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Who We Are

A veteran-owned, full-service multidisciplinary engineering firm built on the principles of integrity, technical excellence, and genuine client partnership.

OUR MISSION

Engineering That Protects and Serves Communities

Columbia Engineering Group was founded with a clear purpose: to deliver engineering solutions that make communities safer, more functional, and more resilient. As a veteran-owned firm, we bring the discipline, precision, and mission-focus of military service to every project we undertake.

We believe that great engineering is about more than technical accuracy. It’s about understanding the human impact of every design decision. Whether we’re designing a school HVAC system, a hospital fire protection system, or a municipal water infrastructure upgrade, we approach every project with the same commitment to excellence and care.

“We don’t just deliver drawings; we deliver outcomes. Our clients trust us because we take ownership of their success.”

Our Core Values​

Technical expertise alone is not enough. CEG’s core values ensure that every project is delivered with integrity, accountability, and a commitment to long-term client success.

Integrity

We operate with transparency and honesty in every interaction, with clients, partners, and our own team.

Technical Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest engineering standards, continuously advancing our knowledge and craft.

Client Partnership

We invest in understanding your goals and constraints, functioning as a true extension of your team.

Accountability

We own our work from concept to completion, taking responsibility for outcomes, not just deliverables.

LEADERSHIP

Meet the Leaders Behind CEG

Our leadership team brings decades of engineering expertise, military discipline, and a shared commitment to serving the communities we call home.

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Ty Nielson
Principal, CEO
Electrical engineer and CEO with 15+ years in engineering and business leadership. Ty founded CEG on veteran values, bringing nuclear-level precision and vision to every project and team.
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Nate O’Neel
Principal, COO
Electrical engineer and COO with 15+ years in construction and engineering. Nate leads CEG’s MEP and Fire Protection teams with a collaborative, solutions-driven approach to every project.
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Sean Kelly
Principal, CFO
US Navy veteran and CFO with 15+ years in construction and financial management. Sean brings operational discipline and financial clarity to every project and business decision at CEG.
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Steven Reed, PE
Principal, COO
Civil engineer and COO leading CEG’s civil practice with expertise in municipal projects, waterline systems, subdivision design and stormwater. Known for precision, client trust and delivering results.

THE CEG DIFFERENCE

Big Enough to Deliver
Small Enough to Care

CEG occupies a unique position in the engineering marketplace. We’re large enough to handle complex, multi-discipline projects with the full technical depth they require, yet lean enough to provide the responsiveness, accountability, and personal attention that larger firms often cannot.

Our principals are directly involved in every project. When you work with CEG, you’re not handed off to a junior team after the contract is signed. Our senior engineers are present from kickoff to closeout, ensuring that the quality and strategic thinking you expect are delivered consistently throughout the project lifecycle.

Certifications & Designations
  • Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
  • Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
  • Licensed in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho 
  • Licensed Professional Engineers (PE)
  • Integrated Civil, Structural, MEP & Fire Protection Design
  • Compliant with: ICC | IBC | LEED | NFPA | IEEE | ASHRAE | VA Standards

“100% satisfied with the quality and speed of CEG’s service. They are a supportive, reliable, and dedicated team that is always one step ahead in responsiveness and in getting back to us with questions and concerns.”

– Chris Morlan, Owner | Indigo Diggs

Ready to Work Together?

Let’s discuss your project and how CEG’s integrated team can deliver the results you need.