Dallas-based engineering and consulting firm Signature Automation has been acquired by North Carolina’s McKim & Creed to grow its Texas footprint.

The strategic acquisition also boosts the range of services available to Signature Automation’s clients. Together, the companies said that they will deliver enhanced value to clients through combined expertise and expanded offerings.

 “This partnership not only enhances our technical capabilities but also creates new opportunities for our clients, our employees, and our communities,” Rick Hidalgo, PE, Signature Automation’s President and CEO, said in a statement. “Together, we’ll continue to build on a foundation of quality and trust, ensuring that every project reflects our dedication to excellence.”

Originally known for its expertise in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Signature Automation has grown to provide a wide variety of services for clients in the municipal, water/wastewater, and correctional sectors.

Better together

McKim & Creed leadership said the acquisition was a win-win for both companies.

“McKim & Creed has long maintained a strong presence in Texas, but this marks an exciting expansion of our services in the state,” said Street Lee, CEO of McKim & Creed. “By combining our established electrical and instrumentation expertise from the Southeast U.S. with Signature Automation’s outstanding reputation in Texas and surrounding states, we’re enhancing our ability to support larger and more complex projects across the region. This expansion strengthens our position as one of the largest E&I firms in the Southeast and reinforces our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions for our Texas clients.”

As an employee-owned firm, McKim & Creed said it places a strong emphasis on culture, collaboration, and innovation. The shared focus on people and technical excellence made Signature Automation a natural fit, the companies said.

The two companies said they complementary strengths, and by combining them, they can deliver smarter, more integrated solutions and expand opportunities for clients and employees across Texas and beyond.

“For us, this decision was about securing a strong future for our employees,” said Kevin Patel, PE, vice president and COO of Signature Automation. “Our culture has always been built on collaboration, accountability, and pride in what we deliver. With this addition, we’ll have more ways for our employees to explore new roles, take on new challenges, and make a lasting impact. Together, we’ll continue to foster an environment where every individual can contribute, innovate, and succeed.”,

The two companies said they plan to collaborate closely to ensure a smooth and seamless transition for clients, employees, and business partners.

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