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Matthew McRae

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic engineer with hands-on experience in construction & quality, with talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

HRSG Field Engineer

Kiewit
03.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in construction of 2 HRSGs as the Rigging Field Engineer.
  • Managed budget, scheduling, quality assurance, safety compliance and coordination of construction trades and contractors.
  • Authored RFIs and CRs to resolve field issues and clarify project requirements.
  • Created, maintained, and closed work packages for field operations.
  • Procured materials and tools through GEP P2P as needed by craft.
  • Reviewed & maintained weekly 3-week schedules & monthly 90-day schedules.
  • Supported superintendent in safety management, craft management, and material handling.
  • Created all rigging plans and critical lift plans pertaining to the HRSG.
  • Interacted effectively with site engineering team and field staff to coordinate work that complied with design and construction documents.


Office Engineer

Kiewit
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted in estimating multiple projects with 200+ pieces of equipment.
  • Reviewed equipment packages to develop scope of work.
  • Performed all mechanical equipment takeoffs.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Collaborated with engineering counterparts to develop equipment lists.
  • Reviewed vendor and subcontractor proposals.
  • Developed lift plans for all major equipment.

Pipefitter Apprentice

C&C Marine and Repair
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Operated MIG welding equipment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.

Maintenance/Reliability Engineer Intern

Westlake Chemical
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
  • Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
  • Calculated coupling sizes for all pumps throughout the plant using motor specifications.
  • Updated SAP equipment database by creating and editing BoMs for all rotating equipment on the plant.
  • Performed site-wide cost analysis on all rotating equipment maintenance orders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
12-2022

Skills

  • SAP ERP
  • Quality assurance
  • NavisWorks
  • SolidWorks
  • Bluebeam
  • LICCON Job Planner
  • Crane Planner 20
  • Quality Control
  • 3D Lift Plan
  • Technical reporting and documentation

Timeline

HRSG Field Engineer

Kiewit
03.2024 - 03.2025

Office Engineer

Kiewit
03.2023 - 03.2024

Pipefitter Apprentice

C&C Marine and Repair
06.2022 - 08.2022

Maintenance/Reliability Engineer Intern

Westlake Chemical
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Louisiana At Lafayette

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