Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions for Water, Civil & Specialized Projects
Founded in 1967, we are a dedicated team of structural engineers committed to solving complex challenges for clients across the U.S. and internationally. Our expertise spans water infrastructure, civil structures, and specialized engineering projects, with seven strategically located offices along the Pacific coast. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative, tailored solutions that transform client visions into resilient, functional realities. Our multidisciplinary approach addresses municipal, commercial, residential, and industrial needs, ensuring safety and durability in every design.With decades of collective experience, we combine technical precision with creative problem-solving to meet evolving industry demands. Our mission drives us to enhance communities through engineering excellence, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and reliability. From forensic analysis to demolition support, we tackle projects of all scales with unwavering professionalism and technical mastery.
Services
Water Infrastructure
Civil Structures
Parks & Recreation
Commercial Facilities
Residential Engineering
Demolition Services
Forensic Analysis
Contractor Support
Marine Structures
Structural Design
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer 58 years of specialized structural engineering expertise since 1967.
- Our team operates seven Pacific coast locations with nationwide reach.
- We provide tailored solutions for complex municipal and industrial projects.
- Our engineers specialize in forensic analysis and demolition support services.
- We maintain marine environment engineering expertise with corrosion-resistant designs.
Services
Water Infrastructure
Designing and evaluating water reservoirs, wastewater treatment plants, and stormwater facilities. Our engineers specialize in conveyance systems including pumping stations and chemical feed facilities. We ensure durable, code-compliant solutions for potable water, recycled water, and wastewater management systems.
Civil Structures
Providing structural engineering for bridges, roadways, and marine environments. We design public buildings, transportation infrastructure, and coastal structures resistant to vessel impact and corrosion. Our expertise includes light-duty bridges for parks and heavy-load marine facilities.
Demolition Services
Offering controlled demolition planning and execution for damaged or obsolete structures. Our team handles partial/full demolitions, fire damage repairs, and forensic investigations. We develop safe, cost-effective solutions for complex demolition challenges in urban and sensitive environments.
Residential Engineering
Creating structural solutions for custom multi-level homes and residential upgrades. We collaborate with architects and homeowners to ensure code compliance and structural integrity. Our services include foundation design, seismic retrofitting, and specialized equestrian facility engineering.
Forensic Analysis
Investigating structural failures and damage from natural disasters or accidents. We provide expert evaluation of building conditions, material failures, and code compliance issues. Our reports include repair recommendations and preventive measures for enhanced structural longevity.
People
Josue Guevara
Intern
Engineering intern with 14 weeks of hands-on experience in structural design and project support at PSE's Portland office.
Cabe Nieth
Staff Designer
Experienced staff designer and Engineer-in-Training contributing to structural projects and community initiatives like the Salem Ironman Triathlon.
Questions
What engineering specialties does PSE offer?
We specialize in water infrastructure, civil structures, demolition services, forensic engineering, and residential/commercial structural design.
How long has PSE been in business?
Peterson Structural Engineers has been providing engineering solutions since 1967, with over 58 years of industry experience.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, we serve clients throughout the U.S. and internationally, delivering structural engineering solutions across borders.
What makes PSE different from other firms?
Our focused expertise in structural engineering combined with 58+ years of experience and seven Pacific coast locations enables specialized, responsive service.
Can you handle marine environment projects?
Yes, we design structures for corrosive marine environments with expertise in vessel impact resistance and coastal infrastructure.
Reviews (2)
Vanessa Miller
Mar 11, 2022
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Anna answered the phone and was VERY unfriendly and very unenthusiastic. I greeted her in a bubbly matter and asked if I could ask her a few questions if she had a moment and she responded with "QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT?" Which I replied with " Ummmm the services you provide". She then responded with a dull tone and acted as if I inconvenienced her in the middle of her bad mood. You guys should maybe have someone who seems to enjoy her job a little more answer your phones. VERY unprofessional Karen. OOPs I mean ANNA!
Katy B.
Apr 26, 2019
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Peterson Structural Engineering firm, specifically Nicholas Welling, referred me to a man, JEFF SCOTT of JWS Consulting/JWS Home Consulting/JWS Contracting to draw up plans for a garage. Jeff Scott did not complete half of what he said he would do, overcharged me and now will not reply back to anything. When I did research, I found out he does not have a valid professional licence or valid company. Peterson Structural Engineers referred me to an illegal draftsman. Pathetic.
