Comprehensive Civil, Structural, Transportation, Geotechnical, Ecological Engineering, and Professional Land Surveying Solutions Throughout Oregon.
For half a century, Branch Engineering has been a trusted partner on thousands of public and private projects — from municipal infrastructure and industrial developments to residential communities and transportation systems. Our multidisciplinary team provides end-to-end project support, from initial planning and feasibility studies through design, permitting, and construction management. Every project is handled with precision, efficiency, and a commitment to quality.
Trusted Engineering Solutions for Over Half a Century
Since 1977, Branch Engineering, Inc. has provided comprehensive civil, structural, traffic, and geotechnical engineering services throughout the southern Willamette Valley and beyond. As a mid-sized, full-service firm based in Oregon, we combine the expertise + capacity of a large company with the responsiveness and personal service of a local team.
With dozens of dedicated professionals, including professional engineers, land surveyors, and wetland scientist, our clients benefit from decades of technical experience, innovative problem-solving, and a deep understanding of local conditions, agencies, and permitting processes.
Branch Engineering – Leadership Team
Nathan Patterson, P.E.
Principle
Joshua Annett, P.E.
Structural Department Manager/Principal
Tucker Hines, P.L.S.
Assistant Survey Manager/Associate
Jillian Mithun
Operations ManagerSenior Staff
Dan Haga, P.E. – Senior Transportation Engineer
Lane Branch, P.E. – Senior Civil Engineer
Renee Clough, P.E. – Senior Project Engineer
Rick Hernandez, P.E., S.E. – Senior Structural Engineer
Ron Derrick, P.E., G.E. – Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Civil Engineering Team
Nathan Patterson, P.E. — Principal — Civil Engineering Department Manager
Julie Leland P.E. — Principal — Municipal/Construction Manager
Damien Gilbert, P.E. — Principal — Municipal Engineering
Dan Haga, P.E. — Senior Engineer
Lane Branch, P.E. – Senior Engineer
Andrew Park, P.E. — Project Engineer II
Kery Navarro, E.I. – Project Engineer I
Samuel Rabe, E.I. — Project Engineer I
Zharita Zurita Alfaro, E.I. — Project Engineer I
Ananda Sherwood — Civil Engineering Designer
Jayce Clevenger, E.I., L.S.I. — Civil Engineering Designer
Udgath Lingam — Civil Engineering Designer
Victoria Jacob — Civil Engineering Designer
Jesse Weishar — Engineering Technician
Mason Wallace — Engineering Technician/Construction Inspector
Rod Boyd — Construction Inspector
Survey Team
Dan Nelson, P.L.S. – Principal – Survey Department Manager
Tucker Hines, P.L.S., E.I. – Associate – Assistant Survey Department Manager
Renee Clough, P.E. – Senior Project Engineer
Michael Trimnell – Survey Crew Supervisor
Antonio Sanchez – Survey Field Crew
Liam Nielsen – Survey Field Crew
Matthew Bradshaw, L.S.I.– Survey Technician
Sean Walker, L.S.I. – Survey Technician
Jeff Biggs – Engineering Technician
Structural Engineering Team
Josh Annett, P.E. – Principal – Structural Department Manager
Rick Hernandez, P.E., S.E. – Senior Structural Engineer
Todd Costley, P.E. – Project Engineer II
Taylor Washington – Structural Engineering Technician
Ethan Timpe – Engineering Technician
Geotechnical Engineering Team
Daniel Stai, P.E. – Geotechnical Department Manager
Ron Derrick, P.E., G.E. – Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Matt Renner, P.E. – Project Engineer II
Administration Team
Jillian Mithun – Operations Manager
Lorri Eidenschink – Bookkeeper
Civil Engineering & Site Development
Comprehensive design and planning for residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects — from grading and utilities to stormwater management and site development.
Surveying & Mapping
Accurate boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys supporting design, permitting, and construction with precise data, advanced mapping, and modern surveying technology.
Municipal Engineering
Delivering civil engineering and planning services across Oregon, specializing in grading, utilities, and stormwater management to support sustainable community development.
What our clients are saying about us
We’re proud of the amazing feedback we’ve received from our customers over the years. Their satisfaction is what drives us to deliver the best service, every time.
"This is a company you can trust. I've worked with Branch Engineering on my addition project for several months now. Tucker is always prompt with a reply and he have been incredibly helpful with navigating all the complexities that come with a project like this. Their recommendations are always spot on. I would absolutely work with them again."
"Ken and Ginger Perkins of Freedom Estates LLC, and we have this to say about Branch Engineering: they have done geo technical reports for us on our subdivisions and also lots that we have purchased to build on. We have and can always count on them to keep us in check, and make sure we are doing things the right way- we have never had any issues because they have made sure that we cover all bases. They help to meet our budget, as well as our timelines, they are great to work with as part of our team."
"I have worked with Ron and other in his office and what is most impressive to me is they will request what is truly needed for the project and not "what can we get away with". Their timely response has always been great and always been great at explaining what and why is needed on my projects. If you want it done correctly this is your company."
"I am a residential contractor and, over the years, have worked with Ron Derrick on many projects ranging from the design of storm water disposal systems to soil suitability analyses of building sites. I have always found him to be punctual, responsive, and good at incorporating value in the engineering solutions that he recommends."
"I have worked with Ron at Branch Engineering for several years on multiple hillside and flat lot subdivisions. Ron and his team are very knowledgeable, responsive, and understand construction, they are a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Branch Engineering."
"Branch Engineering is a great company to have on your side. We at Shamrock Village Park needed detailed support for our upcoming project and turned to Branch Engineering for that project. They surpassed any expectations we could have had. Thanks so much for seeing us through the difficult process. Tucker Hines what a fabulous job you did for us."