Richard Ong
Vancouver,CANADA
Summary
To find a challenging position in a growing organization that offers diversified jobs responsibilities in Process / Piping Designer and Field Engineering which utilizes my skill as a responsible, efficient motivator of successful engineering teams.
Diversified experience as a Mech/Piping Designer in Petrochemical and Oil and Gas & Pulp and Paper and other industries in demand of schedule, quality, safety, efficiently and economically run. Capable of proposed Front End Engineering Details (FEED) in Mech. Equipment’s and Pipes layout requirements and development of alternate design layouts of systems as required. Perform 30% 60% and 90% 3D model review with client operation group. Class 3 Material Take Off. Develop, scope, and implement maintenance and capital projects related to corporate strategic initiatives Provide technical support for plant projects as project team member or mechanical discipline leader Investigate a proper pipe material and life expectancy suitable for the type of process. Use Navisworks Review in the field for clear and concise communication with multiple contractors during installation Review of P&I D’s, Equipment’s and Piping Layouts, Vendors drawing, check piping isometrics and inter disciplines as reference drawings Field coordinated the work with multiple contractors on site with respect to safety and quality of work, and adherence to applicable codes, standards and design documents Intensive travel to site to validate existing pipe materials and tie-in locations for new pipe. Familiar with a wide range of international codes standard use in the chemical and petroleum field (ASTM, API, ASME, ANSI, NACE & etc.)
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Piping Designer Lead
Fortis BC Woodfibre Compressor Stations
- Proposed conceptual equipment’s and piping layout in 3D model for V1 - Coquitlam Eagle Mountain Compressor Station after field validating.
- Responsible FEED for V1 - Coquitlam Eagle Mountain Compressor Station – 2 x 25,000 hp Electric Drive Motors Compressor
- V2 – Squamish Compressor Station 2 x 16,000 hp Gas Drive Motors Compressor and Custody Transfer Station (CTS) 1 x 4,000 hp. Gas Drive Compressor.
- Review vendor (Solar) package for IFC
- 3D Model (30% (60% and 90%) review with client for comments and approval.
- A class 3 and 5 Piping Materials Take-off from 3D model.
- Issued piping isometrics drawing for stress review.
- IFC piping iso for construction.
Piping Designer Lead
Solaris Management Consultant Incorporate
09.2009 - 12.2025
- Proposed conceptual equipment’s and piping routing for 3 new Well Pads in
- Revamp and retrofit existing plant.
- Demolished, removed and reuse existing equipment’s on new plant sites.
- Field validates and updates existing pipes that need to be demolished capped or blind flanged.
- 30% 60% and 90% 3D model review with client and comments
- Class 3 Material Take Off.
- Project: Paramount Resources Ltd
Senior Mechanical Piping Designer / Plant Maintenance (Polyethylene Plant 2)
Nova Chemicals, Joffre, Alberta
Joffre, Alberta
09.2005 - 01.2009
- Design new pipe route, layout and details and generated piping isometric using PDS software
- Involve in material investigation to upgrade existing pipes
- Prepare and administered engineering designed packages for implementation and construction
- Perform a field pre-check list on pipes and supports prior to turnover to operation
- Field validate P&I D’s and piping red line drawings and As Building and transfer to document control department
- Work closely with engineers and other maintenance disciplines to ensure design systems were accurate and materials procured in a timely manner
- Rectify problems in the field as per Request For Information (RFI) from contractor’s
- Use Smart Plant Review to create clips for piping and equipment for discussion
- Use SAP software to create materials, and checked existing materials and equipment maintenance history
Senior Mechanical / Piping Designer
SNC Lavalin, Calgary, Alberta
Calgary, Alberta
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Field checked new piping route and ensure all designs are follow according to P&I D
- Investigate site on new plant layout vs. existing plants to check clash and elimination
- Modify existing pipelines of 2D drafting by using AutoCAD software
- Field identify existing pipe tie-ins location for new piping interface
- Field verify existing Piping Material Identification
- Create new pipeline & equipment by using 3D Auto plant
- Check P&I D, piping orthographic (2D) and isometric drawings prepared by others
- Update existing Line list Designation and input new data for new tie-in lines
- Project: Desulphurization Gasoline Project, Husky Energy, Prince George
Stantec Engineering, Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
04.1999 - 01.2004
GKO Engineering, Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
11.1997 - 03.1999
Columbia Engineering Int'l, Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia
04.1996 - 10.1997
West Coast Energy Inc. Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia
06.1995 - 03.1996
NLK Consultant Inc. Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia
04.1989 - 05.1995
Kloeckner Veost Alpine Consortium, Sabah, East Malaysia
Sabah, East Malaysia
11.1985 - 03.1987
Tenaga Ewbank Consultant, Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia
06.1984 - 10.1985
