JOSE A. LEIJA
Brownsville,TX
Summary
To work for a company that will give me the opportunity to grow as a professional and to help as much as possible in any area I can. Knowledgeable Technician offers 10 years of troubleshooting and repair experience with advanced technical knowledge. Dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr.Electrician
SpaceX
Brownsville, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Perform electrical calculations for new construction projects, including load analysis, cable sizing, and circuit protection.
- Oversee the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical systems and equipment.
- Install and troubleshoot 3-phase motors and generator systems, including ATS systems.
- Ensure compliance with the NEC code for all projects.
- Manage material orders, and coordinate with subcontractors to meet project deadlines.
- Participate in weekly meetings to update and review project progress.
- Provided technical guidance and assistance to other electricians in the department.
Maintenance Technician
STEC, Red Gate Power Plant
Edinburg, TX
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Preventive and corrective maintenance for Wärtsilä engines used in power generation.
- Address system issues such as oil leaks, water leaks, and temperature variances.
- Perform cylinder and gasket replacements, and ensure proper engine calibration.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs are designed to keep equipment in good working condition.
Electrical Technician (Permit Writer)
MMR Pro-Com
Monaca, PA
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with electrical superintendents to manage and approve work permits.
- Conduct job site walkdowns to assess tasks and create priority schedules.
- Maintained testing records and coordinated equipment inspections.
- Regularly worked overtime to ensure deadlines were met.
Relay Technician
MMR Pro-Com
Cameron, LA
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed relay testing based on test plans, wiring verifications, and system connections.
- Line Differential (GE L90, Micon P546).
- Transformer (GE T60, Micon T642).
- Generator (GE G60, Beckwith M3425).
- Functional testing and wiring of relay I/O and control circuits, as per schematics.
- End-to-end testing using GPS to verify fiber communication and synchronize time pulses at each end of the line.
- Tested connectivity and signal quality for individual cables, and documented results.
- Evaluated test data to identify malfunctions, performance problems, and system modification effects.
Journeyman Electrician
Southwest Electrical Contractors
Middletown, OH
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Installation of cable tray, Conduit, Lighting, Motors
- Termination of transformers, Motor leads, Control boxes, Rio Panels
- Troubleshoot Electrical equipment
- Insulation testing of Cables and 3Ph Motors
- Lighting system installation, wiring and connection
- Material take off for added or modified sections as per NEC Code.
- Led team of apprentice electricians in installing electrical systems and inspecting existing circuits.
Sr. Electronic Technician (Substation & Relay Dpt)
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
Brownsville, TX
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Review Eng Drawings to locate test switches, SEL Relays I/O, AC & DC schematics
- Review Relay settings to confirm settings and data need it to create test procedures
- Create Test modules (Omicron CMC 356) for SEL Zone Relays ,Current Differential Relays, Breaker failure Relays, High Buss Relays, Feeders)
- Download SER, History or events from relays, in order to analyze targets, dates and events for failures, tripping, etc
- Testing and inspection of Transformers, circuit switchers and breakers
- Assist on Switching procedures for load transfers
- Download KWH readings from relays
- CT Testing (Omicron CT Analyzer)
Maintenance Electrician
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
Brownsville, TX
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Maintenance and repair of Motor controls for City of Brownsville Lift stations
- Troubleshoot motor controls faults and repair or replace defective devices to keep Lift stations working properly
- Install and program Variable Frequency Drivers and Sofstarters for motors over 50 HP
- Build new Lift stations controls including underground piping, H-frame assembly, new service meter, new control etc
- Use of Testing equipment to evaluate motor winding, motor protection sensors, phase protection, motor overloads
- Coordinate with Mechanics Department Supervisors the replacement of Sum pumps, installation of by passes, motor control upgrades,etc
- Vibration testing analysis for motors
- Material take off for new projects
- Interpretation of blueprints and schematics of motor control units, including the modification of design if need it
- Evaluate new and old electrical installations to make sure they meet the requirements of NEC (National Electric Code).
Production Eng. Manager
National electric coil
Brownsville, TX
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Review Engineering design package for new projects
- Review production schedule and develop Tryout process
- Manufacture prototypes according to design and send samples to customer
- Monitor production run and develop tools to reduce rework and increase productivity
- Daily meetings with staff to monitor and plan new projects
- Develop process work instruction for production associate
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
Electrical Journeyman
Coonrod Electric
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Cable tray Installation
- Installation and termination of Instruments (MOV’s, SDS,PT’s, etc.)
- Installation and termination of High Voltage transformers, Circuit panels
- Electrical trouble shooting
- Rio panel termination
- Use of electrical testing devices (Multimeter, Megger, Hi-pot, Fox and Hounded)
Process Engineer
National electric coil
Brownsville, TX
11.2009 - 08.2014
- Receive and evaluate design package of new product
- Set up of machines at different manufacturing process stages
- Develop product tryout and report to design department of any changes required(tooling, materials or process)
- Manufacturing process release to production floor and daily monitoring the performance
- Evaluate deviations and/or discrepancies during production run and propose improvement to the process.
Education
Certificate - Industrial Electrical Installations
CECATI 105
Mexico01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical-Electrical Engineering
Instituto Tecnologico De Matamoros Matamoros
Mexico01.2001
Skills
- OTHER SKILLS
- Windows
- Mechanical Repair
- Understanding Schematics
- Electrical Certification
- Wiring Installation and Repair
- Functional Part Calibration
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Electric control
- Industrial Installation
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Troubleshooting Strength
Additional Information
- 2
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- TDLR #627646 Master Electrician License.
Timeline
Sr.Electrician
SpaceX
08.2023 - Current
Maintenance Technician
STEC, Red Gate Power Plant
01.2023 - 08.2023
Electrical Technician (Permit Writer)
MMR Pro-Com
07.2022 - 01.2023
Relay Technician
MMR Pro-Com
11.2021 - 06.2022
Journeyman Electrician
Southwest Electrical Contractors
09.2021 - 11.2021
Sr. Electronic Technician (Substation & Relay Dpt)
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
09.2020 - 09.2021
Maintenance Electrician
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
10.2017 - 09.2020
Production Eng. Manager
National electric coil
10.2015 - 07.2017
Electrical Journeyman
Coonrod Electric
08.2014 - 10.2015
Process Engineer
National electric coil
11.2009 - 08.2014
Certificate - Industrial Electrical Installations
CECATI 105
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical-Electrical Engineering
Instituto Tecnologico De Matamoros Matamoros
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