Harwood Engineering

Some people find their calling in a textbook. Arianna Moore found hers in a building.

While writing a high school research paper on architect and structural engineer Santiago Calatrava, Arianna became fascinated by the Milwaukee Art Museum — a striking landmark right in her own city — and began asking the kinds of questions that lead people into engineering careers.

Fast forward to today: Arianna has graduated from Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) with a Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering (Structural), earned a spot on the Dean's List with High Honors, and is now joining us at Harwood Engineering as our newest intern this summer!

As Arianna puts it: "The more I learned about architectural engineering at MSOE, the more I realized my passion was in structural engineering — and that's why I strive to build my career there."

She found us at the MSOE Career Fair last fall, and we're so glad she did. Welcome to the Harwood family, Arianna! 👋

What if your building could generate its own power? ⚡

We had a great time sharing insights at this year’s AIA Wisconsin conference on how solar integration is changing the way we think about design. From rooftops to façades, buildings are becoming part of the energy solution, without sacrificing style.

As sustainability becomes more important to our clients, these strategies are helping lower costs, reduce environmental impact, and build smarter for the future.

Curious what that looks like in practice? Take a look:
https://hecl.com/solar-integration-building-design-strategies/
Arch Solar

Building Smarter with Solar: Practical Strategies for Rooftops and Beyond Explore practical strategies for seamlessly integrating solar into building design, improving energy performance, reducing costs, and supporting long-term sustainability goals.

What does a day in the life of an engineer actually look like?

University of Wisconsin-Platteville engineering students headed to the Harwood office to find out. Our team (including Harwood's own Platteville alumni Tom, Victoria, and Tyler) gave them an all-access look at our current projects and the history behind our renovated office space.

We love providing this kind of transparency to help future engineers bridge the gap between theory and practice. Thanks for bringing such great energy to the office today!

We hit the green for WCTC - Waukesha County Technical College! ⛳

It was a great day supporting the Child Development Center and the families they serve. Harwood’s partnership with WCTC goes far beyond our engineering contracts; we’re committed to seeing this community thrive through accessible education and local support.

A familiar face returns to Harwood! 👋

We are excited to announce that Leslie Fry, PE, has joined our Mechanical Engineering team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Given her previous history with the firm and her experience with HVAC systems for K-12 schools, as well as institutional, commercial, retail, and healthcare facilities, we couldn't be more eager to have her back on board.

"Coming back after 18 years feels like a true full-circle moment. It’s incredibly rewarding to reconnect with so many talented employees I've had the opportunity to work with earlier in my career.

I’m looking forward to contributing my experience, collaborating with a great team, and being part of the innovative work ahead."

Welcome home, Leslie!

From intern to Mechanical Engineer- Welcome back, Victoria! 👋

Victoria Vis has joined Harwood full-time after excelling as an intern while earning her degree at UW-Platteville. Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, and HVAC systems, Victoria stands out for her analytical mindset and her belief: "It's okay not to know everything, don't be afraid to ask questions."

2026 Milwaukee Business Journal Real Estate Awards Finalist
Allspring Global Investments – Milwaukee

We’re proud to have served as the engineer of record for Allspring Global Investments’ Milwaukee workplace, a project recognized as a finalist in the 2026 Milwaukee Business Journal Real Estate Awards.

Harwood Engineering Consultants' Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Lighting Design, and Telecommunications teams provided integrated engineering services to support a modern, high-performance space. We worked closely with our partners to deliver a space that aligned with Allspring’s vision.

Pepper Construction Group, Gensler, CBRE, Allspring Global Investments


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Transforming a Traditional Building into a Modern, Collaborative Workspace Harwood partnered with Gensler to transform a dated building into a modern, collaborative workspace in the heart of Milwaukee. By reimagining core systems, optimizing HVAC, upgrading lighting, and embracing an open-concept design, we created a space where functionality meets beauty—perfect for cli...

We are honored to share that the New Berlin Community Center at Hickory Grove has been recognized as a finalist for the 2026 Milwaukee Business Journal Real Estate Awards.

The MBJ Real Estate Awards celebrate projects that shape southeastern Wisconsin’s built environment through impact, collaboration, and long‑term community value. We’re proud to see Hickory Grove Center recognized among the region’s most impactful developments completed in 2025.

Congratulations to the entire project team whose dedication helped bring this project to life. City of New Berlin, Moore Construction Services, Perspective Design, Inc.



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New Berlin Community Center at Hickory Grove - Harwood See how we revitalized a 1950s school into New Berlin’s modern Community Center. Discover the engineering solutions behind this budget-friendly transformation.