Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Design Partner
Founded in 1981 by President Edward A. Smallhorn, Sea Engineering has established itself as a leader in engineering design and product development. Our expertise spans ocean engineering, subsea technologies, diving equipment, and specialized machinery, serving industries ranging from aerospace to defense. With over four decades of experience, we combine technical precision with innovative problem-solving to deliver solutions tailored to client needs. Our portfolio includes groundbreaking products like the Water Vapor Diffusion Apparatus and Sweating Hot Plate, developed through rigorous scientific methodology. We maintain global partnerships and adhere to strict quality standards, including ASME PVHO certification for pressure vessel design.Our team of seasoned professionals leverages advanced 3D modeling, finite element analysis, and computer fluid dynamics to transform complex concepts into functional systems. From subsea battery housings to thermal manikins for automotive R&D, we prioritize reliability, safety, and performance in every project. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through successful collaborations in defense, environmental testing, and industrial equipment design. As a trusted engineering partner, we emphasize transparency, technical expertise, and client collaboration to ensure project success. This enduring approach has positioned us as a key player in delivering mission-critical engineering solutions worldwide.
Services
Engineering Design
Product Development
Subsea Equipment
Diving Apparatus
Thermal Testing
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized engineering expertise across 10+ industries
- Proven track record in defense and aerospace-certified projects
- In-house 3D modeling and finite element analysis capabilities
- ASME PVHO-certified pressure vessel design expertise
- Global project execution with local Dartmouth-based oversight
Associations and certifications
- ASME Pressure Vessels for Human Occupancy (PVHO)
Services
Engineering Design
Our engineering design team creates customized solutions using advanced 3D modeling and computer fluid dynamics analysis. We specialize in transforming conceptual ideas into detailed technical specifications for manufacturing and implementation. Our services include finite element analysis, stress testing, and regulatory compliance verification to ensure structural integrity and performance standards.
Product Development
From prototype creation to production support, we manage complete product development cycles. Our expertise covers mechanical systems, thermal management solutions, and specialized test equipment. We apply parametric modeling techniques and collaborate with clients to optimize designs for functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness across diverse industrial applications.
Subsea Equipment
We design and analyze subsea equipment including pressure vessels, sampling systems, and battery housings. Our engineers perform finite element analysis to verify pressure integrity and develop solutions for oceanographic research, salvage operations, and underwater vehicle systems while meeting ASME PVHO standards.
Aerospace Solutions
Our aerospace capabilities include cargo conversion systems, component testing, and refrigeration solutions for aircraft. We coordinate global design teams to develop reversible cargo systems and perform stress analysis on critical components for commercial aviation applications.
Thermal Testing
We create specialized thermal testing equipment like sweating hot plates and guarded manikins for evaluating protective garments and environmental control systems. Our solutions measure thermal resistance and moisture transport in extreme conditions for military, automotive, and survival applications.
People
Edward A. Smallhorn
President
Founder and president with 40+ years of engineering experience, specializing in subsea systems and defense projects. Holds NATO Secret certification and manages international collaborations.
Questions
What engineering services does SEA Engineering offer?
We provide product development, 3D modeling, finite element analysis, and specialized equipment design for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
Do you handle international engineering projects?
Yes, we've successfully managed projects with clients and partners in Canada, Netherlands, Thailand, and the United States.
What defense engineering capabilities do you have?
We design subsea vehicles, breathing apparatus, and pressure systems under ITAR and Canadian Controlled Goods certifications.
Are your engineering solutions customizable?
All projects receive tailored solutions using parametric modeling and iterative design processes to meet specific requirements.
