Alex Zawacki, EIT

Experience

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  Solar Gators

  May 2017 - Jan 2018

  Build Team Member

  • Successfully built and raced a solar-powered car for the 2017 Formula Sun Gran Prix competition• Acted in design, manufacturing and building of solar car mechanisms including the battery box, crush zone, fiberglass chassis, and various steel and aluminum mechanical parts in accordance with FSGP competition regulations and guidelines • Utilized milling and lathe techniques extensively to manufacture and design solar car parts, specifically parts pertaining to the suspension and chassis with a focus on safety and testing for use in competition Show less

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  INSPIRED ENERGY, LLC

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Mechanical Intern

  • Fully redesigned and updated hundreds of proprietary AutoCAD assembly drawings of battery packs by integrating current manufacturing processes into assembly drawings and updating BOMs to meet current design specifications and helping to instruct employees on proper use and safety procedures • Wrote and researched Cost-Return analysis on improving production processes and evaluation of yearly savings in excess of $8,000 and organized multiple demonstrations with material suppliers and machine sellers for research and production purposes • Worked with other engineers and employees on the manufacturing floor about improving current manufacturing processes and efficiency of battery cell pack production in addition to updating AutoCAD drawings and designs as well as providing manufacturing support Show less

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  Southeast Cabinetry and Countertops

  Jan 2020 - Mar 2021

  Installer

  • Provided logistical, manufacturing, and installation support for residential construction• Ensured compliance with local building codes for both large apartment buildings and homes

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  Ci-Mech Engineering, LLC.

  Mar 2021 - Aug 2021

  Junior Mechanical Engineer

  Utilized Revit and AutoCAD to produce Mechanical HVAC and Plumbing engineering plans and schedules for various projects, including offices, gyms, clubhouses, restaurants, and residential settings for construction permits Calculated cooling and heating loads for conditioned spaces using Trace 3D Plus Designed and sized plumbing systems made up of cold water, hot water, sanitary, venting, and gas pipingSelected efficient mechanical and plumbing equipment for proper building usage in accordance with calculations under guidance of Professional Engineer Utilized COMcheck, REScheck, and EnergyGauge software to calculate Building Energy Conservation Code compliance based on building architectural designsEnsured and researched code compliance with Florida Building Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, and Gas Codes Applied ASHRAE and ASPE design criteria for Mechanical and Plumbing designs and calculations Show less

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  Cuhaci Peterson®

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2024

  Engineering Designer II - Mechanical

  Utilized Revit and AutoCAD to produce Mechanical HVAC and Plumbing engineering plans and schedules for various projects, including offices, retail spaces, car repair facilities, restaurants, and grocery stores for construction permitsCalculated cooling and heating loads for conditioned spaces using Carrier HAP softwareDesigned and sized plumbing systems made up of cold water, hot water, sanitary, venting, and gas pipingSelected efficient mechanical and plumbing equipment for proper building usage in accordance with calculations under guidance of Professional EngineerUtilized COMcheck software to calculate Building Energy Conservation Code compliance based on building architectural designsReviewed equipment submittals against previously scheduled equipment to evaluate compatibility and provide recommendations for owner reviewEnsured and researched code compliance with Local and State Building Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, and Gas Codes and coordinated with local permit comments and conditionsApplied ASHRAE and ASPE design criteria for Mechanical and Plumbing designs and calculations Show less