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Leonidas Zissopulos

Medellin,COR

Summary

I am a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with a comprehensive background in industrial and commercial refrigeration, ventilation (HVAC), and mechanical maintenance. Over the past 5 years, I have honed my skills in MEP system design, specializing in HVAC systems. My expertise extends to a diverse array of design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, HAP, Xpower, Building Diamond, Wrigsofth, and Bluebeam.


Key Competencies:

  • MEP System Design: Proficient in designing and optimizing Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, with a specialization in HVAC systems.
  • Software Proficiency: Adept at utilizing a wide range of design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, HAP, Xpower, Building Dyamond, Wrigsofth, and Bluebeam.
  • Adaptability and Innovation: Known for an astonishing ability to adapt, I have successfully tackled complex challenges by leveraging my expansive knowledge and innovative problem-solving skills.
  • Thermal Load Calculations: Expertise in performing thermal load calculations, duct design for air, and selection of air conditioning and ventilation equipment.
  • Piping Systems Design: Proficient in designing pipes for chilled water systems, whether cooled by air or cooling towers.
  • Cost Estimation: Well-versed in preparing metric computations for accurate cost estimations, ensuring efficient project budgeting.
  • Maintenance and Optimization: Evaluated existing systems for maintenance and optimization, generating technical reports, calculation reports, and descriptive memoranda.
  • Leadership and Teamwork: Demonstrated strong leadership and teamwork abilities, fostering effective collaboration with customers, suppliers, and contractors to meet project requirements optimally.


Notable Achievement: One of my significant achievements involved detecting a malfunction in an air extraction system resulting from miscalculated pressure drops within the duct system. Through on-site measurements and innovative thinking, I successfully solved the issue by redesigning a section of new duct and introducing a new centrifugal fan capable of withstanding the pressure drop.


With a proven track record and a commitment to excellence, I am poised to bring my skills and adaptability to contribute effectively to your projects.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

MEP Project Coordinator

Reliable Contractors Co. Ltd
04.2023 - Current

1. Comprehensive MEP Project Coordination:

  • Overseeing all residential and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with job specifications and local codes.

2. Schedule and Resource Management:

  • Creating and maintaining project schedules with milestones and deadlines, continuously monitoring progress.
  • Establishing and tracking necessary resources per project, keeping material estimates up-to-date, maintaining equipment logs, scheduling manpower, and managing tools inventory.

3.Project Logistics:

  • Coordinating resource logistics in collaboration with management and site teams to minimize delays, maximize production, and ensure safety procedures.
  • Managing material and equipment logistics, working with vendors, freight forwarders, customs, and REC staff for the collection and handling of materials at each site.

4. Efficient Communication and Documentation:

  • Proactive communication with clients, contractors, and subcontractors, documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings.
  • Drafting MEP projects in AutoCAD under the supervision of the Lead Designer, executing calculations as instructed, and maintaining a log of changes and revisions.

5. Inspection and Permit Management:

  • Coordinating Building Control inspections and handling all permit-related matters.

6. Thorough Documentation:

  • Creating and maintaining detailed documentation for each phase of the project, including summary reports, logging and tracking information, classifying changes, and ensuring that the entire REC team is up-to-date.

7. Strategic Development and Risk Mitigation:

  • Developing project strategies, assessing project risks and issues, and providing solutions where applicable.
  • Undertaking project-specific tasks as required.

8. Preliminary Estimates:

  • Providing preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.

9. Participation in Training and Community Work:

  • Actively engaging in company training programs and community activities.

10. Optimization of Project Management Processes:

  • Implementing new organizational tools and software to streamline project management processes.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Improved MEP system efficiency by designing and implementing energy-saving solutions.
  • Enhanced building performance through the development of sustainable MEP designs.
  • Optimized HVAC systems for increased comfort and reduced energy consumption.
  • Collaborated with architects and other engineers for seamless integration of MEP systems into building design.
  • Review blueprints using BlueBeam

Mechanical Engineeer II (HVAC)

ESM Engineers
09.2023 - 12.2023

1. Mechanical Design Achievements:

  • Designed innovative mechanical components, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased production efficiency through the design and implementation of process improvement strategies in mechanical operations.
  • Streamlined assembly lines for optimal performance, resulting in reduced downtime and increased output.
    Improved product quality with the development of robust testing procedures and the implementation of corrective actions.
  • Improved HVAC system performance through thorough evaluations and the implementation of design changes.
  • Optimized energy efficiency for client projects through the development of innovative solutions and designs.
  • Led the calculation of live load, dead load, and wind load for rooftop equipment to ensure structural integrity.

