Dennis Urquiola, CAD Design Engineer

Dennis Urquiola

CAD Design Engineer

Eram Engineering Company/Marafiq Power & Water Utility Company

Location
Philippines - Davao
Education
Bachelor's degree, BS (Electrical Engineering)
Experience
23 years, 1 Months

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Total years of experience :23 years, 1 Months

CAD Design Engineer at Eram Engineering Company/Marafiq Power & Water Utility Company
  • Saudi Arabia - Jubail
  • My current job since March 2022

Roles:
• Providing AutoCAD-designed concept drawings to all Engineering Disciplines for Marafiq Power & Water Utility Company Projects, which are subjected to feasibility study estimates, costing and budget approval by the Board of Directors in the company.
• Working on the design concept drawing plan using AutoCAD or BricsCAD programs for various disciplines starts from Electrical, Civil & Structural Detailing, Sanitary Plumbing, Water Pipeline, Wastewater Pipeline, and their isometric drawings, sections details and Estimates.
• Engaging in mechanical pipeline design such as GRP and Ductile Iron Pipes with diameters ranging from 500 to 1500mm.
• Involving in concept design projects on Marafiq Beach Camp and Sports Facility, Permanent Operation Office Building in Berri, Water Refilling Station in Yanbu and the Construction of Additional 10unit Valve Chamber with butterfly valve sizing ranging from 500 to 1500mm diameter.
• Detailing installation drawings for the valve chamber and fabrication detail drawings for a Cylindrical Steel Tank with dimensions of 2m height and 2m diameter.
• Assisting and supporting the team in reviewing applicable standards such as MARAFIQ and Royal Commission, SAES, NEC, IEEE, IEC and any relevant BS standards to support project proposals.
• Achieving saving through cost saving measures like selecting equipment of low power consumption with high performance techniques, ensured completion in minimum turnaround time with effective resource utilization to maximize output while adhering to set compliances. ·
• Tracking & analyzing project activities with a key emphasis on quality, drawings, specifications, standards & codes; reviewed schedule & managing budget for cash flow requirements.
• Coordinating with architects, external consultants, clients and engineers looking after electrical systems to resolve all issues arising during project execution, multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical systems with other building services.

CAD Design Engineer at Hassan Abdul Karim Al Ghatani & Sons/Marafiq Power & Water Utility Company
  • Saudi Arabia - Jubail
  • August 2015 to March 2022

Roles:
• Pioneered the implementation of cutting-edge design methodologies, leveraging emerging technologies to optimize productivity and streamline workflows.
• Crafted comprehensive design documentation, estimates, meticulously detailing specifications and requirements to facilitate seamless communication across departments and stakeholders.
• Mentored and coached junior team members, cultivating a culture of continuous learning and professional development to nurture top-tier talent within the organization.
• Acted as a subject matter expert in CAD software and design principles, providing invaluable insights and guidance to inform decision-making at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Involving in concept design projects on PS-56A Pump station bldg. & 34.5kV primary voltage Electrical control room includes 1200mm dia. GRP pipeline, a 15km distance underground routing waste water pipeline from PS-56A to ITPW-9, Construction MV Switchgear & RMU room.
• Championed quality assurance processes, conducting rigorous reviews and analysis to identify potential issues and ensure deliverables consistently met or exceeded rigorous quality standards.
• Collaborated closely with project managers and senior leadership to define project scopes, timelines, and resource allocations, optimizing project outcomes while adhering to budgetary constraints.
• Established and maintained robust relationships with external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and regulatory agencies, to drive collaboration, facilitate feedback, and mitigate risk throughout the design process.

