Design Project
Resume:
Justin Strachan
Cypress, Texas 77433
*.********@*********.***
Mobile: 713-***-****
Structural Designer
Loyal, Dependable, Team player / Outstanding Technical Skills
Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
A dynamic, highly creative, and technically skilled professional.
Outstanding skills in concept development, space planning, drafting, specifications and project installation.
Summary of Qualifications
Proficient computer skills
Strong mathematical, analytical aptitude and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
Good eye for detail; well organized; skilled in setting priorities
Ability to promptly and accurately follow directions as well as communicate and develop strong working relationships with others in the work environment
Technical Skills
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING
AutoCAD R-14 – 2015, CadWorx Plant, Aveva PDMS 12, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Navis Worx 2015, Bentley AutoPLANT
MISCELLANEOUS APPLICATIONS
MS Office, MS Outlook,
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Revit Architecture
Career Experience
Strategy Engineering, Houston, TX
2014 - 2015
Senior Design Coordinator
Responsible for the structural aspects of numerous offshore and onshore oil & gas projects under a multi-discipline environment. Generated live working models and developed AutoCAD drawings via the latest CADWorx applications. Lead Structural Designer on the Arena Offshore ST-131K and ST-151AA offshore platforms completing various project deliverables including jacket, deck, pipe support, skid package, loadout, and as-built drawings. Aided in the development of complex yet cost beneficial designs that adhere to client and industry specifications as well as meet construction and installation schedules.
Foster Wheeler Upstream, Houston, TX
2013 - 2014
Design Supervisor – Facilities Structural
Accountable for delivering accurate depictions that aid in the analysis and design of diverse offshore steel components inclusive of jacket structures, platform decks, and equipment skids. Engaged in the development of distinct structural entities for oil processing equipment and related systems utilizing the latest CadWorx Plant software applications. Exhibiting a lead role in carrying out engineer strategies from the conceptual phase throughout the completion of fabrication and installation drawings.
Nabors US Offshore, Houston, TX
2011 - 2013
Senior Structural Designer
Assisted in the development of structural systems for the Shell N88 MARS B Olympus and Chevron MODS 400 Bigfoot barge rigs. Studied and applied the basic principles of Drilling Support Modules aiding in the design of substructures, skid bases, pipe bridges, as well as other related structural components including decks, stairs, walkways, etc. Partnered with project managers and engineers presenting designs that comply with project requirements and meet set deadlines. Accountable for producing detailed fabrication, installation, modification, and procedure drawings that conform to AISC codes and specifications while addressing and resolving design conflicts utilizing 3-D modeling software.
Career Experience (cont'd)
Diamond Offshore, Houston, TX
Structural Designer
2008 - 2011
Duties included the planning and design of various structural components and systems for deepwater drillships, semi-submersible, and jack-up drilling rigs. Involved in the development of hull structures, watertight columns & pontoons, crane pedestals, deck upgrades, and lifeboat platforms. Prepared outlines and diagrams aiding in the study and analysis of anchoring, mooring and ballasting systems. Provided detailed schemes and layouts for assorted machinery and equipment including marine risers, wellheads, LMRPs, and BOPs. Thorough research of project reports in order to maintain and achieve design goals as well as ensure an accurate and presentable depiction of engineered concepts
Atlas Engineering, Houston, TX
Structural Designer
2007 – 2008
Responsibilities included the design of structural layouts, concepts, and member sizes for decks, jackets, modules, bridges, and skid packages for offshore fixed structures. Extensive design experience via various AutoCAD based applications including CadWorx & Navis. Numerous offshore field trips to project sites creating structural as-built layouts of drilling platforms
Pinnacle Engineers Inc., Houston, TX
2005 – 2007
Structural Designer
Produced AutoCAD format drawings related to structural steel, concrete plans and elevations for off-shore platforms. Designed, developed, and detailed conceptual drawings required for group proposals, deliverables, and other project needs. Extensive work experience in structural design and drawing development including the drafting of concrete caissons, decks, steel jackets, equipment skid base designs, and pipe support systems
H & M Design Inc., La Porte, TX 2001 - 2004
Draftsman
Created mechanical equipment layouts and plans via AutoCAD and extended applications. Designed PFDs, P&IDs, and piping isometrics from sketches and project specifications. Provided walk-downs and field verification notes in order to modify and complete as-built drawings. Extensive experience in plotting, document duplication, and package development
Education & Activities
Houston Community College, Houston, TX
Certificate in PDMS (Plant Design Management System) design
Relevant Courses: PDMS Basic Drawing Production
PDMS Equipment
PDMS Piping
PDMS Structural Basic
San Jacinto College Central, Pasadena, TX
Relevant Courses: Technical Drafting
Architectural Drafting – Residential
Basic Computer-Aided Drafting
Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting
Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting (Microstation)
Technical Animation and Rendering
Regional winner and state competitor in the 2000 & 2001 VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) Texas competitions pertaining to mechanical drafting and AutoCAD speed and skill.
Professional References
Virgil Rudd - Design Supervisor - 281-***-**** - ******.****@***********.***
David Verdun - Design Coordinator - 713-***-**** - *****.******@***********.***
Chris Brehaut P.E. - Engineering Manager - 281-***-**** - *****.*******@***********.***
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