MANUEL MERIDA
Stuart
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a robust technical foundation in engineering and CAD design, adept at delivering standardized instructional content in fast-paced, hands-on environments. Recognized as a creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail and a proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to surpass organizational goals. Committed to upholding high standards of process efficiency while fostering clear communication across all levels of staff and students. Passionate about leveraging technical expertise to drive innovation and enhance learning experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr CAD Tech. Eng. Services
Pratt & Whitney
Jupiter, FL
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Create, modify, and maintain electrical, civil and PI&D plans, diagrams, and drawings for systems and components using AutoCAD.
- Preparing studies, sketches, drawings, and models of equipment arrangements and piping layouts as well as performing a variety of computer-based modeling, design, and planning tasks on projects.
- Knowledgeable in electrical and PI&D codes, regulations, and engineering principles.
- Work directly with our customers and vendors to create engineering packages suitable for construction and field verify results as necessary.
Spanish Teacher / Tutor
Volunteer High School
Surgoinsville, TN
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Engagement-Focused Instruction: Developed and implemented engaging, culturally-relevant lesson plans designed to foster student interest and participation.
- Interactive Learning: Utilized communicative activities and project-based learning to move beyond rote memorization and focus on real-world language application.
- Diverse Tools: Integrated technology, including interactive whiteboards and online platforms, to keep lessons dynamic and visually stimulating.
- Progress Tracking: Evaluated student achievement through formative assessments and provided constructive feedback to accelerate learning outcomes.
Digital Surveyor
Pupil
London, UK
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Analyzing data using plans, maps, charts and software such as AutoCAD and GIS program.
- Marking and delineating boundaries and references points in a property or section of land.
- Employing specialized geographic information systems devices (BLKGo)
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of recent techniques in digital and film photography, as well as evaluating industry trends and adjusting accordingly to changes.
Spanish Customer Service Rep. / Applications Engineer
GreenTech Environmental
Johnson City, Tennessee
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Combination of theory and practice, developing a concept and verifying it in the field of air purification.
- Bilingual / Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Translate materials and documents, such as letter, pamphlets, brochures, and equipment’s manuals literature.
- Enjoys a combination of theory and practice, developing a concept and verifying it in the field.
Adjunct CAD Instructor / Art Digital Institute
Art Digital Institute
Doral, Miami
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Practice professionalism through ongoing professional development, reflection and continuous improvement.
- Maintain complete and accurate records.
- Manage student behavior, assess and evaluate student achievement, and modify/control instructional activities
- Create, administer, and grade assignments, quizzes, projects, and exams in a timely manner to accurately
- Remote Teaching
CAD Technician, Medallion Project
Carnival Corporation
Doral, Miami
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Support database use and management in applications programming; trains professionals and users in the system compiling and maintains documentation of hardware and software configurations.
- Translates accurately and concisely documents and other materials from English to Italian
- Port facility designs dry-docks and complete as-built documentation packages.
- Develop BOM in comprehensive lists of all the components, parts, and materials required for the project.
- Partnered with architects and interior designers to enhance design quality, assist with project workload, and ensure adherence to ADA standards.
- Reviewed recently completed projects against design specifications, collaborated with ADA and Design Teams
Civil Utility Design Engineer
REACH ACTIVE Limited
London, United Kingdom
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Responsible for attending sites to record positions, routes, depths and formations of newly utilities laid trenches, providing drafting services during construction activities, including speaking with clients and assisting with their needs.
- Designs and develops drawings, which may include as-builts and basic survey drawing.
- Assist the Project Management team in compiling Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
- Complete infrastructure coordination related to design and setup activities at different stages of projects.
- Knowledge of the general principles, practices, rules, regulations, standards, methods and materials used in public works and utilities design.
Education
GED -
Miami Dade College
Miami, Florida01.2025
Substitute Training Certificate
Miami Dade College
Miami, Florida01.2020
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Civil Engineering
Kingston University
Kingston on Thames, United Kingdom01.2010
Skills
- Proficient in AutoCAD and able to produce plant layouts, detailed drawings; incorporation of images, reading etc
- Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Outlook
- Workflow of troubleshooting (printers & computers) and applying this framework to any number of problem
- Site plan development
- Material selection expertise
- Value engineering techniques
- Computer-aided manufacturing
- Cost estimation
- Project management
- Code compliance awareness
- Effective communication
- Time management capabilities
- Quality control processes
Accomplishments
- Increased efficiency with improvements in training and project management.
- Maximized department performance through strong decision making, problem-solving and project management skills.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of staff members.
Languages
Spanish
English
Italian
Timeline
Sr CAD Tech. Eng. Services
Pratt & Whitney
08.2023 - 10.2025
Spanish Teacher / Tutor
Volunteer High School
11.2022 - 06.2023
Digital Surveyor
Pupil
02.2022 - 10.2022
Spanish Customer Service Rep. / Applications Engineer
GreenTech Environmental
02.2021 - 01.2022
Adjunct CAD Instructor / Art Digital Institute
Art Digital Institute
06.2019 - 01.2021
CAD Technician, Medallion Project
Carnival Corporation
09.2017 - 04.2019
Civil Utility Design Engineer
REACH ACTIVE Limited
03.2015 - 07.2017
Substitute Training Certificate
Miami Dade College
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Civil Engineering
Kingston University
GED -
Miami Dade College
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