About Hixson

Established in 1948 as a structural engineering firm, today Hixson is a full-service architecture and engineering firm offering 20 integrated design and technical disciplines in-house. Consistently recognized as a top design firm in the United States, Hixson has established long-standing relationships with many of the world’s most well-recognized brands. We specialize in the design of complex food and beverage, workplace, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, and laboratory projects.

At Hixson, we are a Management by Values firm. This means that every decision we make is guided by our strategic vision of being a great place to work. To achieve this, we focus on three core values: to be an employer of choice, to achieve impenetrable client loyalty, and to contribute creatively to our community.

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What does it take to become one of the nation’s leading architecture and engineering firms? Amazing people, deep insight, unwavering advocacy and intelligent project execution. That’s precisely what we deliver at Hixson. In 1948, Hixson was built on a foundation of technical expertise with a focus on customer service.

Since then, we’ve sharpened our skills, enhanced our capabilities and broadened our geographic reach. Today we are a full service firm specializing in food and beverage manufacturing, science and technology and workplace projects throughout North America. With 20 integrated in-house technical disciplines we provide comprehensive collaborative solutions for our clients, which include many of the world’s most well-known and respected companies.

At Hixson our number one priority is to be a great place to work. We consistently deliver exceptional service because we employ exceptional people. Our associates bring years of experience industry knowledge, and specialized skills to the table every single day. Here we learn to lean on each other, encourage one another and celebrate our successes together which results in positive outcomes for our clients.

So what can you expect working with Hixson? A trustworthy and reliable team who get to know your business, people and culture inside and out, industry leading insight and experience, solutions that are in your best interests, a disciplined approach to project execution and exceptional customer service.

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20 Integrated Disciplines

Hixson has 20 architectural and engineering disciplines co-located under one roof, helping deliver comprehensive design solutions, and ultimately leading to successful business outcomes for our clients. Our in-house disciplines include:

Building & Site Design

Architecture
Interior Design
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering

Building Systems Engineering

Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing
Fire Protection
Refrigeration
Industrial Wastewater
Environmental, Health & Safety

Project Control

Project Management
Cost Estimating
Construction Administration
Capital Project Management

Process Engineering

Process
Manufacturing
Automation/Controls
Process Layout
Process Utilities

Geographic Reach

With professional licensure across North America, Hixson is well-positioned to meet your needs, no matter where your project is located. This allows Hixson to provide a consistent approach to projects across a broad geography.

Recent Hixson News

Fun at Work: Associate Appreciation Day 2026

This past Friday was Associate Appreciation Day here at Hixson! We kicked off the afternoon with a catered lunch, followed by a casino-themed celebration, complete with games, friendly competition and plenty of chances to have some fun with our coworkers! It was a wonderful opportunity to step away from our desks, spend time together and, […]

Greg Hammond Named to Cincinnati 300 for Fourth Consecutive Year

For the fourth year in a row, Greg Hammond, R.A., Hixson President and CEO, has earned a spot on Cincinnati Magazine’s Cincinnati 300, a list which recognizes leading members of the region’s business community. Check it out here! We’re proud to see Greg’s leadership recognized year after year. Congratulations, Greg!

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A Spooktacular Storytime at St. Francis de Sales

Things got a little spooky at Hixson’s Partner in Education school, St. Francis de Sales, when our associates stopped by for one of our favorite Halloween traditions: Halloween Reading! Dressed for the occasion, associates visited classrooms and shared Halloween-themed stories with students in Pre-K through second grade. The fun didn’t end when the books closed, […]

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With more than 75 years of combined experience and backed by the resources and depth of Hixson’s 20 in-house technical disciplines, Hixson’s Controls & Automation team excels in helping clients navigate and implement the right technological solutions for their operations. Whether you’re looking to upgrade a single machine or integrate an entire line, let our […]

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Hixson’s in-house Construction Administrators spend a significant amount of time on client project sites, serving as the eyes and ears of the project team during construction. Their role goes far beyond simply verifying that work is being completed according to the Construction Documents (CDs): They document site conditions, track progress, review requested changes, and help […]

Department Spotlight: Process Engineering

Blending a deep knowledge of food processing with the latest advances in technology, Hixson’s Process department provides engineering services for clients throughout North America. Our engineers lead clients through the development and specification of manufacturing processes, in a variety of industry segments (e.g., dairy, beverage, flavors/ingredients, and more), translating requirements into successful project deliverables. Dive into […]

Hixson Helps: Volunteering at the Recycle Reuse Hub

Last weekend, a group of Hixson associates and a few family members/friends once again volunteered at The Cincinnati Recycling and Reuse Hub! The Hub is a community-wide resource that allows businesses and individuals a place to divert materials that may otherwise go into landfills (e.g., design samples/swatches, carpet books, fabrics, school supplies, and empty product […]

Great Place to Work: Management is Honest and Ethical

Recently, Hixson announced that we have been named as a Great Place to Work®. This award was received based on a confidential survey of Hixson’s 130 associates. During the coming weeks, we will share key findings from the survey. As part of their input to the survey, 98% of Hixson’s associates said the firm’s “management is honest […]

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