Alderson Engineering - Biographies

	Chris Louie
	Mechanical Design Engineer / Project Manager

Education:

• Drexel University - Mechanical Engineering
• Community College of Philadelphia – Engineering Science
• Plumbing Design School - PA Chapter of American Society of Sanitary Engineering

Work Experience: Chris has practiced as a consulting mechanical engineer with AEI since 1997. Since joining AEI, his work experience includes design of HVAC and plumbing systems for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial applications. The wide diversity of Commercial work includes: Educational, Geothermal, Healthcare, Bank, Retail, and Athletic projects.

Prior to joining AEI, Chris gained cooperative work experience in the facilities management departments of the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Highlights of Work Experience:

Naval Square; Philadelphia, PA - Construction Completion 2006
HVAC design for 1st Phase of a 20-Acre community of residential buildings, which include 800 condominiums and townhomes. The centerpiece to this site is the Annex addition and restoration of Biddle Hall, which served as the U.S. Naval Academy and nation’s first retirement home in the early 19th century. The original building was designed by William Strickland in 1826.

The Moland House, Warwick Township, PA – Construction Completion 2003
HVAC and plumbing design for the restoration of a mid-18th century stone farmhouse. The House served as George Washington’s headquarters during the Continental Army encampment in August of 1777 and is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.

Ripken Stadium; Aberdeen, MD - Construction Completion 2002
HVAC design for the new 6000-seat New York-Penn League baseball stadium for the Maryland Stadium Authority. This is the home of the Aberdeen IronBirds, Class A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.

Philadelphia Zoo Gift Shop, Philadelphia, PA - Construction Completion 2001
HVAC and plumbing design for the renovation of the zoo’s gift shop. The shop is heated and air conditioned by geothermal energy and also features vibrantly colored cloth ductwork for air distribution and aesthetics. Chris has also designed HVAC and plumbing upgrades to the restroom facilities located throughout the park.

Large luxurious residential homes, 1997 to present
HVAC design for new, existing, and renovated homes up to 20,000 sq.ft.. In addition to conventional HVAC systems, the following specialties have been designed for these homes: Geothermal, Energy Recovery, Humidification, and Dehumidification.

Personal Highlights:

Chris enjoys spending family time with his wife and two daughters. Other interests include: attending concerts, theater, and sporting events.