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Vikaldo Hunte

Santa Cruz

Summary

Innovative Structural Designer recognized for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in AutoCAD, structural analysis, and 3D modeling, ensuring precision and quality in design projects. Possess strong problem-solving, communication, and project management abilities, excelling in collaborative environments to deliver results that meet client specifications and industry standards.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

STRUCTURAL DESIGNER II

Alvair Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
  • Provide draughting support for initial engineering designs, modifications, repairs, and bill of materials
  • Perform structural walk-downs for onshore and offshore facilities, identifying integrity and safety issues.
  • Created accurate 3D models of complex structures using AutoCAD and Revit software packages.
  • Developed detailed shop drawings and fabrication documents for structural steel components.
  • Assisted in the design process by creating cost effective solutions to challenging problems.
  • Performed field inspections of existing structures to verify dimensions, conditions, and other factors.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers on a variety of projects from conception through completion.
  • Analyzed data from load calculations, stress analysis, finite element analysis, and other engineering methods.
  • Utilized CAD and CAE tools to generate design concepts quickly while meeting customer requirements.
  • Conducted quality assurance reviews of all work produced by junior staff members before it was submitted for client approval.

DESIGNER

Wood
01.2015 - 10.2023
  • Provide draughting support for initial engineering designs, modifications, repairs and bill of materials
  • Serrette Platform Rig- Readiness Prepared structural design drawings, structure installation drawings and the preliminary Bill of Materials for Joe Douglas Rig to Workover Deck Access Platform & Walkway
  • Immortelle Platform TAR-Prepared existing structure demolition drawings, structural design drawings, modification drawings, installation drawings, and the preliminary Bill of Materials for Vent Boom Stair Repairs, Upper Deck Plate Repair, and Deck Coaming.
  • Upper Deck & Production Deck- Handrail Repairs, Sump Deck Access Walkway Repairs, MMC Building Stair & Landing Replacement & Vent & Gas Scrubber Skid Repairs
  • Cassia A- Platform Modifications Prepared existing structure demolition drawings, structural design drawings, modification drawings, installation drawings and the preliminary Bill of Materials for Cellar Deck Firewall Modification, Production Deck Extension, Cargo Trolley, Barrel Rafts Support Framing, Knotted Rope Stations & Production Deck Wind Wall Upgrade
  • Cashima Platform TAR Prepared existing structure demolition drawings, structural design drawings, modification drawings, installation drawings and the preliminary Bill of Materials

Projects also worked on outside of bpTT's are:

  • Prepared structural design, installation, and modification drawings for various platforms
  • Caisson Removal, Cassia B Platform Subsea Anode Installation & Cassia B Platform Caisson & DWS Replacement
  • BPTT - Immortelle Platform Laydown Area. Prepared structural design drawings, structure frame installation drawings, and the preliminary Bill of Materials for Platform Upper Deck Laydown Area.
  • MHT Access Services - Chimney Maintenance Platform. Prepared structural design drawings, structure frame installation drawings, and the preliminary Bill of Materials for Chimney Stack Anchor Platform.
  • BPTT - Cashima Platform Rig Readiness Prepared structural design drawings, structure frame installation drawings, and the preliminary Bill of Materials for Access Platform & Walkway from Joe Douglas Rig To Platform Deck.
  • Tullow Oil - SCM Outer Can: Prepared structural design drawings and preliminary Bill of Materials for SCM Dummy Outer Can Redesign.
  • Chevron - Cabinda Association Underwater Inspection (SIM). This consists of multiple illustrations and inspection drawings to assist the underwater inspection team in identifying structural anomalies found when carrying out periodic assessments.

DESIGNER

Atkins Trinidad
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Expanded portfolio to include structural assessments of onshore and offshore facilities

Projects worked on thus far are:

  • CABGOC - GS Delta Platform Jacket Strengthening Responsible for the preparation of design drawings, installation drawings, 3D models and Bill of Materials
  • bpTT - Cassia A Platform Deck Extension Buoyancy Apparatus Responsible for the preparation of design drawings for the apparatus, installation drawings and Bill of Materials
  • bpTT - Immortelle Platform Boat Guard Repair Clamp Responsible for the preparation of design drawings, installation drawings, 3D model and Bill of Materials
  • bpTT - Flamboyant Platform Dropped Object Assessment Responsible for the preparation of structural design drawings, installation drawings and Bill of Materials for the wellhead protection structure
  • bpTT - Cassia A Platform Helideck Strengthening Responsible for the preparation of structural design drawings for Cassia A Platform Helideck member strengthening
  • bpTT - Tucker Energy Spreader Beam Responsible for the preparation of structural design drawings for the modifications to the spreader beams to receive Tucker Energy's equipment over wellheads on Platforms Cassia A & Mahogany B Drilling Decks
  • bpTT - Structural Integrity Management for fleet of Platforms (S.I.M 2014) Responsible for Structural Walkdown & Inspection Reports
  • Responsible for FMS Data Migration & Updating
  • Responsible for preparation of database drawings

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT INSPECTOR

Ministry of Works and Infrastructure
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Performed thorough equipment and machinery inspections to confirm safety compliance.
  • Assessed potential hazards through thorough visual inspection and testing
  • Conducted routine inspections on production lines to spot issues needing repair or replacement.
  • Analyzed data collected during inspections to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Implemented corrective action plans efficiently
  • Delivered technical assistance in developing quality control systems.

