Electrical Engineer - Lighting & Power Distribution Expert

Ali Sotoodeh (John)

Cell: 805-***-**** *************@*****.***

**** **** **. **** *****, TX 76108

About

Experienced Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in Engineering firms, lighting manufacturing, and facilities services industry. Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, Projectwise, Analytical Skills, Microsoft Excel, SolidWorks, LED Lighting, Energy, AGI32, SKM, Bluebeam Revu, Distribution Design Studio (DDS), Esri and Atlas.

Professional Experience

HED 2023 - Current

Electrical Engineer

Design and coordinate building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems using Revit (BIM) and AutoCAD.

Perform electrical load calculations, panel schedules, feeder sizing, voltage drop analysis, and short-circuit/coordination studies using SKM Power*Tools.

Develop single-line diagrams, riser diagrams, and detailed construction documents in compliance with NEC and local electrical codes.

Conduct photometric lighting design and analysis using AGi32 to ensure code compliance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.

Design grounding and bonding systems in accordance with NEC requirements and project-specific safety standards.

Perform arc-flash analysis and protective device coordination studies to enhance system safety and reliability.

Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts with mechanical, structural, and architectural teams within BIM environments.

Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and support construction administration to ensure design intent and quality assurance.

HNM Systems 8/2022 – 8/2023

Electrical Designer

Planning and scheduling work independently, to complete designs for large and/or complex systems Design underground power distribution lines, rebuilds and upgrades.

Site surveys, translating field notes to develop and update conduit/cable engineering design drawings in AutoCAD.

Completing all GIS tasks to all internal and external client specifications. Ensure accuracy and quality in all data sources and mapping products. Experience using Atlas and ESRI for distribution design.

Experience with projects in overhead and underground distribution design: using medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion projects, distribution, and pole foreman.

Experience using Distribution Design Studio and Katapult software.

Perform structural and electrical analysis for overhead distribution design.

Calculating electrical analysis for underground power distribution.

Pole replacement projects.

HNTB, TX 11/2021-8/2022

Engineer /Lighting, Electrical

Collaborating with project managers, designers, and clients to develop a lighting design for transportation/roadways.

Performing lighting calculations with AGi32 software and using the data to make project decisions.

Creating lighting design and electrical connectivity plans with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and Projectwise software and calculate quantities and cost estimation.

Creating a report and a session for QCQA evaluation using Bluebeam software

To accomplish project quality assurance, engage with project managers and reviewers.

Assist in the development of project specifications.

Aid in the coordination and productivity of project team members.

GMR Protection Resources, TX 2/2018- 11/2021

Lighting Engineer /Designer

Produced photometric reports for lighting design using AutoCAD Interpreted existing lighting plans.

Audit documents to determine lighting layouts and fixture options.

Supporting director(s), lead designers, and project managers in delivering quality design concepts, plans, specifications, control intent, and other documentation for projects.

Producing design packages to convey design concepts via narratives, sketches, renderings, plans, and presentations.

Collaborating with architects, designers, and clients to develop a lighting design that best meets the needs and wants of all parties.

Implementing lighting design through all phases for new buildings, and for renovations and additions to existing facilities.

Using AGi32 software to Perform Lighting Calculations and use results to inform project Decisions.

Exterior/interior LED lighting/re-lamping projects.

completing Energy Conservation Measure (ECM) energy calculations and savings projections

Giving structure to ideas – concept ideas, diagrams and renderings, spreadsheets, reports, and analyses for discussion.

Familiarity with the State and local codes, Ordinances, and other lighting standards like CEC Title-24, ASHRAE, and IES.

Hubbell Lighting Inc., City of Industry, CA 12/2015 – 3/2017

Photometric Test Engineer

Testing a variety of outdoor LED luminaries Engineering projects using Goniophotometer as a Photometric Test Engineer.

Very proficient in a variety of lighting design, performance, and photometry software including AGI32, PTB, Photometric Pro, TJ Photo, Color Calculator, SAP, SolidWorks, Windows Applications, and Statistical software.

Experience usingAGi32 software for the design layout of LED lighting systems.

Trains less skilled employees in foreign divisions of Hubbell Lighting Inc.

Performs electrical-mechanical testing using hand and power tools, fixtures, and aids to support manufacturing/testing of all prototypes of outdoor LED product builds.

Communicate project status and test results to clients, sales personnel, and management throughout testing. Provide ongoing support to clients as needed.

Calculate Light Poles for Street and Area Lighting based on the U.S. Standards.

Performs tasks involving the use of a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, and aids to perform tests on outdoor luminaries.

Tested and executed a variety of surge protectors of outdoor luminaries.

Scheduling of testing workflow process, testing backlog, test prioritization, and assignment of resources.

Reviews and approves test results, reports, and released procedures and documents were done according to test protocols.

Provide Engineering support on DLC submission & Photometric testing.

Analyze project requirements and perform Engineering assembly design using SolidWorks CAD.

Create and enter a complete and accurate Bill of Materials.

Elite Lighting, Commerce, CA 1/2015 -12/2015

Electrical Testing Engineer

Developed, designed, tested, and executed a variety of lamp/LED luminaries Engineering projects using Goniophotometers and Integrating Sphere as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Worked closely with all Engineers in purchasing, building, testing, and design verification of products.

Analyze raw data and generate detailed test reports from photometric testing of LED products.

Capable of performing tasks and rotating into all the prep/assembly/repair/test stations /interfaced with design Engineers and supported manufacturing for all prototype and early-stage product builds.

Set up and operate equipment i.e., Type C and Type B Goniophotometers, fixtures, test machines, etc. to perform photometric testing on SSL (Solid State Lighting) Luminaires.

Working knowledge of AGi32 for Lighting Analysis.

Education

University of Texas Arlington (UTA)

M.S. Industrial Engineering

Licensure & Certifications

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) – Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS), 2025

Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure – In Progress

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