Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
References
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Kemar Calvin

297 Poinciana Drive Cedar Grove Portmore Jamaica

Summary

I am a highly skilled and motivated mechanical engineer with over 8+ years of proven experience in the manufacturing industry with regard to mechanical designs, project management, procurement, construction supervision, safety and quality

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROJECT MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Petrojam Limited Oil Refinery
01.2016 - Current
  • Lead the activities of project proposal that include development of scope, function, interrelationship, integration, physical solution definition, cost estimate, etc
  • Lead project execution for project proposal, initiatives, studies and continuous improvement of solutions
  • Review cost estimates, recommendations from vendors, consultants, and licensors
  • Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans,) and report regularly on project status
  • Collaborate and maintain a consistent coordination with the project team, analyze their requirements, understand and record plant information
  • Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects
  • Maintain safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations
  • Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, performance standards and specifications
  • Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions
  • Conduct technical risk assessments as they relate to the projects
  • Coordinate and run all engineering reviews related to projects
  • Apply principles of project management in performing engineering activities.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER CONSULTANT

North Path Engineering
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Provide mechanical engineering support to various projects (mechanical, civil) in Jamaica
  • Conduct site visits, construction supervision, and quality checks for projects in Jamaica.

PROJECT MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN

Petrojam Limited Oil Refinery
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Prepared scope of works, bill of quantities, specifications and cost estimates for civil works and mechanical works
  • Prepared daily permits for the commencement of works for projects
  • Facilitated and completed installation activities for the projects in terms of crew/contractor supervision.

LIFEGUARD/MAINTENANCE TECH

Community Pools
05.2014 - 09.2014
  • Monitored pool safety by watching swimmers for signs of distress
  • Troubleshoot and repair all pool equipment.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN

Limco Engineering
03.2014 - 05.2014
  • Performed energy audits
  • Designed and execute re suppression systems for buildings
  • Prepared documentation for project schedules, reports and scope of work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering -

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY JAMAICA
07.2014

Skills

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, SAP, Microsoft Suites (MS Project, MS Visio, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret industrial, manufacturing and technical schematics, diagrams, drawings and blueprints
  • Proficiency in navigating and applying the ASME codes and other NFPA codes to ensure compliance in mechanical installations
  • Proficient in Piping Fabrication and Installation, Principles and Operation of Pumps, Cooling Towers, Boilers, Tanks & Pressure Vessels
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Project Planning

Projects

Design & Installation of Wastewater Treatment Plant, $10M USD 

Mechanical Project Engineer

The design and implementation of a treatment facility to comply with the Effluent Standards. 


Design & Installation of Fire Suppression System for Loading Bay, $1.5M USD 

Project Manager/ Mechanical Project Engineer

The design and implementation of a foam suppression system to for protection of the Loading Bay facilities in compliance with the requisite NFPA codes.


Montego Bay Berth 2 Upgrade Project, $800K USD

Project Manager/Project Mechanical Engineer

The project involved the design and installation of three (3) pipelines via directional drilling at the Montego Bay Port to allow for increased berthing options for product vessels and cost saving benefits. 


Replacement of Corroded Pipelines for Refinery (2019-2022), $750K USD

Project Manager/Project Mechanical Engineer

The project involved the replacement of all different piping material based on the Refinery Inspectors recommendation on the Refinery Unit for the yearly Shutdown/Turnaround period.


Red Stripe LPG Facility, $715K USD

Project Manager/Mechanical Project Engineer

The design and installation of a facility to distribute propane to Red Stripe boilers and engines for energy savings.


Refinery Water Improvement Project, $700K USD

Project Manager/ Mechanical Project Engineer

The design and installation of two deep well pumps and associated piping to supply the Refinery Unit with the required flow rate and decommission to usage of public water to achieve a cost saving benefit of US$50,000.00 per month. 


Installation of Foam Laterals for Loading Facility Tanks, $570K USD

Project Manager/ Mechanical Project Engineer

The project involved designing and implementation of foam lateral piping to meet NPFA codes for Loading Facilities. 


Retrofitting of Tanks for Jet Fuel Service, $550K USD

Project Manager/ Mechanical Project Engineer

The design and implementation of piping and tanks to accommodate the change of service from Diesel to Jet fuel, through cleaning repair and installation of piping in accordance to EI/JIG standards.

Accomplishments

  • PMI Project of the Year Award 2019Montego Bay Berth 2 Upgrade Project
  • Petrojam Project of the Year Award 2022: Refinery Water Improvement Project - 2nd Place
  • Petrojam Project of the Year Award 2019: Montego Bay Berth 2 Upgrade Project - 2nd Place

Certification

  • ASME B31.3 Piping
  • ASME BPVC Section VIII Div. 1
  • Inspection, Repair and Alterations of In-service Pressure Equipment
  • EI/JIG Standard Quality Assurance Requirements
  • NFPA 13
  • Risk Management
  • First Aid Training
  • Industrial Fire Fighting
  • Business Ethics

Affiliations

  • Project Management Institute
  • American Society of Mechanical Engineers
  • Professional Engineer Registration Board of Jamaica (PE-05/01158)

References

References available upon request

Timeline

MECHANICAL ENGINEER CONSULTANT

North Path Engineering
05.2021 - 05.2023

PROJECT MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Petrojam Limited Oil Refinery
01.2016 - Current

PROJECT MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN

Petrojam Limited Oil Refinery
01.2015 - 12.2015

LIFEGUARD/MAINTENANCE TECH

Community Pools
05.2014 - 09.2014

MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN

Limco Engineering
03.2014 - 05.2014

Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering -

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY JAMAICA
Kemar Calvin