Michaud Cooley Erickson

Innovative Engineering. Impactful Experiences.

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About the firm

Michaud Cooley Erickson is a Minneapolis-headquartered full-service MEP engineering practice established to deliver mechanical, electrical, lighting, fire protection, technology systems, commissioning, and energy management solutions. Operating across both the private and public sectors, it has over 25 years of dedicated aviation infrastructure experience. Its diverse portfolio spans aviation, corporate offices, healthcare, education, mission-critical facilities, and science and technology markets, combining technical specialization with a strong focus on collaboration and long-term client success.

Established
1974
Team
Midsize
Firm type
MEP · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Fire Protection Engineering · Telecom / RF Engineering

People

Greg TrendePresident & Partner

Jason PetermannVice President of Operations & Partner

Leisbel LamVice President of Sales & Partner

Nick EdwardsPrincipal & Partner

Rosemary WolfPrincipal & Partner (Aviation Lead)

Ken KindvallPrincipal (Aviation Lead)

Capabilities

Mechanical Engineering

Delivers comprehensive climate control, ventilation, and plumbing system designs that optimize energy efficiency and building operations.

  • HVAC and Climate Control Systems

    Designs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning infrastructure to maintain optimal indoor air quality and comfort.

  • Plumbing and Piping Design

    Develops clean water supply, sanitary waste, and specialized fluid piping systems for diverse facility types.

  • Energy Management Solutions

    Implements systems and strategies to monitor, control, and reduce energy consumption across building portfolios.

Electrical Engineering

Provides high-performance power distribution, emergency generation, and electrical infrastructure planning for complex facilities.

  • Power Distribution Systems

    Engineers robust electrical infrastructure to safely route and manage power from the utility source to end-use points.

  • Emergency and Standby Power

    Designs backup generation and uninterruptible power supplies to maintain continuous operations during utility outages.

Lighting Design

Integrates architectural and functional illumination solutions to enhance interior and exterior environments.

Fire Protection Engineering

Develops integrated life safety, fire detection, and active suppression systems to protect building occupants and structures.

Technology Systems

Designs robust building telecommunications, network infrastructure, and specialized wireless communication systems.

  • Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)

    Engineers in-building wireless coverage solutions to ensure seamless cellular and emergency responder connectivity.

Commissioning

Verifies and documents that building systems are designed, installed, and calibrated to operate in accordance with operational requirements.

  • Mechanical Systems Commissioning

    Performs rigorous verification and optimization of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

  • Building Automation Control Sequences

    Designs and verifies monitoring and control sequences to ensure consistency with master facility infrastructure.

Industries

Aviation · Commercial · Hospitality · Government · Healthcare · Education · Mission Critical Facilities · Retail · Research Facilities

Projects

MSP Terminal 1

Minneapolis, MN · Aviation · Client: Metropolitan Airports Commission

Project details

Full MEP service offering to maximize the passenger experience.

MSP Restroom Program

Minneapolis, MN · Aviation · 2015 · Client: Metropolitan Airports Commission

Project details

Award-winning restroom remodels.

MSP Operational Improvements

Minneapolis, MN · Aviation · Client: Metropolitan Airports Commission

Project details

Provides infrastructure upgrades to enhance first impressions and curbside operations.