FREDERICK TORRALBA
Edmonton
Summary
Seasoned design professional with 15+ years in the Oil & Gas and construction sectors, specializing in petrochemical, refinery, and hydro power plant projects. Proven ability to work effectively in team settings on both small and large-scale initiatives, utilizing creativity and sound judgment to address challenges. Familiar with key international standards including CEC, NEC, and IEEE. Skilled in drafting and 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD, SmartPlant 3D, and Navisworks, along with calculation software like Dialux and Visual Lighting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Designer
STANTEC
Edmonton
09.2017 - Current
- Design and draft construction drawings including single line diagrams, electrical layouts, cable tray route, lighting, motor power & control schematics, cable/conduit schedules, and lighting panel schedules.
- Prepared Equipment / Material Requisition, Data Sheet, Technical Query to vendor and Technical Bid Evaluation.
- Perform 3D modeling works for cable tray, lighting and electrical equipment’s. Perform 3D model review.
- Interface with other design disciplines to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
- Perform electrical calculations including lighting illumination, cable tray sizing, cable sizing, voltage drop and heat trace.
- Review vendor drawings and update our designs accordingly.
- Assist the Lead Engineers and other designer as required.
- Other duties as assigned
Electrical Designer
WORLEYPARSONS CANADA EDMONTON OPERATION
Edmonton
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Company Overview: MAJOR PROJECTS
- Completed the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) for Potash Mining Project.
- Designs and drafts of electrical drawings (Single Line Diagrams, Equipment Layout) based on the project specifications and Canadian Electrical Code.
- Performs design calculation such as Electrical Load List, Heat Rejection, Illumination, Feeder Cable Sizing.
- Performs 3D Modeling of electrical cable trays.
- MAJOR PROJECTS
Electrical Designer
WORLEYPARSONS CANADA EDMONTON OPERATION
Edmonton
11.2012 - 09.2014
- Company Overview: HYDROCARBON, PIPELINE BUSINESS UNIT
- Designs and drafts of electrical drawings based on the project specifications and Canadian Electrical Code.
- Performs design calculation such as Voltage Drop, Illumination, Feeder Cable Sizing.
- Performs 3D Modeling of electrical cable trays.
- HYDROCARBON, PIPELINE BUSINESS UNIT
Electrical Designer
JACOBS ENGINEERING SINGAPORE PTE LTD
Singapore
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Performs 3D Modeling of Underground trench and duct bank with the use of PDS.
- Performs 3D Modeling of Lighting with the use of PDS.
- Attend formal model review for 3D modeling.
- Performs 3D Model collision detection and resolve 3D Model collision.
Electrical Designer
KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD
Singapore
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Preparation of Detail Design for Underground Trench and Duct bank Section Drawings.
- Performs 3D Modeling of Underground trench and duct bank with the use of PDMS.
- Attend formal model review for underground 3D modeling.
- Performs 3D Modeling of Lighting with the use of PDMS.
Electrical Design Engineer
GS Engineering & Construction Corp.
Seoul
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Performs Basic and detail design activities pertaining to electrical systems, hazardous area classification plan and schedule, Power layout, grounding and lightning protection layout, lighting layout, communication layout, substation equipment layout, installation details for each system, cable laying schedule, cable schedule, lighting panel board schedule, cable drum schedule.
- Preparation of motor and electrical load lists.
- Prepare calculation for load flow and short circuit current, voltage drop, motor starting, re-acceleration Studies with the use of ETAP software, and sizing of electrical equipment.
- Preparation of material take-offs and requisitions, carrying out technical bid analysis, clarification meeting with vendor and checking/approval of vendor prints.
- Selection and use of design software for electrical calculation.
- Preparation of electrical equipment modeling and clash checking with piping & structural.
Electrical Design Engineer
Chiyoda Philippines Corporation
Pasig City
06.2003 - 08.2007
- Leads project execution, design and control of all electrical works involved. Also review and interprets design requirement.
- Designs and drafts of electrical drawings based on the project specifications, codes And standards and other related drawings and document for the following category.
- Supervise, instruct, control and provides technical guidance to Jr. Designer for quality and schedule of electrical cadd drafting works.
- Checks & review completed electrical drawings; material take-offs & summary based on the drawings issued & other necessary related documents.
- Reports problems or design clarifications to the Lead Engineer / Senior Engineer.
- Prepares & submit to the Lead Eng'r. / Senior Eng'r necessary reports for the work category assigned.
- Coordinate with Japanese counterpart in Chiyoda Yokohama Main office for clarification regarding Project execution during design stage.
Skills
- Energy and construction design
- Problem solving and judgment
- Creativity and innovation
- International standards compliance
- MicroStation and AutoCAD proficiency
- 3D modeling expertise
- SmartPlant 3D and Navisworks skills
- Lighting calculation tools proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Electrical Designer
STANTEC
09.2017 - Current
Electrical Designer
WORLEYPARSONS CANADA EDMONTON OPERATION
09.2014 - 10.2015
Electrical Designer
WORLEYPARSONS CANADA EDMONTON OPERATION
11.2012 - 09.2014
Electrical Designer
JACOBS ENGINEERING SINGAPORE PTE LTD
04.2012 - 10.2012
Electrical Designer
KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD
01.2011 - 03.2012
Electrical Design Engineer
GS Engineering & Construction Corp.
01.2008 - 01.2011
Electrical Design Engineer
Chiyoda Philippines Corporation
06.2003 - 08.2007