Electrical Services
Expert electrical engineering in lighting, power distribution, and system controls designed for cold climates, efficiency, and long-term reliability.
Electrical Engineering & Consulting
Small-scale upgrades or large-scale electrical systems? We deliver smart, economical designs backed by decades of expertise.
At RSA, we take pride in providing innovative and cost-effective design solutions for projects of every size and complexity. Our approach combines practical electrical engineering with creative problem-solving. If it’s a new build or a retrofit, our team is committed to delivering designs that are efficient, scalable, and built to our clients’ needs.
With over 40 years of hands-on experience and an up-to-date understanding of the latest technologies in electrical engineering, RSA brings specialized expertise to every job. Our staff includes Registered Communications Distribution Designers (RCDD), National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions Lighting Certification (LC), Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) allowing us to address complex challenges with precision and confidence.
From advanced communications infrastructure to integrated building systems, RSA designs with tomorrow in mind, without losing sight of what works best today.
Power
Efficient and reliable, our power solutions are engineered for Alaska’s conditions, from switchgear to medium voltage systems.
At RSA, power systems are a fundamental service, shaped by decades of experience designing for Alaska’s extreme climates and operating conditions. Working closely with local utility service providers, we plan, analyze, and design electrical power infrastructure that performs reliably in real-world environments. Our services span medium-voltage distribution, low-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, and facility-wide power coordination. Engineers routinely evaluate utility capacity, perform detailed load, arc flash, and short-circuit studies, and develop distribution systems that balance reliability, efficiency, and constructability. Every design considers long-term operation, incorporating selective coordination, arc-flash mitigation strategies, and clear provisions for future expansion.
RSA brings extensive experience delivering emergency and standby power systems for critical facilities, including healthcare campuses, airports, water and wastewater facilities, schools, and remote power plants. Our work includes generator sizing and paralleling analysis, automatic transfer switch configuration, fuel system coordination, and integration with existing utility or community power infrastructure. In rural and off-grid locations, we regularly design hybrid systems that combine diesel generation with photovoltaic arrays, battery storage, and advanced controls to reduce fuel consumption and increase system resilience. These solutions are specifically tailored to Alaska’s logistical constraints, cold-weather operation, and limited on-site maintenance resources.
What sets RSA apart is how our designs translate to the field. Our electrical team includes former journeyman electricians who understand installation sequencing, access requirements, and long-term maintenance realities. This hands-on perspective results in clear, coordinated, and buildable construction documents, and power systems that owners can operate and maintain with confidence for decades. From urban campuses to remote villages, RSA delivers power systems that are robust, adaptable, and proven in some of the most demanding environments in the country.
Lighting
From energy efficiency to award-winning design, we deliver lighting solutions that balance form and function.
At RSA, lighting design is an integrated discipline that blends artistic vision with technical performance, visual comfort, aesthetic appeal, and long-term efficiency. Our team designs interior and exterior lighting systems that support how spaces are used while meeting energy codes, owner standards, and maintenance goals. Services include fixture selection and layout, photometric analysis, lighting controls, daylight integration, and emergency and egress lighting. Each system is designed to deliver appropriate light levels, minimize glare, and provide consistent performance in Alaska’s challenging cold-weather and low-light environments.
RSA has extensive experience delivering lighting solutions for a wide range of facility types, including schools, healthcare facilities, airports, civic buildings, industrial spaces, and outdoor sites. We regularly work with LED retrofit and new construction projects, balancing first cost with lifecycle value and ease of maintenance. Our designs account for cold-start performance, durability, and availability of replacement components, ensuring systems remain reliable over time. Exterior lighting is carefully coordinated to address safety, wayfinding, dark-sky considerations, and site-specific environmental conditions.
What distinguishes RSA’s lighting services is our practical, owner-focused approach. Our engineers collaborate closely with architects, owners, and contractors to ensure lighting systems are intuitive to operate, flexible for future needs, and straightforward to maintain. From classrooms and patient rooms to runways, roadways, and remote facilities, RSA delivers lighting designs that enhance functionality, support occupant well-being, and perform reliably in Alaska’s most demanding settings.
