Agustin Brachet Cota
Midlothian,VA
Summary
MEP Superintendent with a robust background in automation, mechanical, and electrical systems, specializing in data center projects nationwide. Demonstrated expertise in equipment commissioning and quality assurance, driving team collaboration to tackle complex challenges. Skilled in troubleshooting and implementing solutions that enhance project success and operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEP Superintendent. MEP Coordinator
Schneider Electric
06.2024 - Current
- Communication with General contractor/Owner
- Schedule subcontractors
- Troubleshoot issues with equipment
- Create 3 week look aheads for internal/external project managers/schedulers
- Overseeing Data centers around the country for various different vendors
- Levels 1-5 of equipment commissioning
- QA/QC
Extra Hand/ Mechanic
NICAM
Woodbridge, VA
06.2011 - Current
- Work on the weekends to give my father an extra hand with the family's trucking company
- Work includes maintenance work on 7 axle dump trucks, such as oil changes, repairs and upkeep. As well as diesel mechanic work, such as fuel injector replacements & etc.
- Help in the winters by driving trucks in snow storms, plowing and cleaning roads.
- Give an extra hand in anything that is needed
Lead Field Engineer
Automated Logic
Glen Allen, VA
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Troubleshoot VFD's, programming, along with other logic.
- Write and fix Block programming when needed
- Take on jobs on my own with minimal help due to past experience
- Fix issues with programming in the field, from software issues, graphics issues, down to wiring or mechanical issues
- Uncovered issues that could arise as result of project and provided effective solutions.
- Attended several training programs including Block program certification
Specialist
Siemens Building Technologies
Richmond, VA
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training fellow employees.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Programmed all sorts of units including larger Air Handling Units and smaller units such as Fan coils and Blower coils
- Wrote specific script code for certain applications and sequences
- Became proficient in working the front end of our programming (Desigo CC), including working with graphics
- Determined hardware and network system issues using proactive troubleshooting techniques.
- Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications.
- Fixed mechanical issues such as wiring, dampers, etc. myself. Instead of waiting around for subcontractors to fix them.
HVAC Automated Control Installer/ Foreman
Systems Inc.
Manassas, VA
12.2017 - 08.2021
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Handled all issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Oversaw employee attendance record and ordered new materials for sites.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
Commercial Electrician
Ayala Electric
Manassas, VA
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
Education
No Degree - Electrical
ACE Electrical Apprenticeship Program
Fairfax, VA01.2019
No Degree - Biology, Psychology
Radford University
Radford, VAHigh School Diploma -
Potomac High School
Dumfries, VASkills
- Automation Programming
- ABT Site
- Desigo CC
- Microsoft Excel
- Block programming
- Windows computing
- Blueprint reading
- Electrical wiring diagram
- MEP systems design
- Equipment commissioning
- Project scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Field inspections
- Team collaboration
- Field supervision
Certification
- Block Logic Certified
- OSHA 30 Hour Course
- Boom and Scissor Lift (Type 3, Groups A&B) Operator Training
Additional Information
Fluent in both English and Spanish
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
- Ethan Laws - (423) 297-6644, Sr MEP Schneider Electric
- Ed Molina - (713) 261-6842, Former Sr MEP Schneider Electric
- Jason Paes - (703) 887-4560, Owner of Systems Inc.(Previous Employer)
Timeline
MEP Superintendent. MEP Coordinator
Schneider Electric
06.2024 - Current
Lead Field Engineer
Automated Logic
04.2022 - 06.2024
Specialist
Siemens Building Technologies
08.2021 - 04.2022
HVAC Automated Control Installer/ Foreman
Systems Inc.
12.2017 - 08.2021
Commercial Electrician
Ayala Electric
03.2016 - 12.2017
Extra Hand/ Mechanic
NICAM
06.2011 - Current
No Degree - Electrical
ACE Electrical Apprenticeship Program
No Degree - Biology, Psychology
Radford University
High School Diploma -
Potomac High School