Hailing from Pretoria, South Africa, Ruben earned a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Driven by a passion for decarbonization, he focuses on sustainable solutions in HVAC design. Ruben is a registered EIT and has passed both the Mechanical FE and HVAC PE exams.

Family plays a central role in Ruben’s life—his two brothers, sister, nephew, and niece are his greatest pride. A fun fact that might surprise many: Ruben was once ranked among the top 300 junior tennis players in the world.

If not working in engineering, Ruben would likely be teaching English and Math in remote areas, blending his love for learning with a passion for travel. And when it comes to coffee, he keeps it simple: whole milk, no sugar.