A&J CONSULTING ENGINEERING

Designing with Tomorrow in Mind

EST. 1988 New Jersey
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Who We Are

Founded in 1988, A&J Consulting has delivered innovative MEP and fire protection engineering solutions across diverse markets—from healthcare, educational, commercial and government facilities to residential developments. Our team of licensed professional engineers brings decades of collective experience to every project, ensuring designs that are efficient, code-compliant, and built for long-term performance.

Our approach is simple: we listen. We listen to our clients, we listen to the building, and we listen to the data. By understanding the full picture before we design, we create systems that work—not just on paper, but in practice. Every solution we deliver is grounded in engineering rigor and shaped by real-world insight.

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Leadership

Raymond Wong, PE, CEM

Principal

Raymond Wong brings over three decades of engineering leadership to A&J Consulting. As Principal, he oversees firm strategy, client relationships, and technical excellence across all project disciplines. His career spans mechanical engineering design for healthcare, education, and commercial facilities throughout the Northeast.

PE: NJ, NY, PA, FL, MD • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) • Essex County Planning Board Member • PCTI Advisory Board • Former Vice President, Millburn Board of Education

MS, Mechanical Engineering — New Jersey Institute of Technology
BS, Mechanical Engineering — New Jersey Institute of Technology
BS, Economics — United States Military Academy, West Point

Harshal Shah, PE, CEM, HFDP, LEED AP

Director of Engineering

Harshal Shah directs the engineering operations at A&J Consulting, leading design teams across HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical disciplines. Recognized as a 40 Under 40 honoree, he combines deep technical expertise with a forward-thinking approach to sustainable, high-performance building systems.

PE: NJ, NY, VA • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) • ASHRAE Healthcare Facility Design Professional (HFDP) • LEED AP BD+C • 40 Under 40 Honoree

MS, Engineering — University of Bridgeport
BS, Engineering — Gujarat Technological University

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Expertise

HVAC Design

  • Healthcare & laboratory systems
  • Variable refrigerant flow systems
  • Chiller & boiler plant design
  • Energy recovery & ventilation
  • BIM-coordinated duct layouts

Plumbing

  • Domestic water distribution
  • Sanitary & storm systems
  • Medical gas piping systems
  • Rainwater harvesting design
  • Grease interception & acid waste

Fire Protection

  • Wet & dry sprinkler systems
  • Standpipe system design
  • Clean agent suppression
  • Kitchen hood suppression
  • Hydraulic calculations & review

Electrical Power

  • Power distribution & switchgear
  • Emergency & standby generation
  • UPS & critical power systems
  • Lightning protection design
  • Short circuit & coordination studies

Lighting Systems

  • LED retrofit & new design
  • Daylight harvesting integration
  • Emergency egress lighting
  • Exterior & site lighting
  • Lighting controls & dimming

Fire Alarm Systems

  • Addressable fire alarm design
  • Mass notification systems
  • Smoke detection & notification
  • Duct smoke detection
  • Integration with building systems
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Selected Projects

