Pearson Engineering
We combine sound engineering principles with consideration of every aspect of your system. In all our projects, we incorporate energy conservation and sustainability.
Our team begins projects with onsite investigations. We embrace a "boots on the ground" approach to understand our clients' operations. Only then do we move forward with a design. And after the equipment is installed, we make sure it works as intended. Our approach allows us to effectively communicate with both leadership and operations staff to recommend appropriate solutions. We’ve been transforming indoor environments since 1986 when Dick Pearson established the firm. Current President Brian Basken continues that inventive spirit. He developed an innovative, easy-to-implement energy management tool that reduces energy use without significant capital investment. It often results in substantial energy savings. Through our diverse design services, we assist clients with new and existing buildings to develop HVAC systems for their facility. Clients value our ability to discover the causes of complex problems and develop solutions – often using the latest technology. We’re proud of our proven record of improving indoor comfort and increasing energy savings.
Multi-State Engineering Licenses
Pearson Engineering personnel hold professional engineering licenses in many states throughout the country. We routinely utilize Licensure by Comity to achieve license status in additional states to meet our clients’ needs.
Celebrating Community Growth & Prosperity
We believe in giving back to communities to improve their quality of life. We offer financial support to many groups including the following:
- Dane County Humane Society Bark & Wine
- Madison Rotary Foundation which provides grants to Madison area non-profit organizations
- NBC 15’s Share Your Holidays to eliminate hunger campaign in cooperation with Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin
- Pearson Engineering Endowed Scholarships awarded by Madison College Foundation to students enrolled in various engineering studies
- Babies & Beyond of WI providing free assistance to Madison area families
- ProHealth Care Foundation that supports Waukesha County health and wellness programs
At the industry level, we contribute to a research program led by ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers). We’re also a Gold Sponsor for the local IFMA Chapter (International Association of Facility Managers).
Our employees also donate time to local organizations. Jason Beren served as president of the Rotary Club of Madison, one of the 10 largest clubs in the world. Brian Basken serves on the board of the Madison Rotary Foundation.
Since 2006, Jason has helped organize and train the swim safety volunteers for the Ironman Wisconsin Triathlon.
Our History
1986
Dick Pearson returns to his hometown of Madison and starts Pearson Engineering to provide analysis and problem-solving engineering services for HVAC systems.1997
Pearson Engineering teams up with CUNA Mutual Group in Madison, a relationship that lasts to this day.1998
Brian Basken joins Pearson Engineering.2003
ProHealth Care and Pearson Engineering begin working together to improve campus and facility healthcare standards in Southeastern Wisconsin.2004
Madison Area Technical College and Pearson Engineering begin collaborating on projects to improve indoor air quality and energy efficiency.2005
Jeremy Bartell, our former engineering student co-op, joins Pearson Engineering.2005
Anne Meyer becomes Pearson Engineering’s administrator.2008
Brian Basken and Jeremy Bartell become the owners of Pearson Engineering.2009
Dan White becomes Pearson Engineering’s HVAC designer.2010
Jason Beren joins Pearson Engineering’s senior project team.2011
Kyle Halverson, our former engineering student co-op, joins Pearson Engineering.2011
Dick Pearson’s milestone (aka: retirement) is celebrated by friends and colleagues. Dick continues to be active in ASHRAE and with occasional special projects at Pearson Engineering.2013
Lillibridge Health Care Services retains Pearson Engineering to assess, plan and modernize HVAC systems for their nationwide portfolio of medical properties.2018
Nathan Hensley joins Pearson Engineering’s CAD team.2019
Kyle Halverson becomes a partner at Pearson Engineering.2020
Alex Olson joins Pearson Engineering’s CAD team.After 15 years, Anne Meyer retires as Pearson Engineering’s administrator.
2021
Jen Bartell becomes Pearson Engineering’s Administrative Assistant.Tanner Hudziak, a former engineering student co-op, joins Pearson Engineering.