Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Municipal & Infrastructure Solutions
Established in 1937, our firm has dedicated over eight decades to delivering comprehensive engineering solutions tailored to municipal infrastructure needs. With a team of more than 170 qualified professionals, we specialize in addressing complex challenges across transportation, potable water systems, wastewater management, and environmental projects. Our collaborative approach prioritizes client expectations while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Our proven quality assurance processes and expertise in securing alternative funding have solidified our reputation as trusted advisors to over 100 communities in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.Our leadership team actively engages in project execution, combining decades of technical knowledge with hands-on problem-solving capabilities. Through continuous innovation in areas such as drone technology and geographic information systems, we maintain our position at the forefront of modern engineering practices. Our commitment to community stewardship extends beyond project delivery through active participation in professional organizations and educational outreach initiatives. This dedication to both technical excellence and social responsibility has sustained strong client relationships for generations.
Services
Municipal Engineering
Transportation Planning
Potable Water Systems
Wastewater Management
Stormwater Solutions
Construction Management
Land Surveying
Environmental Services
Development Review
GIS Mapping
Details
- Year established: 1937
Highlights and features
- 88 years of continuous engineering expertise
- 170+ qualified professionals, including 40+ engineers
- Proven success securing alternative project funding
- Rigorous quality assurance/quality control processes
- Active executive leadership involvement in projects
Services
Municipal Engineering
We provide comprehensive municipal engineering solutions addressing infrastructure needs from conceptual planning through final construction. Our expertise covers roadway design, utility systems, and public facility development. With extensive experience in ordinance compliance and master plan coordination, we help communities implement projects that enhance quality of life while maintaining regulatory standards through rigorous quality control protocols.
Transportation Planning
Our transportation engineering services focus on creating efficient, safe, and sustainable mobility solutions. We specialize in complete streets implementation, traffic impact analysis, and roadway improvement projects. Through stakeholder engagement and technical analysis, we develop transportation systems that balance community needs with engineering best practices while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and funding requirements.
Potable Water Systems
We design and manage infrastructure for safe, reliable drinking water delivery. Our services include water treatment plant upgrades, distribution system analysis, and storage facility rehabilitation. With expertise in regulatory compliance and long-term infrastructure planning, we help clients implement cost-effective solutions that ensure water quality and system resilience while meeting evolving environmental standards.
Stormwater Solutions
Our stormwater management expertise addresses flood mitigation, drainage improvement, and MS4 compliance needs. We develop comprehensive solutions incorporating detention basins, green infrastructure, and watershed analysis. Through field testing and construction oversight, we ensure systems perform as designed while minimizing environmental impacts and meeting regulatory requirements across municipal jurisdictions.
Environmental Services
We provide environmental assessment and compliance services for infrastructure projects. Our capabilities include site assessments, permitting coordination, and regulatory strategy development. By integrating environmental considerations with engineering design, we help clients navigate complex requirements while maintaining project timelines and budgets through proactive agency coordination and technical documentation.
People
Jennifer S. Prinz
Director of Engineering
As Director of Engineering, Jennifer leads our technical teams with over 20 years of municipal infrastructure experience. A licensed professional engineer and certified floodplain manager, she specializes in water resource projects and regulatory compliance strategies. Jennifer actively mentors staff while maintaining professional affiliations that keep her current with industry advancements.
Questions
What types of engineering services does Robinson Engineering specialize in?
We provide full-service municipal engineering including transportation planning, water/wastewater systems, stormwater management, land surveying, and environmental compliance solutions.
How long has Robinson Engineering been in business?
Our firm has served Midwest communities since 1937, making us one of the region's longest-established engineering firms specializing in municipal infrastructure.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin municipalities with seven regional offices strategically located throughout the Chicagoland area.
What makes Robinson Engineering different from other firms?
Our unique combination of technical expertise, proven funding strategies, and hands-on executive leadership involvement creates tailored solutions that meet specific community needs.
Do you offer construction management services?
Yes, our construction management team provides field observation, compliance monitoring, and quality control services for infrastructure projects across multiple jurisdictions.
