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The 8 Best Engineering Firms in Portland (2026)
Portland’s built environment depends on a network of engineering firms that handle everything from structural assessments to environmental planning. This list ranks the eight best engineering firms in Portland using Google review data, updated for 2026; we apply a Bayesian-style weighting so firms with higher ratings and substantial review counts move to the top. The aim is practical: to point local architects, developers, and property owners toward well-reviewed firms while acknowledging that reviews are only one factor. For project-specific fit, check licensure, project experience, and communication style before deciding. We refreshed the data in 2026 to reflect recent reviews.
This ranking is computed from Google reviews (our method). Listings marked Partner are paid advertising spots: they sit alongside the ranking without changing its order.
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PAE
PAE earns the top spot by combining the highest Google rating in this group with a solid review count: 4.9 from 19 reviews. Listed as an Engineering consultant and based in SW Portland, its score benefits from both a near-perfect average and meaningful reviewer volume. That mix of rating and reviews is exactly what our Bayesian weighting favors when identifying standout firms.
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BSM Engineering
BSM Engineering appears as a Structural engineer and holds a 4.8 rating based on 16 Google reviews, with an office at 865 NE Tomahawk Island Dr #101 in NE Portland.
16 reviews
MLC Engineering Llc
MLC Engineering Llc is categorized simply as an Engineer on Google, carrying a 4.6 rating from 17 reviews and located at 1515 SW 5th Ave #1028 in SW Portland.
17 reviews
David Evans and Associates, Inc.
David Evans and Associates, Inc. shows up as an Engineering consultant with a 4.5 Google rating from 17 reviews; its listed address is 2100 S River Pkwy in south Portland.
17 reviews
Miller Consulting Engineers
Miller Consulting Engineers is a Structural engineer with a 4.2 rating based on 10 reviews and is listed at 9600 SW Oak St Ste 400 in SW Portland.
10 reviews
Apex Companies (formerly PBS Engineering and Environmental)
Apex Companies (formerly PBS Engineering and Environmental) is categorized as an Engineer on Google and has a 4.2 rating from 10 reviews; the office sits at 4412 S Corbett Ave in south Portland.
10 reviews
Sherman Engineering Inc
Sherman Engineering Inc appears as an Engineering consultant with a 4.0 rating from 13 Google reviews and is located at 3151 NE Sandy Blvd in NE Portland.
13 reviews
Emerio Design
Emerio Design is listed as a Civil engineer with a 3.9 Google rating from 22 reviews, and its address at 6445 SW Fallbrook Pl #100 places it in Beaverton.
22 reviews
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose an engineering firm for my project?
Start by matching a firm’s documented experience to your project type, then review portfolios and ask for references. Confirm professional licensure and insurance, and assess communication style during an initial consultation to make sure expectations align.
What influences the cost of hiring an engineering firm?
Costs depend on project scope, complexity, required deliverables, and local permitting needs. Ask for a written scope and fee estimate, and compare multiple proposals to understand how different firms structure price and services.
What should I check before signing a contract?
Verify the engineer’s license and professional liability insurance, review a clear scope of work and deliverables, and confirm project timelines and payment terms. Also ask about subcontractors and who will be your day-to-day contact for the project.
How was this ranking created?
This list is built from Google review data and updated for 2026; we apply a Bayesian-style weighting that balances average rating with review count so firms with high scores and meaningful reviewer volume rank higher. Reviews are one useful signal but should be combined with direct vetting for hiring decisions.