Samuel J.
Professional license Civil and Structural Engineer
About
My expertise spans Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, HVAC Design, Fire Protection Engineering, Solar PV Design, Urban Planning, BIM Modeling, and Architectural Design. I combine technical knowledge with advanced engineering software to produce high-quality drawings, calculations, reports, and construction documents that are practical, efficient, and ready for execution.
I provide comprehensive engineering and drafting services including 2D AutoCAD drafting, 3D architectural modeling, BIM coordination, permit drawings, construction documents, structural detailing, shop drawings, civil engineering plans, grading plans, site development plans, utility layouts, drainage systems, stormwater management, road design, foundation plans, retaining walls, structural framing, beam calculations, slab designs, steel detailing, reinforced concrete detailing, and engineering calculations.
As a licensed professional, I understand the importance of precision, safety, and compliance. Every project is developed with close attention to applicable building codes, engineering standards, and client requirements. My goal is to deliver documentation that minimizes revisions, supports smooth permit approvals, and assists contractors during construction.
My architectural services include 2D floor plans, architectural drafting, residential house plans, luxury home design, commercial building layouts, renovation plans, remodeling drawings, additions, garage conversions, ADUs, duplexes, triplexes, apartment layouts, office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, warehouses, healthcare facilities, educational buildings, and mixed-use developments. I also create realistic 3D architectural models and renderings to help clients visualize their projects before construction begins.
In civil engineering, I prepare site plans, grading and drainage plans, earthwork calculations, utility coordination, roadway layouts, stormwater systems, erosion control plans, subdivision layouts, parking lot designs, infrastructure planning, land development drawings, and civil construction documents. My civil drafting services are prepared using industry best practices to support permitting and construction activities.
My structural engineering experience covers structural analysis, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), FEM analysis, structural calculations, structural framing, steel structures, reinforced concrete structures, timber structures, industrial buildings, warehouses, retaining walls, foundations, slabs, columns, beams, roof framing, seismic considerations, wind load analysis, and structural shop drawings. I develop safe, economical, and efficient structural solutions while maintaining compliance with engineering codes and standards.
For mechanical engineering projects, I produce mechanical drawings, fabrication drawings, manufacturing drawings, equipment layouts, mechanical assemblies, industrial product designs, piping layouts, thermal systems, hydraulics, thermal hydraulics, and engineering documentation. I also perform engineering analysis to optimize performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
My electrical engineering services include electrical design, electrical schematic drawings, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, lighting layouts, power distribution systems, load calculations, electrical drafting, and engineering documentation. I also provide electronic prototyping and engineering design support for a wide variety of technical projects.
I specialize in HVAC engineering, offering Manual J load calculations, duct layouts, HVAC equipment sizing, ventilation systems, heating and cooling design, commercial HVAC plans, residential HVAC layouts, and permit-ready mechanical drawings. My HVAC designs focus on energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and compliance with local mechanical codes.
My fire protection expertise includes fire sprinkler drawings, fire protection layouts, sprinkler shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, fire alarm coordination, standpipe layouts, and permit-ready fire protection documentation prepared according to recognized industry standards and project requirements.
In renewable energy, I prepare Solar PV permit plans, photovoltaic system layouts, rooftop solar designs, electrical interconnection drawings, equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, and installation documentation for residential and commercial solar projects
Experience
- Senior Civil & Structural Engineer A D Design Architects and Interior Designers · Freelance Apr 2023 – Present 3 yrs 3 mos United States
Education
- Oxford Brookes University Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Civil and structural engineering, First Class Honours 2010 – 2016 Activities and Societies: Civil Engineering Society, Structural Engineering Club, Engineering Design Projects, AutoCAD & BIM Training, STEM Outreach, Sustainable Infrastructure Research. Studied Civil and Structural Engineering with a focus on structural analysis, reinforced concrete and steel design, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, hydraulics, construction management, and engineering design. Developed proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM, structural analysis, technical drafting, and engineering calculations through academic coursework and practical design projects.
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Joined: July 24, 2026
Last seen: July 24, 2026
Languages
English Full professional proficiency
French Full professional proficiency
Spanish Full professional proficiency
German Full professional proficiency
Location
Buffalo, NY, United States