Project Engineer, Procurement Engineer

Areas of Interest: Project Engineering/ Management

Qualifications Profile

Results-driven and versatile professional, with expertise in spearheading engineering projects in the areas of electrical, mechanical, civil, telecommunication, and instrumentation

Proficiency to read MEP contract documents and inspect equipment, control panels, cables, cable trays, lighting, one-line drawings, and wiring schematics. Capable of establishing requirements, creating plans for designs, developing solutions, and executing quality assurance to test solution. Effective at cultivating positive work relationships with diverse individuals utilizing fluency in English and Spanish. Well-versed in using Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and Citrix. Known as proactive leader, with excellent organizational, communication, multitasking, and interpersonal skills

Areas of Expertise

Operational Efficiency Field Operations Management Electrical Engineering Operations

Project Development and Execution Continuous Process Improvement Regulatory Compliance and Standards

Team Performance Optimization Superior Customer Service

Professional Experience

Conkor USA LLC Houston, TX, USA

Procurement Engineer Buyer Oct 2014–Apr 2016

úLed the validation and assessment of project request received from the client

úEnsured strict compliance with the Follow Quality Management System (ISO 9001) established by the company

úAdministered the entire procurement process which involved quoting, bidding, purchasing, lead time negotiation, and acquired materials inspection, such as electrical bulk material, instruments, pipes, fittings, and valves

úGuaranteed the movement of goods in alignment with company policies, procedures, and local laws which included in-country transportation along with exportation and importation of goods

Key Accomplishments:

-Closely collaborated with various departments such as Engineering, Construction, Planning and Procurement in determining, streamlining, and increasing strategies as well as optimizing overall procurement efficiency, effectiveness, and clear understanding of the project requirements by maintaining effective communications among divisions

-Established and executed an analysis tool for the advancement and efficiency of all the prices offered from vendors, which successfully minimized analysis and decision time by 50%

-Built and strengthened new vendor relationships and thrived in attaining the highest value service from vendors

-Succeeded in resolving complex problems and potential discrepancies; participated in executing corrective actions

DHM Energía Venezuela

Project Senior Engineer Jan 2012–Aug 2014

úHeld full accountability for the commissioning, supervision, budgeting, and operation and maintenance of the Mobile Pac FT8, Pratt and Whitney Measurement Systems, Inc. and Sub-Station on 34.5KV/13.8KV

úFacilitated training for 12 customer employees on operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining turbines

úOversaw the installation of remote computer to allow utilization of units from the substation

úMaintained accurate inventory for easier access at the time to locate and use the spare parts

úGenerated and submitted daily reports to the customer and company detailing the development of the units during implementation procedures and attached to the National Grid

Key Accomplishments:

-Played a key role in saving approximately $20K for the company by fixing an AC oil pump instead of buying a new one

-Ensured alignment with procedures related to maintenance and quality control of instruments and machinery of various units resulted to $50K worth of savings for the company every three months

Aguedelca, C.A Venezuela

Project Electrical Engineer Jan 2011–Dec 2011

úDemonstrated expertise installing panel boards to ensure timely completion and alignment with budget requirements

úEstablished coordination between parties and employees responsible for overseeing the alignments, mechanical, civil and electrical work, Pratt and Whitney representative, and client

úPerformed field inspections reporting directly to company executives and clients

úHandled the delivery of accurate documentation of the entire project to the client on a timely manner

Key Accomplishments:

-Generated approximately $30K of saving by troubleshooting a ground fault

-Translated operation procedures from English to Spanish to ensure full understanding of clients and personnel of the technical requirements

-Efficiently executed in a timely matter the commissioning of eight FT8 Mobile Pac and four high voltage transformers, 115kV/13.8kV and 34.5kV/13.8kV

Alcatel-Lucent Venezuela

Operation and Maintenance Engineer Apr 2006–Jun 2007

Audit Engineer Jun 2007–Mar 2008

úSpearheaded preventive, design, and corrective maintenance routines in relation to digit translation

úEvaluated and verified health index and critical triggers indicators of lucent flexent equipment, including ECP, 5ESS, CELL, and AP

Key Accomplishments:

-Promoted and maintained positive relationship among parties in order to acquire project renewals for the company

-Presided over the presentation of reports to provide recommendations on health and performance improvement of the Code division multiple access (CDMA) Network of the customer

Additional Experience

Todo Light Venezuela, C.A Venezuela

Co-Founder Operation Manager and Director Feb 2009–Aug 2014

Key Accomplishments:

-Held full accountability in administering wireless network which significantly improved company logistic and products distribution

-Developed and implemented marketing plans to yield more sales

-Exemplified efficiency in maintaining timely delivery along with excellent business-to-business sales

-Successfully improved sales by 50% by implementing social networks

-Initiated the arrangement of social meetings to show products

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering: May 2006

Universidad Metropolitana, Caracas, Venezuela

Professional Development

Powered Industrial Truck Operator Card, Class 5 Lift Code 4: Valid Until: Mar 2019

Occupational Safety and Health Training: Mar 2016

FT8 General Familiarization Training: Sep 2013

Network+ Certification: Feb 2009

LC8015-R-Lucent Compact Switch Advanced Tandem Translation: Sep 2007

Additional Training:

Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) Course

Gas Turbine Generators

Power Distribution Systems

Schweitzer Protective Relays, SEL-551

AVR A-30 and Beckwith M-3425A

Circuit Breaker Technologies

Bently Nevada Experience

Activities

Founder Vice President: Aug 2005–May 2006

Universidad Metropolitana, Caracas, Venezuela

Branch of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) at UNIMET

Formula SAE Project, Leader - Electronic Division: Jun 2003–May 2006

Design and Development of Technology of Universidad Metropolitana (DDTUM)

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