About Us

Our Mission

Our Mission is to provide reliable service and value-based solutions to projects.  Walsh Engineering is a family owned and operated full service civil engineering firm focused on efficient design of land development and infrastructure projects. Daily, our team recognizes the importance of teamwork to deliver successful projects on time and on budget.  Our most important value is our continuous pursuit of the “WE” before “ME” philosophy of teamwork to assure the success of our clients. As Mother Teresa said, “I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot; Together WE can do great things.” 

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Who WE Are

Matt Walsh, PE, QSD/P

Principal Engineer

Matt provides reliable service to clients, which cultivates lasting partnerships in the industry. He has developed a strong foundation in a broad scope of civil engineering services. Matt is able to take a lead role in entitlements and construction permitting while facilitating approvals from multiple governing agencies simultaneously. Aside from engineering, he enjoys playing sports and exploring the great outdoors with his wife and three kids.

Katie Walsh

Principal Operations Manager

Katie has acquired a strong background in business operations throughout her career. Katie works closely with client teams serving them with seamless communication, reliable service, and outside of the box thinking to provide a collaborative partnership experience. Outside of business, Katie is a traveler, DIYer, novice tennis player, mother of three, wife, aunt, daughter, and sister by life.

Kyle Genevey

Associate Project Engineer

Kyle implements a solid understanding of construction practices while working with contractors, sub-contractors and permitting agencies. He carries a degree in Civil Engineering from Cal Poly State University. Kyle is well versed in project design and development while assisting clients with the civil engineering scope of work. Out of the office, Kyle enjoys playing soccer, mountain biking, golfing, eating and spending time with friends and family.” 

Dante Pecchenino

Project Engineer

Having worked for construction companies on agricultural and civil sites, Dante is familiar to the world of construction. Dante applies the knowledge he has gained from this work and his education to design project sites that meet the customer’s needs. He graduated from Cal Poly with a degree in BioResource and Agricultural Engineering. Apart from the office, Dante enjoys sports, snowboarding, BBQing/good food, and having fun with friends and family!

Trisha Wall, PE

Project Engineer
After graduating with a BS in Civil Engineering from UC Irvine, Trisha has worked as a civil engineer in the valley, and now in the central coast, on a wide variety of civil projects. She has several years of design experience ranging from the development of small parking lot extensions to the rehabilitation of a large multi-phased commercial complex. She also enjoys developing relationships with clients and consultants to ensure open communication in an effort to move projects forward as smoothly and quickly as possible. Outside of work, Trisha likes live music, good food, and beach trips with her husband and two dogs.

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Associate Design Engineer

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Sebastian Atilano

Associate Design Engineer

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Marcos Condit

Assistant Design Engineer

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Mick Backowski

Assistant Design Engineer

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Testimonials

“Matt Walsh and Walsh Engineering have an amazing ability to see past and through most engineering obstacles that many engineers, city planners, and other design professionals see as road blocks. Their problem solving and creative engineering approach to solution development is second to none not to mention Walsh Engineering’s high level of customer service, attention to detail and willingness to do what ever it takes to see projects through rigorous city and planning review processes. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a highly skilled engineer needing to meet a strict list project requirements, constraints and timelines.”

Ted Lawton
Cal Coast Properties

“I highly recommend Walsh Engineering for any civil engineering needs. Their communication and clarity within the design and building process is exceptional. Thank you Matt and the Walsh Engineering team. Keep up the great work! 5 Stars.”

Taylor Boyle, Owner
Purlieu Landscape Design + Build

“I needed help getting our home through permitting with a site plan and other issues. Walsh Engineering went above and beyond to help guide me through the process. The turnaround time was quick and the work impeccable. Thank you Walsh Engineering!”

Lorraine Greco
Owner

Donors

Cal Poly College of Engineering
YMCA of San Luis Obispo
Woods Humane Society
ECHO Empty Bowls

Members

SLO Chamber of Commerce
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Cal Poly Alumni
Chi Epsilon Honor Society Alumni

Certifications

Licensed Professional Engineer
State of California, State of Idaho
Qualified SWPPP Developer and Practitioner
CASQA
Certified in Dust Control
San Joaquin Air Pollution Control District

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