Electrical Supervisor at Mommad Al Mojil Group (MMG)
  • Saudi Arabia - Eastern Province
  • December 2010 to June 2015

Roles:
• Led a team of three personnel under my supervision during the execution of the Aramco Wasit Inlet Gas Plant, Aramco Wasit Industrial Supports Facilities (ISF) and MH1 & MH@ Maaden Rack Phosphate Projects as Electrical Supervisor in Project Engineering Department.
• Oversee all electrical & instrumentation works for the Aramco Inlet Gas Plant & ISF project for the construction of essential facilities building such as Security Gatehouse, Administration Building, Maintenance Bldg., Fire Station Bldg., Dining Hall Bldg., Mosque, Gas Station, Power Utility Bldg., Lift-station, 4-unit 1km Piperack, 3-unit 13.8kV Primary Power Substation bldg. & Transformer yard, 3-unit Process Interface Bldg. (PIB), Operation & Maintenance bldg., Underground Pump Station bldg. and 3-unit Standby Diesel Generator Bldg.
• Oversee all electrical & Instrumentation works roughing-in of underground power distribution cables & LV power cables, grounding cables, cable trays and cable ladders, street lighting, conduit pipes & fittings and etc. etc. of which electrical method used for the
• Oversee all electrical & Instrumentation of all roughing-in works of Ma’aden Phosphate MH1 & MH2 Projects for the construction of Silo’s, Stack yard bldg., 34.5kV Primary Voltage Substation bldg., 5km conveyor and Loading & Unloading Train Station.
• Anticipated & manages the electrical scope, ensuring alignment with Aramco standards and specifications while minimizing cost impacts of the electrical equipment installation such as MV & LV Power Transformer, MV & LV Switchgear, UPS & Battery Rack, FAS, ATS, MCC Panels, Capacitor Bank, Distribution & Control Panels, Generator, MV & LV U/G electrical cables laying, Grounding System, Cable trays and Termination and Testing works, Switch-racks and 12m height Gas Plant Street lightings and provide submittal for testing and commissioning procedure.
• Implement meticulous selection processes such submittals of technical drawings, electrical materials and devised optimal installation methods, Inspection checklist, pre-commission & testing method and maximizing efficiency without compromising quality and identify precise specific specifications include detailed drawings, dimension and applicable certification to meet the project specification standards.
• Managed the electrical works within the allocated budget of approximately 125 Million Riyal, contributing significantly to the successful completion of the Engineering Design, Procurement, and Construction Projects.
• Provided the MTO as per IFC drawing in order to make a check and balance of the Bid Quantity versus actual installed material quantity and site supervision to support the Project Construction Department team to make sure the workmanship is in accordance with the approve plan and standards.
• Preparing of Work Progress Billing includes the project change order Costing per Manhour labor rate include the equipment cost and the total project cost for electrical works is 70 Million riyals.

Electrical Engineer at Al Muta’ahed Electrical Contracting Est.
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • August 2009 to September 2010

Roles:
• Perform an electrical designer, CAD draftsman and electrical estimates & costing as per manhour labor rates and material canvassing in residential and commercial flat projects in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain & Sharjah area in UAE.
• Provide a technical evaluation of the system, performance, reliability and suitability supported with electrical design calculation for the selecting of electrical equipment such as Power Transformer, Switchgear, Capacitor Bank, DPs, ATS, Cable Sizing, Conduits & Cable Trays filling and electrical material specification of the projects and in accordance with the Electricity Wiring Regulations and Supervision Bureau in UAE to minimized the expense as per allocated budget cost.
• Perform design plans for Telecom & Data, FAS, CATV & CCTV and Sanitary Plumbing & Waterline Piping for residential and commercial flats bldg.

Electrical Engineer at Mega Quantum Electrical Contractor
  • Philippines - Manila
  • January 2009 to August 2009

Roles:
• Perform electrical designer, CAD draftsman, electrical estimates & costing as per manhour labor rates and material canvassing in residential, Hight-rise building condominium and industrial bldg. projects in Manila Philippines.
• Perform a technical evaluation of the system, performance, reliability and suitability supported with electrical design calculation for the selection of electrical equipment such as Power Transformer, Switchgear, Capacitor Bank, DPs, ATS, Cable Sizing, Conduits & Cable Trays filling and electrical material specification of the projects and in accordance with the PEC standard to minimized the expense as per allocated budget cost.
• Perform design plans for Telecom & Data, FAS, CATV & CCTV for residential and condominium, warehouse and fabrication shop bldg.
• Perform site supervision and project consultations and inspection.

