the Net Positive effect
Balancing design innovation with evolving building needs for the NET POSITIVE advancement of community and experience.
Community
Our mission is to improve the environment and well being of the central valley through innovation and service.
Millions of people call the central valley home, but they face several major challenges: We have some of the harshest environments in terms of heat, air quality and water availability, while also having some of the most stringent regulatory energy requirements in the United States. The means to make the necessary changes to address these challenges can be daunting, especially with extreme poverty rates in the Central Valley.
The Net Positive mission is to never settle for the world the way it is, but to embrace challenges as opportunities to make a difference, through innovation when appropriate, but more-so through service opportunities to support the missions of others.
Are you a 501(c)(3) looking for Mechanical Engineering Consulting in Central California? If so, please contact us to see where we may be able to assist.
Experience
The Net Positive Experience is first based on maximizing the client experience through transparency, responsiveness, and responsibility. We work with your team to customize a design approach that’s suited to your unique parameters; whether that’s addressing existing site restraints, working with the local enforcement agents, or even working with your unique funding opportunities.
Secondly, just like no two projects are the same, the Engineers at Net Positive recognize that no two user groups are the same. Users come in the form of both occupants and those tasked with maintaining the systems we design. As such, we work to understand, to design accordingly, and to educate without bias.
Finding a balanced solution that meets the needs for all involved, while also being energy and fiscally responsible is a great challenge. This challenge will ever be present. It’s what we’re consistently striving to reach further for, to embrace the rigor and hard work, and to ensure that the Net Positive Experience is had by all.
History
Net Positive was started by Jonathan Schlundt in 2021 with the goal of providing engineering with a purpose to serve. Jonathan is a registered Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) in California, Nevada, Wisconsin, and Idaho; a LEED accredited professional; an active member of East Fresno Rotary and ASHRAE-San Joaquin Chapter; a Fresno State Alumni; and a 2020 recipient of BD+C magazines top 40-under-40.
Jonathan C. Schlundt, P.E.
President/ Mechanical Engineer
BSME @ CSU Fresno
Previous Experience:
- Design Build 2006 – 2013 (Strategic Mechanical and Lyles Mechanical)
- Consulting Engineer: 2013 – 2021 (TETER AE)
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “I enjoy working with my fellow East Fresno Rotarians on local community projects; and I love wood working and painting as a creative outlet.”
Hannah Brigdon, P.E.
Mechanical Engineer
BSME @ CSU Fresno
Previous Experience:
- Consulting Engineer: 2013 – 2021 (Lawrence Nye Anderson and TETER AE)
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “I am very passionate about the work I do as a volunteer care ministry facilitator with my church.”
Laura Schlundt
Business Manager
BS @ CSU Fresno
Previous Experience
- 2014-2021 Sanger Unified School District
- 2010-2014 MBS Accountancy
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “I enjoy the great outdoors, traveling and camping whenever I can.”
Jack Davis
Senior Designer
Over 40 years of experience in Design-Build for Mechanical and Plumbing systems throughout Central and Norther California.
Breahna Shahan
Mechanical Engineer in Training (EIT)
BSME @ CSU Fresno
Previous Experience
- 2022 Graduate from CSU Fresno
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “Confidently good player at saxophone, traveling around for various invitational and competitive orchestras… several times placing first.”
Jarrett Steele
Mechanical Engineer in Training (EIT)
BSME @ CSU Fresno
Previous Experience
- Engineering drafting, design and project management at various companies 2016-2022
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “In my spare time I enjoy making music of different forms including sound design thru electronic instruments… or playing piano and drums.”
Matthew Ilagan
Mechanical Engineer in Training (EIT)
BSME @ San Diego State University
Previous Experience
- 2019 – Fire systems engineering intern at Matson Alarm.
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “I take pleasure in taking care of my exotic pets at home and making time to go hiking with friends.”
Adriana Velasquez
BIM Technician
Previous Experience:
- Drafting and Plumbing Design: 2012 – 2021 (Baskin Mechanical Engineers)
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “I’m very proud of my involvement and volunteer work at Arte Americas.”
Kharma Garcia
Drafter and CSU Fresno Student
Previous Experience:
- Drafting and HVAC Design: 2019 – 2021 (JNL Mechanical)
Rick Schoenwald
CA Manager
Bachelor of Architecture @ Cal Poly – San Luis Obispo
Previous Experience
- 40+ years of experience in K-12, Retired Architect
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “My personal passions are traveling, photography, cooking, Classic Rock and community, national and international service as a proud, four-decade long member of the East Fresno Rotary Club.”
Nico DeGiorgio
CxA and CA Engineer
BS @ Cal Poly – San Luis Obispo
Previous Experience
- 5+ Years in HVAC&R with focus on solving client energy, procurement, and custom-solution needs.
- Past President – ASHRAE San Joaquin Chapter
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “I have a special appreciation for Science, Nature, and Philosophy. Some of my hobbies include snowboarding, sporting clays, tennis, beer tasting, hiking, and camping.”
Cynthia Guzman-Beahm
Administrative Assistant
Cal State University Long Beach & University of Washington
Previous Experience
- 10+ Years in Education (Sanger Unified) and Marketing
Passion or Hobby outside of the office:
- “My family is #1 in my life. I love going on adventures with them. I’m also a watercolor artist/illustrator with a passion for all things creative.”
