Ian Latumbo

Dedicated Registered Electrical Engineer with over 12 years of industry experience spanning project management, technical sales, and comprehensive electrical design. Proven track record of delivering quality results under tight deadlines and providing hands-on, on-site support to ensure implementations align perfectly with design specifications and rigorous occupational safety standards (NFPA70, IEC, NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, PEC). Highly proficient in architectural lighting design, generating precise photometric data and technical reports, and executing full-scale project installations.

Passionate about continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and bridging the gap between theoretical engineering and practical, on-site execution.

Project Engineer - Light Ave - Parañaque

(2022-11)

• Establish and maintain strategic business relationships with consultants, project managers, architects, and end-users to build long-term partnerships.
• Develop and implement B2B/B2C sales plans, analyzing market trends, researching emerging project opportunities, and calculating budgets for new RFQs.
• Provide comprehensive pre-sales technical assistance and product education, guiding clients on product functionality, technical specifications, and applications.
• Negotiate client agreements covering costing, product specifications, lighting design simulations, and installation timelines.
• Lead on-site installation, electrical termination, testing, commissioning, and after-sales troubleshooting.
• Design and draft visual marketing materials, including company profiles, catalogs, and presentations.
• Key Projects: House of Representatives Session Hall & People's Center (ME SICAT), Admiral Grandsuites (Anchor Land Holdings), H&M SM Sta. Rosa, Glas Tower Project, Nestlé Philippines Office (Rockwell Center), Converge ICT Project.

Sales Engineer - Stealth Ventures Corporation - Quezon City

(2021-08 - 2022-10)

• Maintained existing accounts and maximized new market development through product presentations, forecasting, and achieving targeted sales goals.
• Monitored the entire sales operation pipeline from order processing to delivery, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and quality control.
• Tracked upcoming construction projects and presented market strategies and sales forecasts to executive management.
• Key Projects: LRT Line 1 & MRT Line 3 Common Station, Alfonso T. Yuchengco Centre Façade Lighting, Luana Lifestyle & Leisure Hotel, Eton Properties Philippines Inc. Residential & Hotels, Lumira Nuvali.

Technical Sales Engineer - Cenit Lighting - Manila

(2016-08 - 2021-08)

• Consistently met and managed an annual sales quota by identifying opportunities through networking, site visits, and client consultations.
• Designed and developed electrical lighting systems, providing customized solutions via specifications, 3D renders, and technical drawings.
• Prepared accurate lighting simulations (AutoCAD, DIALux evo), quotations, proposals, and contracts.
• Provided technical assistance for Luminaires and Lighting Control Systems (DALI, DMX, Wireless Controls, Occupancy Sensors, Daylight Control).
• Lead on-site installation, electrical termination, testing, commissioning, and after-sales troubleshooting.
• Design and draft visual marketing materials, including company profiles, catalogs, and presentations.
• Key Projects: Japan Tobacco International (Highest Materialized Project: 29.34M PHP), Betafoam Corporation, Orani Municipal Hall, Cargill Philippines, Radha Soami Satsang Beas Philippine Building, Ateneo de Manila University.

Technical Engineer - Sonic Lighting and Electrical System, Inc. - Manila

(2015-05 - 2016-01)

• Managed on-site projects, reviewed plans, prepared quantity estimates, and coordinated timely material deliveries.
• Monitored project timelines, promptly resolving setbacks and ensuring clear communication between clients and management.
• Key Projects: Maxim Philippines Operating Corporation, Araneta Center, Adventist Medical Center, International Wiring System Corporation.

Cadet Engineer - KC Electrical Innovation, Inc. - Quezon City

(2014-04 - 2014-08)

• Gained hands-on experience in busduct monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Assisted with service calls, material monitoring, and emergency response operations on-site.
• Conduct field inspections of lighting fixture installations, performing lux level testing to verify compliance with architectural design requirements.
• Key Projects: FEU Institute of Technology, The Amaryllis, Rhapsody Residences, Marriott Grand Ballroom, Belle Grande.

Freelance Electrical Engineer - Transko Co. Trading Electrical and Construction Services

(2014-04)

• Oversee on-site electrical inspection activities, ensuring strict compliance with project specifications, approved material specs, and safety standards.
• Manage testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of major electrical equipment including generators, 1MVA–10MVA transformers, switchgears, and control systems.
• Ensure integration of protection systems, SCADA, and automation for plant monitoring and control.
• Conduct field inspections of lighting fixture installations, performing lux level testing to verify compliance with architectural design requirements.
• Lead technical evaluations, risk assessments, and root cause analyses for electrical faults.
• Key Sub-station & Power Projects: BOHECO I (Panglao Substation, 2017), BUSECO (Sumilao & Aglayan Substations, 69KV Distribution Line, 2016-2018), LEYECO (Baybay Substation, 2021), Texas Instruments (14 Distribution Transformers, 2022), RP Cericos Inc. (138MW Power Plant, 2024).
• Current/Ongoing Projects: Panukulan Wind Turbine Power Plant (5-2.2MVA Power Sub-station), Bugallon Solar Power Project (69KV Transmission Line).

Freelance Lighting Engineer - Self-Employed

(2014-04)

• Specialized Lighting Projects: Xavier School San Juan (Football Field), Mandaluyong Coliseum (Civic Complex), NLEX Segment 7 Tunnel & Connector Road, Volta Bridge (Ghana), Mt. Samat Shrine of Valor (Façade Lighting).

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering - Saint Mary's University (2013)