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Redwan Ruben

Redwan Ruben

Rancho Cucamonga, CA, US

 

About 

I have been passionately interested in Architectural design since high school and have been part of teams of professionals, as well as, freelance for the last 40 years. I have also been fortunate to have been given the opportunity to learn many different types of related engineering deciplines within the industry that include Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical. I utilized AutoCAD Civil Land Desktop 3D 2014 using paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration. I also command 3D extrusions and isometric drawing, Surface profiles and alignments, volume calculations, electrical design with line diagrams, schematics, and PD&I.

I steadily freelance for individual clients, but my occupation merits contributions to a successful firm with the appreciation of creativity and growth.

On a personal level, I am an outgoing, fun, and strong individual who lives a balanced and stable life, and holds true to family, friends, and homelife. I enjoy many social events, and hobbies, including outdoor living, games, art and theater. I spend time painting, drawing, sketching, and managing my personal home Art Studio with a website. www.boneheadstudios.net.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Inland Empire Utility Agency, Chino, CA, US, CAD Designer

Designed and drafted construction drawings, and administered related documents for an Engineering team at IEUA. I assisted all Engineers with their facility projects within the Recycled water and water reclamation environment. I assisted in the management and maintenance of seven facilities within the Inland Empire, and provided engineering services for maintenance, capital improvements, and new expansions. My duties included the creation and submitting of drawing sets that involved, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural criteria alongside a CAD team. This included 3D extrusions and isometric drawing, Surface profiles and alignments, volume calculations, electrical design with line diagrams, schematics, and PD&I. I utilized AutoCAD Civil Land Desktop 3D 2014 using paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration. I also coordinated design criteria with clients outside the Agency, and provided document administration assistance for drawing submittals with agency Engineers. I was also responsible for As-built and record drawing archiving.

Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
 

Cannon Associates, Los Angeles, CA, US, Senior CAD Designer

Manager of Cad design for the Civil Engineering team.
Responsibilities included, but were not limited to the design and development of construction plans of fresh water reservoirs and pump stations, water transmission lines and sewer systems involving surface profiles, alignment design, topography and survey, street improvements and land development, site improvements, HVAC, mechanical piping and equipment installations, electrical design in power equipment, line diagrams, schematics, SCADA, and PD&I. Architectural and structural design per code compliance, local jurisdiction requirements. Special skills included management of AutoCAD using paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration. I administered the As-built process with coordination from inspectors, construction crews, and engineers.

Jan 2009 - Aug 2011
 

Brockmeier Consulting Engineers, Santa Monica, CA, US, Senior Civil CAD Designer

Manager of Cad design for the civil engineering team.
Responsibilities included, but were not limited to the design and development of construction plans of fresh water reservoirs and pump stations, water transmission lines and sewer systems involving surface profiles, alignment design, topography and survey, street improvements and land development, site improvements, HVAC, mechanical piping and equipment installations, electrical design in power equipment, line diagrams, schematics, SCADA, and PD&I. Architectural and structural design per code compliance, local jurisdiction requirements. Special skills included management of AutoCAD using paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration. I developed and managed the CAD standards for engineering, and administered the As-built process with coordination from inspectors, construction crews, and engineers.

Apr 2002 - Jan 2009
 

Law Crandall Engineering, Los Angeles, CA, US, Senior CAD Operator

Responsible for the design, development and maintenance of project drawing plans for commercial and industrial construction. Specialized in, but duties not limited to, the design of telecommunication sites, geotechnical and environmental engineering. Familiar with all aspects of the design and approval process via the public sector. Utilized AutoCAD with paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration. Special skills include field inspection, office management, and project coordinating. Extensive knowledge gained in paper space and model space and master external reference files manipulation, scaling, and dimensioning.

Nov 2000 - Feb 2002
 

HC&D Architects, Corona, CA, US, Architectural Designer

Responsible for the design, development and maintenance of project drawing plans for commercial and industrial construction. Specialized in, but duties not limited to, the design of telecommunication sites. Familiar with all aspects of the design and approval process through the public sector. Utilized AutoCAD with paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration. Special skills include field inspection, office management, and architectural rendering.

Apr 1997 - Oct 2000
 

City of Riverside, Public Utilities, Riverside, CA, US, Engineering Aide

Responsible for the design of electrical load calculations, schematics, wiring diagrams, conduit sizing, duct bank designs, and AS-BUILTS, for electrical overhead and underground distribution as related to commercial and residential construction. Duties included plan checks, field inspections, and cost estimating. Utilized AutoCAD with paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration.

Dec 1993 - Apr 1997
 

RWR Pascoe Engineering, Irvine, CA, US, Cad Specialist

Responsible for electrical calculations for sizing feeders, single line diagrams, electrical panel schedules, conduit specifications for exterior and interior lighting as well as main power feeds. Participated in a strong team environment in this position. Utilized AutoCAD with paper space and Model space manipulation, master external reference files, scale factoring, dimensioning, and plotting/printing configuration.

Dec 1992 - Dec 1993
 

Aurora Modular Industries, Riverside, CA, US, Lead Drafter

Varied duties included assisting the Manager of the Engineering in the development of commercial buildings. Responsible for the design and drafting of the architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical plans for the use of the production and installation of temporary commercial buildings. Duties also included being familiar with final approval inspection processes via the Office of the State Architect. Position required strong verbal communication with the Office of Local Assistance, and field inspectors. Knowledge and Compliance to the U.B.C., U.P.C., and the N.E.C. required.

Dec 1988 - Dec 1990
 

Fleetwood Enterprises, Riverside, CA, US, Design Drafter

Varied duties included preparation of architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical plans for new design and production. This included the following skills, but not limited to, bill of material specs, cost estimating, presentation drawings, vender drawing packages, and prototype design layouts. Extensive knowledge of cabinet design and installation methods gained while working in a strong team environment.

Jun 1982 - Nov 1987
 

Education 

San Bernardino Valley College, Liberal Arts - Architecture

Achieved an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts, majoring in Architecture.

Sep 1989 - Jun 1992
 

University of California, Riverside, Computer Aided Design

Achieved intensive classroom training in Computer Aided Design in AutoCad release 10, with a certification.

Jan 1991 - Jul 1991
 

Arizona Automotive and Drafting Institute, Design and Drafting - Architecture

Completed a one year course of intensive classroom training covering principles of construction from residential to commercial with emphasis on practical application of current methods approved by National Building Codes. Presentation drawings and estimating were required subjects.

Jan 1981 - Apr 1982
 

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