Registered Structural Engineer Florida: Paul Edwards Pineda, PE
When you hire Studio A Engineering, you are not getting a generic inspection firm, you are getting Paul Edwards Pineda, PE, a registered structural engineer in Florida and one of the few who hold this credential. This rare credential requires years of specialized experience beyond a standard Professional Engineer license, and fewer than 10% of licensed PEs in Florida hold it.
- Licensed professional engineer in Florida
- Signed and sealed reports
Meet Your Engineer
When you hire Studio A Engineering, you are not getting a generic inspection firm, you are getting Paul Edwards Pineda, PE, one of Florida’s few Registered Structural Engineers. This rare credential requires years of specialized experience beyond a standard Professional Engineer license, and fewer than 10% of licensed PEs in Florida hold it.
As a registered structural engineer in Florida, Paul founded both Studio A Engineering and Milestone Inspections US with a single mission: provide Florida building owners and condo associations with an engineer they can trust for honest, thorough structural assessments. With over 20 years of hands-on experience and hundreds of successfully completed projects, Paul brings the kind of expertise that protects lives and property values.
Registered Structural Engineer Florida: Licenses and Credentials
Our engineer’s multi-state licensing demonstrates a commitment to the highest standards of structural engineering practice. Each license represents rigorous examination and ongoing continuing education. You can verify our engineer’s credentials directly through official state licensing boards, transparency is a core value of our practice.
- Verify Paul’s Florida PE License (DBPR)
- View Paul’s LinkedIn Profile
Active Licenses
Florida Licensed Structural Professional Engineer
- Florida Special Structural Threshold Inspector
- Texas Professional Engineer
- Tennessee Professional Engineer
Areas of Specialization
Structural Design
complete structural engineering design for new construction and renovations
Structural Inspection
comprehensive structural condition assessments for existing buildings
Milestone Inspections
Phase 1 and Phase 2 structural assessments under Florida SB-4D
Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS)
engineering reserve analysis for condominium associations
40-Year and 30-Year Recertification
building compliance inspections for Miami-Dade and Broward counties
Threshold Special Inspections
in-progress structural inspections for high-rise construction
Shoring Design for Elevated Slabs
temporary structural support systems for construction projects
Registered Structural Engineer Florida: Why It Matters
In Florida, any licensed Professional Engineer can legally perform structural inspections. But a Registered Structural Engineer has demonstrated specialized expertise specifically in structural analysis, design, and assessment. This distinction matters because:
Deeper Expertise
structural engineers focus exclusively on load-bearing systems, concrete deterioration, and building safety
Greater Accountability
the structural PE designation carries additional professional responsibility
Insurance and Legal Weight
reports from structural PEs carry more weight with county reviewers, insurance companies, and courts
Repair Design Capability
if your building needs repairs, a structural engineer can design the fix, not just identify the problem
Select Project Portfolio
Over two decades, Paul has led structural engineering, shoring design, and threshold inspection projects across Florida. Here is a selection of notable completed projects:
| Project | Location | Service |
|---|---|---|
| SLS Lux Brickell | Miami, FL | Threshold Inspection |
| Grand Beach Hotel | Bay Harbor Islands, FL | Shoring Design & Inspection |
| Aventura Parksquare | Aventura, FL | Threshold Shoring Design |
| Ocean Reef Club Clubhouse | Key Largo, FL | Structural Engineering |
| Transit Terminal Hub Roof | Miami (Dolphin Park), FL | Shoring Plans & Inspection |
| Instituto Marangoni | Miami, FL | Threshold Inspection |
| Mandarin Oriental / Via Mizner | Boca Raton, FL | Shoring Design |
| Crescent Heights / Baptist Health | Miami Beach, FL | Threshold Shoring |
| Gallery at Smathers Plaza | Miami, FL | Shoring Plans & Inspection |
| Historic Fire Station No. 2 | Coral Gables, FL | Structural Engineering |
| Chanel Store | Palm Beach, FL | Threshold Shoring |
Service Areas
Studio A Engineering provides engineering services throughout the state of Florida, with a focus on the following metro areas:
- Miami and Miami-Dade County
- Fort Lauderdale and Broward County
- West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County
- Naples and Collier County
- Miami Beach and barrier islands
- Tampa and Hillsborough County
- Boca Raton, Hollywood, Pompano Beach
Verify Our Engineer’s Credentials
Transparency builds trust. You can verify our engineer’s professional credentials through these official sources:
- Florida DBPR License Verification, Confirm our engineer’s active PE license status directly with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Florida Board of Professional Engineers, Search the FBPE directory for our engineer, Paul Edwards Pineda
- LinkedIn Professional Profile, View our engineer’s professional background and connections
- ZoomInfo Business Profile, Studio A Engineering company information
We believe that any engineer asking for your trust should be willing to prove their credentials. If you have questions about our engineer’s qualifications, contact us directly, we welcome the conversation.
Work with a Registered Structural Engineer in Florida on Your Next Project
Whether you need a milestone certification, a structural reserve study report, or expert structural engineering for a construction project, Studio A Engineering brings 20+ years of Florida experience to every engagement. Call (305) 890-6333 or request a free proposal. Get a direct response from our engineering team within 24 hours. También hablamos español