Engineering Excellence, Technology-Forward Delivery
Pythian Design combines decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver high-voltage substation designs and fire protection solutions faster than traditional design firms.
Our Mission
Excellence & Speed
At Pythian Design, we believe that engineering excellence and rapid delivery don't have to be mutually exclusive. Our mission is to transform how engineering services are delivered in the power and fire protection sectors.
Technology & Expertise
We leverage advanced technology and automated workflows to streamline the design process without compromising on quality or compliance. Every project is led by experienced engineers with deep expertise in IEEE and NFPA standards.
Comprehensive Solutions
Whether you're developing a utility-scale renewable energy project, upgrading transmission infrastructure, or designing fire protection for energy storage systems, we deliver the technical depth you need with the speed your project demands.
Industry Heritage & EPC Experience
Pythian Design's founder comes from a family that pioneered modern high-voltage EPC. This deep-rooted industry heritage provides an unparalleled understanding of the EPC sector: from the challenges contractors face in the field to the technical requirements that drive successful project execution.
Growing up in the EPC industry and working on projects ranging from 345kV transmission substations to large-scale battery energy storage systems, we bring a perspective that combines generational knowledge with modern technological capabilities. We understand both the theoretical requirements of IEEE and NFPA standards and the practical realities of construction and commissioning.
This industry heritage ensures that every design meets the requirements for submittal to utilities, authorities having jurisdiction, and regulatory agencies nationwide, while remaining practical and constructible in the field.
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Technology-Forward Approach
We've developed proprietary workflows that leverage automation to accelerate preliminary design, equipment selection, and documentation preparation. This technology enables us to deliver projects 40-80% faster than traditional design firms.
Our automated tools handle repetitive calculations and documentation tasks, freeing our engineers to focus on the critical thinking, code compliance, and constructability reviews that truly require professional judgment.
Despite our technology-forward approach, every deliverable is thoroughly reviewed by experienced engineers. We maintain strict quality control processes and adhere to all applicable IEEE, NFPA, NESC, and NEC requirements.
Client collaboration is central to our process. We provide clear communication, regular updates, and responsive service throughout every phase of your project.
Standards Expertise & Technical Capabilities
Engineering Excellence: Our team brings extensive experience in power systems and fire protection design, enabling us to support your projects nationwide with technical depth and practical expertise.
Standards Expertise: We maintain deep expertise in the industry standards that govern our work:
IEEE 80
Substation Grounding
IEEE 1584
Arc Flash Analysis
IEEE C37
Switchgear & Protection
NESC
Electrical Safety Code
NFPA 13
Sprinkler Systems
NFPA 20
Fire Pumps
NFPA 72
Fire Alarm Systems
NFPA 855
Energy Storage Fire Protection
NEC
National Electrical Code
Our commitment to standards compliance ensures that your project meets all regulatory requirements and passes utility and AHJ reviews on the first submission.
Let's Discuss Your Project
Whether you're planning a new substation, need fire protection design for an ESS facility, or require power system studies, we're here to help.
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