Sugeith Mercado
Project Engineer
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LinkedIn • Little Ferry, NJ 07643
Performance-driven professional with extensive experience in Engineering and managing project lifecycle, from conceptualization to completion, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations. Qualifications Summary
8 Years of Experience as a Project Engineer for construction projects in the Oil & Gas Industry.
Seasoned expert overseeing engineering operations, employing engineering techniques, utilizing measuring tools and inspection instruments, streamlining processes, and fostering seamless project execution.
Competent at strategic planning, budget management, and resource optimization to achieve organizational goals. Known for leveraging best practices for supplier sourcing and quality management.
Well-versed developing correct operating instructions, maintaining precise documentation, and enhancing product quality/costs. Expertise in EIA/TIA, ISA, API, NFPA, NTC 2050 standards for accurate project compliance.
Experienced in Waterfall Project Management Methodology.
Experience in EPC Projects, Pre-commissioning, Commissioning, and Projects Start Up.
General awareness to recognize and avoid hazards on a construction site and safety Standards. Areas of Expertise: Engineering Designs Project Lifecycle Management Control System Troubleshooting Data Analysis Instrumentation & Control Process Optimization Risk Management Safety & Quality Compliance HSE Technical Proficiencies: AutoCAD Engineering Software Project Management Methodology– PMI Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Teams Smartsheet Microsoft Project WBS Chart Pro Google Docs Career Experience
Home Tile Center LLC, New Jersey 2019 – Current
Amazon Seller Account Architect
Oversee inventory to ensure products remain available for purchase. Initiate and pursue matters requiring assistance from the Amazon Seller Support team. Manage and fulfill customer orders with precision and promptness. Monitor competitive listings and pricing strategies to propose price and product enhancement adjustments. Contribute to architecture and execution of PPC and marketing campaigns, focusing on enhancing product visibility and sales. Evaluate the success of different initiatives by utilizing data and analytic tools to guide decisions. Negotiate costs and initiate new requests with established vendors. Evaluate suitable vendors for burgeoning and existing products.
Addressed customer queries, resolved issues, and maintained commendable customer satisfaction ratings.
Crafted and enhanced product listings by creating compelling product copy, incorporating high-quality images and videos, and skillfully managing keywords for SEO impact.
Assessed and interpreted sales and performance indicators by pinpointing areas for improvement and implementing strategies for increased revenue and profitability. P a g e 2 3
AP Ingenieria S.A, Barranquilla 2016 – 2018
IT Engineer Leader
Preparation of technical and Economic proposals for the projects.
Engaged in bid clarifications involving RFQ, RFP, and technical aspects for Networking, fire detection, CCTV, Access Control, and Intrusion Detection Systems in alignment with client specifications.
Monthly status reporting through cost/budget elements involvement. Evaluated Economic proposals submitted by contractors via critical analysis.
Prepared supplier selections by comparing costs through detailed documentation.
Developed and presented primary and updated project budgets, cost forecasts, finishing estimates, and cost analytics to clients and the project management team.
Led quality and performance assessments for both new and existing IT systems.
Ensured smooth integration with operations and compliance with safety standards by participating in equipment setup.
Guaranteed installations and operations in adherence to standards and client requirements by creating electrical systems specifications, technical diagrams, Engineering Drawings. Consorcio Cygnus (Ecopetrol), Cartagena 2014 – 2016 Ingecontrol S.A (Ecopetrol), Cartagena 2012 – 2014 UT-VQ Incolproy (Ecopetrol), Barrancabermeja 2008 – 2011 Ingecontrol S.A (Ecopetrol), Barrancabermeja 2007 – 2008 Instrumentation & Control Project Engineer
Project Engineer for all the EPC & PC Contracts for the Ecopetrol Refinery. Integrated efforts with multifaceted teams for I&C structure design, execution, and upkeep across industrial refinery undertakings. Assisted in assessing equipment performance and recommended upgrades/replacements to support productivity and maintenance cost control. Supervised review of project attributes and engineering approval and compiled project documentation following PMI standards. Oversaw site construction and installations and performed measurements and quantity verification. Assessed I&C drawings (P&IDs) in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications. Interpreted various engineering drawing versions (Redlines, As-Built) and participated in datasheet and specification preparation in alignment with client requests for RFQ.
Tracked vendor deliveries and coordinated activities between field and shop, subcontractors, and Owner’s suppliers.
Maintained on-time delivery by leading and guiding engineering projects teams effectively.
Established equipment/instrument specifications, evaluated bid packages, and devised procurement plans.
Safeguarded adherence with specifications, codes, or customer necessities by guiding or organizing installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities.
Optimized production cycle and reduced product defects by addressing equipment issues efficiently in collaboration with production and QC teams.
Additional Experience: Instrumentation & Control Engineer, Ingeniera Strycon S.A. 2011 – 2012. Bogota, Colombia Education & Credentials
Project Management Certificate, Ensign College, Utah (Online 2022 – Present)
English Proficiency, BCCAT School, NJ 2018 - 2020
Advance Course in Project Management, EOI Escuela de Organizacion Industrial, Spain 2015
Industrial Process Engineering Specialist, University of North Colombia, 2014
Bachelors in Electronic Engineer, University of North Colombia, 2004 P a g e 3 3
Key Projects
Engineering Designs for:
Pacific Rubiales Energy: “Basic Engineering for: ampliación batería 4”; “Communication System for Batería 4”; “F&G System for Warehouse to storage of gas cylinders”; “F&G System for de Provisional Unloading Batería 4”; “Increase in water plant capacity 40 y 60k de CPF1 Campo Rubiales”. 2012 Emerald Energy Plc: "Engineering activities for surface facilities projects -framework contract". 2011 Ecopetrol: EPC for changing line water from Ciénaga san Silvestre to Unit U-2900 in Barrancabermeja Refinery Ecopetrol S.A. 2012; EPC for Dosing/storage System of gaseous chlorine in cooling tower TAE 2 in Cartagena Refinery. 2016
Cepcolsa: F&G System for Campo Jilguero. 2011
EPC Projects:
Infrastructure Project to support the New Cartagena Refinery (REFICAR S.A). (2012 – 2016).
Updated technology used in gas compressor FLC-2601's protection and control system (2016).
Supervised air compression system for USI plant U-031, (2015 – 2016).
Introduced control of orthoflow unit URC’s particulate material emissions, Barrancabermeja Refinery, (2009 – 2010).
EPC for flare replacement TEA 4 at Barrancabermeja Refinery (2008).
Boosted propylene grade refinery's shipping and storage capacity, implemented safety and integrity systems for Barrancabermeja Refinery Ecopetrol SA (2007). $1.3MUSD