Commercial & Industrial Structural Engineer Serving MetroWest Boston
Third Rock Engineering supports commercial and industrial clients across MetroWest Boston, Massachusetts, with practical, efficient structural design.
R&D facility, manufacturing plant, commercial fit-out, or EV charging integration. Third Rock Engineering brings hands-on, boots-on-the-ground experience to every project, led by a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
From early feasibility through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning. Direct access to a senior licensed engineer, no handoffs.
Free Initial Consultation
A short phone call to discuss your project. No cost, no obligation.
Commercial & Industrial Structural Engineering Services
FOUNDATIONS
Equipment Foundations and Support Structures
Foundation and support design for manufacturing equipment, process machinery, rooftop units, and commercial mechanical systems.
Sized to actual site conditions and existing structural capacity. Includes EV charging foundations and canopy support.
PLATFORMS
Mezzanines, Catwalks, and Access Platforms
Elevated platform, mezzanine, and catwalk design for warehouses, manufacturing floors, and commercial buildings.
Live loads, equipment access, and code-compliant guardrails handled from the start.
SUPPORT
Crane and Hoist Support Design
Runway beam and hoist structures engineered to actual lift capacity.
Existing frames are evaluated before new loading is introduced.
MODIFIFCATIONS
Structural Modifications for Process Equipment or Utilities
When equipment moves, lines change, or commercial tenants reconfigure space, we evaluate the structural impact and design modifications that keep the building compliant.
Includes utility coordination and structural support for new mechanical systems.
ASSESSMENTS
Structural Assessments of Aging or Repurposed Facilities
Condition assessments for older commercial buildings and industrial facilities being repurposed, expanded, or sold.
Existing conditions get documented before design begins. Designs start from reality, not from 30 year old plans.
Build with clarity from the start.
Work with senior-level structural engineers who provide permit-ready plans, practical answers, and guidance tailored to your property.
Why Commercial & Industrial Clients Work With
Third Rock Engineering
A Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) Leads Every Engagement
No handoffs mid-project. With 20+ years of experience, our Professional Engineer (P.E.) personally handles every site visit, every calculation, and every building department submission.
Designs Built Around Real Operating Conditions
Equipment loads, duty cycles, operational clearances, tenant timelines, and production schedules shape every design.
Drawings built for contractors to use and facilities to actually run.
Hands-On Experience Across Industries
Manufacturing, utilities, R&D, commercial, and industrial facilities in Massachusetts.
That background shows up in designs that account for how buildings actually operate.
Transparent Billing
A single hourly rate covers engineering, drafting, and travel.
Scope is defined in writing before work begins. No surprises mid-project.
Building Department Support Through Permitting
Review comments and revision requests are addressed as part of the engagement.
The goal is a permitted, construction-ready set of documents.
Structural engineering solutions built for the real world.
We combine over 20 years of field and design experience to create safe, efficient, and buildable plans.
About
Meet Andrew Hruby, P.E.
Andrew Hruby, P.E., founded Third Rock Engineering after 20+ years of field and design experience across commercial, industrial, and residential projects in Massachusetts.
He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Every commercial and industrial engagement runs through Andrew directly, from the first site visit to the final stamped drawing.
How Commercial & Industrial Projects Get Done at Third Rock Engineering
Free Initial Phone Call
Call us or submit the contact form. We respond within one business day.
A quick, no-obligation phone call to discuss your project and answer questions. If an in-person assessment is the best next step, we schedule a site consultation.
On-Site Visit & Consultation ($295)
We conduct an on-site review of existing structural systems, operational loads, and site constraints. You leave with a professional assessment and a clear path forward.
Written Proposal & Agreement
Services, deliverables, and timeline outlined in a written agreement.
Scope, fees, and schedule are locked in before any work begins. No open-ended billing.
Engineering, Deliverables & Permitting
Drawings, calculations, and permit submissions prepared and delivered.
Building department review comments are part of the engagement.
Start your project with the right engineering support.
We provide safe, practical structural solutions backed by decades of field and design experience.
What Clients Say
Real projects. Real outcomes.
From sagging 1920s floors to six-figure platform redesigns that came in at half the estimate.
Commercial clients include:
What Commercial & Industrial Clients in Massachusetts Should Factor In Early
Permitting Requirements Vary by Municipality
Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR) applies to commercial and industrial buildings.
Review processes and required documentation vary by municipality. Knowing those differences before submitting prevents delays.
Existing Conditions Rarely Match the Original Drawings
Buildings get modified over time. As-built conditions often diverge from original documentation.
Every Third Rock project starts from verified field conditions, not assumptions.
Tight Schedules and Evolving Scopes Are the Norm
Industrial operations rarely stop for engineering. Tenant build-outs run on commercial leasing timelines.
We design with those realities in mind. Utility coordination, phased work, and long-term reliability built in.
Service Area
Serving Commercial & Industrial Clients Across MetroWest & the Blackstone Valley
Third Rock Engineering is based in Hopkinton.
We serve manufacturers, facility operators, commercial property owners, contractors, and architects throughout MetroWest and the Blackstone Valley.
Service area includes Framingham, Natick, Westborough, Marlborough, Milford, Franklin, Hopkinton, Holliston, Ashland, Northborough, Shrewsbury, and surrounding communities within a roughly 30-minute radius.
On-Site Consultation with a Licensed P.E.
One hour on-site with a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). We evaluate existing framing, foundation, and site conditions in person, give you engineering insight on feasibility and code, and leave you with a defined plan. Flat fee, payable prior to the visit.
- Project conversation: goals, scope, timeline
- On-site evaluation of existing conditions
- Professional engineering insight on feasibility and code
- Defined next steps and deliverable options
Frequently Asked Questions
Do commercial and industrial structural projects in Massachusetts require stamped drawings?
For most structural modifications, equipment foundations, tenant fit-outs, and facility additions, yes.
Requirements under Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR) vary by project type and municipality. A quick conversation before you submit anything can save significant time.
Can you work from our existing facility or building drawings?
Yes, but field conditions are always verified on site first.
As-built conditions and original documentation frequently differ in buildings that have been modified over the years.
Do you coordinate with our contractors, architects, and equipment vendors?
Yes. We coordinate directly with general contractors, architects, equipment suppliers, and facility managers throughout the project.
How long do commercial and industrial projects take?
Straightforward equipment foundation designs and small commercial modifications are typically completed within two to three weeks.
Larger assessments or multi-phase facility projects run longer. The timeline is defined in the written proposal before work begins.
Do you handle building department comments after submission?
Yes. Review comments and revision requests are addressed as part of the engagement and are not billed separately.
