Dan E. Tourgee, PE, is the Founder and Chairman of TAI Engineering, bringing over 45 years of industry experience and a legacy of entrepreneurial leadership. He established TAI on March 18, 1989, with a vision of delivering engineering excellence through integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to clients and employees.
At TAI, Mr. Tourgee is responsible for shaping the firm’s strategic direction, establishing long-term objectives, and preserving the company’s values-driven culture. Under his leadership, TAI has grown into a trusted, multidisciplinary engineering and technical services firm serving clients across a wide range of industries.
His background spans mechanical and environmental engineering, as well as business leadership, allowing him to guide projects and people with balanced technical and strategic insight.
Mr. Tourgee’s leadership is grounded in a philosophy of excellence, ethics, and collaboration. He emphasizes professionalism, transparent communication, and respect across all levels of the organization and client engagements.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University, a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, and a Master of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University. Mr. Tourgee is a licensed Professional Engineer in Maryland, Kentucky, and Virginia.