10 K-12 Education
Clifton Public Schools — MEP Upgrades
Clifton, NJ • Multi-building HVAC renovation
Passaic County Technical Institute — New Wing
Wayne, NJ • 45,000 SF career tech expansion
Paterson Public School No. 24
Paterson, NJ • Full MEP systems replacement
Newark Public Schools — Boiler Replacements
Newark, NJ • District-wide heating upgrades
East Orange School District — HVAC Modernization
East Orange, NJ • 8 buildings, VRF conversion
Elizabeth Public Schools — STEM Academy
Elizabeth, NJ • New construction MEP design
Union City Board of Education — Addition
Union City, NJ • 3-story classroom expansion
Jersey City PS 16 — Renovation
Jersey City, NJ • Historic building systems upgrade
Bergen County Academies — Lab HVAC
Hackensack, NJ • Laboratory ventilation design
Trenton Public Schools — ADA & MEP Compliance
Trenton, NJ • District-wide code compliance
06 Hospitals / Medical / Pharma
St. Joseph’s University Medical Center — OR Renovation
Paterson, NJ • Operating room HVAC & fire protection
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center — Central Plant
Newark, NJ • Chiller & boiler plant upgrade
RWJBarnabas Health — Clinic Fit-Out
Multiple, NJ • MEP systems for 6 outpatient clinics
Cooper University Hospital — Lab Renovation
Camden, NJ • BSL-2 laboratory MEP design
Pharmaceutical Cleanroom Facility
Parsippany, NJ • ISO 7 cleanroom HVAC design
Atlantic Health System — Emergency Dept.
Morristown, NJ • ED expansion MEP engineering
10 University / College
NJIT — Central Heating Plant Upgrade
Newark, NJ • Boiler plant modernization
Rutgers University — Laboratory Renovation
Piscataway, NJ • Chemistry lab HVAC & plumbing
Montclair State University — Residence Hall
Montclair, NJ • 120-bed housing, full MEP
Seton Hall University — Law Library
Newark, NJ • Library HVAC & lighting redesign
Kean University — Student Center
Union, NJ • MEP for 80,000 SF student center
William Paterson University — Science Wing
Wayne, NJ • Lab ventilation & fire protection
Rowan University — Engineering Building
Glassboro, NJ • New construction MEP systems
Fairleigh Dickinson University — Dormitory
Madison, NJ • 200-bed residence hall MEP
Stevens Institute of Technology — Data Center
Hoboken, NJ • Precision cooling & power
Princeton University — Lab Fit-Out
Princeton, NJ • Research lab mechanical design
08 Commercial
50 Washington Street — Office Tower
Hoboken, NJ • 12-story commercial HVAC design
Newport Office Center — Tenant Fit-Out
Jersey City, NJ • Multi-floor MEP renovation
Gateway Center — Retail & Office Complex
Newark, NJ • Mixed-use MEP engineering
Riverside Industrial Park — Warehouse
Paterson, NJ • 150,000 SF fire protection & HVAC
Harborside Financial Center — Renovation
Jersey City, NJ • Chilled water system upgrade
Metro Pointe — Mixed-Use Development
Fort Lee, NJ • Residential & retail MEP design
Bergen Town Center — Retail Expansion
Paramus, NJ • 60,000 SF retail HVAC & electrical
Liberty State Office Building — Repositioning
Jersey City, NJ • Full building MEP modernization
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Our Values

Resiliency

We design systems built to endure—engineered for longevity, reliability, and performance under every condition.

Adaptability

Every building evolves. Our designs anticipate change, providing flexible infrastructure that grows with your needs.

Integrity

Transparency, honesty, and accountability are non-negotiable. We earn trust through consistent, ethical practice.

Drive

We push beyond convention. Continuous improvement and technical curiosity fuel every solution we deliver.

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Culture

At A&J Consulting, culture is not a poster on the wall—it is the standard we hold ourselves to every day. We cultivate an environment where technical excellence is expected, collaboration is instinctive, and every voice at the table contributes to the final design.

Engineering is a team sport. The best systems are designed by teams who challenge each other, support each other, and share a relentless commitment to getting it right.

We invest in our people through mentorship, licensure support, and hands-on project exposure from day one. Our team members don't just work on projects—they own them. This ownership mentality drives accountability, accelerates professional growth, and ultimately produces better outcomes for our clients.

Diversity of thought is our competitive advantage. With engineers from varied backgrounds and disciplines, we approach every problem from multiple angles, arriving at solutions that are both creative and rigorously sound.

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Careers at A&J Consulting

We are always looking for talented engineers, designers, and professionals who share our commitment to precision, innovation, and client service. At A&J Consulting, you will work on meaningful projects across diverse markets—from hospitals and universities to commercial towers and government facilities.

Our team members benefit from direct mentorship by licensed professional engineers, a clear path to licensure and certification, and exposure to every phase of the engineering design process. We offer competitive compensation, professional development support, and a collaborative work environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

If you are driven by technical challenge and want to build a career with purpose, we would like to hear from you.

Get in Touch
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Contact

Office
164 Brighton Road
Clifton, NJ 07012