We specialize in sustainable lighting systems that reduce operational costs while enhancing usability and visual comfort. From advanced daylight harvesting strategies to energy-smart fixtures, our designs combat rising energy costs without compromising on quality or reliability.
With access to cutting-edge tools like 3D lighting modeling, we streamline even the most complex projects so that each solution is customized, accurate, and delivered on time.
Telecommunications
High-performance telecommunications design backed by experience, precision, and certified expertise.
At RSA, telecommunications design is a specialized technical service grounded in more than four decades of experience and led by on-staff Registered Communications Distribution Designers (RCDD). We plan and design structured cabling and network infrastructure that supports today’s operational demands while remaining adaptable for future technologies. Our services include fiber and copper distribution, telecommunications room layout, equipment rack coordination, grounding and bonding, pathway design, and system integration with IT, security, and building systems.
RSA designs telecommunications systems across local wide area, wireless, and hybrid network environments. Our engineers routinely develop systems that support voice, data, video, and critical applications, with careful attention to redundancy, bandwidth requirements, and scalability. Our team has authored master telecommunications specifications and design standards for public agencies and large facility owners, establishing consistency for cabling, equipment, and installation quality. RSA has also designed copper and fiber-based systems ranging from single-building deployments to complex, multi-site networks. These projects require careful coordination, phased implementation planning, and a strong understanding of operational continuity.
What sets RSA apart is our practical, owner-focused approach. Our designs reflect how systems are installed, managed, and expanded over time, resulting in clear construction documents and infrastructure that is straightforward to operate and maintain. Regardless of project size or complexity, RSA delivers telecommunications systems with technical rigor, proven reliability, and long-term value for the owner.
Security
Security isn’t one-size-fits-all. We engineer systems that match the environment and risk.
RSA leads the state in security system design, with more completed projects than any other firm in Alaska. Our work includes extensive system design for school districts, public agencies, and correctional facilities across the state. From detention-grade door hardware and touch screen control systems to video surveillance and intercom, our team brings deep experience in every layer of facility security.
Beyond institutional work, we are a trusted provider of general security systems, including access control, intrusion detection, and advanced monitoring solutions.
We stay at the forefront of industry advancements—such as system integrations and leading-edge based technologies—and apply these tools when they offer value and reliability to the project.
Every system is designed with precision for your unique needs, and engineered for long-term functionality in even the most demanding environments.
Fire Alarms
Protecting people and property in Alaska starts with smart, scalable fire alarm system design.
At RSA, we design high-performance fire alarm systems that prioritize reliability, code compliance, and practical integration with your building’s needs.
Our team is familiar with the full range of modern fire alarm technologies, and we design each to match our clients’ goals, budget, and facility requirements. From conventional systems to intelligent addressable options, we ensure every detail is in place for detection, response, and compliance.
With more than 40 years of experience, RSA has designed fire alarm systems for projects ranging from small, standalone facilities to complex multi-building campuses. We’ve created solutions for critical spaces like telecommunications rooms using fire suppression systems, as well as large-scale systems with air sampling detectors, voice evacuation, and more.
No matter the scope, our team brings the expertise and creativity needed to design fire alarm systems that deliver dependable protection and long-term value.
AV Systems
We bring technical precision to audio/visual system design on time, on budget, and on point.
RSA specializes in the highly technical and detail-driven field of Audio/Visual (A/V) system design. Our team combines a deep understanding of acoustics, signal flow, and component integration to deliver systems that are not only reliable but superb in performance.
At RSA, we know how to make technology work together whether it’s for a classroom, auditorium, public meeting space, or multi-use facility.
We also work closely with each client to design A/V systems that meet their functional requirements, align with their budget, and adapt to future needs. From simple sound reinforcement to complex, multi-zone configurations, our designers have the experience and insight to manage projects of all sizes and complexities.
With RSA, you’re not just getting cutting-edge equipment. You’re getting a partner committed to clear communication, smooth implementation, and long-term system success.
Building Sustainable Systems for Alaska’s Future
At RSA, we design sustainable mechanical and electrical systems that reduce energy use, and lower costs, built to perform in Alaska’s harshest environments. Reach out today to learn more.