Business Details
41 Years
experience
Engineering & Technical Consulting Services
KLG is a multidisciplinary engineering and technical consulting firm with a legacy of delivering innovative solutions for complex challenges. Founded in 1985, we combine deep technical expertise with cutting-edge technology to serve government and private sector clients across aerospace, healthcare, education, and industrial markets. Our team of 4,300+ professionals operates from 100+ offices across North America, specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP/FP) design, structural engineering, civil infrastructure, digital automation, and sustainability consulting.We prioritize holistic problem-solving, leveraging 360-degree perspectives to eliminate carbon footprints through renewable energy integration and sustainable design. With $20B in annual construction value and 17,300+ annual projects, we maintain a client-centric approach focused on reliability, resilience, and long-term value. Our employee-owned structure fosters technical mastery and market vision, enabling us to question assumptions and challenge industry norms while maintaining strict compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Services
MEP/FP Design
Structural Engineering
Civil Infrastructure
Digital Automation
Sustainability Consulting
Forensic Engineering
Acoustics Design
Lighting Solutions
Building Envelope
Commissioning Services
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined leadership experience in multidisciplinary engineering solutions
- Our employee-owned structure ensures direct accountability and technical excellence
- We implement patented digital twin technology for industrial automation optimization
- Our team holds 915M+ sq ft of building sustainability expertise annually
- We maintain 100+ North American offices for localized project execution
Services
MEP/FP Design
Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP/FP) design services optimize building systems for efficiency and sustainability. We deliver customized HVAC, power distribution, and water management solutions that reduce energy consumption while maintaining code compliance. Our engineers use advanced modeling tools to ensure systems integration in healthcare, data center, and industrial facilities.
Digital Automation
We implement industrial automation and digital twin technology for process optimization. Our solutions include control system design, robotics integration, and IIoT platforms that enhance operational efficiency. We specialize in turnkey systems for pharmaceutical, food processing, and aerospace sectors, reducing downtime through predictive maintenance and real-time data analytics.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineers design resilient frameworks for new construction and renovations. We provide cold-formed steel solutions, seismic assessments, and forensic analysis for commercial and industrial facilities. Using BIM technology, we ensure structural integrity while optimizing material usage and construction timelines for projects ranging from stadiums to high-rise buildings.
Sustainability Consulting
We develop decarbonization strategies and net-zero solutions for building portfolios. Our consultants provide LEED certification guidance, energy modeling, and renewable energy integration. We help clients achieve ESG goals through lifecycle analysis and carbon footprint reduction plans tailored to healthcare, education, and government sectors.
Forensic Engineering
Our experts investigate structural and system failures using scientific methodology. We provide causation analysis for insurance claims, litigation support, and repair recommendations. Services include fire origin investigations, material testing, and construction defect analysis with detailed reporting for legal and insurance professionals.
People
Andrea Sojda
Principal
Environmental engineering leader with expertise in regulatory compliance and resource optimization. Specializes in guiding clients through complex sustainability challenges while maintaining operational efficiency.
Vanessa Boudreau
Senior Project Engineer
Process engineering specialist with 15+ years of experience in industrial systems design. Focuses on technical skill development and client relationship management across diverse engineering projects.
Srini Neralla
Senior Managing Principal
Executive leader fostering collaborative innovation among entrepreneurial engineers. Drives strategic growth through knowledge sharing and cross-disciplinary project execution in complex engineering environments.
Questions
What engineering services does Salas O'Brien offer?
We provide MEP/FP design, structural engineering, civil infrastructure, digital automation, sustainability consulting, and forensic engineering services.
Which industries do you specialize in?
We serve aerospace, healthcare, education, industrial, government, and commercial sectors with tailored engineering solutions.
How do you approach sustainability?
We integrate decarbonization strategies, energy modeling, and renewable energy solutions to help clients achieve net-zero goals.
What makes your firm different?
Our employee-owned structure combines technical mastery with market vision for innovative, client-focused engineering solutions.
Do you handle international projects?
We operate across North America with experience in global projects spanning Canada, Japan, and Saudi Arabia.
