Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Key Strengths And Competencies
Training
Competitive Skills
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Art Ruszell Castro

Art Ruszell Castro

MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Caloocan City

Summary

To apply the theories and skills that I had learned from my experience and to become a Professional Mechanical Engineer in the near future.

Results-driven Mechanical Design Engineer with 7 years of experience and training in engineering design creation. Leverages mechanical engineering techniques, drafting designs and industry best practices to consistently accomplish project goals. Determines feasibility, analyzes end-user experiences and assesses long-term objectives and costs when devising solutions. Talented in transforming detailed technical specifications into efficient, effective and quality designs. Collaborates well with teammates to complete technical projects on time and within budget.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

BIM Modeler Mechanical

Arab Engineering Bureau-Manila
11.2024 - Current

-Involves Water Supply and Drainage layout Layout Design, Clash detection for all MEFPS utilities during Coordination

Projects:

  • Medical Facility for Qatar Energy-Detail Design 100%, Clash Detection
  • New Central Prison-Schematic Design, Design Development 100%, Clash Detection
  • New Central Prison SITEWIDE INFRAWORKS-Schematic Design, Design Development 100%, Clash Detection
  • Court Complex-Design Development 100%
  • Les Vagues SM 09-Design Development 100%, Clash Detection
  • Les Vagues SM11-Detail Design 100%, Clash Detection
  • Les Vagues SM 08-Schematic Design, Design Development 100%, Clash Detection
  • Les Vagues SM 10-Schematic Design, Detail Design 100%, Clash Detection
  • Royal Shashin Falconry Centre-Design Development 100%, Clash Detection, Issued for Tender
  • Toyota PDI-Design Development 100%, Clash Detection
  • PPP-14 School Package-Design Development 100%, Clash Detection
  • Skills Acquired: REVIT Software, Navisworks, HAP 4.9 & 6.1, Pipe and Duct Sizing McQuay

TSD MEPFS Coordinator/ BIMD Coordinator/ Supervisor-in-charge

Makati Development Corporation
08.2022 - 11.2024

Project: Park Central Tower, South Tower and North Tower (Commercial and Residential Area)

  • Involves Design Issues, coordinating for better solution with Consultants and Construction Management Group
  • Provides proposal shop drawing based on actual site condition using REVIT 3D and AutoCAD.
  • Ensure all plans are coordinated before the execution process.
  • Reviewing of Plans and Project Management Instruction before implementation
  • Procore Software for Submittals creation and Workflow Approval Method (RFA, RFI and WAP)
  • Refinement process for Anadem/ Penthouse Floors due to lack of plans. (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Sanitary, Wall Setting out, Reflected Ceiling Plan, Box Setting-out, Floor and Wall Tile Setting Plan, Clash Detection Plans) these are used for generating of Issued Plan for Construction (IFC).
  • Refinement/ Proposal on Drainage, Sewer, Exhaust and Fire protection System using Revit 3D Modeling due to property line design Issue.
  • Involves on training new CAD Operator to BIMD Modeler
  • Alignment on drawing based on old and new plans to avoid confusion on site implementations.
  • Site validation of major critical design for proposal and design coordination purposes.
  • Instruct operations and Quality Assurance Team on Latest Plans, Instructions or Methodology that should be used for implementation.

HVAC Design Engineer

MD HVAC Philippines Corporation (MIDEA)
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Involves Cooling Load and Duct Design using ASHRAE and SMACNA
  • Coordinated with engineering group and other disciplines to develop new system designs.
  • Drafted system and equipment designs using CAD software.
  • Prepared reports and studies to resolve open technical issues.
  • VRF Design, Chiller, and Air Handling Unit using Software for equipment Selection (with seminar of MIDEA Product)
  • Product Presentation on Consultant and Contractor


Projects:

1. KTV Bar Project- Detailed Design using VRF equipment and Duct Ventilation System

2. Pru-Life Quezon City Office Detailed Design using VRF equipment

3. Chaoshan Hotpot Restaurant-Paranaque City- Detailed Design using VRF equipment and Duct Ventilation System


Software and References:

-HAP, ASHRAE 62.1 & 62.2 Ventilation and Indoor Quality, ASHRAE 90.1 Energy Efficient Design, Pipe and Duct sizing McQuay Software, SMACNA Ductsizer.

