Our History
More than 50 years ago, Crow Engineering Co. was founded by Gerald W. Crow, P.E., and specialized in mechanical engineering and planning, primarily for the forest products industry. Our firm was founded on and continues to subscribe to the principles of honesty, hard work, and technical quality.
Bradford Conrad Crow Engineering Co., was formed in 1992 in a merger between Crow Engineering Co. and the structural and civil engineering firm, Bradford and Associates, Inc. (formerly doing business as Dick W. Ebeling, Inc.). Merging these complementary companies was obvious for providing outstanding service to the forest products industry in addition to other industrial and commercial clients.
In August 2016, our company grew stronger as we brought new principals into the fold. We simplified the company name by changing it back to Crow Engineering to reflect our history. Today’s Crow Engineering leadership and key personnel are still on board, bridging the past and the future and continuing to provide quality design for our current and new clients.
Our Evolution
Our firm was founded on and continues to subscribe to the principles of honesty, hard work, and technical quality.
Founded
Founded by Gerald W. Crow, P.E., and specialized in mechanical engineering and planning, primarily for the forest products industry.
Merger
Bradford Conrad Crow Engineering Co., was formed in 1992 in a merger between Crow Engineering Co. and the structural and civil engineering firm, Bradford and Associates, Inc. (formerly doing business as Dick W. Ebeling, Inc.).
New Principals
In August 2016, our company grew stronger as we brought new principals into the fold. We simplified the company name by changing it back to Crow Engineering to reflect our history.
IA & Robotics Services
Through AI and robotics, we can optimize design, automate tasks, and reduce errors, resulting in cost savings and increased productivity.
Our Principals
President & Director of Industrial Engineering
Hunter Wylie
Hunter has successfully owned and managed engineering firms, and its many disciplines, for over 20 years. Since acquiring Crow Engineering in August 2016, Hunter has accelerated the growth of the company from 17 team members to 60. This has led Crow Engineering to obtain new clients and opportunities across the US. Hunter has built a culture within Crow Engineering that “values the 2nd call back more than the 1st”. Hunter and his team achieve this by listening to client needs, redefining the services we offer based on those needs, then formulating partnerships to provide those services accordingly. Hunter has a motto that he upholds diligently, “to win for our clients.”
Vice President
John Zeitlin
John is a seasoned executive with a consistent track record of accelerating revenue, profit, and shareholder value growth across emerging public and private companies. John has brought his prior experience as a President, CPO, and Director of Services to Crow Engineering as a visionary strategist known for leveraging creativity to establish the company with sustainable, long-term growth potential and lasting client value. John demonstrates effectiveness and decisiveness in leadership, coupled with unwavering integrity and character.
Financial Controller
Holly Ensign
Holly is a highly experienced finance and operations professional with over three decades of experience. She holds a BS in Finance and Marketing from the University of Oregon, a BA in Accounting from Linfield University, and has achieved the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation. Throughout her career, she has served as Chief Financial Officer in the capital management, land development, construction, and produce industries. In addition to her financial expertise, Holly has a broad range of experience including leadership in human resources, legal, company restructures, mergers and acquisitions, software conversions, and implementing best practices. Her diverse skill set and extensive background make her well-equipped to lead both finance and human resources at Crow, ensuring operational efficiency and organizational success.
Our Engineers
Mechanical Engineering Manager
Ira Crisp
Ira provides 30+ years of experience ranging from commercial and industrial construction to heavy truck and oil field equipment design. Ira graduated from Oregon State University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and holds a Professional Engineering license with the State of Oregon. At Crow, Ira leads the mechanical engineering team with a focus on delivering value to our clients through proven designs that are safe, efficient, and reliable. Ira’s team integrates state-of-the-art technology into client’s facilities to help them maintain a competitive advantage. Many projects involve emerging technologies that use robotics, optimization through artificial intelligence (AI), and alternate uses for fiber.
Structural Engineering Manager
Sudarsana "Reddy" Chilakala, P.E.
Reddy has over four decades experience of structural and geotechnical engineering. Reddy’s team consists of ten personnel: four engineers and six designers/drafters. Reddy obtained his graduate degree at Florida International University in structural engineering and holds engineering licenses in 15 states. Reddy has utilized his passion in structural engineering throughout Saudi Arabia, India, Singapore, and the US. Reddy is seasoned in residential, commercial, oil & gas, and manufacturing sectors of structural engineering.
Fabrication Engineering Manager
Matt Lanier
Matt has an expansive background in industrial engineering design, fabrication, and installation services. At Crow Engineering, Matt serves as the direct contact for mechanical and structural fabrication projects. Matt manages the mechanical design team of the Aberdeen, NC office for Crow Engineering’s remote personnel. Matt is responsible for project management, scheduling, budgeting, fabrication estimates, and overseeing mechanical design.
Interested in joining our team?
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