XAVIER DWIGHT RAMIREZ
Manila,Philippines
Summary
PRC Licensed Mechanical Engineer with experience in piping design, industrial maintenance, and field engineering in both the Philippines and Japan. Experienced in piping system and piping support design, preventive maintenance of gas compressors and brine cooling systems, compressor overhaul, refrigerant servicing, and equipment troubleshooting. Skilled in using engineering software such as AVEVA E3D and AutoPIPE for 3D modeling and basic stress analysis. Able to work in multicultural environments and communicate effectively with Japanese teams while continuously improving Japanese language proficiency
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Engineer
Maekawa Manufacturing Inc.
Moriya , Japan
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Performed preventive maintenance for industrial gas compressors and brine cooling systems
- Conducted heat exchanger testing, inspection, and cleaning
- Assisted in compressor overhaul and maintenance procedures
- Performed leak testing and troubleshooting of refrigeration systems
- Conducted protection switch testing and safety inspections
- Handled refrigerant charging and system servicing
- Installed and replaced valves and related components
- Prepared technical and project completion reports after maintenance activities
Piping Design Engineer
KHI Design and Technical Services
Pasay , Philippines
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Designed, evaluated, and analyzed piping systems with focus on structural integrity, safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
- Developed 3D piping designs in accordance with Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), Japan Petroleum Institute (JPI), and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards
- Prepared 2D isometric drawings for piping fabrication and installation
- Assisted in ensuring piping layouts complied with engineering specifications, operational requirements, and industry regulations
- Coordinated design considerations for maintenance accessibility, system reliability, and overall plant safety
Piping Design Engineer
Kawasaki Heavy Industries
Kobe, Japan
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Participated in a Kawasaki engineering dispatch program in Japan during the project design stage
- Designed piping systems and piping supports with emphasis on structural integrity, safety, and cost-efficient solutions
- Assisted Japanese engineering team members in design development and project revisions
- Revised and updated 3D piping models, isometric drawings, and piping support drawings
- Coordinated design outputs to ensure compliance with project specifications and engineering standards
Service and Maintenance Engineer
KOBELCO Compressors and Machineries Philippines
Taguig, Philippines
06.2021 - 07.2022
- erformed troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical components of air compressors and dryers
- Led preventive maintenance activities and equipment overhauling
- Prepared quotations for maintenance services and replacement parts
- Built and maintained customer relationships by providing technical guidance on the operation of air compressors and dryers
- Conducted research and analysis of factors affecting machine performance and operation
- Performed commissioning and start-up of new air compressor and dryer units
- Prepared service reports and documented job outcomes after maintenance activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technological University of the Philippines
Manila01-2020
Skills
Engineering Software:
- AVEVA E3D
- AutoPIPE (Basic)
- SOLIDWORKS (Basic)
- ANSYS (Basic)
Engineering & Maintenance:
- Piping System Design
- Static Stress Analysis
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Compressor Overhaul
- Refrigeration System Servicing
- Technical Documentation and Reporting
Language:
- English
- Japanese (JLPT N4 Certified) Communication level
Timeline
Field Engineer
Maekawa Manufacturing Inc.
04.2025 - 05.2026
Piping Design Engineer
Kawasaki Heavy Industries
01.2024 - 07.2024
Piping Design Engineer
KHI Design and Technical Services
07.2022 - 02.2025
Service and Maintenance Engineer
KOBELCO Compressors and Machineries Philippines
06.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technological University of the Philippines