Calvin D'Souza

Experience

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  Carleton University

  Jun 2011 - Dec 2011

  Testing and Commissioning, Student Research Internship

  • Assisted a research director in creating a durable aero-gel structure used for glazing (window) applications• Calibrated and commissioned calorimeter apparatus used for the aero-gel experiments over a month period• Modified and re-calibrated apparatus over several trials which resulted in eventual completion of calibration• Used apparatus as the strengthening mechanism for the aero-gel composition that was prepared by the Carleton University chemistry department

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  Carleton Sustainable Design Team

  Jul 2011 - Sept 2012

  Solar Decathlon Competition

  • Collaborated with a dynamic engineering team that strived in designing a winning entry 1000 ft2 net-zero home for the 2013 global Solar Decathlon Competition (Ranked 1st place in Engineering and 6th place Overall)• Performed several test cases on EnergyPlus for different types of floor materials in order to determine the best material for minimizing energy usage in the home• Utilized Google Sketch-up to update the design layout of the home• Led the team in researching innovative initiatives for future CSDT entries in the Solar Decathlon Competition: produced a technical research paper outlining the benefits and outcomes of using pre-heating technologies for future CSDT home entries Show less

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  Carleton University

  Sept 2012 - Apr 2013

  High Performance Housing Project

  • Project objective: to validate the testing apparatus that was used to analyze the thermal performance of wall samples• Led my team in designing, testing, and analyzing the thermal performance of a commonly used insulation material sample(sample was tested using the testing apparatus)• Designed the instrumentation of the sample using freehand drawing techniques and PowerPoint• Tested and modified the instrumentation of the sample accordingly over a period of 2 weeks (used an infrared camera to detect and recommend appropriate design modifications)• Used a data acquisition system to collect the data of the sample for the many trials conducted over the test period• Analyzed the collected data and charted the analyzed results of the sample using Excel spreadsheet software• Verified validity of testing apparatus by comparing the analyzed results of the sample with the tested industry standard for that sample• Presented findings to specialists from industry which resulted in commendation from specialists• Wrote a comprehensive final report in findings for the use of next year's students Show less

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  Loblaw Companies Limited

  May 2013 - Dec 2014

  Customer Service Cashier

  • Assisting customers at the front end of the store• Organizing and loading store products onto the store shelves• Ensuring that the highest priority was given to customer service and satisfaction• Responded and managed unexpected situations and ensured that business ran as usual with minimum disruption• Resolved customer complaints with diplomacy• Commended by managers on a regular basis for going above and beyond expectations

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  LG Building Group

  Apr 2014 - Oct 2014

  Building Systems Drafter

  • Reviewing engineering drawings outlining the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) services for the National Arts Center facility• Updating floor plan designs (i.e. sewer system layouts, conduit plans, etc.) using AutoCAD• Maintaining and organizing database information on various electrical systems in the facility

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  Internat Energy Solutions Canada

  Dec 2014 - Dec 2018

  Engineering Design Consultant

  • Worked alongside a dedicated team in the planning, execution and management of several design projects• Created and updated engineering design drawings for existing building retrofits• Used AutoCAD to outline mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection services• Employed problem solving skills during design development stage of projects• Assisted in administrative-related work for projects, such as contract documentation, change orders and payment certificates• Visited project sites and engaged in conflict resolution throughout various phases of implementation• Produced up-to-date status reports on project work for clients• Initiated and maintained a high level of communication between various parties in order to ensure success of projects Show less

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  TC Wellness

  Feb 2019 - now

  Operations Coordinator
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  Government of Canada

  Sept 2022 - now

  Citizens Services Officer