Toyo Engineering Corporation, Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia
06.1983 - 05.1984
Robblett Industries Construction Corporation, Trengganu, West Malaysia
Trengganu, West Malaysia
12.1982 - 06.1983
Shell Refining Co. (F.O.M.) Ltd. Port Dickson, West Malaysia
Port Dickson, West Malaysia
09.1979 - 11.1982
Asplen (Far East) Ltd. Senawang Industries, Seremban, West Malaysia
Seremban, West Malaysia
07.1977 - 08.1978
Education
Trade Qualification - Mechanical Engineering
01.2003
Trade Qualification - Mechanical Draftsmanship
01.1977
Skills
- Over 30 years of solid experience in 3D conceptual design of mechanical equipment / piping layout
- System and FEED using CadWorx and Auto Plant and Field Engineering
- Experience of producing Piping isometric, Stress isometric and Piping plan development
- Experience in preparation of Bill of material and Material specification
- Experience in using drafting tools like Microstation, Autocad, Smart Plant Review and Navisworks
- Communicate with Vendors and reviewing Vendor’s drawings
- Extensive field experience in communicate and assisting contractors in installation problems
- Extensive field experience in validate and As Built existing drawings
- Experience in both new projects (Green Projects) and revamping projects (Brown Projects)
- Operating System:
- Window
- Application Software:
- PDS, Microstation, Smart Plant Review, 3D Auto Plant and Navisworks
- MS Word, MS Excel and Power Point
- WHIMS, H2S Trained, and Fire Safety Training, HAZOP and Risk analysis, Alberta Construction Safety Training, Safety Leadership Training
- Capable communicate in English, Mandrin, Bahasa and Tamil and dialects such as Cantonese, Hokkien, Hakka and Hainanese
- Quick Learner
- Highly motivated
- Capable of training drafters
- Typing (20 word/minute)
- Clean driving record with no citations / accidents
- Pipe support design
- Team collaboration
- Written and verbal communication
- Safety regulation adherence
- Navisworks competence
- 3D modeling expertise
- Proficient in autocad
- Team collaboration abilities
- Material selection
- Hydraulic calculations
- Piping material Take-offs
- ASME code familiarity
- Vendor document review
- Bill of materials development
- Isometric drawing creation
- Constructability reviews
- P&ID interpretation
- Flange class ratings
- System walkdowns performance
- Valve design functions
- Pipe fittings
- Quality assurance compliance
- OSHA and ANSI standards
- Equipment arrangement
- Piping layout design
- 3D piping models
- Effective customer communication
- HAZOP study participation
- Stress analysis proficiency
- Design change implementation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Site inspection
- Microsoft office
- AutoCAD design software
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Measurements and calculations
- Technical troubleshooting
- Interpersonal skills
- Client relations
- Analytical thinking
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Project coordination
- Drafting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety regulations
- CAD drafting
- Quality assurance
- Written communication
- Adaptability
- Continuous improvement
- Time management abilities
- Quality control
- Interpersonal communication
- Professionalism
- Risk assessment
- Goal setting
- Analytical problem solving
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Line list management
- Project management
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Subcontractor oversight
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional Working
Malay
Full Professional
Tamil
Professional Working
Career Focus (Area of interest)
- Energy, Oil & Gas, Chemical and Utilities
- Salary Range: Negotiable per hour
- Willing to relocate: Domestically and Internationally
- Preferred work country: Company relocation
- Work authorization: For any employer in Canada
- Job type: Contract or Long Term
- Most recent job title: Senior Mechanical/Piping Designer Lead, Field Engineering.
- Top 3 Skills: Mech. Piping designer, Field Engineering Coordinator and RFO System Walk Down.
- Highest education: Certification/ Diploma
- Language skills: Fluent in English and writing and others languages and dialects.
- Recreation Activities: Outdoor and Indoor Sports such as Golf, Soccer, Badminton, Volleyball.
Timeline
Piping Designer Lead
Solaris Management Consultant Incorporate
09.2009 - 12.2025
Senior Mechanical Piping Designer / Plant Maintenance (Polyethylene Plant 2)
Nova Chemicals, Joffre, Alberta
09.2005 - 01.2009
Senior Mechanical / Piping Designer
SNC Lavalin, Calgary, Alberta
01.2004 - 08.2005
Stantec Engineering, Edmonton, Alberta
04.1999 - 01.2004
GKO Engineering, Edmonton, Alberta
11.1997 - 03.1999
Columbia Engineering Int'l, Vancouver, British Columbia
04.1996 - 10.1997
West Coast Energy Inc. Vancouver, British Columbia
06.1995 - 03.1996
NLK Consultant Inc. Vancouver, British Columbia
04.1989 - 05.1995
Kloeckner Veost Alpine Consortium, Sabah, East Malaysia
11.1985 - 03.1987
Tenaga Ewbank Consultant, Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia
06.1984 - 10.1985
Toyo Engineering Corporation, Kuala Lumpur, West Malaysia
06.1983 - 05.1984
Robblett Industries Construction Corporation, Trengganu, West Malaysia
12.1982 - 06.1983
Shell Refining Co. (F.O.M.) Ltd. Port Dickson, West Malaysia
09.1979 - 11.1982
Asplen (Far East) Ltd. Senawang Industries, Seremban, West Malaysia
07.1977 - 08.1978
Piping Designer Lead
Fortis BC Woodfibre Compressor Stations