Who We Are

Flanagan Engineering & Design Services, PLLC is a structural engineering firm dedicated to delivering innovative, practical solutions for complex design challenges. Led by Principal Engineer Matt Flanagan, PE, we bring deep technical expertise to projects ranging from custom residential developments to specialized commercial and industrial applications.

Our Approach

We believe great structural engineering combines rigorous technical analysis with creative problem-solving. Whether designing a luxury home in the Texas Hill Country, the mountains of Montana, engineering specialized industrial facilities, or navigating the complexities of blast engineering, we approach each project with the same commitment to excellence, safety, and constructability.

About Matt

Matthew E. Flanagan, PE  

Founder & Principal Structural Engineer

Licensed Professional Engineer with 15+ years of experience delivering structural, mechanical, blast, and aerospace solutions for residential homes, commercial buildings, and high-stakes federal and defense projects.

Education

  • BS Mechanical Engineering - Montana State University

  • MS Civil Engineering - Montana State University

Licenses & Certifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) - Montana #87704

  • Professional Engineer (PE) - Texas #147862

  • Member ASCE

Extensive Background and Qualifications

Matt brings deep expertise from high-profile roles at X-Bow Systems (current), Firefly Aerospace, Hyperloop, Astra, and Hicks Engineering. He has designed and reviewed structures ranging from mountain residences and commercial facilities to launch infrastructure, testing facilities, and defense-related projects. His work combines rigorous engineering precision with practical, constructible solutions. Matthew has been quoted in books, documentaries, and other publications highlighting his work and broad expertise.

Technical Excellence

We utilize Revit as our primary state-of-the-art modeling platform, with BIM-capable workflows that integrate seamlessly with collaborative environments like Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). This enables efficient coordination with architects, contractors, and project teams throughout the design and construction process. We also employ advanced finite element analysis (FEA) and 3D modeling capabilities to deliver precise, optimized structural solutions for complex challenges.

Our designs are grounded in thorough code compliance, materials expertise, and constructability review, ensuring projects move smoothly from concept to completion.