Structural Engineer in Tennessee

Need a licensed structural engineer in Tennessee? Foundation Systems Engineering provides expert structural assessments, inspections, and design solutions. Contact us today for a free quote.

Tennessee’s Leading Structural Engineering Experts

Foundation Systems Engineering has been providing Reliable Structural Solutions for Homes, Businesses, and Large-Scale Projects Across Tennessee.


The Top-rated Geostructural Firm in Tennessee

Foundation Systems Engineering has been offering geotechnical, environmental, and geostructural engineering to Appalachia since 1942.

Expert Solutions for Safe & Reliable Foundations


When it comes to structural engineering in Tennessee, ensuring a strong foundation and resilient support systems is essential for long-term stability. Our experienced team specializes in geostructural engineering, providing foundation design, retaining wall solutions, slope stabilization, and deep foundation systems for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Whether you’re constructing a new building or reinforcing an existing structure, we deliver engineered solutions tailored to Tennessee’s unique soil conditions.

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Your #1 Structural Engineers

Reach out to Foundation Systems Engineering for help with your next project to ensure smooth operation and sound construction.

Deep Foundation Engineering in Tennessee: Secure, Load-Bearing Solutions for Any Site

When shallow foundations aren’t enough to support a structure due to poor soil conditions, high loads, or groundwater challenges, deep foundation systems provide the necessary strength and stability. Our geostructural engineering team specializes in designing and testing drilled shafts, helical piles, micropiles, auger-cast piles, and driven piles to ensure long-term structural integrity. Whether your project involves high-rise buildings, industrial facilities, bridges, or retaining structures, we engineer cost-effective, site-specific foundation solutions that comply with Tennessee’s soil conditions and seismic considerations.

Slope Stability & Landslide Prevention: Engineering for Tennessee’s Unique Terrain

Tennessee’s natural landscape includes steep slopes, rolling hills, and areas prone to erosion and landslides, making slope stability engineering essential for protecting infrastructure and property. Our geotechnical engineers provide comprehensive slope analysis, soil reinforcement, and stabilization solutions, including retaining walls, soil nails, rock anchors, and mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) systems. By using advanced geotechnical modeling and field testing, we design customized strategies that mitigate slope failure risks and ensure long-term stability for residential, commercial, and transportation projects across Tennessee.

Soil Nailing in Tennessee: Reinforcing Slopes & Retaining Walls for Long-Term Stability

When unstable slopes, excavations, or retaining walls need reinforcement, soil nailing is an efficient and cost-effective solution. This ground stabilization technique involves inserting steel bars (soil nails) into the soil or rock face, then securing them with grouted bonds to create a reinforced mass that resists movement. At Foundation Systems Engineering, we design and install soil nail systems for a variety of applications, including slope stabilization, roadway cuts, basement excavations, and landslide remediation. Our geostructural engineering team ensures every soil nailing project is tailored to Tennessee’s diverse soil conditions, providing safe, durable, and engineered solutions for long-term stability.