Francisco Felix - Senior Piping Designer
Senior Piping Designer & Engineering Professional
14+ years of expertise in designing complex piping systems for chemical, oil & gas, and food processing industries
+1 786-817-4271
f.felix@gmail.com
Skype: f.felix
34 years old
14+
Years of Experience
6
Major Companies
5+
Industry Sectors
10+
Software Proficiencies
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f.fhelix@gmail.com
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Skype: f.fhelix
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34 years old
Professional Summary
Highly experienced piping designer with a proven track record of leading teams and delivering complex projects across chemical, oil & gas, and food processing industries. Expert in advanced CAD/CAE software including AutoCAD Plant 3D, AVEVA PDMS, E3D, and CAESAR II. Specialized in 3D laser scanning, piping stress analysis, and custom automation solutions.
Professional Experience
Senior Piping Designer
RedWood Materials
March 2025 – August 2025 (Temporary Contract)
- Modelled piping systems, supports, and equipment layouts in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Extracted isometrics for IFC in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Developed C# Plug-ins for automation tasks in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Checked vendor drawings against 3D models and P&ID in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Supported admin tasks and XML/.NET advanced administration for AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Assisted with revision and clash detection in Autodesk Navisworks
Senior Piping Designer
Qualex Engineering
August 2024 – January 2025 (Temporary Contract)
- Developed piping systems, piping supports, and equipment layouts using AVEVA E3D
- Prepared MEA's and GA's using AVEVA E3D
- Created piping isometrics and layouts using AVEVA E3D
- Generated Bill of Materials with AVEVA E3D
- Conducted AS-Built/3D Laser Scanning using Leica register
- Performed fieldwork, P&ID's walkdowns, and site scanning using Leica RTC-360
Senior Piping Designer / Piping Leader
The Austin Company
April 2019 – August 2024
- Developed piping systems, supports, steel structures, and equipment layouts using AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Prepared MEA's and GA's using AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Created piping isometrics and layouts using AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Produced shop drawings and performed SPEC builder, editor, and catalog building
- Designed custom engineering parts and equipment in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Conducted AS-Built/3D Laser Scanning, Recap and AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Performed Pipe Stress Analysis and simulations using CAESAR II
- Contributed to projects in food processing, pharmaceutical, and chemical plants
3D Piping Designer
Sam&Tec 3D Integrated Solutions
December 2017 – April 2019
- Designed pipelines, piping supports, steel structures, and equipment using PDMS, Plant 3D, and Smart Plant 3D
- Created plant sections and drafts using PDMS and Plant 3D
- Developed isometrics and fabrication designs in PDMS and Plant 3D
- Conducted AS-Built Point Cloud with 3D Laser Scanner (Leica Cyclone, FARO PointSense)
- Performed routing pipelines using AutoCAD Plant 3D, PDMS, E3D, and Leica Cyclone
- Conducted Pipe Stress Analysis and simulations using CAESAR II
3D Piping Designer
HOJUARA AS-BUILT 3D
October 2011 – December 2017
- Designed pipelines, support, steel structures, and equipment using PDMS
- Created plant sections and drafts in PDMS
- Conducted Pipe Stress Analysis and simulations using CAESAR II
- Developed isometrics using PDMS
- Created piping models and isometrics in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Experienced with cloudworx, point cloud, and Leica Cyclone
- Speaker at AUTODESK UNIVERSITY BRASIL 2014
- Experienced in designing for oil refinery projects
Piping Designer
PCP-Engenharia
October 2010 - June 2014
- Prepared isometrics and plant sections using Bentley Microstation
- Conducted maintenance for Petrobrás's oil rigs, working with MODEC / IESA / Woodgroup / Mpe
- Developed shop drawings for piping and supports using Bentley Microstation
Technical Skills & Expertise
CAD/CAE Software
3D Laser Scanning
Programming & Administration
Industry Specializations
Core Competencies
Languages
Education & Certifications
Education
Mechanical Technician
Technical Degree Certificate
Professional Training
- AVEVA E3D Piping and Equipment Training
- AVEVA E3D Laser Scanning Training (PCM)
- Advanced AutoCAD Plant 3D Administration
Speaking Engagements
Speaker at Autodesk University Brasil 2014
Presented on advanced piping design techniques and best practices
Let's Connect
Available for new opportunities and consulting projects
Direct Contact:
Email: f.fhelix@gmail.com
Phone: +1 786-817-4271
Skype: f.fhelix