West Plains Engineering Inc

West Plains Engineering, Inc. is an engineering firm specializing in the design of mechanical and electrical systems for all types of building environments. With a rich history dating back over 40 years, our firm has built a strong reputation for exceptional design and unparalleled client relationships. Headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have expanded to include additional regional offices in Sioux Falls, Casper, and Cedar Rapids. Our team of over 30 highly skilled engineers, the majority of whom hold professional engineering (PE) licenses, are committed to providing the highest quality service to our clients.

Services Offered

At West Plains Engineering, Inc., we offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to your project's unique needs. Our expertise encompasses mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and power solutions, enabling us to serve as a complete engineering solution center for your construction or renovation initiatives. Our skilled engineers maintain active registrations in multiple states, further solidifying our strong connections and presence in the region we call home.

Mechanical/Plumbing

In the mechanical and plumbing aspects of our work, we specialize in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; heat recovery systems; temperature controls; plumbing; and medical gases. Our team places a strong emphasis on the design of energy-efficient systems that cater to the specific requirements of building environments. We recognize the importance of maintaining comfortable and healthy indoor air quality while simultaneously minimizing energy consumption and environmental impact.

Electrical

Our electrical services include power distribution, interior and exterior lighting, low-voltage systems, and fire alarm systems. Recognizing the accelerating pace of technological advancements, we continuously enhance our approaches to create optimized solutions and integrate emerging technologies. Our electrical solutions are meticulously designed to ensure seamless functionality, energy efficiency, and adherence to safety regulations.

Electrical Specialties

Our Electrical Specialties Division specializes in the design of specialized systems for mission-critical environments, such as hospitals, data centers, and laboratories. These systems include emergency power systems, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, stand-by power systems, grounding and lightning protection, and surge protection. We understand the paramount importance of maintaining uninterrupted operations in these environments, and our designs are centered around mitigating the risk of downtime and safeguarding valuable equipment and data.

Power

In the power sector, our expertise includes high-voltage transmission and distribution systems, substation design, protection and coordination, arc flash studies, and load flow analysis. We work closely with utilities and industrial clients to develop reliable and cost-effective power solutions to meet their needs.

Project Highlights

Throughout our 40 years in business, we have had the privilege of collaborating on numerous high-profile projects, including the David Lust Accelerator Building, Maven Outdoor Equipment Company Headquarters, Animal Disease Research & Diagnostics Lab, South Dakota Mines Devereaux Library Renovations, and USD DakotaDome. These projects highlight our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality designs that cater to each client's unique requirements.

West Plains Engineering, Inc.: A Legacy of Excellence

As we celebrate 40 years of success in the engineering industry, we reflect on four decades of lessons learned, accomplishments achieved, and relationships forged. With a stable foundation of expertise and experience, we confidently embrace the opportunities and challenges ahead, continuously innovating and improving our designs and services. We are profoundly grateful for the support of our clients, partners, and employees throughout our journey and look forward to creating exceptional engineering solutions for years to come.