CSA Design Group, Inc.
Civil Engineering & Land Development Experts
We are a civil engineering firm specializing in land development, delivering practical, efficient, and constructible solutions from concept through completion.
Our team partners with developers, builders, and municipalities to transform raw land into successful projects—balancing engineering precision, regulatory compliance, and real-world constructability at every stage.
We design the infrastructure that shapes the very community that we live in through smart design, proven experience, and dependable service. CSA delivers thoughtful, efficient designs that account for site constraints, environmental considerations, and long-term performance—helping our clients tailor their vision into a reality.
About our Firm
CSA Currently employees a staff with a combined 100 years of engineering and construction experience.
An Organization's strength is based on the experience of its people, and in this regard CSA Design Group has both breadth and depth. CSA has officers and employees registered as Professional Engineers in Texas, New Mexico, and Virginia. The average tenure of our employee is 15 years bringing to you consistency in design and the knowledge needed to bring your vision into reality.
Our Services
We offer the following Civil Engineering services:
Stormwater Management
Residential Subdivision Design
Industrial & Manufacturing Design
Commercial Design
FEMA Mitigative Studies
Feasibility Studies
Roadway & Infrastructure Design
Subdivision & Zoning Services
Construction Loan Inspections
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Our Team
John C. Karlsruher, P.E., Principal & Eileen Karlsruher , President
John and Eileen are the Owners and Principal leaders of the firm, having taken the helm in the 1990's and shaping it into the trusted civil engineering company it is today. Through decades of leadership, they established the firm’s reputation for technical excellence, practical design, and dependable service across all phases of civil engineering and land development.
Under their direction, the company has expanded its capabilities, refined its design standards, and built long-standing relationships with clients, agencies, and communities. Their hands-on leadership and commitment to quality continue to define the firm’s culture and long-term vision.
Adrian I. Holguin-Ontiveros, P.E., CFM, CNU-A, MSCM Vice President
Adrian has been employed with the firm since 2012 and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and New Mexico. He has a Bachelors Degree of Science in Civil Engineering and a Masters Degree in Construction Management from the University of Texas at El Paso.
Adrian serves as Vice President, overseeing firm operations while leading civil design efforts with a specialization in land development. With extensive experience guiding projects from initial planning through construction, he ensures technical excellence, efficient workflows, and consistent delivery across all project phases. Adrian's leadership balances strategic oversight with hands-on engineering, supporting both project success and long-term company growth.
Nancy Hayes, P.E., CFM, CNU-A, LEED-AP Senior Project Manager
Mrs. Nancy Hayes is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Texas, New Mexico, and Virginia. She also is LEEP AP certified to help bring sustainability to all projects. Nancy has 24 years of experience in land development specializing in stormwater design working in multiple jurisdictions.
Nancy is a drainage and FEMA specialist with a deep understanding of El Paso’s unique desert hydrology—where rain is rare, but when it shows up, it means business. Specializing in floodplain analysis, FEMA coordination, and stormwater design, Nancy helps projects stay compliant, constructable, and out of the flood zone. Known for translating complex regulations and flood maps into clear, practical solutions, she makes sure water behaves.
Additional Support Staff
Glen Brooks
Design Project Manager
Sean McKay
Sr. CAD Designer
Eric Hernandez
CAD Technician
Turnkey Solutions
Our turnkey approach delivers complete civil engineering solutions—from concept to completion—ensuring efficiency, consistency, and reliable results.
Local
CSA has been servicing the El Paso and Southern New Mexico regions for nearly a half-century. CSA proudly serves our local community with Engineering solutions bred from thoughtful and responsible design.
Delivery
Our team delivers efficient, cost-conscious engineering services, keeping every project on time and within budget without compromising quality.
Commitment
CSA's team is committed to providing the best possible products for the community that they live and grow in. We are proud of our community and eager to service it to the best of our abilities.
Contact us
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