Nolan Engineering

Shawn Nolan has worked extensively throughout the entertainment industry.  His experience ranges from regional theatre to projects in NYC and Las Vegas.  His work includes structural and mechanical analysis and design for show equipment, permanent rigging installations, stunts and special effects. 

Our Business

Shawn provides "to the trade" specialty engineering design, analysis and support services for the live show industry.  Services include structural analysis and design, review and sealing of structural documents and design and coordination of automation and mechanical effects.  Nolan Engineering can provide a review of existing or new venues and help you develop specifications relating to loads and system performance requirements relating to automation and general rigging systems design.

Who We Are

As a Technical Director, equipment designer, Professional Engineer and automation and effects designer, Shawn Nolan has devoted his adult life to the entertainment industry.  He has always had a passion for detailed, focused and rational problem solving relating to the myriad challenges that appear on the entertainment industry horizon.  "There is no other industry as vibrant, as dynamic or filled with as many unique individuals as this one.  I would not change jobs for anything in the world."