Welding & Equipment Sales

Rentals Trinidad Limited, IWES
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Produced standard design, custom unit, and fabrication drawings for CCUs
  • Provided technical advice and support to customers on a range of equipment sales.
  • Explained product specifications, features and benefits to potential buyers.
  • Researched industry trends, competitors and customer needs to identify new business opportunities.
  • Created monthly reports detailing sales activities, performance metrics and forecasts.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

CHARGE-HAND C.M.E, Land, Ministry of Agriculture
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Prepared preliminary road infrastructure designs for the Rural Access Road Rehabilitation and Maintenance Programme
  • Measured road dimensions using survey data from the Ministry’s Survey Unit.
  • Created preliminary access road designs based on contours
  • Drainage designs included various sizes of box culverts, cylinder crossings, box drains, invert drains and earthen vee drains
  • Managed detailed costing from initial clearing to final paving stages including drainage solutions
  • Compilation of Tender documents based on Bill of Quantities
  • Monitoring of contractor after contract has been awarded
  • Conducted written, photographic, and video status reports for each designated road

DESIGNER/SUPERVISOR

Lee Young & Partners Consulting Engineers and Project Managers
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Onsite for the construction of the Nucor-Nu Iron plant in Pt.Lisas where entire foundation plan was modified to cater to Trinidad's conditions
  • Infrastructural drawings for ETECK Park in Point Fortin including land contouring, Sewer Systems, surface drainage systems, water reticulation system, retention ponds, fire protection water supply and road layouts (using AutoTurn application for AutoCAD) with all markings, caution lights and signs
  • Prepared civil infrastructure engineering drawings inclusive of floor plans, sewage line plans, water connection plans and drainage profiles
  • Working closely with design professionals in office and onsite to prepare detailed structural design drawings
  • Converted drawings from foreign contractors to local standards for onsite interpretation
  • Assisted in the design and maintenance of the Office Draughting Standards
  • Coordinated Employee Enrichment Programme with CAD technicians leading discussions on AutoCAD functions

Education

Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET -

Falck Nutec The Centre of Excellence Macoya Road
Tunapuna

Safety Training Observation Program (STOP) -

BPTT 5 - 5a Queen's Park West, Port of Spain

Some College (No Degree) - COW/Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSoW) Level 1

University of Trinidad And Tobago

Certificate in Supervisory Management Auto Mechanics Level 1 -

University of West Indies City and Guilds
Gordon St., St. Agustine

C.I.T.2 (Construction Industry Technician- Diploma Level -

Automation Technology College
Corner Clifford & Mc Donnel St. Curepe

Revit Architecture Level 1 – Introduction To Modelling Autodesk AutoCAD Level 3 – Draughting in 3D -

Central Technology Centre Limited
99 Montrose Main road, Chaguanas

Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture Level 2 – Project Management -

School of Business & Computer Science

Certificate in Microsoft Project 2007 -

School of Business & Computer Science
53-54 Sagan, Champs Fleurs

Occupational Safety and Health Administration – Training for the General Construction Industry -

Autodesk AutoCAD Level I- Architectural Drafting

Central Technology Center Limited

Certificate in Microsoft Project -

01.2007

Skills

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Load Calculations
  • Construction management
  • Structural analysis
  • Seismic design
  • Site and environmental analysis
  • Systems Engineering
  • Construction methodology

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

STRUCTURAL DESIGNER II

Alvair Ltd.
11.2023 - Current

DESIGNER

Wood
01.2015 - 10.2023

DESIGNER

Atkins Trinidad
01.2014 - 01.2015

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT INSPECTOR

Ministry of Works and Infrastructure
01.2013 - 01.2014

Welding & Equipment Sales

Rentals Trinidad Limited, IWES
01.2011 - 01.2013

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

CHARGE-HAND C.M.E, Land, Ministry of Agriculture
01.2006 - 01.2011

DESIGNER/SUPERVISOR

Lee Young & Partners Consulting Engineers and Project Managers
01.2004 - 01.2006

Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET -

Falck Nutec The Centre of Excellence Macoya Road

Safety Training Observation Program (STOP) -

BPTT 5 - 5a Queen's Park West, Port of Spain

Some College (No Degree) - COW/Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSoW) Level 1

University of Trinidad And Tobago

Certificate in Supervisory Management Auto Mechanics Level 1 -

University of West Indies City and Guilds

C.I.T.2 (Construction Industry Technician- Diploma Level -

Automation Technology College

Revit Architecture Level 1 – Introduction To Modelling Autodesk AutoCAD Level 3 – Draughting in 3D -

Central Technology Centre Limited

Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture Level 2 – Project Management -

School of Business & Computer Science

Certificate in Microsoft Project 2007 -

School of Business & Computer Science

Occupational Safety and Health Administration – Training for the General Construction Industry -

Autodesk AutoCAD Level I- Architectural Drafting

Central Technology Center Limited

Certificate in Microsoft Project -

Vikaldo Hunte