MEP DESIGNS ASSOCIATES - Key Persons
Dr. Karen Floyd is President and Administrator for MEP Associates Design Group, Inc., a Texas Certified HUB organization. She has been involved in the start-up, development and business administration of various companies including private Christian Schools and Dental/Surgical Offices. During her tenure as a professor at Tyler Junior College and the University of Texas at Tyler she authored, applied for, received and administered several educational federal grant programs; she also served as Assistant to the Vice President. She grew up assisting her father, who was a hands-on engineer, with mechanical, electrical and plumbing, as well as other construction tasks on various projects.
Mr. Godfrey is an accomplished, results-oriented, Texas State registered engineer with strong technical and communication skills. He is proficient in planning, organizing and executing project strategies that creates value. He has served in the role of Director of Engineering for MEP Associates Design Group, Inc. since 2008.
Prior to his work at MEP he worked as an electrical engineer at G.E. for 6 years and then for Goodman for over 14 years serving in various positions in this company which involved the manufacturing and component sourcing of HVAC equipment. He then established an independent sales organization representing global manufacturing companies within the HVAC industry for both OEM and wholesale accounts. In this role he performed onsite demonstrations for builders and local contractors directing them to wholesale sources for product offerings; evaluated and resolved technical issues with contractors and homeowners; and negotiated and assisted in designing /developing product offerings from global sources. His expertise in dealing with equipment manufacturers and equipment companies is an asset to our firm.
Mr. Godfrey is an accomplished, results-oriented, Texas State registered engineer with strong technical and communication skills. He is proficient in planning, organizing and executing project strategies that creates value. He has served in the role of Director of Engineering for MEP Associates Design Group, Inc. since 2008.
Julio has been with MEPG since 2015. He was promoted to VP of Production in 2021 and oversees contract document design and production as well as scheduling and timeline management. In his spare time he enjoys mountain biking, woodworking, and spending time with family.
"Having many years of field experience, we're able to provide superb on site evaluation of existing mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems."
Job Titles:
- Graduate Engineer - Vice - President of Operations
Mr. Floyd has over 35 years of experience in various aspects of the construction industry, including extensive field experience in all facets of MEP construction. He is third generation business owner in this field and has directed an engineering design firm for 21 years. He possesses design and management expertise in all disciplines as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills which enable him to understand and fulfill the goals of the client and facilitate communication and problem resolution between all parties involved in a project. It also provides him with the experience to direct and schedule his Project Managers and CAD Technicians effectively in developing project plans. As a consultant for an architect, or other professional, he is a supportive team member coordinating with others to produce a seamless design. He is dedicated to keeping abreast of the ever changing codes and his knowledge and research in this area has provided value engineering that has saved clients innumerable amounts of time and other resources.
Tom has been with MEPG since 2015. He was promoted to VP of Design in 2021 and oversees design development and contract administration while pursuing his Texas PE License. In his spare time he enjoys fishing, riding his motorcycle, and playing music.