Power Plant Engineering
Before capital is committed, clarity is essential. USP&E’s engineering team translates ambition into technical certainty, providing the foundation for successful EPC Projects.
We engineer power systems that perform reliably, flexibly, and fast. Every drawing and specification proves what Built for the Frontier means: engineering that works anywhere.
Our Difference
| USP&E Engineering | Typical Contractor |
|---|---|
| Engineering verification before commercial handoff | Single-point design risk |
| Dual-engineer peer review and cross-discipline validation | Single-point design risk |
| Designs built for constructability and operability | Designs built for paper approval |
| OEM-competent across all major manufacturers | Limited OEM knowledge |
| SmartPower data pathways embedded from design stage | No operational feedback loop |
What We Deliver
- Feasibility Studies: We evaluate power requirements, technology options, fuel strategies, and site constraints to determine the optimal solution. Our bankable feasibility studies include equipment selection, CAPEX and OPEX modelling, and technical risk assessments that support investor decision-making.
- Power Plant Design: Comprehensive design packages covering electrical systems, mechanical systems, control and automation, civil works, and balance of plant. We design for buildability, operability, and long-term performance.
- Owner’s Engineering: We act as the client’s technical representative, providing independent oversight of third-party contractors, reviewing designs, monitoring progress, and ensuring project delivery meets specifications.
- Technical Documentation: We develop the documentation required for safe, compliant operations: P&IDs, single line diagrams, HAZOP studies, lockout-tagout procedures, control system specifications, and commissioning protocols.
CLIENTS THAT TRUST USP&E
CLIENTS WE SERVE
Engineering Case studies and References
We prove before we promise
Madagascar | Molo Graphite Mine
Hybrid power plant engineering integrating thermal generation with solar and battery energy storage for a remote mining operation. USP&E led engineering coordination as technical integrator. Result: On time, on budget. 11,300 tonnes CO2 reduction per year.
MDM Engineering
“USP&E is a professional, proactive and knowledgeable company in the power station design and development sector. Will Gruver and USP&E have provided MDM with power station studies and tender documents, which have formed part of the overall feasibility study, issued to investors for funding.” — Bruce Stephenson, Principal Electrical Engineer, MDM Engineering
DRA Projects
“USP&E provided DRA Projects with comprehensive information to assist us with a Diesel vs. HFO vs. Solar vs. Coal power supply evaluation for a Feasibility Study in Madagascar. Their work included basic power plant design and equipment selection as well as CAPEX and OPEX models that were helpful in our decision-making process.” — John Hooper, Senior Engineer, DRA Projects
Power Station Engineering
Engineering Capabilities
Electrical Engineering
High and low voltage distribution, switchgear, protection systems, transformers, cabling, and earthing design.
Mechanical Engineering
Engine and turbine foundations, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, and auxiliary equipment.
Control Systems
SCADA design, PLC programming, HMI development, and integration across multi-OEM environments.
Hybrid Integration
Engineering for solar, battery storage, and thermal generation operating as integrated systems.
SmartPower
Each design embeds SmartPower tags and data pathways, connecting design intent to live operational performance. Built for the Frontier by feedback, not guesswork.
Engineering Verification
Every design is verified by qualified engineers before any commercial handoff. That is how we ensure every system we deliver is truly Built for the Frontier.
| Step | Action | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Feasibility Review | Evaluate site, loads, environmental requirements, and fuel logistics | Technical viability |
| Design Package | PFDs, 3D models, single-line diagrams, infrastructure and civils, P&IDs, and control systems | Execution-ready documentation |
| Peer Review | Dual-engineer and cross-discipline validation | Accuracy and safety assurance |
| QA/QC Sign-off | Material traceability, welding, specification checks, factory and site acceptance tests | Certified compliance |
| Client Pack | Delivered with proposal or handover | Proof built in |
Power Station Engineering
Brand-Agnostic. OEM-Competent.
Our power station engineering team works across all major equipment manufacturers. We design, integrate, and optimise systems featuring Wärtsilä, Hyundai HiMSEN, MAN, Caterpillar, GE, Siemens, and Bergen equipment.
Our brand-agnostic approach means we recommend the right technology for your project, not the technology we happen to sell.
Power Station Engineering
Why USP&E
Our power station engineering team operates where others hesitate. We deliver technical clarity in frontier markets, under compressed timelines, and across complex multi-stakeholder environments.
We do not just draw plans. We design power systems that get built and operated successfully.
Entrepreneurial speed. Engineering credibility.
Ready to start your project? Talk to our power plant engineering team about feasibility studies, design, or owner’s engineering support.