Shuvas Khanal

Energy Systems Engineer with 3+ years of experience in MEP system design, energy modeling, and sustainability projects. LEED Green Associate certified with expertise in HVAC design, MEP commissioning, energy-efficient solutions, and strategic project management. Proficient in advanced technical tools, including EnergyPlus, AutoCAD, ANSYS, SolidWorks, and MS Office suites. Proven leadership in managing teams and promoting sustainable and green building solutions across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. Passionate about designing and integrating emerging energy-efficient mechanical systems for buildings and industrial projects to combat climate change.

Research Engineer: Dec. 2021 – Jul. 2023 
Energy Systems and Technology Research Laboratory, Kathmandu University, Nepal 
• Led and managed research and development (R&D) projects by setting timelines, scheduling, and tracking progress to achieve the project deliverables within the time and objective. 
• Conducted energy simulation and thermal analysis of a university building using EnergyPlus and ANSYS, applying passive house design strategies for efficient design and retrofitting of classrooms with energy efficiency measures. 
• Created schematics and conceptual designs in AutoCAD, generated detailed CAD drawings (SolidWorks) for manufacturing, fabricated prototypes, and utilized ANSYS computational analysis software to optimize parametric designs for improved efficiency. 
• Performed rigorous experimental tests to validate designs, analyzed design data to identify areas for improvement, and successfully diagnosed and troubleshot product issues to determine the root causes, leading to enhanced product reliability. 
• Produced technical (proposals, synopsis, reports) as well as financial documentation utilizing Microsoft Office Suites to facilitate informed decision-making and project management. 

Course Instructor (Part-Time) Jan. 2022 – Dec. 2022 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kathmandu University, Nepal 
• Instructed Mechanical Engineering courses (Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Engineering Drawing) and mentored students in laboratories to build technical and practical skills. 

Mechanical Engineer Dec. 2020 – Dec. 2021 
VIE TEC Private Limited, Kathmandu, Nepal 
• Led a technical team of 5+ in the design, installation, and commissioning of multiple HVAC and MEP systems, ensuring the quality of project deliverables to meet regulatory compliance and customer specifications. 
• Reviewed architectural and shop drawings of complex mechanical systems provided by clients and consultants to finalize suitable project locations, ensuring alignment with building codes and standards such as IMC and ASPE. 
• Optimized AutoCAD layouts and PIDs by performing precise engineering calculations and applying principles like thermodynamics, resulting in enhanced design accuracy and efficiency for plumbing, electrical systems, and components in pools and Jacuzzis. 
• Designed, installed, and optimized heating, ventilation, and exhaust systems for saunas, steam rooms, and indoor pools and conducted performance testing using devices such as flow meters and pressure gauges to ensure compliance with safety standards. 
• Organized project planning meetings with multidiscipline technical experts, including clients and consultants, to integrate mechanical designs with structural, architectural, and electrical teams to resolve design conflicts and synchronize delivery timelines. 
• Prepared project-specific system designs and documentation, including technical and financial reports, RFIs, BOQs, and maintenance manuals. • Executed field surveys, responded to inquiries (RFIs), and conducted quality checks and site inspections, overseeing QA/QC, which significantly improved project efficiency, safety, compliance, and adherence to standards. 
• Generated $100K in sales by strategically acquiring clients, understanding their unique needs, and successfully securing high-value projects, exceeding annual sales targets.  

HVAC Design Trainee Jul. 2020 – Oct. 2020 
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel, Nepal 
• Designed a 536 kW HVAC system for a multipurpose hall, including system layout using AutoCAD, HVAC equipment sizing, and selection and placement design for optimized efficiency. 
• Developed a custom Excel tool for HVAC heating and cooling load calculations based on ASHRAE 90.1 standard utilizing E20 form

Master of Applied Science in Energy Systems Engineering: Sep. 2023 – Apr 2025
 Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL 
Major Courses: Engineering Analysis, Thermodynamics, Energy Economics and Policy, CFD, Energy Storage, Fund. of Energy Systems 

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering: Aug. 2016 – Dec.2020 
Kathmandu University (KU), Dhulikhel, Nepal 
Major Courses: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Renewable Energy, Control Systems, Statistics