2. Project Management and Collaboration:

  • Managed multiple HVAC projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with architects and construction teams to seamlessly integrate HVAC systems into building designs.
  • Collaborated with multi-discipline team members and contractors, coordinating electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment requirements with other disciplines involved in building design projects.

3. Design and Engineering Responsibilities:

  • Reviewed Field Survey reports, site reviews, and studies to ensure designs align with location specifications.
  • Performed mechanical load calculations, created mechanical HVAC system layouts, calculated duct sizing, and utilized software such as ACCUCOM, AUTO-CAD, HAP, and TRANE software for Mechanical load Analysis in Construction Documents (Blueprints).
  • Designed commercial plumbing systems in accordance with IPC and UPC standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Performed plumbing calculations and created plumbing layout designs. Sized, selected, scheduled, and designed plumbing system components, including fixtures, specialties, and equipment.
  • Managed new construction and building remodel construction designs, including construction administration tasks such as RFI’s, submittals, and field observations.
  • Review blueprints using BlueBeam

4. Commissioning and Evaluation:

  • Evaluated Mechanical systems and developed site-specific commission plans for cooling/heating CRAC units, Ventilation systems, AHUs, plumbing, fire, fuel oil, and BMS systems in various environments for commissioning events.

Mechanical Project Engineer HVAC

RefriAmerica
05.2021 - 04.2023

1. Thermal Load Calculation:

  • Proficient in calculating thermal loads using specialized programs such as HAP and Xpower.
  • Expertise in determining pressure drops within duct systems.

2. Chilled Water System Design:

  • Design and dimensioning of water pipes based on the required flow for both water and air-cooled chiller systems.
  • Extensive experience in designing 2D and 3D mechanical drawings (Autocad & Revit) for ventilation and air supply ducts, pipes for chilled water systems, and copper pipe routes for VRF systems, adhering to international and national regulations (ASHRAE).
  • Utilized exclusive programs from Carrier and LG for precise system calculations.

3. Field Visits and System Optimization:

  • Conducted multiple on-site visits to evaluate, enhance, or troubleshoot existing HVAC systems.
  • Detected and resolved mechanical failures, implementing effective solutions for system improvement.

4. Project Management and Negotiation:

  • Successfully managed the preparation and submission of bids, securing projects through effective negotiation strategies.
  • Engaged in negotiations with clients, ensuring optimal project execution while meeting all requirements.

5. Documentation and Communication:

  • Prepared detailed reports, calculation tables, and descriptive reports for project documentation.
  • Proficient in communication with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution and compliance with all specifications.

6. Equipment Selection and Cost Estimation:

  • Expertise in selecting HVAC equipment based on customer specifications.
  • Prepared comprehensive cost and material estimation computations for project planning using tools such as Microsoft Excel.

Engineer in Maintenance/Production Planning and Control Engineer

Erofey LLC
11.2019 - 05.2022

1. Aircraft Airworthiness Control:

  • Evaluate and control all airworthiness aspects, including ADs, SBs, STCs, and other directives, ensuring their applicability to the managed aircraft.
  • Ensure continuous compliance with applicable airworthiness and operational directives.

2. Maintenance Program Oversight:

  • Control the establishment and development of the maintenance program for the aircraft managed by TD EROFEY, as required by [OTRA 39,61].
  • Evaluate technical records to verify compliance with approved modifications and repairs.

3. Regulatory Compliance and Approval:

  • Present the maintenance program to BCAA for approval.
    Manage the establishment and development of the Minimum Equipment List (MEL).

4. Non-Mandatory Modification Management:

  • Manage non-mandatory modifications following the incorporation policy.

5. Maintenance Program Planning and Coordination:

  • Plan and coordinate maintenance programs, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Develop Engineering Orders and technical work cards to meet customization requirements.

6. Airworthiness Directives Implementation:

  • Apply airworthiness directives, including the replacement of limited-life parts and HARD TIME component inspections.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics

Los Andes University
Merida Venezuela
12.2019

Skills

  • Cost Management
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Change Management
  • Budget Coordination
  • Project Coordination
  • HVAC/MEP Design
  • Building automation systems
  • Geothermal systems
  • Client relationship management
  • HVAC system design
  • Refrigeration systems
  • Supervision and leadership

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Mechanical Engineeer II (HVAC)

ESM Engineers
09.2023 - 12.2023

MEP Project Coordinator

Reliable Contractors Co. Ltd
04.2023 - Current

Mechanical Project Engineer HVAC

RefriAmerica
05.2021 - 04.2023

Engineer in Maintenance/Production Planning and Control Engineer

Erofey LLC
11.2019 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics

Los Andes University
Leonidas Zissopulos