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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted MEP Engineering Partner in Southern California
Budlong & Associates has been dedicated to delivering exceptional engineering solutions throughout Southern California for over 65 years. Our multidisciplinary team combines innovative engineering, high-quality teamwork, and a focus on solving challenges, ensuring continuity of knowledge and expertise across generations. We specialize in complex renovation and development projects, collaborating with stakeholders to create innovative, sustainable, and compliant designs tailored to each project's unique needs. Our commitment to precision, sustainability, and excellence ensures every project achieves outstanding results. With expertise in MEP systems, commissioning, and fire/life safety, we serve diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and commercial development.Our client-centric approach emphasizes seamless collaboration, timely delivery, and customized solutions that exceed expectations. We prioritize energy efficiency, environmental responsibility, and compliance with green building standards, reflecting our dedication to sustainable practices. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of experience, ensuring reliability and technical excellence in every project. We continuously invest in technological advancements and professional development to maintain industry leadership. This enduring commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted partner for clients across California.
Services
MEP Engineering
Commissioning Services
Electrical Design
Fire/Life Safety
Mechanical Design
Plumbing Systems
Technology Integration
Sustainability Consulting
Architectural Lighting
Retrofit Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- Innovative MEP solutions tailored to diverse industry needs
- 65+ years of experience in complex engineering projects
- Commitment to sustainability and energy-efficient designs
- Client-centric approach with seamless collaboration
- Licensed professionals with expertise in multiple sectors
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE)
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
What people say
Solid partner
Responsive and attentive
Creative solutions
Excellent coordination
Seamless transition
Services
MEP Engineering
Budlong & Associates delivers comprehensive MEP engineering solutions for new construction and renovations. Our services include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems designed for efficiency and sustainability. We integrate advanced technology and code-compliant practices to meet diverse project requirements across commercial, healthcare, and educational sectors.
Commissioning Services
We provide full-spectrum commissioning services including LEED and CHPS certification support. Our team ensures systems align with design intent through rigorous testing, design reviews, and staff training. This process optimizes building performance, energy efficiency, and long-term operational reliability for new and existing facilities.
Electrical Design
Our electrical engineering covers power distribution, emergency systems, and renewable energy integration. Services include lighting design, arc flash studies, and fire alarm systems tailored to industrial and commercial needs. We prioritize safety, code compliance, and energy-efficient solutions that adapt to evolving technological demands.
Fire/Life Safety
Budlong & Associates offers code-compliant fire safety systems including sprinkler design, alarm systems, and suppression solutions. We specialize in high-risk environments with specialized systems for data centers and laboratories. Our team ensures compliance with NFPA and local regulations while maintaining seamless integration with building infrastructure.
Mechanical Design
We design high-performance HVAC systems with energy recovery and smart controls. Services include chilled water plants, ventilation systems, and medical gas distribution. Our solutions meet ASHRAE standards while addressing specific needs for laboratories, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings through innovative, maintainable designs.
People
Sunil Patel
President & CEO
With 30+ years of AEC leadership experience and licenses in 10 states, Sunil Patel oversees strategic growth and technical excellence at Budlong & Associates. He specializes in integrated project delivery and sustainable design while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
Felix Gomez
Chief Operating Officer
Felix Gomez manages operations and major projects with 25 years of electrical design expertise. He focuses on client relations and system integration while overseeing complex renovations like the $200M Del Amo Fashion Center project.
Rajeev Ghataura
Director of Electrical Engineering
Rajeev Ghataura leads electrical design teams with expertise in power distribution and low-voltage systems. He ensures code compliance and innovative solutions for commercial and institutional facilities while maintaining technical excellence across projects.
William Gonzalez
Director of Plumbing & Fire Protection
William Gonzalez specializes in fire sprinkler systems and plumbing design with extensive construction support experience. He mentors teams in optimizing designs through technological tools while managing complex public sector projects.
Kelly Schall
Vice President of Special Projects
Kelly Schall directs quality control and special projects with expertise in engineering documentation. He ensures design accuracy across all phases while managing multidisciplinary teams for institutional and commercial developments.
Questions
What engineering services does Budlong & Associates specialize in?
Budlong & Associates specializes in MEP engineering, commissioning, fire/life safety systems, electrical design, and mechanical solutions for commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects.
Does Budlong & Associates handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, we provide LEED-compliant commissioning and sustainable design services, helping clients achieve energy efficiency and environmental certification goals.
How does Budlong & Associates ensure project quality?
We maintain quality through rigorous design reviews, in-house commissioning experts, and adherence to ASHRAE, NFPA, and local building code standards.
Can Budlong & Associates support complex renovation projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in renovations with specialized expertise in integrating modern systems into existing infrastructure while maintaining code compliance.
What industries does Budlong & Associates serve?
We serve healthcare, education, commercial development, public infrastructure, and industrial sectors with tailored engineering solutions.
How does Budlong & Associates handle emergency projects?
Our 24/7 services include emergency power systems and rapid-response design solutions to address urgent facility needs and minimize operational disruptions.
