Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Structural & Civil Engineering Services in Palm Desert
Young Engineering Services has been delivering structural and civil engineering solutions across the Western United States for over three decades. Founded in 1998 through the evolution of Cal West Engineering, our firm specializes in Structural Design, Civil Engineering, and Building and Safety Municipal services. Licensed in eight states and British Columbia, we serve diverse sectors including commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional projects. Our approach prioritizes innovation, value engineering, and efficient communication, ensuring projects balance initial budgets with long-term sustainability. With expertise in steel silos, bridges, drainage structures, and complex architectural forms, we collaborate closely with architects and developers to transform creative visions into practical designs.Our team utilizes advanced software and in-house tools to optimize structural efficiency while maintaining rigorous standards of accuracy and client collaboration. We emphasize transparent detailing, responsive service, and streamlined plan review processes to minimize field complications and reduce costs. Our commitment to technical excellence and client-centric solutions has established us as a trusted partner for developers, contractors, and municipalities seeking reliable engineering expertise.
Services
Structural Design
Civil Engineering
Municipal Plan Review
Bridge Design
Value Engineering
3D Structural Modeling
Seismic Retrofits
Retaining Wall Design
Commercial Buildings
Custom Residences
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of specialized structural engineering experience.
- Our value engineering eliminates material waste to reduce project costs.
- We maintain transparent communication throughout all project phases.
- Our detailing includes precise geometric information for construction efficiency.
- We leverage municipal plan review experience to expedite approvals.
What people say
Exceptional structural solutions
Detailed engineering documentation
Responsive team
Cost-saving expertise
Municipal approval knowledge
Services
Structural Design
We provide comprehensive structural design for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. Our engineers optimize material usage while maintaining safety and code compliance. Specializing in complex forms, we deliver detailed plans that simplify construction and reduce long-term costs through innovative engineering solutions.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services include site planning, drainage systems, and infrastructure design. We address grading, utilities, and stormwater management to ensure functional, sustainable developments. Our expertise supports projects ranging from small renovations to large-scale commercial complexes.
Value Engineering
We analyze structural systems to eliminate material waste and reduce construction expenses. By optimizing framing, foundations, and lateral systems, we maintain structural integrity while delivering significant cost savings. Our approach integrates efficiency without compromising design intent.
Bridge Design
We design bridges and drainage structures for municipal and private clients. Our expertise includes steel, concrete, and composite systems tailored to site-specific requirements. We ensure durability, safety, and compliance with AASHTO and Caltrans standards for transportation infrastructure.
3D Structural Modeling
Using advanced software, we create 3D models to visualize complex structures. This technology improves coordination between architectural and engineering elements, identifies potential conflicts early, and streamlines fabrication processes for steel and concrete components.
People
Bronz Young
Principal
With over 35 years of structural design experience, Bronz Young leads engineering efforts at YES. He holds a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Cal Poly Pomona and a Master's from North Carolina State University, specializing in complex structural systems.
Hector Ledezma
Senior Draftsman
Hector has managed drafting operations at YES since 2000. He specializes in residential and commercial structural detailing, ensuring precise documentation that aligns with architectural visions while maintaining constructability and code compliance.
Kenneth Young
Administrative
Kenneth oversees financial operations, client coordination, and IT systems at YES. His role combines marketing, accounting, and municipal liaison responsibilities to support seamless project execution and business development.
Questions
What engineering services does Young Engineering offer?
We provide structural design, civil engineering, bridge design, value engineering, and 3D modeling for commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate in California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, Hawaii, and British Columbia, with expertise in Western U.S. building codes.
How do you add value to projects?
We optimize material usage, streamline plan reviews, and provide detailed construction documentation to reduce costs and field complications.
What experience do you have with complex structures?
We've designed steel silos, bridges, multi-story hotels, and custom residential buildings, collaborating with innovative architects on unique forms.
How do you ensure construction efficiency?
Our precise detailing includes beam heights and steel locations, reducing fabrication time and minimizing field adjustments.
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