WHO WE ARE
At Upright Engineering, we provide comprehensive civil and structural engineering solutions tailored to the needs of our clients across the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Based in Lafayette, California, we specialize in a wide range of services including residential remodels, additions, new construction, grading, drainage, commercial projects, and wetlands restoration.
Since our founding over 8 years ago, we've remained committed to delivering high-quality, practical designs that balance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Our team is driven by three core values—communication, accountability, and innovation. We believe that clear communication and transparency are essential to any successful project. We take pride in staying on schedule and within budget, ensuring that our clients' goals are met with reliability. Our innovative approach enables us to find creative, constructible solutions for even the most challenging projects.
With over 20 years of combined experience, our engineers bring expertise from across the civil and structural engineering sectors, collaborating closely with clients to ensure each solution is specifically designed to meet their needs. From small residential projects to large-scale commercial developments, we understand that every project is unique, and we’re here to help guide our clients from concept to completion.
OUR TEAM
Austin Payne, P.E.
Founder & Principal Engineer
Caleb Strange
Managing Structural Engineer
David Wali
Associate Civil Engineer
Meghan Thompson Payne
Operations Manager
Amber Giallo
Office Manager
Smokey & Ash
Chief Furball Officers