Luke Phillips
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Organized individual who is very detail oriented. Brings a positive energy to the workplace that helps stimulate team success. Looking to apply these skills and contribute to company success at a Mechanical Engineering internship position.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Intern
SmithGroup
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Performed ventilation calculations and multi-zone VAV sizing for a confidential project, calculating airflow requirements and sizing approximately 20 VAV zones handling over 30,000 CFM of total airflow
- Assisted in designing HVAC and piping systems for two floors of a 460,000 square ft. office building renovation in Pittsburgh using Revit. Coordinated with structural designers to prevent clashes between beams and ductwork.
- Conducted 2 project site visits and shadowed engineers during punch list inspections, gaining hands-on exposure to construction quality control and field coordination.
- Coordinated with four Pittsburgh-based mechanical engineers and 20+ additional team members across multiple disciplines in DC, Chicago, and Detroit offices.
Construction Engineering Intern
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported construction operations on a $7M state bridge site and a $18M roadway project, assisting with inspections, material tracking, and data management to ensure compliance with PennDOT standards.
- Performed quality control activities, including shadowing multiple concrete pours and assisting in conducting two concrete slump tests to verify mix consistency and placement quality.
- Recorded and analyzed material loading and site data using Excel, contributing to accurate reporting and project progress tracking.
- Collaborated with engineers, inspectors, and contractors on-site to resolve issues, coordinate testing, and maintain adherence to safety and design requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Penn State University
State College, PA05.2026
Study Abroad - January - June 2025
University of Leeds
Leeds, EnglandAdditional Information
- Penn State Gameday Ventures: Collaborated with a team to design and build a lawn game for Penn State football tailgates, strengthening creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Soccer Coach: Managed and captained an adult soccer team, ensuring team organization, fostering positive morale, and motivating players to perform at their best through effective leadership and strategic planning.
- Phi Eta Sigma National Honors Society Member
- Recipient of National Merit Scholarship Commendation Award
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Intern
SmithGroup
06.2025 - 08.2025
Construction Engineering Intern
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Penn State University
Study Abroad - January - June 2025
University of Leeds
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