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Founded with a commitment to excellence, Material Engineering Inspection (MEI) is a leading Special Inspection Agency dedicated to providing independent third-party material testing and quality assurance services. Our mission is to support contractors, engineers, and regulatory agencies in achieving safe and reliable construction through rigorous inspections and testing. With a focus on integrity, accuracy, and professionalism, MEI is your trusted partner in ensuring compliance and safety in every project.

  • Reinforced concrete, post-tension (PT) and masonry inspections
  • Welding, bolting and structural steel inspections
  • Fireproofing and fire stopping inspections
  • Seismic anchorage, epoxy, pull testing and torque testing inspections
  • Soil compaction, grading, and geotechnical testing
  • Asphalt and aggregate testing
  • Wood framing inspection (residential and commercial)
  • Concrete testing inspection

Our company follows industry best practices to support contractors, engineers, and regulatory agencies in achieving safe and reliable construction.

Material Engineering Inspection operates under the guidelines of the following industry standards:
  • ASTM International (American Society for Testing and Materials)
  • ACI (American Concrete Institute)
  • ICC (International Code Council)
  • CWI (Certified Welding Inspector)
  • AWS (American Welding Society)
  • AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction)
  • OSHA & Cal/OSHA Safety Regulations
Our inspectors stay updated with code changes, regulatory requirements, and best practices to ensure full compliance.

Our team holds certifications from ICC, ACI, CWI ,AWS, ASTM, and more. We stay updated with the latest industry standards to ensure our services are always top-notch.

We utilize advanced technology and innovative methodologies to perform thorough and meticulous inspections. By identifying potential issues early, we offer practical solutions to mitigate risks, helping developers, contractors, and project owners achieve their goals efficiently and effectively.

Our commitment to excellence drives us to provide reliable, accurate, and efficient inspection solutions. We are dedicated to supporting the success of your construction project from start to finish, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of quality and safety.

Join the many satisfied clients who have trusted Material Engineering Inspection (MEI) with their construction projects. Let us be your partner in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality outcomes.

Our Leading Team​

At Material Engineering Inspection (MEI), excellence is driven by our seasoned team of Professional Engineers (PE), ICC, ACI, CWI, AWS and ASTM-certified experts. With decades of collective experience in civil engineering, geotechnical analysis, and construction compliance, we deliver precision-driven solutions that prioritize safety, innovation, and code compliance.

We’re your partners in building a safer Bay Area—trusted to ensure every structure stands strong.

Ramin Rasouli, MEI CEO
Ramin Rasouli

Engineer., Founder & Principal

B.Sc. Civil Engineering, Senior Special Inspector, ICC, ACI, AWS, AASHTO Certified
ramin@engineeringinspect.com

Derik Danialian

Civil ENGINEER, pe

B.Sc. Civil Engineering (Cal Poly Pomona), PE Licensed, AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000

Manouchehr HakhamNeshi

Ph.D., PE

Senior Consultant, Construction Testing

Kaveh Zamani

Ph.D., PE, P.H.

Specialist in Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering

Babak Kamrani

Ph.D., PE

Expert in Structural & Geotechnical Engineering