Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mechanical Engineering Solutions
Since 1988, M E Systems Engineering has been a trusted provider of mechanical engineering consulting services across Northern California. With offices in Redding and Roseville staffed by registered engineers boasting over 50 years of combined expertise, we specialize in designing mechanical systems for diverse building types including public facilities, schools, medical centers, and commercial spaces. Our team works directly with leading architectural firms, municipalities, and facility owners to deliver technically sound solutions that prioritize energy efficiency, maintainability, and cost-effectiveness. We maintain deep familiarity with California regulatory requirements through our work with agencies like the Division of the State Architect and California Energy Commission. Our pioneering work in sustainable systems includes geothermal heating, solar hot water, and ultra-low-water plumbing designs that have achieved LEED certifications for projects like the Redding School of the Arts.By combining technical excellence with practical construction experience, we ensure building systems perform optimally while meeting budgetary constraints. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through groundbreaking projects such as the fossil fuel-free Redding School of the Arts campus, which utilizes a hybrid geothermal system achieving 40% energy savings. We maintain active professional affiliations with ASHRAE and ASPE to stay at the forefront of industry advancements. Our engineers hold critical registrations including California Mechanical Engineer #M33987, ensuring compliance with state-specific standards. Through decades of service, we've built a reputation for delivering complex engineering solutions that balance technical precision with real-world functionality.
Services
HVAC Design
Plumbing Systems
Energy Management
LEED Documentation
Geothermal Systems
Medical Gas Systems
Building Analysis
Construction Support
Solar Hot Water
Photovoltaic Systems
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized mechanical engineering experience since 1988
- Our engineers hold California Mechanical Engineer #M33987 registration
- We provide LEED documentation expertise with multiple certified projects
- We maintain active ASHRAE and ASPE professional affiliations
- Our team understands California-specific regulatory requirements
Services
HVAC Design
Our HVAC design services create energy-efficient climate control systems tailored to building requirements. We specialize in variable air volume (VAV) systems, thermal energy storage, and geothermal heating solutions that reduce operating costs. Our engineers optimize system performance while ensuring compliance with California energy codes and regulatory standards.
Energy Management
We provide comprehensive building energy usage analysis and optimization strategies. Our services include Title 24 compliance documentation, energy modeling, and retrofit recommendations that have achieved 40% energy savings in projects like the LEED-Platinum Redding School of the Arts. Our solutions integrate solar hot water and photovoltaic systems for maximum efficiency.
LEED Documentation
Our team prepares complete LEED documentation packages for sustainable building projects. We've supported certifications ranging from LEED-Gold medical clinics to LEED-Platinum educational facilities. Our documentation covers mechanical systems, water conservation measures, and energy performance metrics required for successful LEED submissions.
Geothermal Systems
We design hybrid geothermal heat pump systems that combine ground-source efficiency with conventional HVAC components. Our innovative systems, like the one at Redding School of the Arts, achieve significant energy savings while maintaining reliability in diverse building types including schools, medical facilities, and commercial spaces.
Plumbing Systems
Our plumbing design services focus on water conservation and code compliance. We implement ultra-low-water fixtures, reclaimed rainwater systems, and medical gas installations that meet strict regulatory requirements. Our designs have reduced water consumption by 82% compared to standard systems in LEED-certified educational facilities.
People
Scott Turnbull
Mechanical Engineer/Branch Manager
Scott Turnbull, California Mechanical Engineer #M33987, has specialized in building mechanical systems since 2003. With experience managing both Redding and Roseville offices, he focuses on energy-efficient designs including geothermal heating and LEED-certified projects. His expertise covers K-12 schools, medical facilities, and municipal buildings.
Questions
What building types do you specialize in?
We design mechanical systems for schools, medical facilities, commercial buildings, public spaces, and multi-family residential complexes across Northern California.
Do you handle LEED certification projects?
Yes, we provide complete mechanical engineering and LEED documentation services, including multiple certified projects like the LEED-Platinum Redding School of the Arts.
What energy-saving technologies do you use?
We implement geothermal heat pumps, solar hot water systems, photovoltaics, and ultra-low-water fixtures to create energy-efficient building solutions.
Are you familiar with California regulations?
Yes, we work regularly with the Division of the State Architect, California Energy Commission, and OSHPD to ensure full code compliance.
Do you have office locations in Northern California?
We maintain offices in both Redding and Roseville to better serve clients across Northern California.
