Engineering Diagnostics, Inc. (EDI) was incorporated in the State of Texas on January 1, 1995.  EDI is the successor to the non-incorporated company, Engineering Diagnostics, founded by David H. Nicastro, P.E., on August 2, 1994.  Mr. Nicastro, the Chief Executive Officer of EDI, has authored numerous articles and books related to forensic and facilities engineering.  Mr. Nicastro continues to practice engineering and educate clients and colleagues through frequent speaking engagements and guest lectures on topics such as forensic engineering and failure mechanism theory at universities.

In 1995, Philip J. Sumang, P.E., joined Engineering Diagnostics, bringing significant structural engineering and facilities consulting experience.  Mr. Sumang has both an engineering degree and an MBA in Finance, and is the corporation's President.

EDI collectively possesses over 100 years of experience providing consulting services for existing and new structures.  The depth of experience in our staff of professionals includes formal training in architecture and engineering as well as hands-on construction experience.  As a corporation, EDI has successfully performed consulting services for public, commercial, and institutional facilities.

• David H. Nicastro, P.E. – Chief Executive Officer
• Philip J. Sumang, P.E. – President, Chief Financial Officer
• Edward S. Breeze, P.E. – Principal Engineer
• Terry A. Campion, P.E. – Kansas City Branch Manager
• Matthew M. Hoffman, P.E. – Vice President, Houston Branch Manager
• Brett T. Fagan, P.E. – Denver Branch Manager

EDI currently employs many engineers and technicians with a wide variety of expertise and experience, in addition to other support staff. In July 2001, Jerry M. Klosowski, Scientist Emeritus of Dow Corning Corporation, joined EDI as a Senior Chemist. 

In 2001, EDI was recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing privately-held companies in America. EDI was also recently recognized by the University of Houston Small Business Development Center as a member of The Houston 100 – one of the privately held companies that have made the greatest economic impact on Houston.

We stay informed of technological advancements and industry developments through our professional society committee activities. We publish articles regularly to disseminate the knowledge that we gain on our projects; our competitors learn from us. Our professional memberships include:

• American Concrete Institute
• American Institute of Steel Construction
• American Society of Civil Engineers
• ASTM International
• Association for Preservation Technology

• Construction Specifications Institute
• The Masonry Society
• Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute
• Roof Consultant Institute
• Sealant, Waterproofing & Restoration Institute