PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
Summary Statement
Competency
Element A brief summary of how you have applied the element
Paragraph in the career episode(s) PE1 KNOWLEDGE BASE
PE1.1 Knowledge of science and
engineering fundamentals
Sound knowledge of mathematics
Sound knowledge of mathematics is required in the daily bases to design a solar oven and manage a brand (Finance, Forecasting, Research Analysis, etc).
Sound basic knowledge of the physical sciences and life sciences.
Use of basic knowledge in physical science to determine the variables to design a solar oven prototype.
Understanding life science as a support to product development.
Strong grasp of the areas of the engineering science
Use of instrumentation to measure dimensions of the warehouse Use of instrumentation to monitor the times, temperatures and light
N 3.04 - 06 N 3.25 N 2.11 N 2.09, N 2.15 N 1.05 N 1.05 N 2.12 PE1.2 In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline
Knowledge of major technical areas
Use of Time & Movement Charts & Diagrams to evaluate the storage process.
Use of Nodes Diagram to determine the layout of the warehouse elements.
Knowledge of materials and resources relevant to the discipline
Use of recyclable materials.
Use of translucent materials to create “greenhouse effect” Use of colors and textures to preserve the temperature.
Awareness of current technical and professional practice
Use of Hygiene & Industrial Safety standards to update Policies & Methods
Use of Autodesk Inventor to design the new prototype. Use of AutoCAD to redesign the warehouse
Use of simulation techniques
N 1.06 N 1.06 N 2.18 N 2.11 N 1.08 N 2.19 N 2.14 N 1.07 N 1.09, N 3.15
Ability to ensure that all aspects of a project are soundly based
Use of Simulation Techniques to determine the efficiency changes that a proposal would have on the process.
Use of quotation for every piece of information gathered from both primary and secondary sources (Books, Magazines, Official Reports, Handbooks, interviews, etc.).
N 1.09 N 2.16
N 2.09 - 10
PE1.3 Techniques and resources
Ability to develop and construct mathematical, physical and conceptual models to utilize such models for analysis an design
I developed a mathematical model to run the simulation on the first narrative and solar oven physical model that helped firstly to the design and secondly to the analysis and testing of the final product.
I constructed a conceptual model of the perfect “high-Fiber” cereal for the Venezuelan population.
Awareness of current tools of analysis and simulation, synthesis and design.
Use of MS-OFFICE packages to store, analyze and interpret data. Use of Autodesk Inventor to design the new prototype.
Use of AutoCAD to redesign the warehouse
Ability to design and conduct experiments
During the three episodes I had to design and conduct experiments to evaluate the current status and demonstrate my superiors the need for a change and improve the situation, model, and prototype.
N 2.14 N 2.16 N3.09 - 10 N 1.06, N 2.18 N 3.12, N 3.14 N 2.14 N 1.07 N 1.06 N 2.09 N 3.08 PE1.4 General Knowledge
Broad educational background and general knowledge necessary to understand the place of engineering in society
I used my background and knowledge to improve the brands performance through the improvement of communications with both parts of the company (front and back office).
N 3.11
PE2 ENGINEERING ABILITY
PE2.1 Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
Ability to identify the nature of technical problems to achieve feasible solutions
Identification of technical problems such as design, planning and implementation and achieving solutions.
Identification of relevant consumer needs and hopes.
Development of a new cereal according to consumer needs through the plants innovation team
N 1.07 – 08
N 2.15 N 3.09, N 3.11
PE2.2 Understanding of social, cultural, global, and environmental responsibilities and the need to employ principles of sustainable development
Appreciation of the interactions between technical systems and the social, environmental, economic and political context
I had to prove that the solar oven wasn’t in line with people’s habits and that although it is an environmental solution to pollution, the government subvention on gas prices resulted on economic problems to the design.
Appreciation of the imperatives of safety and of sustainability, and approaches to develop safe and sustainable systems
I supported my warehouse redesign with local safety regulations and ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14000
The Solar Oven design contemplated the use of recyclable materials to guaranty the sustainability of the environment on the long run.
Ability to interact with people in other disciplines and professions to broaden knowledge and achieve multidisciplinary outcomes
I had to work along side a team composed by personnel from Finance, Accounting, Sales, Planning, Production, Innovation, Supply, etc.
N 2.15 N 2.22 N 1.08 N 2.19 N 2.11 N 1.06, N 2.16 N 3.08, N 3.11 PE2.3 Ability to utilize a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
Understanding of the process of partitioning a problem into manageable elements
I had to delegate several tasks to diverse people from different backgrounds.
Ability to comprehend, assess and quantify the risks in each case
During the evaluation I determined the amount of risk in the warehouse and assess the manager how to reduce the risks.
N 2.16, N3.08 N 3.11
N 1.08 – 09
PE2.4 Proficiency in engineering design
Proficiency in employing technical knowledge, design methodology and appropriate tools and resources to design components to meet specified performance
I employed the correct methodology to research on habits and the correct statistical tools to understand quantitatively the needs and habits of the end-consumer generating an smart design
Experience in personally conducting a variety of such designs
In the episodes are narrated a couple of examples of my experience conducting both technical and non-technical designs
N 2.09, N 2.15 N 3.09 N 2.09, N 2.12 N 2.14 PE2.5 Ability to conduct an engineering project
Experience in personally conducting and managing an engineering project to achieve substantial outcome.
