Pedro Jr Arceno

Highly skilled and accomplished Mechanical Piping Engineer with 20 years of experience in the Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical industries. Specializing in mechanical piping design, engineering, construction supervision, and project management, with expertise in both greenfield and brownfield projects. Proven track record in managing design, execution, and commissioning phases of large-scale projects, while ensuring the adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Proficient in CAD software including MicroStation, PDS, SmartPlant, and Navisworks. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, delivering complex projects on time and within budget, and maintaining high standards of quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Sr. Design Tech Specialist - Sadara Chemical Company - Jubail, Saudi Arabia

(2014-08)

• Executed in-house capital projects from conceptual design through construction and close-out.
• Prepared engineering drawings including Mechanical, Civil, Piping, and P&IDs for FEL/FEED phases.
• Led drawing reviews and quality checks before submission to project stakeholders.
• Supported field inspections and site surveys to validate design accuracy and implementation.
• Updated engineering documents post-construction for as-built records and final archiving.
• Collaborated with project managers and engineers to prepare competitive design bid packages.

Piping Engineer (Site Construction) - Foster Wheeler International Corp. - Thailand

(2013-09 - 2014-04)

• Addressed technical queries from clients and subcontractors during construction.
• Resolved pipe clashes onsite and issued revised isometric drawings.
• Managed field design changes and construction-related technical instructions.
• Performed line checks and pipeline quality inspections per project standards.
• Supported material control, ensuring timely requisition of construction materials.
• Ensured compliance with specifications through routine site monitoring and inspections.

Piping Design Engineer (Design Office) - Foster Wheeler International Corp. - Thailand

(2013-05 - 2013-08)

• Verified piping layouts from P&IDs to ensure design integrity and standard compliance.
• Participated in 3D model reviews to identify and resolve design clashes.
• Conducted consistency checks between isometrics, specifications, and design layouts.
• Validated equipment models based on vendor drawings and specifications.
• Reviewed piping material take-offs aligned with project requirements.
• Coordinated with designers and project engineers for drawing revisions and updates.

Project Engineer - Chiyoda Philippines Corporation - Philippines

(2012-08 - 2013-04)

• Oversaw progress of engineering deliverables and monitored man-hour utilization.
• Facilitated weekly interdisciplinary meetings to align project timelines and deliverables.
• Prepared detailed engineering status reports for internal and client communication.
• Reviewed documents from various disciplines to ensure submission readiness.
• Managed coordination of 3D model reviews and client feedback resolution.
• Acted as key liaison between project stakeholders and technical teams.

Project Engineer - Chiyoda Corporation - Yokohama, Japan

(2010-11 - 2012-07)

• Coordinated HAZOP action item closures and cross-discipline implementation.
• Managed subcontractors for EPC LNG tank packages and training documentation.
• Tracked subcontractor performance against schedule and project milestones.
• Assisted in evaluating change proposals and variation claims.
• Facilitated weekly progress reporting and construction updates to stakeholders.
• Ensured closure of client model review comments by coordinating with engineering teams.

Senior Piping Designer - Chiyoda Philippines Corporation - Philippines

(2009-03 - 2010-09)

• Designed piping systems from GA drawings and P&IDs for 3D modeling integration.
• Conducted piping material take-offs and verified isometric drawing accuracy.
• Developed detailed pipe support designs with consideration of flexibility and loading.
• Ensured consistency between equipment models and vendor specifications.
• Prepared civil/mechanical interface drawings including lugs and nozzle orientations.
• Supported inter-discipline coordination for smooth design workflow and review cycles.

Field Piping Engineer / Supervisor - CTJV (Chiyoda-Technip Joint Venture) - Qatar

(2007-05 - 2009-02)

• Supervised fabrication, installation, and erection of piping systems in accordance with approved isometric drawings and project specifications.
• Coordinated with clients and subcontractors to resolve punch list items and ensure project deliverables met acceptance criteria.
• Conducted thorough pipeline inspections and line checks to ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Modified and updated isometric drawings based on site conditions and actual installation.
• Managed the documentation and validation process for as-built drawings to support Mechanical Acceptance Certificate (MAC) issuance.
• Ensured timely closure of engineering and construction-related comments to meet project handover deadlines.

Piping Designer - Chiyoda Philippines Corporation - Philippines

(2003-08 - 2007-04)

• Developed piping layouts, routing plans, and isometric sketches for integration into PDS 3D modeling systems.
• Ensured alignment and consistency between P&ID diagrams, isometric drawings, and material take-offs (MTO).
• Performed clash detection and layout verification using SmartPlant Review (SPR) for constructability analysis.
• Modeled equipment and piping components based on vendor drawings and technical specifications.
• Designed and drafted special pipe supports using MicroStation, ensuring mechanical integrity and field applicability.

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Mindanao State University, Main Campus