Our expert engineers specialize in foundation design for utility-scale wind and solar power facilities, including wind turbines, solar structures, substations, and ancillary equipment. Using advanced structural analysis software, we deliver creative, cost-effective solutions to complex challenges, while providing responsive service and meeting tight deadlines. With extensive experience in renewable energy projects, we ensure high-value, innovative engineering that drives success from design to execution.
2025 Report Card
51 Projects Awarded in 2025
13 Solar + 26 Wind + 10 BESS + 2 Substation
18 U.S. States + Canada
Alberta, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Quebec, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin
11.4 GW
Planned Capacity
The RRC Advantage in Structural Engineering
Expertise That Drives Success
RRC’s structural engineering team brings decades of combined experience in advanced structural analysis and design. Our engineers are leaders in renewable energy structural design, having contributed to over 380 wind projects, representing nearly 40% of the installed wind capacity in the United States. Our expertise extends to substation structural engineering and foundation design and analysis, ensuring every project meets the highest safety and performance standards.
Innovation at the Core
At RRC, we leverage the latest technologies and methodologies to deliver innovative solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability. Our services include structural consulting for energy projects, seismic engineering for renewables, and structural retrofitting services. As industry leaders, RRC remains on the cutting edge of innovation, continuously advancing structural solutions that support both infrastructure and environmental goals.
Client-Centered Approach
Our clients choose RRC for our honesty, integrity, and responsiveness. We prioritize effective communication and collaboration, ensuring that client needs are met promptly and accurately. Whether it’s wind turbine foundation engineering or structural integrity assessments, our team is committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations.
Tailored Solutions
Our Services
Wind Turbine Foundation Design
Wind Turbine Foundation Repower Analysis
Industrial Equipment Steel Frame Design
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Foundation Design
Solar Tracker Foundation Design
Foundation Inspection & Assessments
Meet Our Team
Experts in Structural Engineering
Our team is composed of highly experienced engineers with an average of 12 years in renewable foundation design
with RRC. Each member brings a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to the table, ensuring that every project benefits from our collective experience and innovative approach. Get to know the professionals behind our success.
01. Director of Structural Engineering
Ben Krause
As a co-founder of RRC in 2007, he has played a key role in the renewable energy industry. By 2023, he has designed foundations for over 400 wind projects across North America, contributing to more than 65,000 MW of installed or under-construction wind power.
02. PV/BESS/Substation Engineering Manager
Larry Zhou
Larry is a Structural Engineering Manager with over 30 years in the industry. He specializes in structural and foundation design for substations, utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects, & provides technical leadership, project execution, and QA/QC oversight for complex energy infrastructure programs across the U.S. and Canada. Larry holds a master’s degree in civil engineering & is a registered Professional Engineer in multiple U.S. states as well as in Ontario & Alberta.
03. Sr. Project Engineer - Solar
Troy Crook
Troy is a Senior Structural Engineer with over 15 years of experience in civil and structural engineering. He has contributed to over 60 wind farm projects, totaling approximately 6,000 MW, and specializes in foundation design for wind turbines and solar panel support. Troy holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and is licensed in 12 states.
04. Sr. Structural Engineer
Jason Stripling
Jason is a licensed Structural Engineer with over 13 years of experience, specializing in wind turbine foundation design. He has contributed to over 115 wind farm projects, totaling approximately 13,000 MW across the U.S. and Canada. Jason holds both a B.S. and M.S. in Civil (Structural) Engineering from South Dakota State University.
05. Structural Project Manager
Jason Julkowski
Jason is a licensed Structural Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the energy market. He has worked on over 70 wind turbine foundation projects, totaling approximately 11,000 MW of capacity. Jason specializes in structural design, including steel, concrete, and aluminum components, and holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota.
06. Structural Engineer
Joe Murray
Joe is a Structural Engineer with over 9 years of experience in civil and structural engineering. He specializes in solar panel support and wind turbine foundation design. Joe holds a M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota.
01. Director of Structural Engineering
Ben Krause
As a co-founder of RRC in 2007, he has played a key role in the renewable energy industry. By 2023, he has designed foundations for over 400 wind projects across North America, contributing to more than 65,000 MW of installed or under-construction wind power.
02. PV/BESS/Substation Engineering Manager
Larry Zhou
Larry is a Structural Engineering Manager with over 30 years in the industry. He specializes in structural and foundation design for substations, utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects, & provides technical leadership, project execution, and QA/QC oversight for complex energy infrastructure programs across the U.S. and Canada. Larry holds a master’s degree in civil engineering & is a registered Professional Engineer in multiple U.S. states as well as in Ontario & Alberta.
03. Sr. Project Engineer - Solar
Troy Crook
Troy is a Senior Structural Engineer with over 15 years of experience in civil and structural engineering. He has contributed to over 60 wind farm projects, totaling approximately 6,000 MW, and specializes in foundation design for wind turbines and solar panel support. Troy holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and is licensed in 12 states.
04. Sr. Structural Engineer
Jason Stripling
Jason is a licensed Structural Engineer with over 13 years of experience, specializing in wind turbine foundation design. He has contributed to over 115 wind farm projects, totaling approximately 13,000 MW across the U.S. and Canada. Jason holds both a B.S. and M.S. in Civil (Structural) Engineering from South Dakota State University.
05. Structural Project Manager
Jason Julkowski
Jason is a licensed Structural Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the energy market. He has worked on over 70 wind turbine foundation projects, totaling approximately 11,000 MW of capacity. Jason specializes in structural design, including steel, concrete, and aluminum components, and holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota.
06. Structural Engineer
Joe Murray
Joe is a Structural Engineer with over 9 years of experience in civil and structural engineering. He specializes in solar panel support and wind turbine foundation design. Joe holds a M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota.
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