Mechanical Systems for Buildings: Tom Atkins

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Have you ever considered that buildings are more than just a structure?  In fact, buildings have complicated systems that help the building achieve its design goals.  These include systems for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and more!  Engineers design these systems so that buildings can be functional, safe, and energy efficient.

In this episode we sit down with Tom Atkins to learn about his career as a mechanical engineer.  Tom spent close to 40 years working in consulting and retired as a Vice-President in the Buildings Group at Stantec.  During his career he worked on a number of large building projects.  In this conversation, he talks about his background in mechanical engineering and some of the projects he worked on.  He also offers advice to young people thinking about a career in engineering.