WC ENGINEERING
Mechanical Engineering & Green Building Expertise
Founded in 2022 and based in San Diego, California, WC Engineering is a licensed engineering firm delivering mechanical, plumbing, and living roof design for sustainable, high-performance buildings. We integrate seamlessly with architecture to enhance comfort, efficiency, and long-term value.
Our work emphasizes green building strategies, including LEED-aligned design, energy efficiency, and water conservation. With fewer than 1% of U.S. roofs classified as living roofs, we are committed to expanding their adoption to improve urban resilience and environmental performance.
We provide engineering services for public and private sector building projects, supporting both new construction and renovations. We leverage advanced design tools and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) to deliver coordinated, constructible solutions aligned with unique project goals.
Residential Projects
Our team designs mechanical and plumbing systems for single-family and multi-family residential projects, including high-end homes. HVAC solutions commonly include split systems, packaged units, and hydronic heating, tailored to ensure comfort, air quality, and energy efficiency. Plumbing is designed for reliable and efficient domestic water and wastewater management with sustainable practices integrated.
Commercial Projects
We design high-performance HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial buildings. Common systems include packaged rooftop units, variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems, chilled water systems, and dedicated outdoor air systems (DOAS) to support ventilation and occupant comfort. HVAC distribution is typically routed above a drop ceiling, optimizing space and maintainability. Plumbing systems are designed to accommodate higher flows and complex distribution, ensuring long-term performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
Living Roof Projects
We design and integrate living roofs that enhance building performance, biodiversity, and occupant well-being, including rooftop farms that provide fresh produce for restaurants and homeowners. Each system is engineered to manage stormwater, improve insulation, and extend roof lifespan while creating visually engaging green spaces. Our designs support LEED certification and help transform urban environments into more sustainable and resilient landscapes.
Meet the Team
Brian White, Founder
With 15 years in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, I specialize in designing high-performance, energy-efficient mechanical and plumbing (M&P) systems. As a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), a LEED AP Building Design + Construction (BD+C), and a Green Roof Professional, I’m dedicated to creating sustainable designs that enhance indoor air quality (IAQ), comfort, and aesthetics, while minimizing noise, air, and water pollution.
Partnerships
Waterfront Mechanical
Under the ownership of Ryan Marks, is an MEP consulting and design firm specializing in radiant floor heating and cooling systems, fresh air ventilation systems, Title 24 energy compliance, and sustainable engineering practices for custom residential homes in California. Ryan holds an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in California and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and aerospace engineering from the University of California, Davis.
Roofterra
Under the ownership of Brendan Shea, an accredited Green Roof Professional with two decades of project management and design-build experience in the construction industry. He is a co-founder and former director of field operations at Recover Green Roofs, the largest green roof construction firm in the northeast United States. He has overseen more than 100 green roof and rooftop amenity spaces through design, estimating, construction, and long-term maintenance.
Ecotone
Under the ownership of Christine Thuring, a collaborative ecologist with over 20 years of expertise in green infrastructure and urban ecology, her firm is dedicated to creating sustainable and thriving ecosystems in urban settings. Her career began in ecological restoration and applied plant ecology. Christine strives to ensure ecological principles are translated into the built and natural environments. She is an accredited Green Roof Professional (GRP) and a Meadow Maker, with a PhD in Landscape from the University of Sheffield.