Eduardo Cruz

EXPERIENCE

Naperville, IL

02/2025 to Current

Directed multi-discipline teams to formulate engineering designs for nuclear projects.
Resolved conflicts between vendors, contractors, internal staff or other stakeholders related to project objectives.
Developed project plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
Performed quality assurance checks on all deliverables prior to submission.
Conduct weekly status calls with client stakeholders, using technical presentations to share updates and provide meetings minutes.
Implemented engineering modifications for nuclear projects guided by Standard Design Process.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
Collaborated with technical teams to craft successful proposals for nuclear modification projects.
Cultivated and sustained client and vendor relationships to drive long-term growth.

Warrenville, IL

Sr. Project Engineer 02/2020 to 02/2025

Team lead managing the workload of 5 Design Engineers/Sr. Design Engineers with 10+ projects each. Projects involve a variety of gas distribution/transmission design.
Led critical public improvement projects, coordinating gas relocation work with IDOT, Tollway, county and municipal agencies, railroad agencies, environmental agencies, various utility agencies, and private developers.
Executed work plan reviews involving load and vibration analysis for ISTHA, on behalf of Nicor Gas.
Conducted QA/QC reviews regularly to ensure adherence to project quality standards.
Manage multiple projects ranging from $1 million to $30 million in capital investment.
Conducted feasibility studies, tracked purchase orders, and managed schedules to ensure deadlines are met.
Assessed technical feasibility and compliance with different designs in accordance with federal and local requirements.
Conducted a cost analysis on proposed projects and presented the findings to the senior leadership team.
Optimized existing systems by analyzing performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
Resolved conflicts between vendors, contractors, internal staff or other stakeholders related to project objectives.
Reviewed vendor quotations to select the most cost-effective solution while maintaining quality standards.
Coordinated with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders involved in the permitting process.

South Holland, IL

Project Engineer 04/2019 to 02/2020

Conducted drainage studies to determine proper storm system design.
Track and respond to RFIs related to infrastructure projects.
Inspected new construction sites to ensure that they meet all applicable standards and regulations.
Conducted onsite inspections for resurfacing jobs, storm sewer installations and water main/lining replacements.
Served as an assistant resident engineer for multiple infrastructure projects, providing support to senior resident engineers.
Wrote technical reports documenting project progress that led to proper execution of schedule.
Executed plan reviews to verify utilities are in compliance with local and state standards and ensure compliance with safety/design requirements.
Assisted lead engineer performing supplemental calculations and design for storm sewers, water mains, grading plans and site design.
Resolved technical issues arising from design or installation problems encountered at the site.