Business Details
47 Years
experience
Electrical Engineering & Lighting Design Experts in San Rafael
Founded in 1979 by Brian O'Mahony and Jan Myer, our firm has evolved from a two-person operation into an award-winning engineering practice with offices in San Rafael, California, and Pacific Harbour, Fiji. With a team of 25 professionals and over 2,600 completed projects, we specialize in electrical engineering and lighting design for civic, educational, institutional, and commercial sectors. Our lighting design studio, Peters & Myer, stands as a leader in addressing complex illumination challenges while maintaining architectural integrity.The strategic placement of our Fiji office enables 24/7 project support through seamless day-night workflow coordination. We prioritize sustainable design principles, integrating energy-efficient systems like photovoltaic power and daylight harvesting to meet LEED and CHPS standards. Our commitment to rigorous documentation minimizes construction errors and ensures client vision realization. Decades of expertise in data centers, laboratories, and low-voltage systems position us as innovators in technical electrical solutions.
Services
Electrical Engineering
Lighting Design
Photovoltaic Systems
LEED Certification
Construction Support
Data Center Design
Daylight Harvesting
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 44 years of specialized electrical engineering experience since 1979
- Our dedicated lighting studio handles complex illumination challenges
- We implement proven sustainable design strategies reducing energy consumption
- 24/7 support through coordinated California-Fiji office operations
- Expertise in LEED certification requirements and documentation
Services
Electrical Engineering
We design comprehensive electrical systems for public and private facilities, including specialized solutions for data centers, laboratories, and low-voltage infrastructure. Our engineers ensure code compliance while optimizing system efficiency. With decades of experience, we deliver reliable power distribution solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements.
Lighting Design
Our award-winning lighting studio creates architecturally appropriate illumination solutions that enhance visual environments. We balance aesthetic goals with functional requirements, specializing in complex projects requiring precise light control and energy-efficient fixtures for both interior and exterior applications.
Photovoltaic Systems
We design photovoltaic power systems ranging from 5kW to 3MW with various mounting configurations. Our expertise includes system integration, voltage optimization, and component specification for maximum energy production while meeting site-specific aesthetic and functional needs.
LEED Certification
We support LEED certification across all rating systems through energy-efficient designs that meet credit requirements for light pollution reduction, renewable energy, and optimized energy performance. Our documentation ensures smooth certification processes for new and existing buildings.
Construction Support
Our team provides continuous construction phase support with detailed documentation minimizing change orders. Through coordinated California-Fiji operations, we offer around-the-clock assistance ensuring timely resolution of field issues while maintaining design integrity throughout project execution.
People
Brian O'Mahony
Founder
Co-founder with 44 years of electrical engineering experience, Brian established the firm's commitment to technical excellence and client-focused solutions that continues through our 2,600+ project portfolio.
Jan Myer
Founder
Co-founder who helped develop the firm's lighting design expertise, Jan's vision established our dual-office model enabling continuous project support through innovative workflow coordination between California and Fiji.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We provide electrical engineering and lighting design for commercial, civic, educational, and institutional projects including data centers, laboratories, and low-voltage systems.
How do you incorporate sustainable design principles?
Our designs integrate photovoltaic systems, daylight harvesting, and energy-efficient lighting to reduce consumption while meeting LEED® and CHPS certification requirements.
Can you assist with LEED certification projects?
Yes, we have 75+ projects in LEED certification processes and understand requirements for all rating systems including New Construction and Schools.
What project examples demonstrate your expertise?
Our portfolio includes Yosemite National Park housing lighting, Unocal's energy-efficient headquarters, and 2,600+ electrical engineering projects across multiple sectors.
How do you ensure construction phase success?
We provide detailed documentation reducing errors, plus 24/7 support through coordinated California-Fiji office operations for continuous project assistance.
