management and Site Grading
Advanced grading designs and stormwater routing systems tailored to unique site conditions to minimize environmental impacts.
- Hydraulic Structure Design
Analysis and engineering of culverts, retention basins, and conveyance structures in compliance with local and state standards.
Military and Defense Facility Infrastructure
Service websiteSpecialized design and construction oversight for defense facilities, delivering secure and resilient infrastructure that supports mission-critical operations.
- Defense Facility Design
Planning and engineering secure military infrastructure, including barracks, training facilities, and operational centers.
- Construction Oversight and Management
Ensuring strict compliance with federal military standards and rapid-response requirements under complex operational environments.
Facility and Lifecycle Asset Management
Service websiteStrategic planning and lifecycle analysis to optimize the performance, efficiency, and longevity of public and private infrastructure assets.
- Strategic Project Scoping
Defining precise project bounds, budgets, and timelines to align infrastructure assets with long-term operational goals.
- Predictive Maintenance and Asset Optimization
Implementing proactive strategies and lifecycle assessments to reduce operational costs and ensure continuous facility performance.
Forensic Engineering and Failure Analysis
Service websiteScientific investigation and failure diagnostics of facility components to identify root causes and recommend durable remediation pathways.
- Building Envelope Diagnostics
Detailed evaluation of roof systems, exterior cladding, and moisture intrusion pathways.
- Foundation and Structural Analysis
Investigating structural failures and foundation settlement to determine the cause and recommend conceptual repair scopes.
- Litigation and Insurance Claim Support
Providing objective engineering reports and technical analysis to support insurance reviews and legal proceedings.
Feasibility Studies and Permitting
Service websitePreliminary planning and regulatory alignment to assess project viability and streamline approvals across jurisdictions.
- Conceptual Planning and Viability Studies
Conducting initial assessments to evaluate the technical, financial, and regulatory feasibility of proposed projects.
- Regulatory Compliance and Permitting
Navigating permitting processes with local, state, and federal agencies to mitigate risks and avoid project delays.
Industries
Airports · Aviation · Defense · Federal · Government · Highways & Roads · Land Development · Stormwater & Flood Control
Projects
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