Hugo Barone Tank Mech. Engineer P.Eng Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Tank, Piping, Pressure vessel, PSV and PRV reliability integrity facilities program in Suncor distributionWestern region BU terminals, reviewing and coordinating aboveground and underground storage tanksand pressure equipment. I propose innovative technologies to improve tank operation quality andreduce RBI inspections based on engineering assessment.• Reviews plant equipment operating parameters and initiates technical discussions with operationsas related to optimal operability.• Piping crossroads and riser investigation on assets with no inspection information• Review and recommend/implement changes to the annual review of the planned maintenanceprograms and equipment audit to defer inspection based on risk-based assessment.• Review risk matrix and effectively provide an assertive solution to maximize equipment life andoperation.• Pressure equipment validation and review of maintenance records to comply with regulations andmaintain inspection program effectively. • Subject matter expert in API 653, API 650, API 579

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Provide reliability support for aboveground and underground storage tanks. Lead the tank integrity facilities program in Suncor distribution BU terminals, reviewing and coordinating on aboveground, underground storage tanks and pressure equipment. I propose new technologies to improve tank operation quality and reduce the number of inspections applying RBI based on engineering assessment and tank history. • Analyze corrosion rates and mechanical damage on tank equipment and prepare a work scope to minimize equipment shutdown. • Reviews plant equipment operating parameters and initiate technical discussions with operations as related to optimal operability. • Review and recommend/implement changes to the annual review of the planned maintenance programs and equipment audits to defer inspection based on risk-based assessment. • Review risk matrix and effectively provide an assertive solution to maximize equipment life and operation • Pressure equipment validation and review of maintenance records to comply with regulations and maintain inspection program effectively. • Subjet matter expert in API 653, API 650, API 579

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Construction of three storage tanks reviewing and resolving issues as a tank field engineer. Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities and developing field conditions.Extensive hands-on field experience working in a live oil and gas facility.Performed constructability reviews consisting of independent, structured construction bid documents to promote coordination, eliminate ambiguity and minimize project issues per project manager requirements.Trouble-shooting, collaboratively and issue resolverControlled technical engineering activities to maintain work standards, design, adhere to timelines and meet quality assurance targets.Field erection oriented for tank project

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Supported several business units in the developed and planned scope of work for maintenance and repair projects, applied regulatory compliance and review project calculations and drawings. Instigating and proposing a cost-effective solution to equipment issues• Drove overall saving of $3 million costs by extending inspection cycles on storage tank assets• Reduced more than $2 Million in operation based on investigations of integrity issues of tank issues• Maximized support to tank operation, maintenance and inspection as per API 653• Revitalized Underground Storage tanks maintenance and retrofit them to meet new regulations avoiding fines and penalties• Developed and planned scope of work for maintenance and repair projects.• Reviewed and wrote a standard for storage tanks including Hydro Test, Tank Warning system and Overfill Protection, Design of Fire System (Low Expansion NFPA 11) for Storage tanks.• Experience with ASME piping codes, National Board, ASME Section VIII Div 1, NFPA codes, CSA Z662• Provided field support and manufacturing support to operations.• Ensure designs are completed and fit for intended purposes, conform to internal design practices and requirements, and compliant with external codes, standards and regulations.• Tank Integrity plan for liquids operation, including maintenance and fit for service.• Facilities Integrity Engineering, coordinated hazards and barriers documentation risk assessment for Tank Terminal• Helped to boost workflow by a 25% increase in efficiency during construction and identified areas of need for equipment and systems improvement• Assisted operations during commissioning and start-up.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Supported design in FEED / EPC /PMC of multi-million-dollar client level projects. Initiated and managed all Requests for Information (RFIs). Reviewed all shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the project's duration.• Demonstrated tank consulting support in design, construction and maintenance, resulting in cost-saving throughout bid evaluation by simplifying the process • Implemented expertise in technical service to the project deliverable, equipment, design and construction• Reviewed client specifications and Tank drawings for a small project. • Completion and execution of the tank design and scope of work for the project• API 650, API 12P, API 12F, API 620, UL142, ULC 601, including other tank specs.Tank consulting, expert support, estimating, design.• Prepare equipment datasheet, specifications and material requisition (Pressure Vessel - ASME Sec VII Div 1, Air Cooled Heat Exchanger - API 661, Diesel Pumps, Flare Stack-API 521, Diesel/water Filters, Modules. Well Pads).• Resolving complex technical issues and coming up with fast, efficient solutions• Expertise in providing technical service to the project and familiarity with all types of FEED deliverable, equipment, design and construction progress reviews.• Extensive use of ASME IX and CSA 662• Supporting design in FEED / EPC /PMC of multi-million dollar client level projects.• Prepared equipment specifications, calculations, technical BID evaluation, datasheets and bid package • Designed specifications for equipment and purchased static mechanical equipment as required in the facility.• Provided technical support to the project team, including managing and interpreting technical drawings, modules, heater package• Assisted expediting efforts for materials, equipment and services’ delivery to different site locations• Experience with ASME piping codes, National Board, API 650, ASME Section VIII Div 1, NFPA codes, CSA Z662, ASME IX

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Handled several projects as project engineer scheduling, drafting, material, equipment, design and procurement • Prepared overall cost estimates including a selection of equipment, working hours, materials and got budget approval for projects from $1M up to $30M • Collaborated with EPC/engineering contractor and established timelines and deadlines • Verified welding procedures including WPS and PQR to assist field construction • Expertise in preparing cost estimates, including selecting equipment, working hours and best budget approval. • Design and calculation of API 650 tanks, including Internal/External floating roof tanks, Cone tank (Self-supported and Supported) • Work as a design engineer in several projects, ensuring the schedule for drafting, material, equipment, design, and procurement are in time and according to the client specifications. • Experience in interpreting specifications and preparing technical proposals. • Prepare the procedures for tank erection, hydro-test. • Assist the welding engineer to work on welding procedures, including WPS and PQR, to assist the field, warehouse as per client specification requirements. • Application of welding requirements as per ASME IX section VIII and IX • Working knowledge of mechanized welding procedures for a fabrication welding shop and site • Highly analytical testing methodology: NDT & related heat treatment per projects specifications • Demonstrates strong analytical, problem solving, decision making, organizational and time management skills.

Venezuela And Canada

Coordinated field tank construction as per API 650 and supervised 80+ field workers, including the superintendent, forepersons, safety and office staff. I evaluated daily production, schedule and budget projections. Reconciles job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project. Approved and applied Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs)• Progressive learning and understanding of all process involved shutdown, drawings, design for tank terminal construction and plant shutdowns• In charge of executing assigned projects and for the total administration with a budget of $70M and saving it overall by 11%.• Assisted field procurement in inspection and receipt of materials. Reduced the time of organizing the new materials and equipment. I saved working hours and equipment costs by 12%. • Prepares material requisitions and work packages EWP.• Documented all welding activities and generated bi-weekly reports to management• Supervised and inspected the installation of mechanical systems, according to schedule by reducing construction time by 15%.• Extensive involvement in decision making, job task planning and organizing.• Review blueprint for a remark the new equipment needs to be installed on the site, saving work time and making the workers perform more effectively.• Maintained quality assurance per client standards for all weld joints and testing documentations.• Input to the quantity tracking applications and reports weekly installed quantities.• Safe Work Plans and Inspection Test Plans. Prepared project reports. Reviewing engineering and design schedules, working hours and budgets.• Working closely with QA/QC and welder supervisor on-site to learn all welding and testing process • Proposed appropriate construction execution plans and controls.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Mechanical Engineering, 3.32

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