Consulting – Specifying Engineer

Across disciplines, the 2026 40 Under 40 winners are consistently drawn to work that makes buildings safer, more resilient, more efficient and more humane. Their work is technical and the underlying motivation is both civic and human: protect occupants, improve oper...

Alec Zimmermann is the co-owner and principal electrical engineer of Zona. With 12 years of experience in the consulting engineering industry, he has built a reputation for technical expertise, leadership, creativity and a strong commitment to client success. Since cofounding Zona in 2022, Zimmermann has helped establish the firm as a respected presence in the region, guiding...

With a decade of experience in design engineering and project management, Stephen Wisniewski collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to specify equipment selections that meet system load requirements. His expertise includes heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system design for hydronic and airside systems, along with the layout of ductwork, piping and major equ...

Asrar Wasay has nine years of experience designing large-scale building projects in New York City, with a focus on electrification, decarbonization and net-zero initiatives. At IMEG’s New York City office, he leads multidisciplinary teams on complex projects for public-sector clients, including the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA). His wor...

A director with Jensen Hughes’ Industrial and Process safety group, Christopher Unangst leads a team of more than 15 engineers supporting clients across the United States. With nearly two decades of experience in safety engineering, he specializes in combustible dust hazard analyses, process hazard analyses, hazardous materials safety and industrial hygiene. Known for his ser...