Ruben Esqueda

Results-driven Post-Fabrication & Hydrostatic Testing Supervisor with 10+ years' experience leading teams in high-volume fabrication environments. Expert in hydro testing operations, ASME code compliance, NDE coordination, QA/QC, and lean process improvement implemented lean practices that cut downtime by 50%, grew the hydro team from 5 to 16, and introduced KPI-driven standards to improve on-time delivery. Proven leader and mentor who enforces safety culture, reduces rework, and drives continuous operational excellence to meet delivery and quality targets.

Post Fabrication Senior Supervisor - Enerflex - Houston, TX

(2018-01 - 2025-10)

• Led all post-fabrication operations for spools and pressure vessels, including NDE coordination, hydro testing, painting/coating and PWHT scheduling to ensure product readiness for shipment.
• Ensured compliance with customer specifications, ASME codes and internal quality standards through rigorous inspection and release procedures.
• Acted as primary liaison between production, QA/QC, engineering and project management to maintain on-time delivery and resolve technical or documentation issues.
• Supervised and coached post-fabrication crews; prioritized daily workloads and maintained productivity while enforcing safety protocols in hydro bays, paint booths and heat-treat zones.
• Managed completion and traceability of test reports, inspection records and certifications; supported customer inspections and internal audits.
• Implemented lean process improvements to reduce rework and improve turnaround time, and coordinated corrective actions for NCRs with QA/QC.
• Verified hydrostatic testing parameters against flange pressure ratings and engineering tolerances.
• Performed troubleshooting on valves, flanges, fittings, and pressure systems.

Hydro Supervisor - SEC Energy Transfer

(2013-01 - 2018-12)

Hydro Supervisor responsible for planning and executing hydrostatic testing operations in facility and field, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient test execution.

• Planned, scheduled and coordinated hydrotesting based on production priorities and spool/vessel readiness.
• Verified calibration and maintenance of test equipment (gauges, pumps, chart recorders, dead weights, hydraulic torque wrenches) and maintained accurate test records.
• Led pre-test safety briefings, implemented hydro safety protocols and managed pressurization, hold, and depressurization procedures.
• Coordinated with QA/QC for witness points, inspection sign-offs and documentation completion; reported daily hydro status to management.
• Trained and mentored hydro operators and helpers to improve consistency, safety and test quality.
• Performed hydro test calculations to ensure flange ratings remained within allowable pressure tolerances.

Westfield High School (2006-01 - 2010-12)