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Nonso Iwunwa

Nonso Iwunwa

Augusta,GA

Summary

Licensed HVAC Project Engineer with over 7 years of hands-on experience designing and delivering high-performance HVAC systems for educational, healthcare, commercial, and data center facilities. Skilled in system modeling, load calculations, Revit workflows, and energy code compliance. Proven ability to lead mechanical design projects from concept to commissioning, with a focus on efficiency, coordination, and innovation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HVAC Project Engineer PE

PFA Engineers
10.2021 - Current
  • Lead HVAC design for educational and healthcare buildings, applying code standards to optimize system performance and sustainability.
  • Develop construction documents, equipment selections, and specifications for VRF, DOAS, RTUs, hydronic, and exhaust systems.
  • Coordinate across architectural, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection teams to ensure fully integrated system design.
  • Conduct field investigations, site surveys, and develop punch lists; resolve RFIs and review contractor submittals.
  • Assign tasks and mentor Junior Engineers, designers, interns, and lead internal QA/QC reviews to uphold project standards.
  • Regularly participate in owner/architect/engineer meetings to communicate design intent, and construction impacts.

Mechanical Engineer EIT

Cushing Terrell
06.2017 - 03.2021
  • Designed HVAC, and Plumbing systems for commercial buildings (school, hotels, hospital, government buildings)
  • Analyzed existing HVAC systems for potential Improvements.
  • Performed Heating/cooling load calculations.
  • BIM Modeling Using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks to Collaborate/integrate architectural/engineering disciplines.
  • Use of Dynamo to speed up iterative processes.
  • Drafting HVAC/Plumbing systems using Revit.
  • Hydronic Piping and ductwork design for HVAC systems.
  • Equipment Application and selection.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

IMEG CORP, Formerly MKK Engineers
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Performed heating and cooling load calculations using Trace 700, sized duct systems using a Ductulator, sized/drafted hydronic pipes using a Bell Gossett System Syzer, drafted roof drains, sanitary systems and, selected equipment's using manufacturers catalog for commercial buildings.
  • Heavily participated in the production/preparation of construction documents (buildings such as surgical facility, assisted living home, indoor gym, and office space).

Space Measurement Team

Facility Engineering Associates
06.2015 - 07.2015
  • Operated computer-aided drafting (CAD) equipment or conventional drafting station to produce designs, working drawings, room classification sheet, and records.
  • Updated over 20 Wyoming state building plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
05.2017

Skills

  • HVAC/MEP design
  • Energy management
  • Technical report writing
  • Building automation systems
  • HVAC system design
  • Equipment selection
  • Duct sizing and design
  • Cost estimation
  • Schematic design
  • Ventilation systems
  • Load calculations
  • Control systems
  • Energy modeling
  • System optimization

Personal Projects

Off-Grid Solar + Battery Storage Installation (2023)

  • Independently designed, sized, and installed a ground-mounted 5.5 kW photovoltaic (PV) solar array with 60 kWh battery storage.
  • Performed load analysis, selected system components (inverter, battery bank, charge controllers), and ensured safe and efficient system integration.
  • Completed all wiring, system commissioning, and operational testing to deliver a reliable off-grid power solution.

Certification

  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • NCEES Exam Verificationhttps://account.ncees.org/rn/1704272-1800270-48a8528

Professional Details

  • Title: HVAC Project Engineer PE
  • Visa Status: US. Citizen
  • Nationality: US. Citizen
  • License: Pe, Mechanical (Georgia)

Affiliations

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Hobbies and Interests

  • Soccer
  • Hiking
  • Indoor Rock Climbing
  • Playing the Drums
  • learning automation and programming

Timeline

HVAC Project Engineer PE

PFA Engineers
10.2021 - Current

Mechanical Engineer EIT

Cushing Terrell
06.2017 - 03.2021

Mechanical Engineering Intern

IMEG CORP, Formerly MKK Engineers
05.2016 - 08.2016

Space Measurement Team

Facility Engineering Associates
06.2015 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering

University of Wyoming

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