Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions
Lovelace Engineering has been delivering structural engineering expertise since 1988, combining over 35 years of industry experience with cutting-edge technology to provide cost-effective, high-quality solutions. Our team of licensed professionals maintains a commitment to technical excellence while fostering personalized communication and accessibility. We serve residential and commercial clients across California, Arizona, Texas, Nevada, and Washington, handling projects ranging from custom homes to institutional buildings. Our reputation for reliability and innovation has earned us a loyal client base and long-term partnerships.We specialize in foundational systems, retaining walls, solar mounting, and peer review services while adapting to evolving industry standards. Every project receives meticulous attention, ensuring economical designs that meet exacting specifications. Our multi-state licensing enables us to address diverse geographic challenges while maintaining consistent service quality. With a focus on collaboration, we work closely with clients to transform complex engineering concepts into practical, buildable solutions. This dedication to excellence has sustained our leadership position in structural engineering for decades.
Services
Custom Homes
Multi-Family
Remodels/Additions
Retail Buildings
Office Buildings
Warehouses
Restaurants
Foundations
Retaining Walls
Solar Mounting
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in structural engineering.
- Our team utilizes state-of-the-art engineering software for precise solutions.
- Licensed to practice in five U.S. states with additional licensing capabilities.
- We maintain small-firm accessibility while offering large-firm expertise.
- Proven track record with diverse projects from custom homes to commercial buildings.
What people say
True experts
Outstanding
Exceed expectations
Nothing short of outstanding
Honest and competent
Services
Custom Homes
We specialize in structural engineering for custom residential properties. Our team creates tailored solutions that balance aesthetic vision with technical precision. Clients benefit from 35+ years of experience in designing foundations, framing systems, and seismic-resistant structures for unique single-family dwellings.
Commercial Buildings
Our commercial engineering services cover office buildings, retail spaces, and institutional facilities. We provide comprehensive structural analysis and design for new constructions and renovations. Our expertise includes multi-story framing systems, load calculations, and ADA-compliant accessibility solutions for commercial developments.
Foundations
We design deep and shallow foundation systems for diverse soil conditions. Our engineers conduct thorough site assessments to determine optimal footing configurations. Services include pile foundation analysis, settlement calculations, and reinforcement recommendations for residential and commercial applications.
Retaining Walls
Our retaining wall solutions address slope stabilization and land optimization. We engineer gravity walls, cantilevered systems, and soil-nailing applications. Each design considers lateral earth pressure, drainage requirements, and seismic factors to ensure long-term structural integrity for residential and infrastructure projects.
Solar Mounting
We provide structural engineering for solar panel installations on residential and commercial buildings. Our team evaluates roof load capacity, wind uplift resistance, and seismic bracing requirements. Services include custom mounting system design and code compliance verification for photovoltaic array installations.
People
Miles Lovelace
President
As President and licensed Professional Engineer, Miles leads with 35+ years of structural engineering expertise. He oversees project strategy and technical standards while maintaining client relationships developed over decades of service.
Oscar Covarrubias
Senior Project Engineer
Oscar manages complex engineering projects with 20+ years of experience in commercial and residential structures. He specializes in seismic retrofitting and multi-family developments, ensuring technical excellence in every project phase.
Felipe Alfaro
Senior Project Engineer
Felipe brings 18 years of structural engineering experience to his role. His expertise includes foundation design and peer review services for institutional buildings, combining technical precision with practical construction knowledge.
Arrik Montijo
Project Engineer
Arrik contributes specialized knowledge in structural analysis software and building code compliance. With 12 years of experience, he focuses on optimizing designs for cost efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
Sergio Galindo
Structural Design Engineer
Sergio specializes in residential engineering solutions with a focus on custom home designs. His 15 years of experience include innovative approaches to complex site conditions and client-specific structural requirements.
Questions
What types of engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural engineering for residential projects, commercial buildings, foundations, retaining walls, solar mounting systems, and peer review services.
How long has Lovelace Engineering been in business?
We've delivered engineering solutions since our founding in 1988, with over 35 years of continuous service.
In which states are you licensed to work?
We're licensed in California, Arizona, Texas, Nevada, and Washington, with additional state licensing available as needed.
Can you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, our expertise spans both sectors, including custom homes, multi-family developments, office buildings, and retail spaces.
Do you offer foundation design services?
We specialize in foundation engineering for all project types, including soil analysis and reinforcement recommendations.
How do you ensure project quality?
We combine advanced engineering software with hands-on experience to deliver code-compliant, cost-effective solutions for every client.
