PHOENIX, AZ – January 16, 2025 — NCS Engineers, a nationally recognized leader in water, wastewater, and environmental engineering, is proud to announce its acquisition of WATEK Engineering Corporation, a prominent Maryland-based firm specializing in membrane facility design and advanced water treatment systems. This strategic move marks a significant step in NCS Engineers’ continued commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions for municipal and private clients across the United States.
Founded in 1996, WATEK Engineering built its reputation on technical leadership in membrane water treatment, source water protection, hydraulic modeling, and innovative infrastructure design. With a strong track record of working with water utilities nationwide, WATEK has successfully delivered high-performance solutions for complex treatment challenges, including brackish water desalination, filtration, and zero-liquid discharge.
By merging WATEK’s specialized expertise with NCS’s national footprint and multidisciplinary engineering services, the combined firm is positioned to offer clients a broader range of integrated solutions — from regulatory compliance and construction management to membrane treatment plant design, instrumentation, and SCADA integration.
“We are thrilled to welcome WATEK Engineering into the NCS family,” said Ram Narasimhan, P.E., President of NCS Engineers. “Their exceptional reputation, engineering depth, and passion for innovative water treatment aligns seamlessly with our mission to deliver high-quality, forward-thinking infrastructure solutions to the communities we serve.”
The merger reflects NCS Engineers’ long-term vision to expand its geographic presence and reinforce its technical capabilities in high-performance water treatment. With offices in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and Maryland, NCS Engineers continues to expand its national service delivery model, featuring enhanced design and planning capabilities in membrane systems, source water treatment, hydraulic modeling, and advanced disinfection technologies.
Clients can expect a seamless transition as teams from both firms begin collaboration on projects ranging from drinking water treatment and wastewater reuse to compliance consulting, capital improvement planning, and electrical and instrumentation integration.
About NCS Engineers
NCS Engineers is a water, wastewater, and environmental engineering firm serving public and private sector clients throughout the United States. With over 26 years of experience, NCS specializes in infrastructure design, regulatory compliance, modeling, SCADA systems, and construction management.
About WATEK Engineering
WATEK Engineering Corporation, established in 1996, is a leading provider of membrane water treatment and infrastructure engineering services. Known for its technical innovation and commitment to water quality, WATEK has delivered advanced treatment solutions for municipalities nationwide.
