Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Electrical Engineering Solutions in Charlotte
Southeastern Consulting Engineers was founded in 1961 with a mission to deliver specialized electrical engineering solutions to municipal, industrial, and institutional clients. Our approach prioritizes direct communication with a dedicated engineer for each project, minimizing inefficiencies and ensuring continuity. With over 55 years of experience, we maintain a team of registered professional engineers licensed across multiple states, combining individual expertise with collaborative problem-solving. Our commitment to integrity and professional competence drives our focus on economy in engineering services while adapting to evolving industry standards. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, we serve 35 clients across the Southeastern United States through a centralized office structure.Our engineers hold registrations in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, with many maintaining multi-state credentials. By fostering an environment of shared knowledge, we standardize methodologies while maintaining personalized client relationships. As employee owners, our team demonstrates deep investment in every project's success. This structure ensures both technical excellence and operational efficiency across all assignments. Our long-standing reputation reflects consistent delivery of reliable, code-compliant electrical engineering solutions tailored to client-specific needs.
Services
Substations
Water and Wastewater Facilities
Arc Flash Hazard Assessment
Transmission and Distribution Lines
Generators
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized electrical engineering experience
- Our dedicated project engineers ensure consistent communication and efficiency
- Team holds multi-state professional engineering registrations
- Employee ownership model aligns client and staff interests
- Collaborative knowledge-sharing maintains technical excellence across projects
Services
Substations
We design and optimize electrical substations for reliable power distribution. Our engineers ensure compliance with safety standards while maximizing system efficiency. Services include equipment specification, protection coordination, and automation integration for municipal and industrial applications.
Water and Wastewater Facilities
Our team provides specialized electrical engineering for water treatment infrastructure. We design pumping station controls, SCADA systems, and power distribution networks that meet stringent regulatory requirements. Solutions focus on operational reliability and energy efficiency for municipal water facilities.
Arc Flash Hazard Assessment
We conduct comprehensive arc flash risk assessments to ensure workplace safety. Our studies identify potential hazards, calculate incident energy levels, and recommend protective measures. This service helps clients comply with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards while protecting personnel and equipment.
Transmission and Distribution Lines
Our engineers design overhead and underground power transmission systems. We handle route analysis, equipment selection, and structural engineering for reliable electricity delivery. Services cover voltage optimization and grid modernization for both urban and rural infrastructure projects.
Generators
We provide complete generator system engineering for backup and primary power applications. Our services include sizing calculations, paralleling studies, and integration with existing electrical infrastructure. Solutions support both traditional combustion turbines and renewable energy generation systems.
People
Michael Dougherty
President
Licensed professional engineer with extensive experience in power system design and project management. Leads strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in key client projects. Promotes technical excellence and client-focused solutions.
A.J. Molnar
Vice-President
Senior electrical engineer specializing in transmission system analysis. Oversees technical operations and ensures adherence to engineering standards. Provides mentorship to junior staff while managing complex infrastructure projects across multiple states.
Jerry Ford
Treasurer
Financial leader with engineering background ensures fiscal responsibility while understanding technical project requirements. Manages company resources to support long-term growth and client service excellence through strategic financial planning.
Jeremy Furr
Corporate Secretary
Experienced engineer focused on regulatory compliance and documentation standards. Maintains corporate records while contributing technical expertise to project teams. Ensures consistent application of engineering protocols across all client assignments.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on municipal utilities, industrial power systems, and institutional facilities with specialized expertise in electrical infrastructure design and analysis.
How does your project management approach work?
Each project is managed by a dedicated engineer who maintains continuity throughout all phases, supported by collaborative input from our full team of specialists.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, we provide engineering services across the Southeastern United States through our multi-state licensed professionals.
How do you ensure engineering quality?
Our team of registered engineers follows standardized methodologies while maintaining individual accountability, supported by peer review processes and continuous professional development.
What makes your firm different?
As employee owners, we combine long-term regional experience with technical specialization, offering personalized service backed by collective engineering expertise across multiple disciplines.
