Mechanical Engineer Power Plant

Carlos A Rodriguez Larrotta

Honorable discharged veteran

Email: ********************@*******.*** Phone: 718-***-****

Mechanical Engineer

A knowledgeable and motivated Engineer with a proactive, hands-on approach and good attention to detail. Experienced in Patent examination, project Management (Construction), automotive and aviation technology, with a working knowledge of Vehicular Power Systems (combustion engines), Energy Conversion measurements, Environmental Control (HVAC) Systems Design, and Energy Systems Design.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, The City College of New York, February 2015

AS, Automotive Technology, University Institute of Industrial Technology, Caracas, March 1990

Areas of Expertise

Mechanical Engineering

Policies & Procedures

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting & Repair

Operations Project Management

New Business Development

Blueprints and Schematics

OSHA 10 Hours Training

Team Leadership

FE Analysis

Information Technology

Search Database

Key Skills Assessment

Software Proficiencies– Good knowledge of Solidworks, Matlab, MS Office, Mathcad, Pro/Engineer, AutoCAD 2018, ANSYS, C/C++, Microstation, Project 2013, E-quest, Revit 2018, access 2016.

Military Training – Received military-level training and certification in a variety of areas, including Aviation Structural Mechanic E (Safety Equipment) and Egress Strand, Class A1, C-40 Airframe/Systems/Power Plant, Second Class Petty Officer Leadership Course, KC-130F/R/T Safety Survival Mechanic Organizational Course, and bearer of a General Radiotelephone Operator License with Radar endorsement.

Professional Experience

U.S. Patent & Trademark Office-Alexandria VA. 2019 – Present

Patent Examiner

Examined patent applications in the field of mechanical engineering, specifically on aerospace and aircraft technology-related areas.

Reviewed every application to determine that the invention is clearly described and appropriate to ensure conformity to formal requirements.

Used of specialized expertise and technical searching techniques to evaluate claimed inventions.

Searched all known technological knowledge ("prior art") on different database foreign and domestic to ensure that the invention is new and unique.

Performed a search on find ("prior art") for the inventor’s claims.

Prepared a proper office action clearly evaluating and explaining issues within an applicant’s patent application, and provided the search results to the applicant for further prosecution.

NYC DDC, LIC, NY 2015 – 2019

Construction Project Manager

Maintain and coordinate projects cost between clients, contractors, subcontractors, and agency.

Review all work schedules, reports, and change orders prepared by consultants, contractors, and clients to ensure conformance with project completion dates.

Oversee contractor work complies with bid documents to ensure quality work.

Analyze project timeline daily to identify delays.

Maintain log book daily, identifying personnel per trade, hours worked, and problems (if any).

Provide support to project managers on architectural and engineering issues.

Review contract specifications and general requirements.

NEW YORK HOUSING AUTHORITY, Manhattan, NY June 2015 - August 2015

Project Engineer Intern

Performed constructability reviews on projects submitted by the design department or their consultants.

Exercise independent judgment and action on the constructability reviews and recommend the corresponding change.

Reviewed contract specifications and general requirements for compliance with NYCHA’s standards.

Reviewed bid package and attend the bid openings.

Visited field sites to assist in construction management work.

SILVER CUP CLEANING SERVICES, Queens, NY 2005 - 2013

General Manager

Upheld role as proprietor, owner and manager responsible for cleaning, service, and maintenance of the General Council Building of Venezuela located in Manhattan.

Treated windows, hard floors, carpets, appliances, and fixtures with appropriate cleaning solutions.

Maintained stock levels throughout the entire facility, thereby ensuring access to inventory when needed.

Facilitated ground keeping and landscaping needs as necessary.

Collected, sorted, processed, and disposed of recyclable materials in an eco-friendly manner.

UNITED STATES NAVY, Brunswick, ME 2003-2005

Aircraft Mechanic, Fleet Logistics Support Squadron VR-62

Spearheaded regular maintenance, disassembly/assembly, repair, functional testing, and troubleshooting of KC-130 F/R/T aircraft pneumatic systems. Investigated and recommended corrections for equipment failures.

Worked with a variety of internal systems, including ejection seats, air conditioning, and heating systems, pressurization, and fire extinguisher systems. Ensured the replenishment of liquid and gaseous oxygen systems during daily and periodic inspections.

Utilized blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports, thereby ensuring compliance with all product specifications, standards, and requirements.

Served as an administrative clerk on behalf of NATOPS.

UNITED STATES NAVY, Fort Worth, TX 1998-2003

Aircraft Mechanic, Fleet Logistics Support Squadron VR-59

Oversaw organizational-level as well as ad-hoc maintenance of C40A-Clipper, including component testing and verification of fire protection, safety, and pressurization systems.

Assumed 100% accountability of assigned governmental equipment worth more than $40MM.

Created and orchestrated survival/support equipment training to bolster the skills of all personnel within the assigned squadron. Led Emergency Egress System Training on behalf of 340 personnel.

Received hands-on training in the handling and use of explosives for onboard aircraft fire extinguishing and ejection seat systems.

Qualified for explosives hazard control. Maintained status as Quality Assurance Representative/Inspector.

Awards & Affiliations

Department of the Navy Good Conduct Award

E-5 Rank appointed for Meritorious Achievements

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