Prashant Panchal
Stone Mountain
Summary
Mechanical engineering professional with proven track record of delivering high-quality mechanical designs and solutions. Effective at collaborating within teams to meet project goals while adapting to changing requirements. Known for analytical thinking, results-driven approach, and attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Newcomb & Boyd, LLP
01.2023 - 12.2025
- I have made detailed project specific work plans for SD, DD, CD, and CA phases.
- I have assigned and delegated work plan tasks to junior engineers.
- I have facilitated and actively participated in external and internal multi-disciplinary coordination.
- I have actively participated in BIM coordination meetings with the architect and the contractor.
- I have provided space planning in mechanical plants and detailing of the mechanical room layouts during all phases of the project.
- I have successfully performed airside, waterside, and steam system calculations.
- I have written and edited project specifications using word, SpecBuilder, and Speclink software.
- I have written design narratives based on project specific and owner specific design criteria.
- I have provided in-depth guidance to junior engineers.
- I have provided design review comments using Bluebeam and Bluebeam Studio Session to junior engineers.
- I have extensive knowledge of modeling, designing, and drafting HVAC systems in Revit and BIM-360.
- I have professional experience with Revit, Bluebeam, Autodesk cloud, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD-MEP, Trane Trace 700, and IESVE(3D load modeling software).
- I have produced design documents for a variety of building types such as dormitories, student center, classroom, high-rise apartments, office building, mixed-use high-rise, museum, hospital, warehouse, restaurant/dining, and MDF/IDF room.
- I am proficient in various calculation such as heat load, duct design, piping design, energy efficiency(ComCheck), ventilation air, building pressurization, static pressure, pump head, steam pressure reducing valve, steam vents, expansion tanks, etc.
- I have also worked closely with various equipment sales representatives to get desired equipment for the project.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Salas O’Brien
02.2020 - 01.2023
- I have designed HVAC system for commercial, residential, mixed-use high-rise, tenant improvement projects, warehouses, restaurants, and hotels.
- I have developed air and water distribution system layouts, specifying and scheduling mechanical equipment, perform engineering calculations using industry software, Excel, and Trane Trace.
- I am very detailed in surveying existing and new building mechanical and plumbing systems, documentation, writing narrative, and resolving conflicts.
- I reviewed construction administration submittals for compliance with contract document specs and write narrative.
- I have experience in interdisciplinary coordination within the organization.
- I have effectively communicated design intent and options to a diverse group (i.e., architects, developers, owners, contractors, and subcontractors).
- I have successfully completed all assigned projects within budget and schedule. I assisted other teams on their assignments to meet their deadlines.
- I have knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
- I have experience in green building compliance, LEED documentation, Com-Check.
HVAC Design Engineer (Intern & Full-Time)
Nova HVAC Systems Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 06.2017
- I have performed various calculations such as heat load, psychometric, AHU sizing, and duct design.
- I have produced design documents for residential units, production facilities, offices, retail stores.
- I have designed and drafted ductwork Revit & AutoCAD.
- I have coordinated with architects during all the design phases(submittals, RFIs, budget estimation, equipment selection).
- I have read and applied local regulatory construction codes and standards to the project.
- I have scheduled site visits to verify new and existing construction.
Design Engineer (Intern)
ATUL Auto (Jamnagar) Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 06.2015
- I have performed engineering calculations to design automotive pump parts & generated 2D/3D model.
- I utilized PTC Creo and SolidWorks for the 3D modeling.
- I studied the manufacturing of Individual parts, documented BOM, and summarized technical reports.
- I have performed FEM analysis to determine the failure mode of the product.
Education
MS - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.2019
BS - Mechanical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
Rajkot, India01.2016
Skills
- Revit, AutoCAD MEP, Trane Trace700, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Solid Works, Creo Parametric
- HVAC system designs
- Mentoring and training
- Complex problem solver
- Design reviews
- Piping design
- Engineering calculations
- Equipment selection
- Collaboration and communication
- Integrity and accountability
Accomplishments
- Successfully collaborated with 4 internal teams to finish a large federal building renovation.
- Successfully coordinated large underground chilled water campus mains with existing underground utilities for a university in Atlanta.
- I provided design drawings with well coordinated mechanical plant space including all necessary clearances to avoid conflicts.
Certification
- E.I.T. Certification (FE Mechanical); https://account.ncees.org/rn/2041877-1224266-4f2407c
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certified; Management Strategy Institute, US
- Diploma Certification in AutoCAD; CADD Center, Rajkot, India
- Creo Parametric diploma Certification; CADD Center, Rajkot, India
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Sustainable building design
- Project Management
- Smart AI integration
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Newcomb & Boyd, LLP
01.2023 - 12.2025
Mechanical Design Engineer
Salas O’Brien
02.2020 - 01.2023
HVAC Design Engineer (Intern & Full-Time)
Nova HVAC Systems Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 06.2017
Design Engineer (Intern)
ATUL Auto (Jamnagar) Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 06.2015
BS - Mechanical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
MS - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Florida