Kilian Engineering, Inc.

Functional + Efficient Design Solutions

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About the firm

Kilian Engineering, Inc. is a North Carolina mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm design practice that services new building constructions and renovation projects. Operating from multiple offices across North Carolina, it delivers complete plan sets, permitting support, and engineering solutions for clients nationwide.

Team
Small
Firm type
MEP · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Fire Protection Engineering

People

Michael KilianPresident

Keith CochranCOO, CFO

Capabilities

Mechanical Design

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Designs full HVAC systems and air distribution networks tailored for new construction and renovation projects.

  • Air Distribution and Ductwork Layout

    Plans and maps ductwork, size parameters, registers, and return air pathways in comprehensive plan views.

  • HVAC Equipment Specification

    Selects and schedules heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including exhaust fans, registers, and grilles.

  • Thermal Load Analysis

    Computes ventilation requirements and mechanical heating and cooling loads to size systems accurately.

Electrical Design

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Engineers detailed power, lighting, and safety systems complying with electrical and building codes.

  • Lighting and Emergency Egress

    Positions light fixtures, control switches, and required emergency pathways to ensure occupant safety and visibility.

  • Power Distribution Systems

    Maps receptacle layouts, panel locations, and power routing plans across the facility.

  • Riser Diagrams and Panel Schedules

    Generates detailed line riser diagrams and code-compliant panel schedules for electrical distribution systems.

Plumbing Design

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Creates routing and system schematics for clean water supply, drainage networks, and specialized commercial fixtures.

  • Drainage and Supply Piping Layout

    Coordinates waste drain lines, vent stacks, water supply lines, and valve locations throughout the physical structure.

  • Custom Fixture Scheduling

    Configures fixture schedules to meet flow rates, code compliance, and specific functional requirements for each project type.

Fire Alarm Design

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Outlines device placement and notification routing to achieve comprehensive emergency detection and warning coverage.

  • Notification and Detection Device Layout

    Places horn-strobes, smoke detectors, thermal heat detectors, and manual pull stations in accordance with local safety regulations.

  • Code Compliance Documentation

    Incorporates contractor guidelines and specific notes designed to facilitate smooth reviews by local fire marshals.

Industries

Commercial · Retail · Religious · Education · Government · Residential

Projects

Bryan Building

Raleigh, NC · Commercial

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Completed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design services for the facility.

Vance Charter School

Henderson, NC · Education · Client: Vance Charter School

Project details

Provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm engineering designs.

Wake EMC

Wake Forest, NC · Utilities · Client: Wake EMC

Project details

Delivered full mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm engineering solutions.

Radeas

Wake Forest, NC · Laboratories · Client: Radeas

Project details

Completed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems design.