Unfortunately I don't know of any workplace research that focuses specifically on engineering. This article from Quartz has some information that you may find i

Unfortunately I don't know of any workplace research that focuses specifically on engineering. This article from Quartz has some information that you may find interesting/useful: https://qz.com/806583/programmers-hate-open-floor-plans/ https://qz.com/806583/programmers-hate-open-floor-plans/