Logan Costa-Smith, PE
Fresno,CA
Summary
Licensed Mechanical Engineer (PE) with 8 years of design experience delivering code-compliant, energy-efficient mechanical systems for public-sector and commercial facilities. Experienced Mechanical Engineer of Record (MEOR) recognized for technical rigor, timely project delivery, and mentorship of junior engineers. Seeking to apply compliance-driven engineering expertise and public-serving project experience to supporting critical infrastructure and providing the community with safe, reliable energy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Net Positive Consulting Engineers
05.2023 - Current
- Functioned as mechanical engineer of record (MEOR) on approximately 15 public-sector (K–12) and commercial projects.
- Balanced reliability and sustainability with present day design requirements on a wide range of HVAC and plumbing designs.
- Delivered projects serving as prime consultant by coordinating architectural, electrical, mechanical, and structural disciplines.
- Served as primary liaison to regulatory authorities (DSA, City of Fresno, City of Clovis, etc.), achieving timely approvals and maintaining project schedules.
- Performed formal QA/QC reviews and approved work from junior engineers and designers to ensure consistency, compliance, and accuracy.
- Defended engineering decisions in meetings with owners and contractors to protect project quality.
- Supervised and mentored a team of 2 EITs and 1 engineering assistant concurrently.
Mechanical Designer/Engineer
Lawrence Engineering Group
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Assisted in HVAC and plumbing system layout and design under licensed engineers.
- Prepared drawings and schedules using AutoCAD.
- Conducted heating and cooling load calculations and equipment research.
- Transitioned from designer to engineer role responsibilities over time.
- Attained EIT and PE certification.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural, electrical, and architectural teams.
Mechanical Designer
Tons Per Hour Inc.
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Designed conceptual layouts of solid-liquid separation plants for the mineral processing industry.
- Created fabrication drawings of various components in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Spent 23 days in China facilitating design changes and strengthening communication with manufacturers.
- Generated bill of materials from SolidWorks drawings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06-2017
Skills
- HVAC system design
- Plumbing system design
- Design reviews
- Mentoring and training
- AutoCAD proficient
- Field Coordination / RFIs/ CA Support
- Client & Multidisciplinary Coordination
- Construction Documents (Plans, Schedules, Specifications)
Certification
Professional Engineer (PE) – Mechanical (HVACR)
State: CA • License #: M40220
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Net Positive Consulting Engineers
05.2023 - Current
Mechanical Designer/Engineer
Lawrence Engineering Group
08.2018 - 05.2023
Mechanical Designer
Tons Per Hour Inc.
06.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Santa Clara University