2025 U.S. Engineering Services Industry & Market Report

The 2025 U.S. Engineering Services Industry & Market report, published annually, contains timely and accurate industry statistics, forecasts and demographics (NAICS 54133).

The report features 2025 current and 2026 forecast estimates on the size of the industry (sales, establishments, employment) nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and over 900 metro areas. Written analysis is included on detailed market definitions, market segments, market applications, market end-users, market drivers, and market restaints. Other data includes financial ratios, number of firms, payroll, industry definition, 5-year historical trends on industry sales, establishments and employment, a breakdown of establishments, sales and employment by employee size of establishment (9 categories), and estimates on up to 10 sub-industries, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering and building construction consulting.

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in applying physical laws and principles of engineering in the design, development, and utilization of machines, materials, instruments, structures, processes, and systems. The assignments undertaken by these establishments may involve any of the following activities: provision of advice, preparation of feasibility studies, preparation of preliminary and final plans and designs, provision of technical services during the construction or installation phase, inspection and evaluation of engineering projects, and related services.

This report is an essential part of any GAP analysis, benchmarking project, SWOT analysis, business plan, risk analysis, or growth-share matrix.