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Luke Hankinson

Los Angeles,USA

Summary

Detail-oriented mechanical engineer with [3+] years of experience in HVAC design, energy modeling, and code compliance for commercial and institutional buildings. Proven ability to manage design documentation in Revit, ensure ASHRAE and IMC compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams from concept through construction. Adept at streamlining design processes and enhancing energy efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Design Engineer

Southern Architects & Engineers
03.2023 - Current
  • Designed HVAC systems for K-12 schools, storm shelters, and auditorium spaces, ensuring compliance with IMC, ASHRAE 62.1, and IECC.
  • Created Revit models with fully annotated floor plans, details, schedules, and controls schematics.
  • Optimized ventilation and equipment selection for energy efficiency and code compliance.
  • Responded to RFIs, reviewed submittals, and coordinated with electrical, plumbing, civil, structural, and architectural teams.
  • Sized kitchen exhaust, package units, DOAS, mini-split systems, and hydronic components.
  • Applied SMACNA standards for duct sizing and system loss calculations.
  • Developed sequences of operation and coordinated control strategies with BAS contractors.

HVAC Design Intern

Maxair Mechanical
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Drafted HVAC plans for commercial and educational facilities using AutoCAD and Revit under supervision of licensed engineer.
  • Performed psychrometric analysis and calculated ventilation rates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, Georgia
05-2023

Skills

  • HVAC System Design (Revit, AutoCAD)
  • Load Calculations & Energy Modeling (HAP)
  • Mechanical Code Analysis (IMC, ICC, IBC) Compliance
  • ASHRAE 621, ASHRAE 901, ASHRAE 15 Familiarity
  • Construction Documentation (CD Set Creation)
  • Duct/Piping Layout & Sizing

Timeline

Mechanical Design Engineer

Southern Architects & Engineers
03.2023 - Current

HVAC Design Intern

Maxair Mechanical
03.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Kennesaw State University