Justin Herzing is currently in his 5th year at Penn State University studying Architectural Engineering.  Justin will be graduating in May 2010 with an Integrated Bachelor and Master of Architectural Engineering degree with an emphasis in the mechanical option.  After graduation, Justin plans to work as a mechanical design engineer creating high performance mechanical systems for buildings of all types.

Justin has interned for the past three summers with Southland Industries, a leading design build mechanical contractor.  Two of the summers were spent in the mechanical design department with a team of engineers.  In this capacity, Justin was able to gain experience in building load calculations, airside design, and equipment selection.  The third summer was spent on site at a large construction project where Justin was able to gain valuable knowledge about both the mechanical and building construction process.  Mr. Herzing passed the Fundamental of Engineering exam and will gain the status of EIT upon graduation.  Justin plans to pursue earning his Professional Engineering License as well as becoming a LEED Accredited Professional.

Justin is currently serving as the President of the Penn State Student Branch of ASHRAE as well as holding an officer position within the Student Society of Architectural Engineers.  He has also been a part of Penn State’s team for the ASHRAE Student Design Competition which has received one first place entry and two second place entries.  Justin has also been a teaching assistant for two AE courses as well as representing the AE department as an Architectural Engineering Envoy.  Outside of academics, Justin enjoys playing golf as well as watching college basketball.