David Yadegar, PE

David Yadegar is the Principal and founder of Simplengi Engineering, a full-service structural engineering firm based in the East Bay area of California.1 He established the company in 2009, initially providing structural engineering services for residential projects as the sole engineer.1

Yadegar earned his BS in structural engineering from UC San Diego and gained experience working for different structural engineering companies, primarily in the residential field.1 Seeking to bridge the gap between design and construction, he spent time working in construction to better understand how buildings are actually put together.1 This hands-on experience has enabled him to design more easily constructible buildings and residential structures.1

Under Yadegar's leadership, Simplengi Engineering has grown from a one-person operation to a team of multiple engineers.1 The firm now handles a variety of projects, including residential, multi-family, restaurants, wineries, and other commercial projects.1 They are capable of taking on projects ranging from single-family retrofits to multi-story residential developments.1

Yadegar is known for his collaborative approach and holistic thinking about buildings.1 He works closely with architects on design and contractors on building to ensure projects are built solidly and as intended.1 He is also passionate about sustainability and designing efficiently, always balancing design with cost, environmental goals, and client needs.12

Clients and colleagues describe Yadegar as thoughtful, easy to work with, reliable, and providing solid value.2 He is also characterized as eager, trustworthy, and willing to tackle a variety of projects.3