About Us

Our Story

Wingate Engineers was founded on the principle that engineering has the power to transform communities. Over the years, the firm has grown into a trusted industry leader, recognized for its technical expertise, innovative problem-solving, and commitment to excellence.

With a focus on teamwork and forward-thinking solutions, Wingate has built a reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects that address complex challenges. Our team brings decades of combined experience across a range of disciplines, ensuring that we not only meet but exceed client expectations.

As we continue to grow, our dedication to engineering excellence and community impact remains at the core of everything we do. Wingate Engineers is committed to shaping resilient, sustainable solutions that stand the test of time.

We promise to be your dedicated engineering partner, bringing honesty, innovation, expertise, and flexibility to each project with a commitment to positively impact the communities we serve.

We aim to bring value and opportunity to all that we touch from our employees and clients to our community.

Wingate aims to continuously reimagine what it means to be an engineering firm in today’s world. Our community-centric approach to projects provides customized solutions in a quick and knowledgeable fashion that takes all stakeholders into account. We bring a new perspective to the engineering world where employees are empowered, clients are heard, and flexibility, integrity, and innovation combine to create harmony between the projects we help build and the communities we serve.

At Wingate Engineers, our greatest asset is our team. We are proud to have a diverse group of professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project. Our team members are not only skilled engineers but also passionate individuals committed to making a difference in their communities.

our staff


Josh Torregano, P.E., MBA, President

With nearly 15 years of experience in the engineering industry, Josh has a vision for a firm that embraces innovation while prioritizing community needs. He believes in empowering his team to think creatively and solve complex problems. Josh believes that solving many of the world’s problems Involves employing Innovative approaches, while maintaining tried and tested traditional considerations in engineering and consulting sector.

Randy Smith, Executive Vice President

As a veteran in the client services and business development arena, Randy brings over 2 decades of customer service experience to the firm with a primary focus of client retention and satisfaction. Beginning with 10 years of experience in the financial services Industry, Randy has employed these same tried and true methods of client relations into a very successful career in the engineering and consulting community. Randy believes that meeting and exceeding a client’s expectations should be the norm and not an exception.

Jorge Arreaga

Inspector

Logan Betzer, P.E.

Project Engineer

Alex Boudreau, P.E.,

Senior Engineer

Ro’Sean Brown

Construction Manager

Dominique Frickey

Project Administrator

Jahnia Garner

Administrative Support

Kevin Giardina

CADD Technician

Alexis Hornsby, E.I.

Project Manager

Meghan Landry

Administrator

Tatiana Lewis, P.E.

Project Engineer

Montana Morris

Construction Manager

Terry Mundy

Inspector

John Scott

Senior Inspector

Jesse Thibodeaux

Construction Manager

Wendell Wells

Controller

Jorge Arreaga

Inspector

Logan Betzer, P.E.

Project Engineer

Alex Boudreau, P.E.,

Senior Engineer

Ro’Sean Brown

Construction Manager

Jahnia Garner

Administrative Support

Kevin Giardina

CADD Technician

Alexis Hornsby, E.I.

Project Manager

Meghan Landry

Administrator

Tatiana Lewis, P.E.

Project Engineer

Montana Morris

Construction Manager

Terry Mundy

Inspector

John Scott

Senior Inspector

Dominique Frickey

Project Administrator

Jesse Thibodeaux

Construction Manager

Wendell Wells

Controller

At Wingate, we are committed to developing talent and empowering our employees. We invest in our team’s growth through continuous training and professional development opportunities, ensuring that they stay ahead of industry trends and advancements. By fostering a culture of learning and collaboration, we inspire our team to reach their full potential.

Philosophy


Our philosophy is simple, treat others as we would want to be treated. Approach every project, every community, every client, and every employee with respect and care. Knowing that with each project, each interaction, each touchpoint, we can make a difference. We can change the world. And that there’s no engineering problem that we can’t solve and no community that we can’t improve.

Licenses and Certifications

Wingate Engineers is proud to hold various industry certifications and awards that reflect our commitment to excellence and professionalism. Our certifications include:

  • State of Louisiana Professional Engineering License
  • State of Louisiana Licensed General Contractor- Commercial- Building Construction; Heavy Construction, Highway, Street and Bridge Construction: Municipal and Public Works Construction
  • Small Business Administrations- Federal 8(a) Certification
  • State-Local Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SLDBE)
  • LADOTD Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (LADOTD DBE)
  • Southern Region Minority Supplier Development Council Certification (MBE)
  • City of Baton Rouge Small and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification Program (SEDBE)