Business Details
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Sustainable Building Solutions
At Engineering 350, we are a collaborative, interdisciplinary firm of innovative building services engineers and consultants dedicated to delivering solutions that balance environmental benefit, social well-being, and financial viability. Our team leverages over two decades of collective experience to guide architectural and engineering teams in addressing unique design challenges through early-stage energy modeling and stakeholder collaboration. We specialize in integrating daylight, solar radiation, thermal comfort, ventilation, and acoustics into holistic building systems, ensuring alignment with architectural expression and sustainability goals. Our approach prioritizes passive and natural cycle strategies to minimize reliance on active systems, while rigorously evaluating carbon emissions and life cycle implications.By incorporating water and waste cycles alongside energy considerations, we create zero-energy, zero-waste, and water-independent buildings and communities. Our expertise spans mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, renewable energy systems, and LEED consultancy, supported by state-of-the-art Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools. We serve diverse sectors including commercial, residential, and institutional projects, with a proven track record in resilient, future-proof infrastructure. Our leadership includes licensed professionals with global experience, such as Ray Keane, a LEED Accredited Professional with projects across five continents. We are committed to advancing regenerative design and fostering enduring, stakeholder-valued communities through transparent, client-centric collaboration.
Services
Building Services Engineering
Sustainable Masterplanning
Building Simulation
Facade Optimization
Building Information Modeling
Renewable Energy Systems
Carbon Assessment
LEED Consultancy
Residential Engineering
Energy Audits
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in sustainable building engineering.
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals with global project expertise.
- We utilize advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) for precise project coordination.
- We prioritize early collaboration with stakeholders to ensure project success.
- We specialize in zero-energy and zero-waste building solutions.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
Services
Building Services Engineering
Our Building Services Engineering integrates mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to optimize building performance. We use advanced energy modeling and BIM tools to ensure efficient thermal comfort, indoor air quality, and compliance with sustainability standards. Our solutions prioritize passive design strategies and life cycle analysis, reducing operational costs while meeting architectural and client needs.
Sustainable Masterplanning
Sustainable Masterplanning focuses on creating zero-carbon, zero-waste, and water-independent communities. We analyze micro-climates, natural capital, and future regulatory trends to design resilient infrastructure adaptable to climate change. Our approach ensures long-term environmental and economic viability through integrated, regenerative design principles.
Building Simulation
Building Simulation employs cutting-edge software to predict energy use intensity and optimize system performance. We conduct daylighting, ventilation, and thermal comfort analyses to inform design decisions, ensuring compliance with LEED and net-zero energy goals. This data-driven approach supports cost-effective, high-performance building solutions.
LEED Consultancy
LEED Consultancy guides clients through sustainable building certification processes. Our team facilitates credit selection, documentation, and stakeholder collaboration to achieve LEED targets. We also apply LEED frameworks to non-certified projects, enhancing property value and operational efficiency through sustainable practices.
Residential Engineering
Residential Engineering delivers tailored mechanical and electrical solutions for high-performance homes. We specialize in energy-efficient HVAC, lighting, and renewable energy systems, ensuring comfort and compliance with modern sustainability standards. Our services include investment-grade audits and cost-effective retrofit strategies for existing properties.
People
Ray Keane
Founding Principal
Ray Keane, a licensed PE and LEED AP with 20+ years of global experience, leads Engineering 350's vision for regenerative buildings. Educated in Ireland and France, he has worked on landmark projects like the de Young Museum and La Grande Arche de la Dfense.
Heather Keane
Partner, Marketing
Heather Keane, Engineering 350's CFO (Chief Fun Officer), brings marketing expertise and a passion for design. A Northern Illinois University graduate, she founded 'Flowers on Friday' and drives the firm's creative and client-centric culture.
Kim Zylker
Associate Principal
Kim Zylker, a licensed PE and LEED AP, specializes in sustainable mechanical engineering. With a Cal Poly degree, she has managed projects like the San Francisco Friends School and Stanford's Institute for Economic Policy Research, emphasizing collaboration and performance-driven design.
Jonathan Gervais
Electrical Lead
Jonathan Gervais, a licensed Electrical Engineer and MEP Project Manager, holds a degree from the University of North Texas. An Eagle Scout, he focuses on advancing engineering education and delivering integrated electrical solutions for high-performance buildings.
Maria Nazar
Electrical Engineer
Maria Nazar, a Venezuela native with a degree from Universidad de Carabobo, specializes in residential and commercial electrical systems. Passionate about green building design, she prioritizes client needs and leverages California's sustainability leadership in her work.
Questions
What services does Engineering 350 offer?
We provide building services engineering, sustainable masterplanning, energy modeling, BIM, LEED consultancy, and residential engineering solutions.
How does Engineering 350 approach sustainability?
We integrate passive design, carbon assessment, and zero-waste principles, prioritizing long-term environmental and economic viability in all projects.
Can Engineering 350 assist with LEED certification?
Yes, our LEED Accredited Professionals guide clients through certification, credit selection, and documentation tailored to project goals.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California, with global project experience.
What makes Engineering 350 unique?
Our interdisciplinary collaboration, BIM expertise, and commitment to regenerative design set us apart in sustainable engineering.