Project Engineer-Design Estimator

Philippine Iron Construction and Marine Works Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2022
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Mechanical Engineer CAD Designer for Air-Conditioning, Ventilation, Fresh Air, Plumbing, Sanitary Piping, Tank and Fire Protection Standards
  • Tank Design and Estimate (Via API 650, API 620)
  • Fire Protection Design and Estimate (Via Fire Code and NFPA Codes)
  • Estimates for bidding of Mechanical Works on Japan Gas Corporation
  • Fire Protection Maintenance on Loc N Stor 24/7 Company
  • Air-Conditioning Unit Maintenance (Trained by DAIKIN)
  • Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator
  • Estimate and Design Basic Civil Works
  • Fabrication Shop Scheduler Manpower Distributor


PROJECTS:

  • Terumo Philippines Inc.-Chiller Equipment Installation- January 19 to February 28, 2022
  • Terumo Philippines Inc.-Piping Works, Dec 1 to Dec 30, 2021
  • Banam Global Inc.- Warehouse Painting- Nov 5 to Dec 17, 2021
  • PICMW Office Renovation (2 Storey Building)- Installation and Assembly of Air-Conditioning Units, Ventilation, Fresh Air, Plumbing and Sanitary Works- January 2021 to Present
  • WINLEX Phil.-Bocaue Bulacan- 40MT Glue Tank Erection- April 2021
  • San Miguel Yamamura Packaging Corporation, Bacoor Cavite- EPC Shutdown works (Assembly and Installation of Manhole, Platform and Angle beam on Furnace)- November 2020
  • Sta Lucia- 50k Gallons Elevated Water Tank Erection and Piping Connection- Oct 2020 to June 2021
  • Loc n Stor North Edsa Storage- Fire Protection- March 2020 to August 2020
  • Loc n Stor JP Rizal- Storage Assembly-January to February 2020
  • JG Summit, Pinamucan Batangas- Column Towers Shutdown Works-Oct 2019 to Nov 2019

Project Engineer-Estimator

Xiphoid Incorporated
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Company Overview: Contractor of Petron Oil and Gas Company
  • Fabricator of Oil Tanks and Pipings
  • Maintenance of fabricated pipe structure and tanks
  • Contractor of Petron Oil and Gas Company

Sales Intern

Power Steel Trading Company
04.2016 - 05.2016
  • Focuses on Sales Department
  • Purchasing Encoder

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of The East
01.2012 - 04.2017

Skills

    BIM execution planning

    Navisworks competence

    3D modeling expertise

    Coordination management

    Training and mentoring

    Construction documentation

    Architectural detailing

    IFC collaboration

    Adaptability to change

    Fabrication modeling

    Professional certification pursuit

    Collaborative workflows

    Building systems

    AutoCAD

    Revit

    3D modeling

    Multitasking Abilities

    CAD drafting

    Project coordination

    Solidworks

Certification

I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Accomplishments

  • Representative of BrainMesh InterUniversity, Mechanical Engineering Quiz show, 09/18/15, University of the Philippines Diliman
  • Team Manager, Shell Eco Marathon Philippines, UE Manila Team 2017
  • PRC Mechanical Engineer Board Passer, 09/01/17
  • Passed Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5, 12/02/18

Affiliations

  • Team Manager, Shell Eco Marathon- (SEM Philippines), A.Y. 2016-2017
  • Vice President Internal, University of the East-Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (UE-PSME), A.Y. 2016-2017
  • Secretary External, University of the East- Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (UE-PSME), A.Y. 2015-2016

Key Strengths And Competencies

  • Good behavioral character and sociable
  • Good Listener
  • Strong determination and hardworking
  • Well versed in English Language
  • Flexible and team player
  • Perseverance to learn new knowledge and skills

Training

  • PSME LUZON REGIONAL CONFERENCE, 07/01/22, 9hrs
  • Construction Engineering-Fundamentals, Operation and Power Plant Safety, 06/25/22, 3hrs
  • Construction Safety and Health Course for Site Officer, 02/19/18 to 02/23/18, 40hrs
  • HVAC Design, Installation and Maintenance, 12/01/16
  • Electrical Inspection, Audit and Safety, 01/09/17

Competitive Skills

  • Proficient in MS Word, MS Office, PowerPoint
  • Proficient in Welding and Carpentry Works
  • Excellent in Designing Detailed 2D and 3D Drawings using Auto-CAD
  • Proficient in 3D Drawings using SolidWorks, Sketch-Up and Revit BIM 3D Softwares
  • Good Communication and Writing Skills
  • Excellent in problem solving and analytic skills.

Timeline

BIM Modeler Mechanical

Arab Engineering Bureau-Manila
11.2024 - Current

TSD MEPFS Coordinator/ BIMD Coordinator/ Supervisor-in-charge

Makati Development Corporation
08.2022 - 11.2024

HVAC Design Engineer

MD HVAC Philippines Corporation (MIDEA)
03.2022 - 08.2022

Project Engineer-Design Estimator

Philippine Iron Construction and Marine Works Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2022

Project Engineer-Estimator

Xiphoid Incorporated
11.2017 - 04.2018

Sales Intern

Power Steel Trading Company
04.2016 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of The East
01.2012 - 04.2017
Art Ruszell CastroMECHANICAL ENGINEER