Joseph Nash Reeves, EIT, CSWP

Work Experience

Wilson & Girgenti – Austin, TX | 3/2024 – 11/2024

Conducted in-depth project site visits and surveys to document existing architectural mechanical conditions for demolition and redesign considerations.
Performed thermal load calculations to determine airflow optimization considerations for MEP design for universities, hospitals, commercial, and residential buildings using CHVAC Calc software.
Created and updated mechanical details, specifications, and schedules for air handling units and air devices based on project-specific needs and constraints.
Utilized AutoCAD to design mechanical systems for commercial and residential buildings.
Worked closely with architects and electrical engineers for extensive inter-disciplinary design harmony.

Bowman Consulting – KTA – Herndon, VA | 4/2022 – 6/2023

Performed thermal load calculations to determine airflow optimization considerations for MEP design for both commercial and residential buildings using Trane Trace.
Used Revit MEP to design and draft ductwork for commercial and residential buildings based on thermal load calculations.
Analyzed existing ductwork and plumbing systems for refinement, redesign, or demolition considerations.
Worked closely with project managers to provide feedback and engineering design considerations.

Engineered Composite Systems – Environmental Solutions – Belton, TX | 8/2018 – 1/2022

Utilized airflow and structural calculations to design, modify, and draft complete Fiber-Reinforced Plastic (FRP) pollution control systems using SolidWorks, SolidWorks Routing, SolidWorks Simulation, and AutoCAD.
Analyzed customer needs to implement design considerations for air purification vessels and accompanying ductwork.
Generated detailed engineering and fabrication drawings for FRP part production, in-field assembly, and welding.
Analyzed prior systems for future refinement and redesign considerations.
Modified existing parts and assemblies for more efficient in-field usage and production.
Performed on-site oversight of system installation.
Collaborated closely with project managers to provide feedback on engineering design considerations.

Atec, Inc. – Houston, TX | 8/2017 - 12/2017

Designed and modified parts for jet engine thrust stands and load test fixtures using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Conducted heat and mass transfer calculations for test cell power requirements.
Contacted third-party manufacturers for purchasing aerospace parts.
Tested and assembled electromechanical systems relevant to thrust stand design.
Performed on-site thrust stand installation at government facilities/Air Force bases.

Certification	Details	Date
Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Skillset	Advanced Drawing Tools, Weldment Design, Sheet Metal Design, Mold Design	6/2021
Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP)	Mechanical Design	5/2021
Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)	Mechanical Design	1/2018
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)	Mechanical Engineering	11/2016

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Project Preview	Description	Tools Used
Start Presentation Watch Nash deliver an interactive walkthrough of an assembly he designed in SolidWorks to tackle a unique design challenge.
	Industrial Scale Air Purification System Optimized airflow design for industrial applications with 40% energy reduction	SolidWorks
	Detailed Component Drawing 3D modeling for damper with precision tolerances	SolidWorks
	Pre-filter Component Pre-filter component drawing with integration	SoldWorks
	Air Purification Scrubber Vessel Component Air Purification Scrubber Vessel Component Drawing	SolidWorks
	Exhaust Stack Component Exhaust Stack Component Drawing	SolidWorks
Start Presentation Watch Nash Nash showcases the full assembly and its moving parts.
	Sheet Metal Design Sheet Metal Lunch Box Assembly Design Project	SolidWorks
Start Presentation Watch Nash as he demonstrates how he uses the SolidWorks Sheet Metal Application to create the handle for an aluminum lunchbox.
	Sheet Metal Design Sheet Metal Lunch Box Handle Design Project	SolidWorks
Start Presentation Watch Nash as he demonstrates how he uses the SolidWorks Sheet Metal Application to create the base component for an aluminum lunchbox.
	Sheet Metal Design Sheet Metal Lunch Box Base Design Project	SolidWorks
Start Presentation Watch Nash as he demonstrates how he uses the SolidWorks Sheet Metal Application to create the lid component for an aluminum lunchbox.
	Sheet Metal Design Sheet Metal Lunch Box Lid Design Project	SolidWorks