Christopher P. Horvath ChristopherPHorvath.com ● +61 450 793 121 ● cphorvath21@gmail.com _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Mechanical Engineer Specializing in Energy Systems with a strong educational background in a variety of energy technologies both established and emerging. Motivated individual with the ability to bring enthusiasm and a positive yet realistic outlook to the energy field. Integrates creative and outside-the-box ideas into solving problems. Excels while working with a team of motivated individuals as well as completing individual tasks. Has a passion for working with his hands to build, modify, or troubleshoot various systems. Comfortable presenting in formal or casual situations and communicating with new people. Key Skills Include: • Data Processing, Interpretation, and Presentation • Strong Renewable Energy Background • Thermodynamic Technology Evaluation • Knowledge of HVAC Systems, Lighting, & Controls • Basic Electrical, Carpentry, & Construction Skills • Analysis of Energy Usage, Efficiency, & Conservation
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Creative Problem Solving & Brainstorming Hands-on Projects Active Team Player Strong Oral & Written Communication Conversational Greek & Spanish Customer, Supplier, & Tradesmen Interaction
Computer Software: TRNSYS; Engineering Equation Solver; Pro Engineer; Catia; Matlab; CoilDesigner, MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Project; Macromedia Dreamweaver, Flash EDUCATION Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Focus in Thermal, Fluid, and Energy Sciences University of Maryland, College Park, MD, United States (GPA 3.62)
2012
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Minor in Energy Systems, Summa Cum Laude Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, United States (GPA 3.91)
2010
Dean’s List Member of Mechanical Engineering Honor Society, Pi Tau Sigma Member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Award for Excellence by a Mechanical Engineering Senior Kin-Nee Tong Memorial Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement of a Freshman Engineering Student
2006 - 2010 2010 2007
ADVANCED/SPECIALIZED COURSEWORK • • • •
Energy Conversion Energy Efficiency & Conservation Engineering Economics & Technology Evaluation Renewable Energy Technologies
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Solar Thermal Energy Systems Environmental Risk Analysis Gas Turbine Engineering Combustion & Reacting Flows
WORK EXPERIENCE Energy Solutions Engineer April 2014 - Present COzero, Sydney, NSW, Australia • Monitor electricity use, perform energy audits, and communicate recommendations for energy saving opportunities at commercial buildings, golf clubs, restaurants, pubs, and gyms • Ongoing feature and core development of EnergyLink, our energy management platform • Management and training of solar metering and billing, support desk content, and network tariff database Bicycle Mechanic November 2012 – February 2013, August 2013 - Present Cyclery Northside, Chatswood, NSW, Australia • Assemble new bicycles, repair, maintain, & rebuild customer bikes • Work with a variety of MTB, road, & hybrid brands and materials including aluminium, steel, & carbon fibre • Provide phone assistance, point of sales, customer service, recommend services, bikes, & appropriate merchandise Experimental Hybrid Absorption/ Vapour Compression System August 2011 – May 2012 Center for Environmental Energy Engineering (CEEE), College Park, MD, US • Design & develop an experimental absorption system for a proprietary working fluid pair, to test absorption and desorption properties of fluid interactions • Utilized CHEMCAD, EES, & CoilDesigner software to model & design experiment
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Sized, identified, quoted, and ordered necessary components and instrumentation from manufacturers Assembled frame, placed components, designed interconnections, brazed connecting pipes
General Electric & Army Sponsored Cogeneration Research September 2010 - July 2011 Center for Environmental Energy Engineering (CEEE), College Park, MD, US • Design cogeneration system to replace existing electrically driven vapour compression systems for an off-grid, high ambient temperature application • Developed strategies to address crystallization issue of absorption chillers operating at high ambient temperatures • Modelled transient simulations and determined the potential fuel, weight, and size savings, 34-37%, 11-19%, and 3-10% respectively, of the proposed cogeneration system over the existing system NSF Fuel Cell Research Experience for Undergraduates May 2008 - August 2008 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State College, Blacksburg, VA, US • National research program enabling innovative undergraduate research projects at local universities • Proved the feasibility of using Ionic Polymer-Metal Composites as a residual stress sensor for the Proton Exchange Membrane of a Fuel Cell through individual project • Presented research findings in a written technical paper and oral presentation Precision Electrical Services May 2007 - August 2007 Ocean, NJ, US • A small electricians team of four people addressing residential and small commercial customer needs • Installed switches, outlets, light fixtures, appliances; wired rooms, snaked walls RELATED PROJECTS Residential & Commercial Energy Audits September - December 2010 University of Maryland, College Park, MD, US • Recommend energy saving measures based upon utility history, onsite property inspection, and financial analysis • Inspected existing building envelope, lighting, automation, appliances, HVAC, and hot water systems • Uncovered residential energy savings of up to 30% with under 5 year payback, and commercial savings of $70,000+ per year with payback under 2 years Self-Sustaining Street Lamp, Interdisciplinary Design Team September 2009 - May 2010 Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, US • Design a fully integrated, off-grid street light powered by wind and solar energy • Integrated interdisciplinary, aesthetic design of LEDs, solar panel, and novel vertical axis wind turbine • Sized the system; matched lighting requirements with energy storage, generator, solar cells, rotor geometry, housing geometry, interconnections, and built the prototype with off-the-shelf components • Recipient of George Farnell Senior Design Award INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE IAESTE Internship, at TU Clausthal in Germany July 2012 – September 2012 • Participation through a worldwide organization, alongside other international students in a German workplace • Implemented a new tool for consistent measurement of carbon fiber through-thickness permeability Language and Cultural Study in Cyprus June 2009 - August 2009 • Spent two months learning the Greek language with written and oral lessons while exploring Cypriot culture • Worked at a local business, Krypto Security Systems, carrying out clerical work of filing, sorting, basic accounting, and other tasks in a primarily Greek language environment Study Abroad in London September 2008 - June 2009 • Integrated for a full academic year into a British university, established friendships with international students, and organized trips to various European countries • Gained insight and understanding into social, educational, business, and political perspectives VOLUNTEERING WAER Syracuse DJ September 2009 - May 2010 Syracuse, NY, US • Prepared, arranged, played, and announced the music for a weekly show at the local Jazz radio station
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City Karting Project September 2008 - December 2008 City University of London, UK • Facilitated the learning, interest, and participation of local young students in building and driving go-karts • Built practical knowledge of mechanical and engine systems relevant to vehicular systems INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES • • • • • •
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Engineers Australia, Sydney 2013 - Present Association of Energy Engineers, UMD chapter 2010 - 2012 Bicycle mechanics, maintenance, and riding 2010 - Present Outing Club 2007 - 2008, 2009 - 2010 Syracuse University Basketball Pep Band 2007 - 2008, 2009 - 2010 Music - Learning to play the trumpet & participating in the Concert Band 2006 - Present Ceramics, Jazz, Woodworking, General Home Improvement, World Cultures, & Greek Folk Dancing