Engineer Mechanical

Kerry Gipson, Jr., E.I.

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Marrero, LA 70072 *****.******.**@*****.***

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering University of New Orleans, May 2010

B.S. Physics Xavier University of Louisiana, May 2010

Project Experience

Star Engineering Services, Inc., Kenner, LA (11/12 – 03/15) – Project Engineer

• Assisted in the design and sizing of topsides equipment for a subsea tie-back of 30,000 BOPD and

20 MMSCFD of gas.

• Performed multiple evaluations of existing offshore systems.

• Performed evaluation of compressor options to increase gas handling capacity.

• Assisted in the design of piping systems using API 14E guidelines.

• Assisted in the design of safety systems using API 14C guidelines including safety flow diagrams and SAFE

charts.

• Participation in feasibility studies.

• Generation of Process Flow Diagrams and Piping & Instrument Diagrams (PFD’s/P&ID’s).

• Sizing, specification and selection of rotating and static mechanical equipment, vessels, vessels, piping and other

related process systems and components.

Chester Engineers, New Orleans, LA (09/09 – 11/12) – Engineer I

• Coordinate design contracts of eleven drainage pumping stations totaling over $13,000,000 in construction cost.

• Review and quality check design plans and prepare specifications to ensure consistent and accurate technical

documentation.

• Provide regular progress updates on design, construction, current issues, and budget to Sewerage and Water

Board.

• Developed construction costs for the installation of a 7' x 7' box culvert totaling 1000 feet in length.

U.S. Department of Agriculture, New Orleans, LA (06/09 - 09/09) – Physical Science Tech/Student Internship

• Obtained data for various government projects using a Particle Size Analyzer and Drum Drier while under

supervision of research leader.

Bryant Associates, Inc., Landover, MD (09/05 - 12/05) – Project Inspector/Student Internship

• Oversaw team of contractor’s concrete pour and asphalt lay following installation of underground city utilities.

• Ensured that work was finalized to project specifications and transcribed work performed.

Skills & Expertise

Design of Rotating Equipment, Pipe Sizing, Thermal-Fluid Systems.

Familiar with API Standards & ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII.

Acquainted with AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, & Ansys.

Outstanding computer skills, Microsoft Office (Professional Editions), & Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Professional Certifications/Awards

Engineer Intern – October 2010.

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) – December 2012 – December 2017.

Offshore Water Survival HUET – December 2013 – December 2018.

Rig Pass Orientation – December 2013.

Professional Affiliations

National Society of Black Engineers – New Orleans Alumni Extension Chapter

• Vice Chair (2014 – Present)

• Telecommunications Chair (2012 – 2014)

LinkedIn Profile Link

www.linkedin.com/in/kgipjr

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