Tobias Fast

Tobias Fast is a Partner at Fast + Epp and a senior structural engineer with a strong international portfolio. His career spans work with leading engineering firms in Frankfurt, New York, and London, contributing to major projects across eight countries, and a portfolio that includes Manhattan skyscrapers, tensioned structures at the London Zoo, and prefabricated, egg-shaped timber cabins designed for wilderness locations in British Columbia.

Tobias currently leads the structural design of the $150 million Williams College Art Museum in Massachusetts—a project that exemplifies his ability to manage large, complex cultural developments with ambitious architecture.

As Engineer-of-Record, Tobias is known for delivering high-quality design and technical detailing at every stage of a project. He places strong emphasis on progressive workflows to drive efficiency and innovation. Tobias has played a key role in spearheading the firm’s adoption of emerging technologies and guiding the expansion into new markets—while ensuring continuity and resilience for the future.

In 2023, Tobias was named a Partner at Fast + Epp, joining Paul Fast and Robert Jackson in the firm’s leadership. His focus on efficient design, strong communication, and mentorship has helped drive the company’s continued growth. His promotion marked an important step in Fast + Epp’s future-forward strategy to continue a legacy of world-class engineering.