Electrical Engineer at Shade Corporation Ltd
  • Saudi Arabia - Eastern Province
  • September 2006 to October 2008

Roles:
• Led the electrical team and supervised the work with 15number of personnel include two (2) Leadman and assign for the construction Aramco KJO Headquarters Office and SCECO Facility improvement in Al Khafji area Eastern province Saudi Arabia.
• The project scope is to construct as per tender drawings of the all electrical utilities such building lighting, street and area lights, power socket, MV Power transformer, LV Transformer, MV & LV Switchgear, ATS, MCC, Capacitor Bank, DP & CP panels includes FAS, CCTVs, PA, T&D Panel, Generator Set, Drop-arm gate barrier and Water control irrigation, U/G Power distribution cables.
• Perform technical evaluations for the electrical system test and simulation and it involved assessing of performance, reliability and suitability of the electrical equipment and materials such as conductor resistance insulation test, voltage stability, power factor, electrical load capacity and fault current tolerance and compliance with the standard.
• Perform hand-on electrical works in accordance with IFC plan and safety work standard and give a demonstrate on how to execution the work as their guide to be follow by the worker if the available manpower is less skilled to expedite progress work accomplishment.
• Perform planning and work scheduling for the weekly and monthly progress reporting and Testing & commissioning of the completed projects.

Electrical Engineer at First Kuwaiti Trading and Construction
  • Iraq - Baghdad
  • December 2005 to April 2006

I perform IFC drawing modification, Site supervision, daily Progress reporting, conduit & pipes roughing-in

Electrical Engineer at Promode Construction Corporation
  • Philippines - Mabalacat City
  • April 2004 to December 2005

Project site execution for all electrical utility Installation and supervision for 50MW coal generated Power Plant Street Lightings, Distribution Panel, Power Distribution Cables, Grounding System, Control & Instrumentation cables, cables tray testing and commissioning.

Material Control Engineer at Philippine National Red Cross Davao Chapter
  • Philippines - Davao
  • January 2000 to July 2002

Material Inventory for Incoming and Outgoing materials, verifying the quantity of material installed versus material received and installed, material canvassing and selection approved material as per vendor quotations.

Substation Switchboard Operator at Cebu Industrial Park & Developer Incorporated
  • Philippines - Cebu City
  • November 1998 to January 2000

Substation monitoring & reading of hourly power consumption, load current, power factor, transformer oil temperature, relay battery backup & etc.

Education

Bachelor's degree, BS (Electrical Engineering)
  • at University of Mindanao
  • March 1997

BS Electrical Engineering Graduate and more familiar and expertise in electrical design estimation & constructions

Specialties & Skills

Cost Engineering
Estimates
Electrical Design
Electrical Engineer
LEADERSHIP
COLLABORATION
TIMELINES
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
ELECTRICAL DESIGN & ESTIMATES
POWER DISTRIBUTION
COMMISSIONING
INSTALLATION
SWIMMING
SITE IMPLEMENTAION & SUPERVISION
CAD DRAFTING & DETAILING

Languages

English
Intermediate

Memberships

Saudi Council of Engineers
  • Electrical Engineer
  • December 2015
Philippine Professional Regulation Commission
  • Professional Electrical Engineer
  • July 2021
Philippine Professional Regulation Commission
  • Registered Electrical Engineer
  • December 1997
Regulation Supervision Bureau, UAE
  • Engineers Registration Certificate
  • January 2010

Training and Certifications

Electricity Wiring Regulation Electrical Engineer Certificate (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2010
Valid Until:
January 2013

Hobbies

  • Music lover and I like Playing Guitar and Singing and Saxophone, Sports Minded
    Once I participate in the sport event called sprint Triathlon and I end up in 16th place for all the 45number of participants.