News & Awards

We are happy to welcome three new interns, Kristen Cole, Ryan Davie and Matthew Torello to work in our York office. Kristen completed her third year at Penn State University majoring in Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical Option and plans to continue to get her Masters upon graduation. Kristen is the President of Alpha Rho Chi … Read more

We are pleased to welcome Chad Shelley as an Electrical Designer to work in our York office. Chad brings over 13 years of experience in the engineering profession and previously held the positions of CAD Drafter, Electrical Drafter and CAD/Revit Specialist at his previous job. He earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Drafting from … Read more

We are happy to welcome two new interns, Joshua Lange and Jonathan Alles to work in our State College office and welcome back Nolan Amos whom also interned last year. Joshua Lange is a student at Penn State University majoring in Architectural Engineering with a Lighting/Electrical Option. He has previously interned at Penn State’s Office … Read more

We are pleased to welcome Robert Hiner as a Construction Services Representative to work in our York office. Bob brings over 36 year of experience in Construction Services and Project Construction Management. He worked for ATCO Mechanical for 14 years and then started a Mechanical Contracting Business, H&R Mechanical, Inc. which he owned and operated for … Read more

We are excited to welcome Amy Diehl, EIT as a Mechanical Designer and Jeffrey Hoffecker as a CAD Technician to our team. Amy is a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering. She has over 5 years of experience in HVAC and mechanical building system design of healthcare, … Read more

We are pleased to announce that Jonathan Slagel, PE, LEED AP has been promoted to Vice President of our York office. Jon joined Barton in 1994 and has 20 years of experience as a project manager and mechanical engineer. He will serve as a business unit leader and oversee the daily activities of the York office, … Read more

We are pleased to announce that Michael Rader, PE, CEM has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Michael joined the firm in 1997 as a mechanical engineer and most recently served as a business unit leader of the York office. He will continue to serve as the Vice President of Education. As Chief Operating … Read more

Bartolomeo Varone, EIT has been hired as a Project Manager/Electrical Designer to work in our York office. He has over 18 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, and brings extensive experience in educational, commercial and retail projects to the Barton team. He is a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical … Read more

Two key employees in our York office have been promoted to further strengthen and grow the business. Douglas Barnhart, PE was named Regional Technical Director of Mechanical and Wesley Stiles, PE was named Regional Technical Director of Electrical. Douglas has been with Barton Associates for over 8 years. He is now responsible for providing technical … Read more

Barton Associates’ commitment to Make Buildings Work continues to be recognized. The Amanda E. Stout Elementary School and Benners Courts project in Berks County, PA has received multiple design awards! Urban Land Institute, Philadelphia District Council Construction Project Awards AIA Eastern Pennsylvania United States Green Building Council, Central Pennsylvania Chapter

Jarod Stanton, PE, LEED AP has been hired as a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work in our State College office. Jarod has over 9 years of experience in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection design projects with a focus on healthcare, educational, and senior living facilities. He is a graduate of Penn State University with a … Read more

Barton Associates is honored to be among the nation’s top mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection design firms. We apply focus, dedication, practicality, precision, and longevity to each project we deliver and live by these principles to help us achieve our mission — We Make Buildings Work. The 2014 MEP Giants report published by Consulting-Specifying … Read more

Adam Warriner, PE, LEED AP was named Mechanical Practice Area Leader and Director of Mechanical Engineering, Richard Koval, PE, LEED AP was named Regional Technical Director for Electrical Engineering and Kelly Fry, MBA was named Marketing Manager. Adam is now responsible for the overall direction and technical guidance of the firm’s Mechanical Engineering Department in … Read more

Scott Schultz has been hired as a CAD Technician in our York office. Scott graduated this month with academic honors from York Technical Institute (YTI) with an Associate of Specialized Technology Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design. Scott received the President’s Award which is given to graduates who exemplified superior commitment, enthusiasm, and leadership … Read more

Russell Gray earned his Professional Engineer (PE) license from the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. Russ has served as a Mechanical Designer with the firm for seven years and has been involved in a variety of projects for healthcare and educational facilities. He has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical … Read more

Matthew Bergey has been hired as an Electrical Designer in our York office. Matthew graduated magna cum laude from Messiah College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with electrical and computer concentrations and Minor in Business Administration. Matthew held officer positions in the Engineering Honors Society and Active Minds at Messiah College and … Read more

Yancy Unger, PE, LEED AP has been hired as a Senior Client Manager to work in our York office. Yancy brings to Barton Associates his 19 years of management, engineering, and sustainable building design experience. Throughout his career, he has focused on higher education, laboratory, historical renovations, government, and cultural arts projects. Yancy is a … Read more

Michael Jacobs, PE, LEED AP has been hired as a Senior Client Manager to work in our York office. With a career spanning over 14 years in Senior Engineering and Project Management, Jacobs brings an extensive list of experience in design, planning and management of healthcare, laboratory and higher education MEP projects to Barton Associates. … Read more