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Valentina Loaiza

Delray Beach,FL

Summary

Results-driven Mechanical Engineer skilled in executing project plans for water treatment and mechanical design. Proven track record of collaborating with project managers to analyze documentation, identify issues, and propose solutions. Aiming to contribute engineering expertise and field experience in a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager role.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field/Office Engineer

Kiewit Corporation
Fort Lauderdale, USA
2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with project managers and field personnel to develop comprehensive plans, schedules, and budgets for water treatment plant.
  • Identify potential issues by analyzing project documentation and specifications, and propose effective solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements, codes, and standards throughout project execution.
  • Streamlined communication between field and office teams, improving project coordination.
  • Documented all project aspects, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence, ensuring transparency.

Mechanical Engineer

Belcan
West Palm Beach, USA
2023 - 2024
  • Executed mechanical analysis and design using AutoCAD and SolidWorks for aerospace applications, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
  • Prepared design documents, including specifications, material lists, and change orders, to support project requirements and facilitate approvals.
  • Ensured accuracy of calculations to support robust engineering practices.
  • Developed drawings that enhanced communication among engineering disciplines, improving collaboration and project outcomes.

Project Engineering Intern

Wharton-Smith
Palm Beach, USA
2023 - 2023
  • Collaborated with project engineer and manager to develop strategic plans for wastewater treatment.

Reviewed and analyzed project plans and contractor bids to facilitate communication with management.

  • Engaged with contractors to clarify objectives and align them with bid proposals.
  • Coordinate project activities to ensure organized workflows within assigned areas.

Engineering Lab Assistant

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, USA
2021 - 2023
  • Prepare and set up lab environments, ensuring optimal organization of materials and equipment for experiments.
  • Provide comprehensive support to students by addressing inquiries. Interface with microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), running simulations, and writing small helper scripts for model automation.
  • Develop small helper scripts for model automation, enhancing experimental efficiency.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
05-2024

Associate in Arts Degree - Engineering

Palm Beach State College
Boca Raton, FL

Skills

  • SolidWorks
  • MATLAB
  • Thermodynamics
  • Statics
  • Project management
  • Arduino
  • Microsoft Office
  • Computer Applications

Certification

  • Florida Stormwater Inspector
  • Certified Unmanned Remote Pilot (Drone)

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Field/Office Engineer

Kiewit Corporation
2024 - Current

Mechanical Engineer

Belcan
2023 - 2024

Project Engineering Intern

Wharton-Smith
2023 - 2023

Engineering Lab Assistant

Florida Atlantic University
2021 - 2023

Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Florida Atlantic University

Associate in Arts Degree - Engineering

Palm Beach State College
Valentina Loaiza