Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Utility Infrastructure
Founded in 1985, Engineering Partners (EPI) is a women-owned engineering consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for utility infrastructure and industrial power systems. Certified by WBENC and recognized as a Minority Business Enterprise by the California Public Utilities Commission, our team of over 150 professionals specializes in electric distribution engineering, wildfire mitigation, and system hardening. We prioritize client satisfaction through a collaborative approach, combining technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability and community engagement.Our work strengthens electric grids and supports renewable energy initiatives, serving clients like SDG&E with projects that meet rigorous safety, quality, and efficiency standards. With decades of experience, we provide end-to-end engineering servicesfrom conceptual design to construction oversightensuring reliability and compliance with evolving industry demands.
Services
Industrial Engineering
Power System Engineering
Wildfire Mitigation
Electric Distribution Design
Substation Engineering
EV Charging Infrastructure
Photovoltaic System Design
Facility Assessment Studies
Emergency Generation Systems
Telemetry Systems Design
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized expertise in utility infrastructure engineering.
- Our team holds WBENC and CPUC MBE certifications for diversity and excellence.
- We deliver end-to-end solutions from conceptual design to construction oversight.
- Our wildfire mitigation strategies have saved clients over $100k per mile in costs.
- We maintain rigorous QA/QC processes to meet SDG&E and industry standards.
Associations and certifications
- WBENC
- California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) MBE
Services
Wildfire Mitigation
Our wildfire mitigation services focus on hardening electric infrastructure against fire risks through program management, engineering reviews, and design improvements. We collaborate with utilities like SDG&E to implement fire-resistant systems, reduce easement requirements, and optimize cost efficiency while maintaining grid reliability. Our solutions include overhead-to-underground conversions and compliance with safety standards.
Electric Distribution Engineering
We design and upgrade electric distribution systems to enhance grid reliability and safety. Our work includes cable replacements, switch installations, and SCADA integration for utilities like SDG&E. We ensure compliance with industry standards while supporting new business developments and infrastructure modernization across residential, commercial, and municipal sectors.
Substation Engineering
Our substation engineering services cover design, planning, and system upgrades for utilities and federal agencies. Projects include configuring high-voltage systems, integrating SCADA controls, and expanding capacity to meet growing energy demands. We ensure seamless coordination with utility standards and provide lifecycle support from design to construction.
EV Charging Infrastructure
We specialize in designing EV charging stations that meet accessibility and utility regulations. Our portfolio includes over 150 public charging locations across San Diego, military installations, and fleet electrification projects. We ensure scalable, code-compliant solutions that support sustainable transportation and infrastructure modernization.
Power System Engineering
We provide comprehensive power system engineering for commercial, educational, and municipal facilities. Services include load forecasting, short-circuit analysis, and uninterruptible power system design. Our team utilizes advanced software to optimize energy efficiency, safety, and compliance with evolving electrical codes and client-specific requirements.
Questions
What engineering services does EPI specialize in?
EPI specializes in utility infrastructure, wildfire mitigation, electric distribution, substation design, and renewable energy integration.
Is EPI a certified minority- or women-owned business?
Yes, EPI is WBENC-certified as a women-owned business and recognized as a CPUC MBE.
Which utilities does EPI collaborate with?
EPI works extensively with SDG&E on reliability projects, wildfire mitigation, and infrastructure upgrades.
What geographic areas does EPI serve?
EPI operates primarily in California and Washington, with projects across the U.S.
How does EPI ensure project quality and compliance?
We implement rigorous QA/QC processes, adhere to SDG&E and industry standards, and provide third-party reviews.
Can EPI handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, our team of 150+ professionals manages complex projects from concept to completion, including multi-mile undergrounding and substation upgrades.
