Public engineering firm profile
Knapp Engineering, Inc.
Prospect, CT
Over 30 Years of System Integration
- Services
- 34
- Offices
- 1
- Leaders
- 7
- Founded
- 1989
Overview
Knapp Engineering is a full-service process automation and control system integration practice serving municipal and industrial markets throughout the Northeast since 1989. It designs, fabricates, programs, and commissions instrumentation and control systems, operating an in-house UL 508A certified panel shop. Services span control strategy development, PLC and SCADA programming, panel fabrication, networking, field start-up, and ongoing maintenance.
- Founded
- 1989
Services
Control System Design
Develops tailored automation architectures and control strategies that integrate process instruments, controllers, and interface devices.
Control Panel Fabrication
Constructs custom electrical enclosures in an in-house shop to meet strict safety and performance standards.
PLC and OIT Programming
Writes reliable software and interfaces for industrial logic controllers and operator terminals to streamline plant monitoring and control.
SCADA and Networking
Implements distributed control software and robust communication networks to connect remote assets and centralized control rooms.
System Start-Up and Commissioning
Ensures seamless transition from design to active operation through on-site coordination, field testing, and plant staff training.
Instrumentation Maintenance and Calibration
Provides ongoing technical service, troubleshooting, and field calibration to maximize the accuracy and lifespan of critical process sensors.
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Leadership
Gregg Knapp
President and Founder
PE
Registered professional engineer who founded Knapp Engineering in June 1989. Previously held engineering roles at the Ciba-Geigy Pigment Plant, American Cyanamid, and Aaron Associates. Active member of the International Society of Automation.
Chris Knapp
Vice President
Brings over 15 years of experience in engineering, specializing in water and wastewater treatment, environmental remediation, and control panel design and fabrication. Serves as Vice President, working directly with staff and clients.
Mike Kowalski
Senior Automation Engineer
Senior Automation Engineer with nearly three decades of design and engineering experience across the mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and water industries. Certified in Electronics and Mechanical Drafting Design.
Zach Esterman
Project Manager
Project Manager with more than 12 years of construction industry experience across New York City and the greater New England region. Holds a Construction Project Management certificate from Pace University.
Octavia Plesnik
Project Estimator
Project Estimator with nearly two decades of project management and estimation experience. Graduated from Northeastern University and joined the practice in 2024.
Jacob Bombard
Control Systems Engineer
Control Systems Engineer specializing in software programming, electrical control systems, and technical design. Holds a BS in Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Technology.
Chris Savage
Control Technician
Control Technician specializing in machine safety, schematic design, and program design for mechanical and water/wastewater projects. Holds over a decade of experience in industrial electrical engineering.
Testimonials
A great company to do business with!
I prefer working with Knapp. They help explain things in detail and work with the end user as well.
Thank you for the great work… Very pleased and satisfied.
Great working with Chris Knapp!
We really like Tony. He is knowledgeable and efficient. We are confident in the work that he performs.
Technicians know the system well. They try to make sure the system supports our needs. Very knowledgeable staff.
Good customer support!
Have liked Knapp for a long time, been successful with Knapp.
Always great service.
They don't come any better, any smarter, or any faster that Knapp.
Without questions I am an ardent supporter of Knapp Engineering. Anyone who understands this instrumentation industry would agree. The Knapp organization has certainly made it easier for me to perform my job and its workmanship in panel fabrication is excellent.
I was on a conference call with Chris Knapp and was impressed by his courteous manner, knowledge and objective comments for the good of the project.