Luz Elena Penilla, P.E.
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Credentials
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Associate DBIA
Design-Build Institute of AmericaJan, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Professional Engineer (Civil) License
State of CaliforniaMay, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Vibration Analyst: ISO Category III
Technical Associates of CharlotteOct, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRP)
SMRPCOJan, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Water Treatment Plant Class: WT2
State Water Resources Control BoardJul, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Valley Water
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Officer
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Oct 2022 - Present
Responsible for overseeing Business Planning and Analysis, Asset Management, and Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Services.
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Engineering CADD Manager
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Aug 2022 - Oct 2022
Responsible for managing, planning, and overseeing the preparation of civil engineering three-dimensional designs, and drawings, for the delivery of capital and operations projects.
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Interim CADD Services Unit Manager
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2022
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Valley Water
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Engineer
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May 2020 - Jun 2021
Responsible for delivering complex, technical, and politically sensitive large treatment and pumping plant capital improvement projects through all phases including planning and design.- Key responsibilities included supervising multi-division teams, collaborating with external agencies, developing scopes of work, initiating solicitations, RFP’s, hiring consultants, negotiating agreements, managing schedules, agreement amendments and budgets.
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Interim Asset Management Unit Manager
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Oct 2019 - May 2020
Responsible for implementing a comprehensive program for managing assets across all divisions of the agency including Water Utility, Watershed and Facilities. - Worked closely with staff managing more than 20,000 asset records valued at approximately $12 billion.- Hired consultants and vendors for condition assessment programs. Developed scopes of work, negotiated contracts, and resolved conflicts, as necessary. - Oversaw the implementation of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in collaboration with IT.- Approved schedule changes, time-off, tracked work, prepared evaluations, and hired staff for the Water Utility Asset Management program. Show less
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Associate Civil Engineer
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Jul 2016 - Oct 2019
Overview: Managed and developed the Water Utility Annual Maintenance Plan, implemented condition assessment programs, and conducted capital project planning and coordination for the Water Utility Division. Key Responsibilities:- Developed and implemented asset management tools, procedures, and standards such as condition assessment devices, financial projection and risk reporting tools, and asset registry standards. - Provided engineering support for troubleshooting pump failures and developed ideal operations and maintenance strategies for assets based on engineering analysis of asset life, risk, and cost. - Developed pump vibration condition assessment program and pump maintenance guidelines.- Developed project scope, schedule, and budgets and managed consultant and professional services contracts for pump maintenance.- Supervised Assistant Engineers within the unit and on rotation. Show less
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Assistant Engineer - Mechanical II
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Oct 2011 - Jul 2016
Prepared engineering designs and specifications for maintenance, and rehabilitation of equipment used in water transmission projects. Assisted with the planning, design, and installation of assets.Performed engineering condition assessments of mechanical assets. Confirmed work submitted by consultants and contractors met District specifications and ensured work quality, adhered to AWWA, ANSI/HI, and ASME standards. - Train interns in preparing pipeline alignments and profiles for hydraulic models. Show less
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Engineering Technician III
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Jun 2006 - Oct 2011
- Analyzed engineering and survey data to prepare drawings for construction, and rehabilitation of water supply facilities.- Trained Engineering Technician II's to develop design surface models for a variety of engineering maps, drawings, and other technical documents. - Developed District CADD standards and templates for the Unit.- Initiated the District CADD “Tips and Tricks” program
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Ameron International
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Tracy, California
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Project Layout Specialist
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Dec 2003 - May 2006
- Worked with contractors and engineers to generate layouts of water/wastewater pipelines per AWWA standards and Agency specifications - Managed multiple water transmission pipeline projects, tasks included: constant communication with contractors and engineers, issuing change orders, requests for information, submittals, and revision of pipeline alignments. - Designed outlet reinforcement and pipeline closures. - Prepared materials list for manufacturing CCP, RCP, RCCP, and WS pipe. - Responsible for identifying design issues that did not meet Agency’s specifications and required to develop alternative designs. Show less
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Oro Loma Sanitary District
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Engineering Intern
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Jun 2003 - Aug 2005
- Examined historical projects and inspected the Plant's facilities to update District wastewater treatment plant mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and GTX Raster CAD. - Surveyed treatment plant galleries and pipe trenches to measure the location and status of relocated pipelines and mechanical equipment. - Provided assistance in the production of engineering drawings and specifications pertaining to the wastewater treatment plant's $34 million expansion. - Examined historical projects and inspected the Plant's facilities to update District wastewater treatment plant mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and GTX Raster CAD. - Surveyed treatment plant galleries and pipe trenches to measure the location and status of relocated pipelines and mechanical equipment. - Provided assistance in the production of engineering drawings and specifications pertaining to the wastewater treatment plant's $34 million expansion.
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Education
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San Jose State University
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Mechanical Engineering Design, Minor in Business Management -
Santa Clara County Leadership Acadamy
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Evergreen Valley College
CAD/ Drafting Certificate, Engineering Technology, General