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Andrew Leichty

Andrew Leichty, PE, SE

Principal

About

PRINICPAL

As a Principal of Miller Consulting Engineers, Inc., Andrew has been performing structural design work since 2001. With extensive expertise in a variety of construction materials and building systems, Andrew brings a unique ability to provide creative solutions to complex building projects. His experience working collaboratively with both the design and construction team provides valuable insight into developing structural systems that balance both the architectural design intent and the construction budget. His past projects include commercial, residential, complex foundation systems, industrial building design and renovation, as well as seismic evaluations and upgrades. His knowledge and experience includes a wide array of materials including timber, structural steel, concrete, masonry, and light gauge steel framing.


 

 

Credentials

Education

  • Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, University of Portland

Professional Licenses

PE
  • Alabama
  • California
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • New Hampshire
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Rhode Island
  • South Dakota
  • Texas
  • Washington
  • Wisconsin
SE
  • California
  • Massachusetts
  • Oregon
  • Washington

Professional Affiliations & Activities

  • American Concrete Institute, Oregon Chapter
  • American Institute of Steel Construction
  • Post-Tensioning Institute
  • American Welding Society
  • Structural Engineers Association of Oregon

Featured Projects

5-Ton Jib Crane Hoist Cushman Dam • Industrial MCE provided the preliminary engineering for a 36 foot cable-stayed jib crane capable of carrying a 10,000 pound lift. This jib crane is used as part of a... Aircraft Hangar Seattle, WA • Commercial This new corporate jet hangar featured structural steel trusses with a span of 280 feet. Special consideration was given to truss camber, splice... Alhambra Fire Trainer Alhambra, CA • Municipal & Public Works MCE’s structural design was used for the City of Alhambra's Fire Department Training Facility. This facility includes: Fire command 7 bay street-scape... Blue Heron Paper Mill Evaluation Oregon City, OR • Industrial C Tran Operations Facility Vancouver, WA • Commercial Castel di Sabbia Rockaway, OR The Castel di Sabbia, or Castle of Sand, is a large residential structure located in the challenging environment of the Oregon Coast. This four story, 10,000... CCA Regional Food Bank Warrenton, OR • Commercial This structure consists of an engineered metal building system with wood framed interior mezzanines. Due to the poor soil conditions at the site, MCE worked... Central City Concern | Blackburn Center Portland, OR • Residential, Multi-Family Charles Jordan Community Center Portland, OR Columbia River Fire Training St Helens, OR This project consisted of several different structures within the regional training facilty. MCE provided structural engineering services including... Courthouse Square Remediation Salem, OR • Commercial The original Marion County Courthouse Square building was constructed in 2000, and consists of five stories of above grade and one below grade parking level.... Daimler Trucks North America Portland, OR • Commercial Director Park Portland, OR • Parks, Recreation & Sports Portland Parks & Recreation hired MCE to review the current condition of the wooden canopy supporting beams at Director Park. This project required minimal... Escondido Fire Training Tower Escondido, CA • Community, Civic & Religious Facility Pipe Bracing - High Tech Manufacturing Hillsboro, OR • Industrial Fire Training Tower Salem, OR • Energy & Utilities MCE provided structural engineering services including calculations, drawings, and construction services for a five level 8,100 sf steel-framed structure... Garden of Surging Waves Astoria, OR • Parks, Recreation & Sports Hillsboro School District Transportation Facility Hillsboro, OR • Bridges & Transportation Historic Corbett House Renovation Portland, OR • Education Holladay East Apartments Portland, OR • Residential, Multi-Family This new multi-level apartment complex is being implemented into an existing neighborhood. The floors at all levels of the structure are constructed of post... HVAC Unit Replacement East Portland Police Precinct • Municipal & Public Works MCE provided the design to support an HVAC unit on the existing building, and worked with the contractor to design an economical solution to support the unit... Lakeridge High School Grandstand Education Lewis & Clark Fowler Campus Center Addition Education Lewis & Clark Law School Education Lewis & Clark Law School Addition Portland, OR • Education Maple Street Lake Oswego, OR • Residential, Single-Family Marshall Park Pedestrian Bridge Portland, OR • Bridges & Transportation Moda Tower Lobby Remodel Portland, Oregon • Community, Civic & Religious Mosier Center Mosier, Oregon • Municipal & Public Works Northwest Public Utility Provider Eugene Resource Center Eugene, OR • Municipal & Public Works Northwest Public Utility Provider Vancouver Resource Center Vancouver, WA • Municipal & Public Works Oak Street Lofts Tigard, OR • Residential, Multi-Family OMD Seismic Assessments Statewide, OR • Federal & Military Oregon City School District Transportation Facility Oregon City, OR • Education Portland State University Education Royal Arms Condominiums Portland, OR • Residential, Multi-Family Snohomish Fire & Rescue Training Facility Snohomish, WA • Community, Civic & Religious South Cooper Mountain Heights Beaverton, OR • Residential, Multi-Family Stark Street Mixed-Use Building Portland, OR • Residential, Multi-Family Stephens Middle School Improvements Salem, Oregon • Education Subdivision Retaining Wall Camas, WA • Residential, Multi-Family Timberline Estates Bridge Portland, OR • Bridges & Transportation Trillium Lake Trail Pedestrian Boardwalk Bridges & Transportation Tualatin Veterans Plaza Tualatin, OR • Parks, Recreation & Sports VA Medical Center Portland, OR • Federal & Military