We Make Buildings Work

MEP Engineering, Energy & Lighting Design

For more than 58 years, Barton Associates, Inc. has designed MEP engineering, energy, and lighting systems across the South and Mid-Atlantic. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every engineer working on your project has a direct stake in its outcome and in the clients and the communities it serves.

Decades of Proven Engineering Expertise

58+

Years of Experience

Delivering MEP engineering, lighting, and energy design across the South & Mid-Atlantic since 1968.

100+

Dedicated Professionals

Registered engineers, designers, and technicians, all invested as employee-owners.

6,500+

Completed Projects

Hospitals, campuses, and community spaces engineered to keep performing for decades.

6

Office Locations

Serving clients from six offices across Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and New Jersey.

Barton Associates, Inc. brings together registered professional engineers, designers, technicians, and project managers across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and energy design. Owners, architects, and facility teams come to us because we listen first, anticipate the challenges ahead, and stay accountable through every phase of a project.

Whether it’s a hospital, campus, or community facility, we design building systems for the people who rely on them today and the owners who will operate them for decades.

Trusted in High-Stakes Environments

At Barton Associates, Inc., our engineers understand what’s at stake in the buildings we design. We specialize in the education and healthcare markets, where the systems are the most complex, and the margin for error is thinnest. That same expertise extends to senior living, multi-family and mixed-use, corporate and workplace, cultural spaces, libraries, municipal facilities, and sports & recreation.

Our Services

Lighting Design

Award-winning architectural lighting that shapes how a space feels, looks, and functions, designed by a dedicated studio from first concept through construction.

MEP Engineering

Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems designed for performance, code compliance, and decades of reliable operation, tailored to the demands of every facility.

Energy & Sustainability

From energy procurement and conservation to alternative technologies and funding, we help reduce consumption, conserve resources, and improve environmental quality.

Why Clients Stay With Barton Consulting Engineers

Jim Biesecker
Client Story

We value Barton responsiveness and ability to react to changing project requirements while maintaining a focus on quality documentation utilizing not only industry best practices but innovative ideas. We value the institutional knowledge and engineering ability at Barton Education and would highly recommend them to prospective institutions.

Jim Biesecker, Associate Vice President of Facilities Planning & Management
Gettysburg College
David Carey, AIA, LEED AP
Client Story

HH Architecture has been working with Barton over the past five years, and our partnership has been extremely successful. Barton has consistently been a great partner in working through design challenges, understanding client needs and budgets, and developing practical, cost-effective MEP solutions.

David Carey, AIA, LEED AP, Principal, Technical Director
HH Architecture
Robert Cramer, AIA
Client Story

Barton is one of our most trusted partners for PME engineering. We can consistently rely on them for their attention to detail, clear communication, and responsive coordination. We receive their drawings and input with confidence knowing that they have the necessary expertise and have given the project the attention it deserves.

Robert Cramer, AIA, Principal
Studio 310
Tim Murray, CHFM, CHOP-B
Client Story

Our long-standing relationship with Barton has been built through years of successful collaboration across a wide range of projects and WellSpan facilities. Their familiarity with our organization and facilities allows their team to understand our needs and provide responsive, reliable support. We value the expertise and continuity Barton brings to every project.

Tim Murray, CHFM, CHOP-B, Director Facilities Maintenance Engineering
WellSpan Health
Donald Papson
Client Story

Barton has been a valued partner on multiple projects, including the MEP upgrades at the Hershey Theatre and the construction and expansion of the Conservatory at Hershey Gardens. Their team has been responsive, collaborative, and attentive to the unique requirements of both facilities, helping deliver successful outcomes through expertise & commitment.

Donald Papson, President and Executive Director
The MS Hershey Foundation
Josh Reynolds
Client Story

Barton has been a valued partner to Gettysburg Area School District since 2001, providing exceptional MEP design services across more than 20 projects. Their innovative design approach has consistently delivered forward-thinking solutions that enhance building performance, sustainability, and long-term value.

Josh Reynolds, Director of Facilities/School Safety and Security
Gettysburg Area School District
Kurt Rohrbaugh
Client Story

With 20 successful projects completed since 2004, their team has become a trusted partner in supporting the district’s evolving infrastructure needs. They are quick to respond to questions or concerns, and their proactive engagement helps prevent issues before they arise.

Kurt Rohrbaugh, Director of Business Operations
Dallastown Area School District
Jacob Unzicker, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Client Story

We’ve worked with Barton Associates, Inc. for over ten years, completing several multi-family and mixed-use developments together, with multiple projects currently underway. Their team understands our workflow and shares our approach to serving clients well. It’s been a genuine pleasure and we look forward to continuing the partnership for years to come.

Jacob Unzicker, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Vice President
Mode3 Architecture
Teague Willits-Kelley, MA, PMP
Client Story

Over the past few years, collaborating with Barton has been exceptional. Their team is remarkably attentive to our evolving project needs, navigating inevitable pivots with ease while delivering consistently high-quality results at every stage.

Teague Willits-Kelley, MA, PMP, Senior Facilities Project Manager
Mount Nittany Health

Featured Projects

Ocean Health Initiatives Toms River Health Center

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Bentley Hall at Allegheny College

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Kline Fitness Center at Dickinson College

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Ready to Make Your Building Work?

Every building has different demands, and every client has different constraints. Tell us about yours. Our engineers listen first, ask the right questions, and help you understand your options before anything is designed. Whether it’s new construction, a renovation, or an early idea you’re still weighing, we’re ready to help.