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Andrew Graham

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Highly motivated piping and structural designer with over 14 years of experience in the petrochemical and crude oil production industries. Passionate about design innovations and dedicated to delivering high-quality results. Successfully designed various facilities including, but not limited to, gas plants, water plants, dehydration plants, compressor stations, pump stations, equipment skids, and pipelines. Responsibilities include piping design, structural design, project management, onsite as-built verification, laser scanning field work and data processing, drawing production, and construction support. Advanced user in software such as AutoCAD, Plant3D, Navisworks, CADWorx, and Aveva's PDMS and E3D. Skilled in utilizing 3D point cloud data from laser scanning for designing within existing facilities. Eager to learn new software and design concepts from peers and possess a go-getter attitude that enables quick adaptation to unfamiliar tasks.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Mechanical Designer

Agilitech
07.2023 - Current
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
  • Provided technical expertise during all stages of product development, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.
  • Increased productivity by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear direction to junior designers on the team.
  • Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed design and specifications.
  • Reduced production costs by identifying opportunities for material optimization and process improvements in the design phase.
  • Determined project costs and made adjustments to keep projects within budget.
  • Reduced project completion times by effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and optimizing workflow.
  • Assisted clients in obtaining necessary permits by preparing comprehensive documentation packages aligned with regulatory requirements.
  • Mentored junior designers by conducting regular reviews of their work and providing constructive feedback to continually improve the overall quality of design output.

Design Project Lead

Cornerstone Engineering, Inc
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Preformed mechanical and structural as-built of existing facilities for SoCal Gas
  • Developed company Design and Drafting standards
  • Utilized and promoted the use of company standard procedures, such as, QAQC procedures, design and drafting procedures
  • Adhered to client design and drafting standards
  • Conferred with customer representatives to review schematics and answer questions pertaining to installation of systems.
  • Updated designs with latest feedback from customers.
  • Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed design and specifications.

Design and Drafting Supervisor

Agilitech, Inc.
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Scheduled and preformed Laser Scan field work
  • Maintained, processed and prepared Laser Scan data for our clients
  • Preformed PDMS Admin task such as: Project Maintenance, New Project Setup, Software Updates.
  • Developed various Standard Operating Procedures
  • Developed, Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Business Development
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with clients

Senior Mechanical Designer

Agilitech, Inc.
12.2013 - 01.2021
  • Lead and maintained the work load for the structural department
  • Conducted interviews and built a team in our Midland office to assist with the growing work load in the area
  • Helped obtain a MSA with a large oil producer in the Midland Basin
  • Maintained an exceptional working relationship with a client while working as a seconded designer within their office for over 2 years
  • Coordinated groups of my peers to assist on multiple design projects
  • Managed multiple task and projects at once
  • Encouraged teamwork and promoted the ideals of constantly learning from one another
  • Recognized the absolute importance of client relations
  • Collaborated with our project management team to help estimate project hours, build schedules, and resource loading
  • Monitored project hours spent and schedules on a daily basis utilizing spreadsheets that pulled the information from SAP
  • Organized and led client meetings for project status updates, design reviews, and construction support
  • Maintained exceptional correspondence with clients over the phone and through email
  • Adhered to client specifications and safety in design criteria
  • Prepared, reviewed, and finalized complete mechanical and structural construction packages
  • Utilized and promoted the use of company standard procedures, such as, QAQC procedures, design and drafting procedures, and SOPs
  • Recorded, organized, and maintained project documentation within a company standard file and folder structure
  • Provided construction support during the construction phase of a project
  • Collaborated with clients, facility operators, and construction representative to ensure project design functionality and constructability
  • Preformed mechanical and structural as-built of existing facilities
  • Designed multiple facility types including, but not limited to gas plants, water plants, dehydration plants, pump stations, equipment skids, vapor recovery units, steam generator settings, and pipelines
  • Generated MTO or BOM utilizing CAD software and Microsoft Excel
  • Developed pipeline routing plans
  • Development of pipe isometrics utilizing 2D and 3D CAD software
  • Created piping transpositions for concept design
  • Designed multiple types of structural supports, equipment foundations, cleanup areas, and vaults
  • Developed fabrication deviation reports for pipe spools and equipment with the use of laser scan data
  • Executed design projects performed in various design platforms such as Aveva PDMS, CADWorx and Plant3D
  • Executed draft drawing production in both Aveva PDMS Draft & AutoCAD
  • Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for company design and drafting practices
  • Gathered 3D scan data of existing equipment and pipe utilizing a portable 3D scanner
  • Generate 3D Navisworks models from the design model and help the client navigate the program

Senior Drafter

Agilitech, Inc.
06.2011 - 12.2013
  • Created Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) from engineering sketches and photos
  • Prepared detail drawings from preliminary sketches and layouts supplied by engineers and lead designers
  • Developed training material for PDMS Draft users
  • Created appurtenance drawings
  • Created structural construction drawings, such as, foundation location plans, foundation detail drawings, pipe support details, and cable tray support details
  • Created mechanical construction drawings, such as, piping plans, demolition plans, equipment layouts and pipe isometrics
  • Developed and administered company Aveva PDMS Draft standards
  • Assisted in the design of underground piping layout and construction drawings
  • Evaluated new drafting technologies and methodologies, recommending improvements that led to increased efficiency within the department.
  • Reduced errors in design plans by conducting thorough quality control checks before submission.

Education

No Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA
03-2028

Skills

  • Advanced AutoCAD Skills
  • Advanced in Autodesk Navisworks: Manage, Simulate, Freedom
  • Proficient AutoCAD Plant3D
  • Proficient in Autodesk ReCap
  • Proficient in AVEVA Everything 3D: Model, Draw, Admin
  • Advanced in CADWorx: Plant, Spec Editor, Equipment, Structure, Isogen
  • Proficient in Solidworks
  • Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint
  • Advanced in Revu Bluebeam software
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Thermal analysis and design
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Self motivation
  • Excellent communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Relationship building
  • Quality control

Timeline

Principal Mechanical Designer

Agilitech
07.2023 - Current

Design Project Lead

Cornerstone Engineering, Inc
01.2022 - 07.2023

Design and Drafting Supervisor

Agilitech, Inc.
11.2021 - 01.2022

Senior Mechanical Designer

Agilitech, Inc.
12.2013 - 01.2021

Senior Drafter

Agilitech, Inc.
06.2011 - 12.2013

No Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Bakersfield College

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