Business Details
30 Years
experience
Renewable Energy Engineering Experts Since 1996
Founded in 1996, Consulting Engineers Group has dedicated itself to delivering high-technology transmission and distribution engineering solutions. Our team of principal engineers brings over 100 years of combined experience in renewable energy systems, specializing in solar, wind, battery storage, substation design, SCADA networks, and transmission line projects. We prioritize innovation and sustainability, leveraging cutting-edge technology to create eco-friendly energy solutions that reduce environmental impact while delivering cost savings. Our nationwide reach spans diverse climates, from the California desert to the Louisiana bayou, demonstrating our adaptability to any project environment. We collaborate closely with clients and contractors to ensure constructable designs, efficient grid optimization, and seamless integration of renewable energy systems.With a focus on reliability, safety, and compliance, we handle projects from inception to completion, including detailed modeling, procurement, and construction oversight. Our commitment to waste management and recycling reflects our broader environmental responsibility beyond project execution. By fostering direct communication with experienced engineers, we ensure personalized service and timely project delivery. Our multidisciplinary approach combines electrical, civil, and structural expertise to address unique design challenges across wind, solar, and BESS sectors. This dedication to excellence positions us as a trusted partner in advancing the global energy transition.
Services
Solar Engineering
Wind Energy
Battery Energy Storage
Substation Design
SCADA Systems
Transmission Line Design
Power Studies
Grid Optimization
Renewable Consulting
Sustainable Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 28+ years of renewable energy engineering expertise spanning all 50 states.
- Our engineers have executed projects in diverse climates from deserts to coastal regions.
- We provide tailored grid optimization strategies for each client's specific needs.
- Our team collaborates directly with clients from project inception to completion.
- We combine multidisciplinary engineering skills to solve complex design challenges.
Services
Solar Engineering
Our solar engineering services deliver efficient system designs tailored to specific land conditions. We provide production modeling, interconnection support, and constructable site layouts optimized for yield analysis. Our utility-trained engineers ensure seamless integration across array designs and other project scopes while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Substation Design
We specialize in complete substation engineering from distribution voltages up to 345 kV. Our services include 3D modeling, electrical studies, equipment procurement, and construction oversight. Our designs accommodate upgrades, modernization projects, and new developments while ensuring code compliance and long-term durability in diverse environments.
Transmission Lines
Our transmission line design services combine electrical, civil, and structural engineering expertise. Using PLSCADD software, we optimize designs for wooden, steel, or laminated wood structures while considering environmental impact. We implement foundation strategies tailored to site-specific conditions for maximum efficiency and regulatory compliance.
SCADA Systems
We design and integrate SCADA networks for renewable energy assets ranging from 3 MW to 300 MW. Our systems feature ruggedized equipment for harsh environments and balanced cybersecurity protocols. Project-specific network designs allow client customization while maintaining industry-leading reliability and accessibility standards.
Battery Storage
Our battery energy storage solutions (BESS) focus on grid stabilization and optimization. We develop adaptive management strategies that enhance renewable energy integration while addressing aging infrastructure. Our designs conserve existing assets, augment capacity, or implement new systems tailored to client requirements for reliability and efficiency.
People
Vince Granquist
President & Majority Owner
With over three decades in renewable energy, Vince Granquist specializes in substation and transmission system design. He leads project management for large-scale developments while maintaining active involvement in business growth and strategic planning.
Max Bartholomay
Executive Vice President & Majority Owner
Max Bartholomay oversees CEG's operations and financial strategy while applying his electrical engineering expertise to protection systems and power studies. He develops long-term growth plans that balance workload management with risk analysis.
Questions
What renewable energy engineering services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive engineering services for solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects including substation design, transmission lines, SCADA systems, and grid optimization solutions.
Do you work outside the United States?
Yes, in addition to projects across all 50 US states, we've worked in Central America and can support international renewable energy projects across diverse climates.
How do you ensure project sustainability?
Beyond designing clean energy systems, we practice waste management through equipment recycling and reuse. Our designs consider environmental impact while maintaining technical excellence and regulatory compliance.
Can you handle complex engineering challenges?
Our multidisciplinary approach combines electrical, civil, and structural expertise to solve complex design challenges, with senior engineers available to resolve critical intersections between project scopes.
What makes your SCADA systems unique?
We deliver customized SCADA networks with ruggedized equipment built for harsh conditions. Our designs balance cybersecurity with accessibility, with dedicated engineers supporting each project through its entire lifecycle.
How do you manage large-scale projects?
We employ a comprehensive project management approach from initial modeling through construction oversight, ensuring efficient material procurement, code compliance, and timely delivery for projects of any size.
Reviews (1)
Steve Peichel
Apr 23, 2021
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You'll be blown away by their wind projects and take a shining to their solar projects. Don't forget to ask for your personal substation to be supersized for the extra value.
