“On Aire Ep. 10 w/ Tim Moormeier and Tyler Nottberg – The Art of Industrial Real Estate Podcast” featuring Tim Moormeier and Tyler Nottberg from U.S. Engineering
🏭 Building the Future: Modular Manufacturing and Hyperscale Data Centers with US Engineering 🎙️ Episode 10 of On Air with Team Jensen
In the milestone tenth episode of On Air with Team Jensen: The Art of Industrial Real Estate, the team welcomes Tim Moormeier (President) and Tyler Nottberg (Chairman) of US Engineering. With a legacy spanning over 130 years, US Engineering has evolved from a local mechanical contractor into a national leader in high-tech construction and modular manufacturing.
🏗️ The Pivot to Off-Site Manufacturing
One of the most significant shifts in US Engineering’s strategy has been the move toward pre-fabrication. By building complex mechanical systems in a controlled factory environment—like their massive new 160,000-square-foot facility in Lawrence—they can deliver high-quality components to job sites across the country, from semiconductor plants to battery factories. This “kit” approach allows for faster, safer, and more efficient construction.
🌐 The Hyperscale Boom and AI
US Engineering is at the forefront of the data center revolution. Tim and Tyler explain that Kansas City has become a hub for these facilities due to cheap, reliable power. However, the rise of AI is changing the game; AI processors generate immense heat, requiring a shift from traditional air cooling to advanced water-cooled systems. With industry leaders estimating they are only at 10% of the needed capacity, the boom in data center construction shows no signs of slowing down.
🤖 AI as a Tool, Not Just a Buzzword
While many companies are still figuring out AI, US Engineering has already integrated it into their workflow. From using large language models to review complex contracts and search job documentation to assisting in software coding, the firm views AI as a powerful tool to enhance human decision-making and operational efficiency.
🎓 A Culture of Innovation
Despite their long history, Tyler and Tim emphasize that “tradition” should never become a “bad habit.” By maintaining a culture of “tinkering” and progressive thinking, US Engineering has successfully navigated generational shifts and stayed at the “tip of the spear” in the construction industry.
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