Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Engineering Solutions in Nanaimo
Founded in 2004, R B Engineering has evolved from a small partnership to an employee-owned company recognized for delivering practical electrical engineering solutions with personalized service. Our team brings over 125 years of cumulative experience across electrical design, project management, and specialized systems for residential, commercial, institutional, marine, industrial, and mining sectors. Licensed in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, we prioritize cost-effective, energy-efficient systems tailored to each project's unique requirements.Our principalsLes Brown, Arlen, and Craigcombine deep local knowledge, technical expertise, and a commitment to client collaboration. With a focus on the complete project lifecycle, we offer services from conceptual planning to on-site testing and commissioning. Our Vancouver Island roots and industry reputation reflect our dedication to excellence in electrical engineering solutions.
Services
Electrical Design
Facility Audits
Energy Retrofits
Marine Terminal Systems
Transportation Signals
Communications Systems
PLC Design
Street Lighting
Project Management
Commissioning
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer over 125 years of combined electrical engineering experience.
- Our team provides personalized service with deep local industry knowledge.
- We are licensed to operate in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario.
- We are an employee-owned company committed to client collaboration.
- We manage projects across the complete lifecycle from concept to commissioning.
Services
Electrical Design
We provide comprehensive electrical design services for buildings, marine terminals, and industrial facilities. Our solutions prioritize energy efficiency and code compliance while meeting project-specific needs. Clients benefit from our technical expertise and attention to detail.
Facility Audits
Our facility audits identify opportunities for system optimization and energy savings. We evaluate existing infrastructure to recommend cost-effective upgrades. Clients gain actionable insights to improve operational efficiency and reduce long-term costs.
Energy Retrofits
We design energy retrofit solutions that reduce consumption and lower operating expenses. Our approach balances sustainability with practical implementation. Clients achieve measurable savings while maintaining system performance and reliability.
Transportation Signals
We engineer intelligent transportation signal systems for municipal infrastructure. Our designs integrate with existing networks while meeting safety standards. Clients receive durable, future-ready solutions for urban mobility challenges.
Commissioning
Our commissioning services verify system performance through rigorous testing protocols. We ensure all components function as designed before project handover. Clients gain confidence in system reliability and operational readiness.
People
Les Brown
Principal
Les Brown founded R B Engineering in 2004 with 30+ years of electrical design experience. A Nanaimo native, he specializes in Vancouver Island construction standards and leads client collaboration efforts.
Arlen
Principal
Arlen joined RB in 2006, progressing to lead building designer and principal. He manages complex projects and brings deep expertise in local building codes and sustainable design practices.
Craig
Principal
Craig joined RB in 2013 after completing UBC's Engineering Physics program. He specializes in technical project management and brings fresh perspectives to electrical system optimization and innovation.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve residential, commercial, institutional, marine, industrial, and mining sectors with tailored electrical engineering solutions.
Are you licensed outside British Columbia?
Yes, we are licensed to provide engineering services in Alberta and Ontario in addition to British Columbia.
What project phases do you handle?
We manage projects from conceptual planning through feasibility studies, detailed design, tendering, construction, and commissioning.
How do you ensure cost-effectiveness?
Our designs balance technical requirements with budget constraints, prioritizing energy efficiency and long-term operational savings.
Can you handle complex infrastructure projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with transportation signals, marine terminals, and industrial control systems.
