Our Team.
With over 90 years of cumulative experience, our team at MVE is able to take on a wide range of projects with absolute confidence and pride.
Mike McLellan, P.Eng.
Owner | Principal Mechanical Engineer
Mike is a Professional Engineer, having obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Systems Engineering from Conestoga in 2007 and continuing his education to P.Eng. He has over 10 years of experience in consulting and has been responsible for leading the mechanical design and project management for a variety of commercial, institutional and industrial projects. Mike brings a thorough understanding of mechanical systems and uses his expertise to provide clients with professional, efficient and quality designs.
Gino Vitella, P.Eng
Owner | Principal Electrical Engineer
Gino is a Professional Engineer, having obtained a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Western University in 2004. He has over 18 years of expertise working for three engineering consulting firms and this has allowed him to gain a wide range of electrical engineering/design and construction administration experience. Gino brings his superior leadership and professionalism, effective communication skills, and exceptional attention to detail to every project he completes.
Heather Vario, M.A.A.T.O.
Project Manager | Senior Design and Drafting
Heather is an Architectural Technologist, having obtained her Diploma of Architectural Technology from Fanshawe College in 1997. She has over 25 years of experience working in a multi-discipline engineering firm, and she has gained a wide variety of experience in project management, the Ontario Building Code, and civil, structural, and architectural design. Heather can work efficiently with other disciplines to create drawings for the entire project, resulting in a well-planned, cohesive design.
Chris Kendall
Project Manager | Sr. Electrical Designer
Chris is a Project Manager and Electrical Designer, having obtained his Electronics Engineering Diploma from Humber College in 1996. He has over 27 years of electrical estimating and design experience in the institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors. His wealth of knowledge allows him to foresee issues that could arise during the construction phase, which helps streamline the design process. Chris is a team player with a passion and expertise for electrical systems, which leads to quality, thorough, and cost-effective designs for our customers.
Shawn Maguire
Senior Mechanical Designer
Shawn is a Senior Mechanical Designer, having obtained his diploma in Architectural Technology from Fanshawe College in 2009. He has over 14 years of experience working in a multi-discipline engineering firm. He is very knowledgeable in the modeling of building envelopes and completing heat loss calculations to select the appropriate mechanical equipment, and well versed in the development, and detailed design of building system layouts as related to H.V.A.C. and Plumbing systems.