I was the owner of the brands results and had to manage and motivate people to generate the expected results.
Understanding of project management techniques and ability to apply the effectively
Use of Grant and Pert-CPM diagrams to control the deadlines of the different task to obtain a given objective.
Use of Risk Impact/Probability Chart providing a helpful framework that helps to decide which risks need our attention
N 1.06, N 1.10 N 2.18 N 1.06 PE2.6 Understanding of the business environment
Appreciation of the commercial, financial and marketing aspects of engineering projects for successful innovation
I had to understand the sales scope, the consumer habits, the brand Profit and Losses and the need to innovate in order to grow
Ability to asses realistically the scope and dimensions of a project estimating costs and scale of effort required
I had to asses the dimensions of each project and obey to a restricted / limited budget finding different plans to different budgets.
General awareness of business principles and appreciation of their significance
I presented the proposals for new products to the “board-of-directors” / jury with all the business implications.
N 3.12 – 17
N 1.09, N 2.21 N 3.14
N 2.21 N 3.14
PE3 PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
PE3.1 Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large
Ability to make effective oral and written presentations to technical and non-technical audiences
I presented the results of the different projects to the respective superior / evaluator and obtained great qualifications on every report.
Capacity to hear and comprehend others viewpoints
I had to work along side a team composed by personnel from Finance, Accounting, Sales, Planning, Production, Innovation, Supply, etc.
Effectiveness in discussions and negotiation in presenting arguments clearly and concisely
I obtained the approval for the launch of the new “high-fiber” cereal
N 1.13 – 14 N 2.21 N 1.06, N 2.16 N 3.11 – 12 N 3.14 PE3.2 Ability to manage information and documentation
Ability to locate, catalogue and utilize relevant information
Every project has to contain supportive literature to understand the decisions taken. It’s important to be able to determine which information is relevant not to waste times gathering this information
N 1.05 N 2.09 N 2.12 N 2.14
Ability to produce clear diagrams and engineering sketches
Use of Grant and Pert-CPM diagrams to control the deadlines of the different task to obtain a given objective.
Use of Risk Impact/Probability Chart providing a helpful framework that helps to decide which risks need our attention
Use of Autodesk Inventor to generate parts and assembly sketches, plans and instructions.
Fluency in current computer based packages
I produced several reports using word processing package (MS-Word) and charts processing (MS-Excel)
I produced several blueprints using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor packages.
Ability to produce clear and well-constructed engineering documents such as project reports, reports of investigations, proposals, designs and briefs
Both projects during the bachelor’s degree had to be presented to an evaluation jury that would analyze the job done and the solutions given. I also proposed to the Kellogg’s board of directors the proposal to launch the new product having the approval at the end of the presentation.
N 1.06, N 1.10 N 2.18 N 1.06 N 2.18 N 2.14 N 1.06, N 2.19 N 3.12 N 2.14 N 1.13 N 2.21 N 3.14
PE3.3 Capacity for creativity and innovation
Ability to apply creative approaches to identify and develop alternative concepts
I received the research study on consumer habits and delivered a creative concept on the innovation products to be developed
Propensity to seek out, comprehend and apply new information
Although having the knowledge on BAR CODE Systems, I went a little further and searched about RADIO FRECUENCY warehousing systems to deliver a better proposal.
N 2.15 N 3.09 N 1.10 PE3.4 Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and commitment to them
Awareness of the standards and codes of practice
I used several standards (Venezuela’s COVENIN) and ISO 9001:2000 ISO 14000, Good Manufacturing Practice, Quality Deployment Function
N 1.08 N 2.19 PE3.5 Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as
Manage own time and processes effectively to achieve personal and team goals and objectives
I delivered all the proposals with time to spare. The follow-up of the project tasks through the use of computer-based tools such as MS-Project and MS-Outlook
N 2.17 – 18 N 3.12, N 3.14
well as an effective team member
Earn trust and confidence of colleagues through competent and timely completion of tasks
Having delivered all the proposals at due time, peers from other departments would help me with the projects as they tough that I wouldn’t make them work for nothing
Demonstrate capacity for initiative and leadership while respecting others agreed roles
An inherent description of an AMB is to be a leader and so I had to motivate people from different backgrounds to achieve common goals.
N 3.12
N 3.12
PE3.6 Capacity for lifelong learning and professional
development
Recognize limits to own knowledge and undertake research or seek for professional advice
After a first look on the original prototype I came with a lot of ideas that thought would improve the performance. My thesis adviser told me to do some research prior to implementing any ideas; this helped me plan the implementation of only the feasible ideas and deliver the project at due time.
Take charge of own learning and development
After having a little experience (about a year) in a marketing job, I decided to study a Masters in Marketing as it would help me understand the theory behind a lot of decisions that a Brand Manager has to take.
N 2.09 N 2.16 N 3.16 N 3.18 PE3.7 Professional Attitudes
Present a professional image at all times
I have synchronized with my team members, clients and suppliers during the diverse projects. I had to create and maintain a professional image in order to achieve the pursued outcome.
Demonstrate intellectual rigor and readiness to tackle new issues in a responsible way
There are always problems in the development of ideas / products therefore I had to maintain the established deadlines to have a response at due time.
N 2.16
N 2.16 N 3.14
