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Luis Araujo

Luis Araujo

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Dynamic Electrical Engineer with extensive experience, specializing in high voltage engineering and project management. Proven track record in optimizing power distribution systems and ensuring NESC compliance. Adept at leading teams and implementing smart grid technologies, delivering projects on time while enhancing organizational effectiveness and safety protocols adherence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrical Engineer IV (Remote contract)

TECHSERV/AEP PSO
Corpus Christi, Texas
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Conducted construction sketch drafting of medium level voltage 1 to 3 phase (12 kV) reconductor projects; covering reliability programs, feeder exits, public relocations.
  • Utilized proprietary CAD software for client projects, including new builds and renovations.
  • Executed diverse electrical design tasks while adhering to client distribution standards and NESC procedures with pole stress analysis using survey level accuracy for real life construction modeling.
  • Implemented design changes based on redlines and mark-ups for ongoing projects.
  • Analyzed reports and drawings to effectively plan and design electrical projects.
  • Incorporated relevant design codes and specifications into project requirements.
  • Reviewed design drawings to ensure quality assurance, maintaining scope, budget, and schedule compliance.
  • Completed project tasks within allocated hours and deadlines, optimizing efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team leaders to support internal change initiatives enhancing organizational effectiveness.

Electrical Engineer III (Remote contract)

Actalent Services / AEP OH
Houston, TX
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Conducted construction sketch drafting of medium level voltage 1 to 3 phase (13 kV) line upgrading projects; covering feeder exits, single re-conductors. Powerline distribution circuit design.
  • Analyzed Structural and foundational aspects for extreme situations, including weather conditions of snow, wind, pole base stress. Emphasizing on system hardening project designs and pole attachments conductor stress analysis.
  • Ensured Quality control & assurance of construction standards, construction drafting, material, line height clearances, code violations. Material acquisition selection compliance.
  • Provided districts' teams with specific material requests, meeting, and exceeding system design requirements, including NESC's above minimum material standards compliance.
  • Maintained and upgraded existing distribution systems with conductor load increasing upgrade wire and strengthening structural support pole replacements.

Electrical Engineer (Contract)

Burns & McDonnell / AEP OH
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Drafted construction sketches for medium voltage line upgrades, including feeder exits and reconductors.
  • Analyzed structural integrity under extreme weather conditions, focusing on snow and wind impacts.
  • Managed development and coordination of permit and easement documentation with local entities.
  • Ensured quality control and compliance with construction standards and material acquisitions.
  • Maintained adherence to engineering specifications and material selection standards for projects.
  • Provided specific material requirements to district teams, exceeding design criteria.
  • Coordinated with construction and scheduling teams to ensure timely project completions.

Electrical Distribution Engineer (Contract)

BHI Energy Solutions / AEP TX
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2017 - 08.2022
  • Conducted construction sketch drafting and powerline distribution circuit design for medium voltage (12.5 kV, 25 kV) line upgrading projects, encompassing feeder exits, framings, reconductors, and power equipment replacements.
  • Utilized structural and foundational software analysis to assess extreme weather conditions such as snow, wind, and pole base stress. Specialized in designing system hardening projects, double circuit planning, and overhead project relocation initiatives.
  • Evaluated and oversaw the construction of self-supporting structures, including pole evaluations and ensuring compliance with NESC clearance construction rules, particularly on steel structures.
  • Led DACR switching scheme work, intellirupter project installations, and coordinated material acquisition and equipment installation with on-site teams.
  • Developed permits and easement documentation, managing project construction timelines and coordination with various entities including US ARMY CORP, TXDOT, FAA, TEXAS, GLO, UPRR, KCS RR, and the City of Corpus Christi.
  • Managed a team of 5 members, providing guidance, training, and mentoring for new hires while ensuring productivity and goal completion timelines were met.
  • Coordinated project construction, scheduling, and compliance management, making on-site adjustments as necessary.
  • Collaborated with contracting companies and local entities on public relocation projects involving overhead distribution systems.
  • Facilitated material requests for district teams, ensuring compliance with system design requirements and NESC standards.
  • Ensured adherence to wildlife laws, regulations, and biologists' studies for river crossing conductor installation projects involving self-supporting structures.
  • Provided storm restoration emergency support for damage assessment and field material/facilities damage assignments.
  • Conducted field work inspections to ensure conformance with designs and material specifications, prioritizing a safe working environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
08.2016

Skills

  • Training and leadership
  • Software proficiency
  • Technical expertise
  • Project management
  • Smart grid technologies
  • Telecommunications engineering
  • 2D and 3D design
  • High voltage engineering
  • Schematics interpretation
  • NESC standards compliance
  • Budget management
  • Problem solving
  • Cable design
  • Power distribution systems
  • Time management skills
  • Electrical integration techniques
  • Safety protocols adherence
  • 2D CAD drafting
  • Pole Stress and structural modeling

Certification

  • Fundamentals engineering exam: electrical & computer, TBD
  • OSHA 10 -Construction Safety and Health

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Electrical Engineer IV (Remote contract)

TECHSERV/AEP PSO
08.2024 - 08.2025

Electrical Engineer III (Remote contract)

Actalent Services / AEP OH
03.2023 - 03.2024

Electrical Engineer (Contract)

Burns & McDonnell / AEP OH
09.2022 - 02.2023

Electrical Distribution Engineer (Contract)

BHI Energy Solutions / AEP TX
08.2017 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Texas At San Antonio

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