Ronald Rodriguez
Galveston,TX
Summary
Proven Senior Subsea Surveyor with expertise in Subsea equipment including BOP Control Pods, BOP Stacks, Tensioners, Diverters and Riser String, Quality Control analysis and innovative surveying techniques. Successfully enhanced data collection efficiency while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Subsea Surveyor
Moduspec
Houston Texas
01.2016 - Current
- Conduct Well Compliance Surveys. Analyze survey data to create accurate Well Test Plans.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
- Mentor junior surveyors, providing training on best practices and technical skills.
- Project planning meetings to discuss timelines, resources, and paperwork needed to complete Compliance to Well.
- Implemented innovative surveying techniques to enhance data collection efficiency.
- Review legal documentation related to each Well.
- Coordinate fieldwork activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
- Perform field calculations to complete survey assessments.
- Gather, organize and model data for reports and presentations.
- Adapt quickly to changing conditions on job sites, efficiently adjusting survey information as needed while maintaining overall Well project goals.
- Meticulously reviewing survey data and ensuring proper documentation.
- Work in workshops, coordinating and completing 5-Year Pod rebuild projects for Drilling Operations.
Sr Surveyor and Installation Manager
Subsea Solutions
Houston, TX
06.2006 - 09.2015
- Led survey projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, for Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and National Oilwell Varco (NOV) Drillship Projects.
- Mentored junior surveyors, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing for ongoing Installation Projects for NOV Equipment on Drillships,
- Collaborated with SHI engineering teams to align surveying practices with project goals.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential challenges in Surveying and Installation execution.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in reduced turnaround times for project deliveries.
- Achieved client satisfaction through diligent communication and regular progress updates on Installation activities.
- Streamlined field operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and reducing risks for on-site personnel.
- Made proactive adjustments to policies and procedures to meet changing demands.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards and project requirements.
- Oversaw quality control measures during installations, identifying potential issues early on to minimize costly rework later.
- Conducted thorough post-installation inspections to verify adherence to design specifications and client expectations.
- Managed installation schedules proactively to avoid delays and reduce downtime for clients.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team feedback and implementing suggestions.
Service Engineer
National Oilwell Varco Inc
Houston, TX
08.1997 - 06.2006
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions on software, electrical and mechanical issues, ensuring optimal performance of drilling systems.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on oilfield machinery, enhancing reliability and reducing operational downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, increasing service efficiency.
- Trained junior engineers on equipment operation and troubleshooting techniques, fostering skill development.
- Customized technical solutions based on client specifications, driving customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing service requests and providing technical solutions.
- Boosted service quality by continually updating technical knowledge and staying current with industry trends.
- Created relationships with key decision-makers and served as external technical spokesperson.
- Improved system efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and root cause analysis of technical issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installations and repairs, prioritizing a safe work environment at all times.
- Provided customer feedback to team to facilitate project road map and relationship planning.
- Assisted in the creation of user manuals and documentation for ease of reference during routine maintenance tasks.
- Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tomball High School
Tomball, TXSkills
- Task prioritization
- Quality control analysis
- Information analysis
- Client communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Decision-making skills
Timeline
Sr Subsea Surveyor
Moduspec
01.2016 - Current
Sr Surveyor and Installation Manager
Subsea Solutions
06.2006 - 09.2015
Service Engineer
National Oilwell Varco Inc
08.1997 - 06.2006
High School Diploma -
Tomball High School