JUSTIN UCHIMURA
Energy & Mechanical Engineer Devoted To Sustainability
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Sustainability-focused Energy and Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience building energy models for LEED/Envision fulfillment, conducting ASHRAE Level II energy assessments, designing/commissioning MEP systems, and advising clients on energy saving methodologies as a consultant in the built environment. Utilizes greatest strengths of multi-disciplinary communication, understanding client expectations, and high EQ teamwork to continuously grow professional relationships internally and externally.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Energy Assessor / Commissioning PM
Stok
San Francisco, CA
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Advised clients on MEP infrastructure energy-saving and electrification opportunities for new and existing development
- Performed energy audits per ASHRAE Standard 211 Level 2 requirements which included utility bill analyses, site visits, and energy efficiency measure recommendations for financial and carbon reduction
- Developed technical and economic business cases for MEP equipment energy efficient measures
- Updated internal energy audit tools and processes to standardize the procedure and improve accuracy of calculations
- Reviewed equipment trend data to identify unexpected performance and provided remediation plans
- Commissioned MEP systems for new and existing buildings per LEED, Title 24, and local requirements, including thermal systems, renewable energy, zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, and energy storage.
- Facilitated meetings and managed project tracking tools with contractors, building owners, and building management teams to ensure proper MEP system effectiveness per design intent
- Manipulated BMS/BAS to ensure systems fulfilled the sequence of operations
Energy/Mechanical Engineer
Parsons Corp
Oakland, United States
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Created TRACE 700 load and energy models and reports for 10+ public transportation facilities with ASHRAE and local baselines for LEED and Envision fulfillment
- Advised on energy-saving design strategies from energy model outputs
- Managed LEED and Envision credential documentation and fulfillment of Energy-related credits for 5+ projects
- Performed load, pressure drop, thermal resistivity, and ventilation analysis for HVAC system design then modeled in Revit
- Led HVAC design for ~1000 sqft buildings
- Led design efforts for guideway signage package
- Created management tools and regularly communicated with PM’s and lead designers to ensure submittal schedules were kept on track
- Procured and inspected $20M+ worth of vehicles and equipment
- Managed CAD production for 3+ projects and produced thousands of MEP drawings with AutoCAD and Revit
Controls / Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Honeywell Intelligrated
Sacramento, CA
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Drafted designs for, programmed, and commissioned mechanical and control equipment for automated conveyor systems
Education
Mechanical Engineering BS - Mechatronics Concentration
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA 09.2013 - 12.2018
Skills
Energy Modeling
undefinedCertification
PE, CA 41147
Work Availability
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Timeline
LEED AP - In Progress, 06/23
06-2023
Energy Assessor / Commissioning PM
Stok
06.2022 - 04.2023
PE, CA 41147
06-2022
ENV SP
01-2022
Energy/Mechanical Engineer
Parsons Corp
06.2018 - 05.2022
Controls / Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Honeywell Intelligrated
06.2017 - 12.2017
Mechanical Engineering BS - Mechatronics Concentration
California Polytechnic State University
09.2013 - 12.2018