With over 40 years of experience in structural engineering, we specialize in providing safe, cost-efficient, and code-compliant steel connection design and miscellaneous metal design solutions for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
Since 2000, Gelinas Structural Engineering LLC has been working with Steel Fabricators, General contractors, Architects, and Homeowners, providing Structural Engineering Services. Gelinas Structural Engineering, LLC, professionally Licensed & Insured Engineering Services in the following States
Gelinas Structural Engineering Services
We specialize in Delegated Steel Connection Engineering Calculation Design, Detailing & Shop drawing review, using compliant with codes & Industry’s Leading Software such as,
a) IDEA StatiCa, b) SDS2 by ALLPLAN,
c) RAM Connection (Bentley) & d) Extensive Spreadsheets
Also provide service for Miscellaneous Metals Engineering Design [Monumental Stairs, Stairs, Ladders, Handrails, Ramps/Platform, & Specialty Fabricated Items]
2. Residential
We provide structural design solutions for single-family homes, luxury residences, apartments, and multi-story housing. Our designs prioritize safety; each solution is engineered for code compliance, optimized material usage, and balanced cost with quality, while upholding architectural intent.
3. Commercial
From modern office buildings to vibrant retail spaces and mixed-use projects, we design commercial structures that are strong, adaptable, and built to serve communities.
Our designs prioritize full compliance with regulatory standards, material efficiency, and constructability, while ensuring durability, safety, and long-term value for owners and occupants.
4. Institutional
From schools and universities to civic and government buildings, we create structures that are safe, reliable, and built to last. Each project is engineered for compliance, efficiency, and long-term performance, ensuring institutions can serve their communities with confidence
5. Industrial
We provide structural engineering solutions for industrial facilities such as warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers. Our designs prioritize strength, safety, and efficiency, ensuring facilities support demanding operational needs while remaining cost-effective and compliant with codes.
Beyond new construction, we specialize in structural renovation and repair for residential properties. From minor upgrades to extensive rehabilitation, we reinforce the strength and stability of aging structures—preserving their value while enhancing safety and functionality for years to come.
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Structural Design for New Construction: We provide complete structural engineering design for new buildings – be it a custom single-family home, a multi-unit residential development, a commercial building or an industrial facility. This service covers the full process from initial structural concepts and calculations to detailed construction drawings and specifications. We design in all common building materials (wood, steel, concrete, masonry), ensuring the structure is safe, code-compliant, and optimized for cost and performance.
Our team excels in engineering for renovations, expansions, and tenant improvements. If you’re modifying an existing building – adding a second-story addition, remodeling interior spaces, or changing the building’s use – we can assess the existing structure and design the required reinforcements or new structural elements. We frequently handle tenant fit-ups, where we modify floor layouts or support systems to accommodate new layouts or heavier equipment. Our goal is to seamlessly integrate new designs with old, preserving structural integrity throughout the building.
We offer on-site structural evaluations and detailed engineering reports for existing structures. This service is often used by homeowners, real estate professionals, or property managers concerned about issues like cracked foundations, sagging floors, or other structural problems. We conduct a thorough assessment and provide a professional report outlining our findings and recommendations. These reports can be used for property transactions, insurance claims, or planning repair work. Likewise, if you need a certification of structural stability (for instance, after an event or before a renovation), we can inspect and document that as well.
We are comfortable working as part of design-build teams and handling fast-track designs to meet aggressive construction schedules. In a design-build scenario, we collaborate directly with contractors from the early stages, ensuring our structural design aligns with construction means and methods for efficiency. Our experience with compressed timelines means we know how to prioritize critical design elements and coordinate quickly to keep projects moving forward without sacrificing accuracy or safety.
Beyond design work, Gelinas Structural Engineering provides expert consulting services. This can include peer reviews of other engineers’ designs, value engineering to optimize structural systems, or serving as an expert witness in legal cases involving structural issues (for example, investigating a structural failure or providing a second opinion on code compliance). We approach consulting with the same diligence as our designs – thoroughly evaluating the situation and communicating our professional opinions clearly. When you engage us for consulting or testimony, you get an unbiased, fact-based assessment backed by our engineering credentials.
In all our services, quality and safety are the top priorities. We stay up-to-date with the latest building codes, engineering software, and best practices so that our clients benefit from modern, efficient solutions. When you hire Gelinas Structural Engineering for any service, you can expect prompt communication, professional expertise, and solutions that are built to last.
