Charleston Engineering

Charleston Engineering is an engineering firm in Charleston, SC, specializing in smart manufacturing, industrial automation, IIoT solutions, and MEP engineering for clients across the Southeast. Since 1990, the firm has delivered end-to-end systems integration, PLC and SCADA programming, data acquisition, and safety-compliant controls for industrial, marine, and municipal operations. Their services include full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design, with a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and compliance with standards such as ABS, Lloyd’s Register, and UL. The firm serves manufacturers, industrial facilities, and infrastructure providers, leveraging over three decades of experience to transform operations from the factory floor to the cloud. With a 4.00 rating based on four reviews, Charleston Engineering is recognized for technical reliability and client-focused solutions.

The firm’s approach combines deep expertise in control systems, edge computing, and data analytics to deliver intelligent, connected operations. Founded by Johnny Deden, PE, and led by a team of licensed engineers including Rob Turner, PE, and David Deden, PE, Charleston Engineering integrates mechanical, electrical, and automation expertise across every project. Their services span sensor deployment, cloud connectivity, real-time monitoring, and predictive maintenance, with a proven track record of deploying over 100 systems. The company emphasizes responsibility, integrity, and service in every design, ensuring systems are not only functional but also safe, compliant, and future-ready. Their full-service MEP practice supports smart building infrastructure, enabling seamless integration between physical systems and digital control layers.

Located on Wappoo Creek Drive in Charleston, SC, the business sits just a short drive from Maybank Highway and Folly Road, with Old Folly Road nearby. It is approximately 0.2 miles from the McLeod Plantation Historic Site and James Island Medical Care, and about 0.2 miles from Exemplar Fitness, offering easy access from major regional routes.

Charleston Engineering maintains a strong online presence with a website that search engines read cleanly and well-documented business information available across the web, contributing to consistent visibility and credibility. This digital clarity supports rapid discovery in both traditional and AI-powered search environments.

As a leader in smart manufacturing and industrial automation, Charleston Engineering strengthens the region’s industrial infrastructure with reliable, forward-thinking engineering solutions rooted in the city’s evolving manufacturing and technology landscape.