Mechanical Engineer – MEP Systems

John Smith

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with hands-on experience designing and coordinating HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial and institutional buildings. Skilled in Revit, AutoCAD, and HAP for system layout, load calculations, and compliance documentation. Strong background in cross-disciplinary collaboration and construction-phase support. Committed to delivering code-compliant and energy-efficient MEP solutions in dynamic, deadline-driven environments.

Work Experience

Mechanical Engineer – MEP Division at Confidential Engineering Firm

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Designed and commissioned mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection) for mid-size commercial projects. Conducted site visits to gather as-built measurements and developed existing condition drawings. Completed HAP load calculations and system sizing to ensure proper performance and code compliance. Drafted detailed mechanical layouts in Revit and AutoCAD, incorporating feedback from senior engineers. Converted redline markups and schematic sketches into coordinated construction documents. Communicated across disciplines to identify and resolve coordination issues during pre-construction. Interfaced with vendors to review equipment specifications and support selection processes. Participated in field performance testing of installed HVAC and plumbing systems.

Design Engineer – USDA SBIR R&D Project at Confidential Research Lab

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Developed mechanical systems for an experimental solar-geothermal greenhouse under USDA grant. Modeled and tested structural/thermal performance of components using SolidWorks and ANSYS. Created custom testing rigs and performed lab and on-site validation of system components. Analyzed prototype data and compiled deliverables for technical reporting and stakeholder review.

Construction Contractor (Part-Time) at Independent

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Supported light construction, HVAC rough-in, and site prep tasks for residential renovations. Gained practical understanding of site safety, blueprint interpretation, and material workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Bruins University

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GPA: 3.63

Skills

Technical Skills

  • HVAC Load Calculations
  • MEP Drafting
  • Equipment Selection
  • Building Code Compliance
  • Construction Coordination
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • HAP
  • SolidWorks
  • ANSYS
  • MATLAB
  • C++
  • MS Office

Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
Score
85/100
Certifications
0/100
Education
80/100
Header
90/100
Work Experience
80/100
Profile
88/100
Projects
75/100
Skills
85/100
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Strong technical proficiency with industry-standard tools like Revit, AutoCAD, HAP, SolidWorks, and ANSYS.
Clear focus on MEP systems with practical experience in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design and coordination.
Well-written summary that integrates relevant keywords and demonstrates cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.
Solid educational background with high academic achievement and relevant project experience.

Certifications

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Education

80%
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Header

90%
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Work Experience

80%
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Profile

88%
Summary is concise and rich with relevant keywords like HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, Revit, AutoCAD, and HAP, improving ATS keyword matching.
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Projects

75%
Project description is relevant and demonstrates applied engineering skills and collaboration, which adds value to the resume.
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Skills

85%
Skills section includes a strong mix of hard skills, soft skills, and tools relevant to mechanical engineering and MEP systems.
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