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Dear Sir/Madam:
From your company's web site, I learned about your need for a Structural Designer for the Houston office. I am very interested in this position and believe that my education and employment background are appropriate for the position.
I have extensive experience; 13+ years as a designer/drafter preparing initial rough product designs into working documents in the steel fabrication industry. Since my employment as a designer, I have been able to participate in major profitable projects for the employer. I have outstanding interpersonal skills with a track record of establishing positive relationships with customers.
I have passion for my work and think that my combination of knowledge and experience makes me an excellent candidate for this position.
Enclosed is a copy of my resume, which more fully details my qualifications for the position.
I look forward to talking with you regarding the Structural designer/drafter position with The your company
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Maclean B. Ayerite
5514 Springstone Court
League City, Texas 77573
(713) 858 3975
mayerite[at]msn.com
5514 Springstone Court • League City, Texas 77573 • H :( 281)338-6914 Cell: 713-858-3975 • mayerite[at]msn.com
OBJECTIVE
Structural/Piping design drafting position allowing for transformation of initial rough designs into working documents to create cost effective design structures utilizing (AUTOCAD) and other design tools.
PROFILE
• 13 years AUTOCAD Design and Drafting Experience.
• General Drafting, Mechanical Design, 2D AutoCAD Modeling, AutoCAD Menu Customization,
• Drawing in AutoCAD R14, 2000, 2004 or 2008 DWG Format
• Extensive experience in Steel Structural Fabricator Industry designing building projects for clients
• Extensive experience in architectural/structural design concepts, practices, and procedures
• Talent for identifying customer needs and presenting appropriate company product and service offerings
• Demonstrated ability to gain customer trust and provide exceptional follow-up, leading to increased repeat and referral business
SKILLS SUMMARY
• Design –
o Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of technical plans
o Able to read blueprints, drawings and models
o Knowledge of construction practices and techniques
o Knowledge of symbols and terminology used in civil, architectural and structural engineering drawings
• Computers and Electronics –
o Aided Design (AutoCAD) drafting tools
o Structural CAD
• Other Skills
o Good problem solving skills
o Able to meet firm deadlines
o Self-motivated/self-starter
o Detail oriented
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Structural Designer
TEPSCO ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING. League City, Texas 77573
February 2008-December 2008
• Worked from engineers’ field sketches or rough drawings to produce detailed complex pipe and structural design drawings using computer-aided-design equipment and related software.
• Produced drawings, architectural plans, and designs for review and development of new construction projects
• Conferred with engineering personnel or other designers to make design modifications as required
• Used employed electronic document management practices to manage drawing access and control. Reviewed project close-out documents to ensure they meet defined acceptance criteria
• Electronically produced drawings according to established man-hour budgets
• Resolved design and construction problems by providing technical assistance to construction and sales departments
• Modified drawings by studying changes; redrawing, components, and parts; changing identifications, and maintained data base by entering data; completing backups.
• Assisted with drawing, specification, and other document reproduction by manually operating printing equipment and/or photocopier or coordinating printing services through outside vendors
• Involved in problem-solving sessions to find solutions to complex engineering problems.
Structural Designer
INGENIUM INC. Houston, Texas 77063
February 2007-June 2007
• Worked from engineers’ field sketches or rough drawings to produce detailed complex structural design drawings using computer-aided-design equipment and related software.
• Produced drawings, architectural plans, and designs for review and development of new construction projects
• Conferred with engineering personnel or other designers to make design modifications as required
• Used employed electronic document management practices to manage drawing access and control. Reviewed project close-out documents to ensure they meet defined acceptance criteria
• Electronically produced drawings according to established man-hour budgets
• Coordinated project as-build drawing changes and incorporated them into master existing condition drawings representing architectural information
• Resolved design and construction problems by providing technical assistance to construction and sales departments
• Modified drawings by studying changes; redrawing system, components, and parts; changing identifications, and maintained data base by entering data; completing backups.
• Assisted with drawing, specification, and other document reproduction by manually operating printing equipment and/or photocopier or coordinating printing services through outside vendors
• Involved in problem-solving sessions to find solutions to complex engineering problems.
Architectural Designer/Draftsperson
NCI BUILDING SYTEMS, Houston, Texas
September 1993– February 2007
• Responsible for preparing of architectural drawings for a comprehensive spectrum of custom-engineered structures, including complete building systems for commercial manufacturing facilities, distribution/warehouse facilities, auto dealerships, sports arenas, churches and schools using AutoCAD computer software.
• Prepared working drawings showing plans, elevations, sections, materials and finishes as well as other aspects such as layouts, car parking and landscaping
• Independently produced accurate, to scale working drawings from sketches or instructions. This included: selecting drawing scales, sizes, assigning drawing and file numbers, and ensuring drawings were accurately dimensioned.
• Prepared detailed fabrication and standard product drawings of complex steel structures for plant production with increasing complexity
• Check detailed building drawings used in planning and construction of building projects to ensure that Detailing/Quoting Department documents are in agreement with the contract including modifications.
• Check shop drawings for accuracy and from the view point of making the drawings as clear as possible for plant employees, check and confirm that additional components and accessories are included in the detailing package.
Sales Associate
CarMax AUTO Dealership, Houston Texas
September 2003 – Current
• Interface with customers to identify needs, field questions, and facilitate car sales
• Identify customer needs and present appropriate company product and service offerings
• Collaborate with Customer Care Manager to create strategic plans to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with other departments to promote sales contests, clarify information, and distribute reports
ACADEMIC TRAINING
Houston Community College
Currently enrolled
In pursuit of Pipe Drafting Certification
University of Oklahoma, 1989 - 92
48 of 72 hours towards Bachelor of Architecture ------Incomplete
Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma. 1989
Bachelor of Arts: With special emphasis in Environmental Design
REFERENCE
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