Edgar Martinez
Chula Vista
Summary
Accomplished Chief Engineer with many years of experience providing high-quality results through effective leadership and management of engineering teams. Dedicated to protecting and improving value of client's assets with highest level of professionalism. Hardworking and adept at overseeing routine and corrective maintenance, directing repairs and managing new installations with an eye for business needs. Knowledgeable about all parts of builings, construction and implementation processes. Prepared to leverage several years of leadership experience to pursue new long-term position.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Engineer
Abbott Laboratories
San Diego, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement comprehensive engineering plans to ensure successful project completion.
- Conduct cost analysis on projects to ensure profitability goals were met.
- Perform regular inspections of equipment to identify areas of improvement or repair needs.
- Research new technologies to improve existing designs and create more efficient solutions.
- Review blueprints and schematics for accuracy prior to implementation.
- Collaborate with other departments within the organization to meet shared objectives.
- Draft reports summarizing project status updates for management review.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss issues related to engineering operations.
- Supervise engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
- Create and maintain detailed technical drawings and documents for new products, processes, and systems.
- Managed a team of engineers in the design, development, testing, installation and maintenance of complex mechanical systems.
Project Manager
Majestic General Construction Inc.
San Diego
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Portfolio Chief Engineer
MedImpact
San Diego
12.2018 - 04.2021
- Assisted in the development of corporate plans and managed infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and building modifications across seven buildings totaling over 1 million square feet.
- Identified facility deficiencies, incorporating repair actions into maintenance procedures schedule.
- Oversaw maintenance and continuous operation of building systems, including mechanical (HVAC), electrical and safety.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
- Maintained entire infrastructure and compliance documentation.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems encountered by staff during project execution.
- Developed and implemented plans for routine preventive maintenance.
- Established performance metrics for measuring progress against objectives.
- Evaluated current processes and developed actionable plans for improvement.
- Developed quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics for cross-referencing, troubleshooting, and project implementation..
Service Technician / District Field Trainer
Ecolab Inc.
San Diego
11.2013 - 12.2018
- Installed, maintained and repaired commercial restaurant equipment in a timely and urgent fashion
- Installed, maintained and repaired Walk-in coolers, freezers, ice machines, HVAC packaged and split systems
- Installed and repaired commercial cooking equipment, including broilers, ranges, ovens, dishwashers, and various commercial appliances (gas, steam, and electric).
- Primary technician for US naval accounts which included: Naval Air Station North Island, Subbase Point Loma, Amphibious base Coronado, ASW..
- Primary technician for high profile commercial accounts which included Cheesecake factory, PF CHANG'S, and the Yard house restaurants
- Read diagrams, parts breakdowns, talked to technical support in order to resolve complex equipment issues
- Performed and carried out manufacturer warranty work
- Maintained a company vehicle, ensuring all service and maintenance was performed in a timely manner
- Ordered parts from manufactures, source parts locally, fabricated, drilled, and welded onsite in order to complete service calls
- Managed company credit card submitting receipts and expense reports in a timely manner
- Communicated effectively with customers, coworkers, dispatchers, and superiors
- Recognized as district technician of the year in 2015
- Was 1 of 10 nationwide field technicians who was selected to participate in the development of a new field service application by attending weekly meetings and providing real world feedback and input
- Assumed the responsibility of market safety champion, in this role I participated in corporate safety meetings, relaying critical information to my market technicians promoting a safe working environment
- Promoted to District Field Trainer in 2016, in this role I was responsible for training new technicians in the field of commercial refrigeration, all new hires spent a total of six weeks training with me
Chief Engineer
Urban Property Services
San Diego
03.2008 - 11.2013
- Developed and implemented custom maintenance programs tailored to three individual facilities.
- Developed and implemented custom training programs and exercises directly tailored to each facility.
- Conducted and logged monthly safety meetings, as well as held periodic team meetings with staff.
- Interviewed, hired, and conducted periodic employee performance reviews.
- Maintained a quality and extensive network of vendors, as well as kept great relationships with city and state officials.
- Ensured that all residents had a great customer service experience with our staff, following resident requests and general interaction.
- Received all after-hours emergency calls and responded in a timely manner.
- Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
- Conducted cost analysis on maintenance activities to ensure profitability goals were met. Implemented cost savings plans by performing maintenance and repair tasks in-house.
Education
Certificate - Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Environmental Control Technology
San Diego City College
San Diego, Ca11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2006
Diploma - High School Diploma
Chula Vista High School
Chula Vista, Ca06.2002
Skills
- Emergency plans & procedures
- Facilities budgeting & control
- Facility Operations
- Equipment monitoring
- Workflow Planning
- Maintenance processes
- Stakeholder Management
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance programs
- Project Management
- Safety meetings
- HVAC
Certification
- EPA Universal Technician Certification, Esco Institute, 654221644110
- Commercial Refrigeration, Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, #15-05366
- Indoor Air Quality Technician Certification, Mainstream Engineering.
- Weekly Fire Pump Certification, Office of the State Fire Marshal, FP-1481
- Permit Required Confined Space Entry Certification, OSHA Compliance Training, 8F1A7490-39B7-11E1-B209-C399B05DC0
- Fire Life Safety Equipment Certification, San Diego Building Engineers Association.
- Manufacturer Certification, Rational Inc.
- Network Automation Engine, Electronic Control Systems Inc.
- HVAC PM Tech Certification, Mainstream Engineering.
References
- Evelyn Casillas, Majestic General Construction, 619-888-9539
- Jacquelin Cardenas, San Diego Superior Court, 619-307-9549
- Jeremy Artates, Basecamp Construction Co., 949-702-2859
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/24/84
Timeline
Chief Engineer
Abbott Laboratories
08.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Majestic General Construction Inc.
04.2021 - 07.2024
Portfolio Chief Engineer
MedImpact
12.2018 - 04.2021
Service Technician / District Field Trainer
Ecolab Inc.
11.2013 - 12.2018
Chief Engineer
Urban Property Services
03.2008 - 11.2013
Certificate - Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Environmental Control Technology
San Diego City College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of California, Irvine
Diploma - High School Diploma
Chula Vista High School