RUDDY KAPESA
Aubrey,TX
Summary
Licensed Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Cum Laude graduate from an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program with progressive experience in land development, utility design, drainage, and transportation infrastructure projects. Experienced in federal and DOT-related utility relocation and coordination, including ComEd utility relocation for Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) roadway projects. Strong background in grading, hydrology & hydraulics, stormwater management, and multidisciplinary project coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
HBK Engineering, LLC
08.2024 - Current
- Serve as Project Engineer supporting electric utility infrastructure and transportation coordination projects.
- Lead civil and utility design efforts for ComEd utility relocation associated with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) roadway improvements.
- Prepare construction drawings, relocation plans, and profiles using MicroStation and GEOPAK in accordance with IDOT standards.
- Perform field investigations, utility conflict analysis, and constructability reviews.
- Coordinate with transportation engineers, survey teams, and right-of-way personnel.
- Support cost estimating, material takeoffs, scheduling, and bid documentation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local infrastructure regulations.
- Quanta Services
Civil Engineer
JBI Partners
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Support residential (single-family) and commercial land development projects including grading, drainage, and utility design.
- Design storm drainage systems using Rational Method and H&H calculations.
- Develop water, sewer, and storm networks using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Prepare full civil plan sets including grading, erosion control, utilities, signage, and sidewalks.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for budgeting.
Intern Structural Engineer I
Tower Engineering Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed structural analysis of communication towers and foundations.
- Modeled structures using analysis software and engineering tools.
- Generated formal engineering reports and recommended structural modifications.
Civil Engineering Intern
City of Arlington
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Reviewed development plans for compliance with city standards.
- Assisted engineers and developers in meeting public improvement requirements.
- Supported grading, roadway, and stormwater system design.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2021
Skills
- Water, Sewer & Storm Drainage Design
- Hydrology & Hydraulic (H&H) Analysis
- Utility Relocation & Coordination (ComEd / IDOT)
- Grading & Site Development (Residential & Commercial)
- Erosion & Sediment Control Design
- Roadway & Foundation Design
- Structural Design (Concrete & Steel)
- Project Coordination & Technical Review
Certification
Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
Software
AutoCAD Civil 3D
MicroStation & GEOPAK
RISA 2D & 3D
HydroCAD
HY-8
Microsoft
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Engineer
HBK Engineering, LLC
08.2024 - Current
Civil Engineer
JBI Partners
08.2021 - 08.2024
Intern Structural Engineer I
Tower Engineering Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2021
Civil Engineering Intern
City of Arlington
02.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of Texas At Arlington