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AO Structural Engineers
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  • About Us
  • Our Services
    • Structural Assessment
    • Structural Design
    • Manufactured Homes
    • Fire Escape Inspections
    • Commercial
  • We're Hiring!
  • Contact Us

Our Work

We are structural engineers located in the Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky (NKY) area. Do you have a crack in your foundation? Sagging floor? Need a retaining wall designed? Planning for that dream addition? Give us a call to schedule with one of our professional engineers. No job is too small. We are licensed in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

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Meet Our Structural Engineers - Serving Cincinnati & NKY

Eric Oetjen, P.E., M.Eng. - Managing Partner

 Eric is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) specializing in structural engineering, bringing over 15 years of experience in the design, analysis, and evaluation of residential and commercial structures. He holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering Degree from Clemson University and a Masters in Structural Engineering from the University of Cincinnati.  After working with a geotechnical engineering firm during his Masters program, Eric officially kicked off his structural engineering career in 2013, joining a large engineering firm where he engineered commercial and utility superstructures out of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood. He was eventually drawn into the fast growing solar industry field before connecting with Nick and forming AO Structural Engineers in 2019.  Known for his attention to detail and commitment to safety and innovation, Eric is passionate about finding efficient, cost-effective solutions that meet the highest industry standards. He is licensed in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana and is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and regularly contributes to advancing the practice of structural engineering. Outside of his engineering work, Eric enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and spending time with his wife and their two young children.   

Nick Allen, P.E., M.Eng. - Managing Partner

 Nick is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with over 15 years of experience specializing in a diverse range of analyzing structural elements, structural assessments and designs within commercial buildings and residential homes.  He earned his Masters Degree from The University of Louisville with an emphasis in structural engineering. Nick began his career in Louisville working for a structural consulting firm that provided services ranging from residential assessments to projects as large as the design of the KFC YUM Center arena. A native of Northern Kentucky, Nick returned home in 2012 and entered the solar industry field designing steel racking, foundations, and connections to support utility scale solar farms. When Nick met Eric, they combined their shared vision, commitment to quality and innovative goals to team up and create AO Structural Engineers. Throughout Nick’s career as a structural engineer, he looks forward to the challenge associated with diagnosing diverse problems that may arise in residential construction and determining the issues and solutions. When Nick isn't doing engineering assessments and designs, he can be found with his wife watching his young daughter dance and son play with toy monster trucks.  

Grace Bank, P.E., M.Eng.

 Grace is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with a passion for residential projects. She enjoys collaborating with homeowners to bring their visions to life, using creative solutions to enhance safety and functionality. She earned her Bachelor of Civil Engineering and Master’s in Structural Engineering from The University of Louisville while interning in the project engineering department of a coal-fired power plant, gaining hands-on experience with major capital projects. She then began her career at an AI-driven company, conducting structural risk assessments for commercial buildings worldwide. In April 2024, she joined the AO Engineer team to further specialize in residential structures. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends. 

Lindsey Collier, Office Manager

 Lindsey is the Office Manager at AO Engineers with 20 years of professional experience in careers ranging from real estate, office management and corporate marketing.  She was born and raised in Northern Kentucky and holds a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Kentucky.  During her 16 years in corporate marketing, she excelled in strategy development and customer engagement. However, motivated by a desire for a more hands-on, operational role within the local small business space, Lindsey made a fulfilling career shift, embracing the role of Office Manager at AO Engineers, an innovative company known for its forward-thinking solutions and excellent customer support. As Office Manager, she brings a wealth of organizational expertise and project coordination experience. When Lindsey is not at the office, you can find her at the soccer fields with her 2 young boys and husband of 16 years.   

What makes AO Engineers stand out?

Turn around time and transparency. We understand the urgency for a quick turnaround and the value you place in your current home, future home, or project. Our growing team of licensed professional engineers remains focused on residential and light commercial projects where responsiveness is critical. As a small and local firm, your needs as our neighbors are important to us. 

Steel beams over engineering drawing

Our Philosophy

We believe that most problems have a simple solution if understood at their root cause.

 

"The engineer's first problem in any design situation is to discover what the problem really is."

-Sir Henry Royce

Engineer performing calculations

Our Mission

The mission is simple. As structural engineers, it's our obligation to protect the health, safety, and well being of our customers by providing sound, yet cost effective designs and assessments. 

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