Bura Allen
Premier Heating & Air
Vienna
2
Certifications
14
years of professional experience
HVAC engineering professional translating drawings, equipment specifications, and field requirements into cost-conscious estimates for commercial HVAC work. Applies load calculations, component selection, and vendor coordination to build accurate pricing and scope assumptions for estimating teams. Also contributes fabrication and design insight that supports tighter bids and fewer change-order surprises.
Work History
Senior HVAC Engineering Designer / Senior Engineering Technician
10 Years 11 Months- Collaborated on [number] monthly vendor and contractor reviews to align component selections, technical requirements, and design changes.
- Led more than $325,000 in annual cost savings through continuous-improvement and value-engineering initiatives.
- Produced detailed HVAC layouts, 2D/3D CAD drawings, and fabrication documentation using SolidWorks / AutoCAD / Revit.
- Designed HVAC equipment from under 1 ton to 40 tons, integrating refrigeration circuits, coils, compressors, fans, motors, controls, hot-gas bypass, and reheat systems.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and specifications to support manufacturing, installation, serviceability, and field modifications.
- Performed load calculations, psychrometric testing, energy analysis, and root-cause investigations aligned with ASHRAE Standards.
- Coordinated with purchasing, manufacturing, and service teams on component selection, cost considerations, and design updates.
HVAC Service Technician
8 Months- Handle 713 service opportunities across residential and light-commercial HVAC systems, balancing diagnostics, repairs, and customer communication.
- Generate 81 qualified replacement leads by evaluating equipment condition, documenting findings, and presenting clear upgrade recommendations.
- Maintain a 2–3% callback rate by diagnosing intermittent faults accurately and completing thorough system checks before departure.
- Diagnose heat pumps, gas systems, refrigeration circuits, airflow issues, zoning controls, and electrical faults with consistent accuracy.
- Review HVAC Plans & Specifications to document scope, compare replacement options, and support customer purchasing decisions.
Apprentice Electrician
2 Years- Installed EMT, PVC, and rigid conduit for electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Developed working knowledge of electrical drawings, power distribution, wiring, grounding, and code-conscious installation practices.
- Maintained safe jobsite habits while contributing to reliable electrical work under supervisory direction.
Education
Associate of Science
Skills
HVAC Plans & Specifications • Mechanical Layouts & Fabrication Drawings • SolidWorks / AutoCAD / Revit • Equipment & Material Selection • Cost Analysis & Budget Coordination • Vendor / Contractor Collaboration • Refrigeration & Controls • Sheet Metal & Ductwork • Field Coordination • Technical Documentation • ASHRAE Standards • Continuous Improvement
Certification
EPA TYPE 2
Timeline
HVAC Service Technician
Premier Heating & Air
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Senior HVAC Engineering Designer / Senior Engineering Technician
Marvair (Airxcel)
04.2015 - 03.2026Read More
Apprentice Electrician
Wilde’s Electric
01.2013 - 01.2015Read More
South Georgia Technical College
Associate of Science
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