CESAR QUINTERO
AMERICAN CANYON,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Project Engineer with solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles and history of delivering innovative design solutions. Demonstrates proficiency in CAD software and project management, successfully leading teams to meet critical deadlines. Proven ability to apply problem-solving skills and technical expertise to optimize mechanical systems and processes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineer / 3D Design
BFM (Benicia Fabrication & Machine)
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Design pressure vessels and heat exchangers in compliance with ASME Section VIII-1, ASME IX, TEMA, and API 660 codes.
- Perform mechanical calculations and performance verification using Compress, SolidWorks, RCS, and Excel.
- Review and interpret customer specifications, technical drawings, and schematics to ensure compliance and manufacturability.
- Collaborate directly with customers to resolve technical issues and clarify design requirements.
- Support sales team by developing preliminary designs and bills of material for cost estimation.
- Review fabrication and detail drawings to ensure accuracy and adherence to engineering standards.
Project Engineer / 3D Design
INI Industrias Inoxidaveis SA
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led mechanical design and project engineering for industrial equipment in food and pharmaceutical processing plants.
- Developed 3D models, layouts, and P&IDs using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
- Performed finite element analysis (FEA) for equipment validation.
- Managed construction and installation projects, coordinating multiple disciplines.
- Prepared project budgets, technical proposals, and cost estimates.
- Delivered turnkey projects including P&IDs, floor plans, BOMs, and consumption lists.
Project Assistant / 3D Draftsman
Tech4Food Engineering & Innovation, LDA
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supported pre-project and execution phases for international engineering projects.
- Designed process flow diagrams and P&IDs and prepared technical documentation.
- Coordinated with sales, automation, supply chain, and project management teams.
- Assisted in budgeting and proposal development for clients worldwide.
- Trained junior engineers and interns in Autodesk Inventor.
Project Assistant 3D Draftsman
ASTECI, CA
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Created and maintained 3D component libraries in Autodesk Inventor.
- Produced detailed fabrication drawings for food, wine, and chemical processing equipment.
- Developed turnkey wine cellar designs and high-quality renderings for catalogs and sales materials.
Education
Mechanical Engineer (NCEES CREDENTIAL APPROVED) -
Universidad Fermin Toro
Venezuela04-2014
Skills
- Autodesk Inventor
- Solidworks
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Revit
- Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- MS Project
- Compress
- RCS
Certification
- Autodesk AutoCAD 2D / 3D | Microcom Institute (Venezuela); May 2011 – August 2012
- Autodesk Inventor 2D / 3D | Microcom Institute (Venezuela); September 2007 – July 2010
- Computational Analysis Applied to the Mechanical Project – ACAPMed2 | ISEP Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto (Potugal); September 2019
- HVAC Ducting & Pipelines Design and Calcs | UC Berkeley Extension March 2025
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Native)
English (B2)
Portuguese (B2)
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer / 3D Design
BFM (Benicia Fabrication & Machine)
08.2023 - 05.2026
Project Engineer / 3D Design
INI Industrias Inoxidaveis SA
01.2018 - 01.2022
Project Assistant / 3D Draftsman
Tech4Food Engineering & Innovation, LDA
01.2016 - 01.2018
Project Assistant 3D Draftsman
ASTECI, CA
01.2013 - 01.2016
Mechanical Engineer (NCEES CREDENTIAL APPROVED) -
Universidad Fermin Toro