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Expert Structural Engineering Services in Buffalo, NY
RAC Engineering, P.C. is a premier structural engineering firm founded in 2009 by Robert A. Curtis, PE, who brings over 30 years of hands-on experience in construction and engineering. Our founders unique background includes starting his career on construction sites, gaining firsthand insight into real-time design application, and serving as a municipal City Engineer to better understand client needs. We specialize in delivering structural engineering solutions for residential, commercial, pharmaceutical, industrial, hospitality, municipal/government, parks/recreation, and educational sectors. Our mission prioritizes life safety, integrity, and continuity in infrastructure through modern engineering principles. With expertise in structural engineering, foundation engineering, and inspection services, we collaborate with architectural teams and lead innovative designs for special structures.

Our team combines decades of field experience with a client-centric approach to meet diverse project requirements. We hold a Professional Engineering license from the University of the State of New York, State Education Department, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards. Our work reflects a commitment to quality, safety, and technical excellence across all market sectors we serve. Clients benefit from our founders dual perspective as both engineer and former client, enabling tailored solutions that align with practical and regulatory demands. RAC Engineering remains dedicated to advancing structural design while maintaining transparency, reliability, and accountability in every project.
Services
Structural Engineering Foundation Engineering Inspection Residential Commercial Municipal Educational
Details
  • Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
  • We offer 30+ years of hands-on structural engineering experience.
  • Our founders dual perspective as engineer and former client ensures practical solutions.
  • We specialize in innovative designs for complex structures and infrastructure.
  • Our team holds a Professional Engineering license with rigorous compliance standards.
  • We serve diverse sectors including municipal, industrial, and educational projects.
Associations and certifications
  • University of the State of New York, State Education Department
Services
Structural Engineering
RAC Engineering delivers comprehensive structural engineering solutions for new constructions and renovations. Our expertise ensures safe, code-compliant designs tailored to client needs. We collaborate with architects and contractors to optimize structural integrity across residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
Foundation Engineering
We specialize in foundation engineering for diverse structures, analyzing soil conditions and load requirements. Our designs prioritize stability and longevity, addressing challenges in residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects with precision and technical rigor.
Inspection
Our inspection services assess structural health and compliance for existing buildings and infrastructure. We identify risks, recommend repairs, and ensure adherence to safety standards. Clients receive detailed reports to guide maintenance or upgrades for long-term reliability.
People
Robert A. Curtis, P.E.
Founder
Robert A. Curtis, PE, founded RAC Engineering in 2009 with over 30 years of construction and engineering experience. He began his career on construction sites, later serving as a municipal City Engineer to understand client needs firsthand.
Questions
What services does RAC Engineering offer?
We provide structural engineering, foundation engineering, and inspection services for residential, commercial, municipal, and industrial projects.
How long has RAC Engineering been in business?
The firm was founded in 2009 by Robert A. Curtis, PE, who has over 30 years of industry experience.
What markets does RAC Engineering serve?
We work across residential, commercial, pharmaceutical, industrial, hospitality, municipal, parks/recreation, and educational sectors.
Is RAC Engineering licensed and accredited?
Yes, we hold a Professional Engineering license from the University of the State of New York, State Education Department.
What makes RAC Engineering unique?
Our founder’s hands-on construction experience and prior role as City Engineer provide a client-focused perspective for tailored solutions.