Engineering Project
Resume:
SAH I L D IWAN
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
*****.*****@******.***
EDUCATION
Drexel University Philadelphia, PA
Bachelors and Masters in Mechanical Engineering (Dual Degree Program) Graduation - June, 2010
Honors: AJ Drexel Dean's Scholarship (2005 – 2010) Masters
GPA: 3.29
EXPERIENCE
Bard Rao & Athanas Engineering Consulting LLC
Philadelphia, PA
Engineering Consultant March, 2008 - March, 2009
• Defined project specific tasks as a liaison between company and clients including UPenn, CHOP, TJU, RICE U, UVA, and Penn State
• Negotiated changes in contracts with clients and contractors
• Expedited pre-construction procedures, answered requests for information (RFI) and change orders
• Examined submittals and owner’s manuals (O&M) to validate conformance to contract specifications,
and industry codes (ASME, NFPA, NEC, SMACNA, and other MEP codes )
Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Fire Protection (MEP) Coordinator March, 2008 - March, 2009
• Coordinated pre-construction design in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, piping, and fire protection sectors
• Rectified design flaws and coordination issues with architects, contractors, and external agencies
• Coordinated MEP trades with structural engineers and architects, and reviewed As-Built documents
• Reduced material, construction, energy costs, etc and enforced LEED rating
• Coordinated the development of a commissioning plan, and reviewed with the owner and outside agencies
Division of Aviation - Philadelphia International Airport Philadelphia, PA
Engineering Intern April - September, 2007
• Re-engineered HVAC plant specializing in chiller systems, including writing new sequence of operation
• Re-designed new system using AutoCAD, meeting contract specifications
• Minimized construction costs and maximized long term savings by optimizing new design for future expansion
• Managed and coordinated with mechanical contractors and union workers for HVAC automation project
• Performed project closeout procedures on 3 simultaneous projects ensuring quality standards
• Rectified and resolved critical HVAC control-related issues
Student Union & Operations, Drexel University Philadelphia, PA
Building Manager September, 2007 - June, 2008
• Managed and supervised operations team, ensuring optimal performance while maintaining high morale
• Served as a public relation agent for the university: welcoming and assisting all university guests and occupants
• Monitored and supported university’s organizational programs/activities and ensure their success
• Managed building security leading up to 2008 Democratic Presidential Candidate Debate
PROJECTS
Design Review Project (Graduate) Drexel University
Financial Analyst September, 2009 – February, 2010
• Reviewed and analyzed proposed engineering design upgrade for financial viability
• Proposed and presented solution model substantiated by financial charts
Energy Efficiency Project (Graduate) Drexel University
Thermodynamic/Control Systems Analyst September, 2008 - June, 2009
• Designed a full scale solar water heater system for residential use
• Analyzed the current system to determine a mathematical efficiency model
• Designed a control system to improve efficiency of solar panels consequentially reducing heat transfer losses
SKILLS
Software: AutoCAD, LabVIEW, Adobe Illustrator, Maple, MATLAB, Pro-Engineer, Revitt MEP (acquaintance), MS Office applications
Management: Director of Finance and Chairman of Scholarship committee - Phi Kappa Psi fraternity (2008)
Leadership: Team leader and coordinator for engineering design projects; Orientation leader (2006); New Student Days Ambassador
Language: Hindi; fluent (verbal & written), Punjabi; fluent (verbal & written)
VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Drexel University Admissions Office, Admissions Ambassador - led tours and elaborated on Drexel University's mission
as an educational institution
Raised funds for Alex's Lemonade Stand for treatment of children affected by cancer
Performed routine community service and philanthropy events, annual philanthropy event - Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless
MANNA - Packed food for people with severe medical conditions
ASME - Member
ASHA for education – Assisted international drive to educate children in under-developed nations
Drexel College of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Students Mentor
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