Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Testing & Engineering Services in Waukesha
Since 1995, A C Engineering has provided practical, cost-effective electrical testing services to utility and industrial sectors. Our team of dedicated engineers and technicians specializes in testing, servicing, and repairing electrical distribution equipment, ensuring reliable and safe operations for substations and industrial systems. With over two decades of combined experience, our professionals hold advanced certifications and licenses, including Wisconsin Professional Engineering credentials. We maintain a focus on innovation, delivering tailored solutions for electrical distribution challenges while adhering to industry standards like NEMA, NETA, and NFPA 70E.Our services span from arc flash studies to protective relay programming, supported by comprehensive maintenance programs and field expertise. We serve southeastern Wisconsin with localized knowledge and technical excellence, prioritizing client satisfaction through transparent communication and proven methodologies. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through long-term client relationships and specialized training programs for equipment operation and safety protocols.
Services
Electrical Testing
Substation Maintenance
Arc Flash Studies
Protective Relay Programming
Circuit Breaker Repair
Transformer Testing
Power Quality Analysis
Equipment Training
Infrared Scanning
Battery System Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized electrical engineering expertise
- Our team includes Wisconsin-licensed Professional Engineers
- We provide comprehensive NETA/NFPA 70E-compliant testing services
- We implement customized maintenance programs for industrial systems
- Our engineers hold advanced certifications in protective relay programming
Services
Electrical Testing
We perform comprehensive electrical distribution equipment testing to NETA, NEMA, and NFPA 70E standards. Our services include transformer analysis, circuit breaker testing, and protective relay programming. Our engineers ensure equipment reliability and safety compliance for industrial and utility clients.
Substation Maintenance
Our substation maintenance programs include full acceptance testing, preventive maintenance, and equipment repair. We service transformers, tap changers, and circuit switchers with SF6 handling capabilities. Our team ensures optimal substation performance and longevity.
Arc Flash Studies
We conduct detailed arc flash risk assessments and develop safety protocols. Our engineers perform system coordination studies and provide specialized training for electrical workers to meet OSHA and NFPA 70E requirements.
Protective Relay Programming
Our experts program and test electromechanical, solid state, and digital protective relays. We implement settings for medium voltage systems and perform advanced control circuit troubleshooting for industrial applications.
Circuit Breaker Repair
We repair low and medium voltage circuit breakers including contact replacement, vacuum bottle analysis, and mechanism adjustments. Our technicians perform primary/secondary current injection testing and preventive maintenance for reliable operation.
People
Bob Lavin
Founder & Engineer
Professional Engineer with Wisconsin license. 1967 University of Illinois graduate. 50+ years electrical engineering experience including Westinghouse and A. C. Engineering leadership since 1995. Specializes in industrial systems and arc flash studies.
Jason Lemke
Field Service Engineer
MSOE 2001 graduate. 20+ years electrical testing experience. Specializes in protective relaying, distributed generation, and equipment start-up. Joined A. C. Engineering while in college and became full-time in 2001.
Dan Gies
Field Service Technician
MATC 2000 graduate. 15+ years field service experience. Expert in circuit breaker testing, data centers, and industrial repairs. Senior technician with mechanical/electrical systems expertise since joining in 2007.
Matt Meier
Field Service Engineer
Purdue University graduate. 15+ years utility industry experience. Specializes in relay testing and control circuit commissioning. Joined A. C. Engineering in 2020 after utility sector work.
Jason Honick
Field Service Technician
20+ years electrical field service experience. Expert in infrared testing and legacy equipment repair. Joined A. C. Engineering in 2023 with extensive mechanical systems knowledge.
Questions
What electrical testing services do you offer?
We test all electrical distribution equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, and substations to NETA, NEMA, and NFPA 70E standards.
Do you provide maintenance programs?
Yes, we develop customized preventive maintenance programs for electrical distribution systems with scheduled testing and equipment analysis.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Our team includes Wisconsin-licensed Professional Engineers with specialized certifications in electrical testing and relay programming.
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve utility companies and industrial clients in southeastern Wisconsin with electrical testing and maintenance solutions.
Do you offer arc flash analysis?
Yes, we conduct comprehensive arc flash studies and provide safety training programs for electrical workers.
Can you repair electrical distribution equipment?
Our technicians perform repairs on switchgear, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, and other electrical apparatus with on-site and shop services.
