Janet A. Lawrence

Advent Engineering Services, Inc.
Senior Engineer

Professional Qualification Summary

Mrs. Lawrence has over four years of nuclear industry experience in the areas of mechanical engineering, HVAC design, and environmental qualification (EQ) and five years of additional related technical experience. Areas of expertise include design modifications, design layout, HVAC analysis, and resolution of complex interdisciplinary design issues.

Education

BSARCH Architecture and Urban Planning, University of Michigan

Experience

2007 - Present Senior Engineer, Advent Engineering Services, Inc. - Performed Owner Acceptance Reviews (OAR) of vendor documents, architectural drawings and specifications for door procurement in support of building turnover. This latter task required validation reviews of fire, security, quality, and severe weather withstand requirements and her efforts resulted in significant cost savings and value to the client (from correcting errors and resolving inconsistencies). Assisted with the disposition of a Non-Conformance Report associated with re-bar vendor drawings.
2002 - 2005 Physics and Physical Science Teacher, Mattawan Consolidated Schools, Mattawan, Michigan.
2000 - 2001 Substitute and Intern Teacher,Portage Central High School, Mattawan Consolidated Schools.
1981 - 1985 Mechanical Engineer, Bechtel Power Corporation - Ann Arbor, Michigan. Lead mechanical engineer for design modifications on operating nuclear power plants including HVAC, fire protection and EQ valve replacement. Originated and checked design calculations for heat loss/heat gain, ductwork static pressure loss, and sound pressure level. Worked on specification and procurement of HVAC equipment. Closed out design change packages, updating all affected drawings and documents associated with the modification. Prepared the procedures and performed walkdowns at the plant site. Prepared correspondence to clients, venders, and field construction.
1980 - 1981 Drafter for the Mechanical and Civil Engineering Departments.
1977, 1978 Drafter, Engineering Services - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor.

Professional Achievements, Affiliations & Awards

  • LeBlond & Associates 10 CFR 50.59 Certification (2007)
  • Michigan State Board of Education Provisional Certificate - Secondary Level for Physics and Mathematics (2001)
  • Western Michigan University Dean's List in the College of Arts and Sciences (2000)
  • Michigan Test for Teacher Certification for Physics and Mathematics (2000)
  • Completed Architects Qualifying Test (1980) Parts B, C and D: Structural Technology, Materials and Methods of Construction, Environmental Control Systems.