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D. Hildebrandt is a CAD Technician with extensive experience in military, residential, municipal and commercial construction. He provides the following services:

• Participates in Civil/Architectural/Electrical/Mechanical design including but not limited to airfield and military site design, Grading, Concrete, Asphalt, Utility, Storm, Sewer, Site layout, Traffic protection, Signage, Utility plan/profile, Concrete construction, and multi-story PEB construction
• Specifies and Implements engineering drawing standards and implemented standards CAD/ detail library/filing/references/Software specification and configuration/AutoCAD and drafting specifics/hardware maintenance, specification, and configuration)
• Maintains existing site database while updating CAD/GIS files and conducting as-built surveys. Maintains GIS databases.
• Conducts as-built and topographic surveys for construction projects
• Rebuilds sites as-built survey using Trimble GPS gear and builds 3d CAD models.
• Uses 3D design software (LDD, Civil 3D and Softdesk) for contour build, pipe and structure
  profile, cross section, grading, sewer pipe design, drainage pipe design, road design, highway design, grading, cut/fill calculation, and survey data manipulation
• Provides design engineering for municipal and private sector construction projects including but not limited to site design, grading, concrete, asphalt, erosion control, retention, detention, stabilization, utility, storm, sewer, traffic protection, traffic signalization, signage, highway construction, ROW improvement, utility plan/profile, jack/bore operations
• Implements, specifies, and maintains CAD hardware, AutoCAD software, and standards
• Structural: Multi-story construction (steel, wood, concrete, masonry, tilt-up, precast), Residential Construction, Municipal and Education facilities
• Architectural: Multi-story construction (steel, wood, concrete, masonry, tilt-up, precast), Residential Construction, Municipal and Education facilities
• Electrical: Grounding, Power distribution, Lighting, Single-line, detailing, and scheduling
• Mechanical: Plumbing and HVAC layout, detail, and scheduling

Mr. Hildebrandt graduated from Porter & Chester Institute for Mechanical Design/Drafting, and has an ACI Certification for Concrete Inspection Field Technician Level 1, and a Construction Management Certificate from the University of Washington (Construction Safety, Project Management, Construction Estimating, and Project Planning and Control).

Interview with Mr. D. Hildebrandt

1. What kinds of clients do you serve? What is your particular area of expertise?

   Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, Architects, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Environmental Consultants, Geologists, Telecommunications Engineers, and Builders. All phases of construction design and drafting using AutoCad, Civil 3D, and a host of graphical and processing software.

2. What was the most interesting CAD project that you ever worked on? What made it interesting?
   What challenges did you face?

   The JFK International Airport Air Train. I was one of the designers responsible for traffic control, pedestrian control, and crane movements. Time was a crucial factor, as it was near-impossible to design in advance due to construction timelines, change orders, etc. Therefore every inch of the way (a year in the making) required fast-paced engineering and realistic answers to very limiting factors.

3. Of the software tools that you use, which is your favorite and why?

   Civil 3D is my favorite, as it includes all the tools I need to help design including survey data manipulation, earthwork calculations, road design, and profiling tools for utilities and infrastructure design.

4. What trends are you observing in the market for CAD services? How have these trends affected you, and how are you responding to them?

   More dedicated services. A shrinking job market requires dedication and hard work in order to hold on to clients. I’ve got to work harder to keep the work coming. There are many people looking for work who can do what I do for a fraction of the cost so I’ve had to cut corners and make deals that work in favor of my clients. Of course they work in my favor too as I’ve not lost any work and am very grateful to be busy.

5. What do you like about working as an interim CAD draftsman or external CAD consultant working on a time-bound project?

   I’ve always viewed the 24 hours in a day as my time when I’m not required to show up to an 8 to 5 job. I can work any time at my own pace (always very fast) and spend quality time with my family. It is an all-around flexible way to operate. Sometimes it’s difficult to make time for multiple clients, but dedication and superior workmanship are the key.

6. Have you ever provided CAD consulting services remotely, either via phone, the Web or email?
   Do you use any screen sharing tools (like Webex, Skype, or GoToMeeting), and are they effective?
   What kinds of questions and problems could you tackle remotely?
   Are there any issues that you feel are better handled face-to-face?

   Yes. I do work remotely via email and phone. The background I posses enable ease in communication. I’ve been dealing with engineers for 25 years. I haven’t the need to work using screen-sharing. Closely-located clients, email, scanning, phone calls, and travel cover all the bases. Any and all engineering or design projects. Of course face-to-face is easier, but engineers need flexible and experienced designers to make their projects grow quickly and accurately.

D. Colley is a CAD Designer and an AIDT certified Pipe Fitter, with extensive experience in architectural, civil, electrical and piping designs. He works with multiple materials including plastic, wood, metal, glass, cement, ceramic, fiber, leather and paper, and prepares drawings and topographical and relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, pipelines, flood control projects, and water and sewerage control systems. He also provides the following services:

• Developing specifications and instructions for installation of voltage transformers, overhead or underground cables, and related electrical equipment used to conduct electrical energy from transmission lines or high-voltage distribution lines to consumers.
• Calculating mapmaking information from field notes, and draw and verify accuracy of topographical maps.
• Preparing detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information. SOS Drafting Inc. Mobile, Alabama 09/2011 to 11/2011 CAD Technician
• Reading/interpreting civil site plans and convert technical information into working drawings.
• Drafting electrical detailed drawings of fiber optic cable above and below ground systems.
• Drawing maps, diagrams, and profiles using cross-sections and surveys to represent
• elevations, to topographical contours surface formations and structures.
• Locating and identifying symbols located on topographical surveys to denote geological and geophysical formations.
• Reading/interpreting blueprints, schematics, plans and plots
• Preparing detailed drawings of architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by architect.
• Mechanical, Electrical and Architectural Drafting
• Unit manipulation and limits relationships using CAD
• Visualization of objects
• Manual 2D drafting in geometric construction, dimensioning, sketching, detail drawing and lettering software Mr. Colley has an Associate of Applied Science Degree, Computer Drafting and Design, and specializes in Materials and Processes. He works with the following software tools: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Architectural Desktop 2007, Microsoft Works, AutoCAD 2008-2012.

N. Felix is a draftsman and CAD & CAM technician. He performs conversions from 2d to 3d, designs parts from sketches, and models ideas and parts.

Interview with Mr. N. Felix

1. What kinds of clients do you serve?

   I serve many types of clients, including medical, consumer products, machinery and furniture.

2. What was the most interesting CAD project that you ever worked on? What made it interesting?
   What challenges did you face?

   I love working with medical devices and products because I know eventually it might save someones life.

3. Of the software tools that you use, which is your favorite and why?

   Autodesk Inventor, because it is easy to use and produces great quality work.

4. What trends are you observing in the market for CAD services?
   How have these trends affected you, and how are you responding to them?

   More and more, customers are looking for renderings of their products. The more realistic, the better. I took it upon myself to learn 3d rendering.

5. What do you like about working as an interim CAD draftsman or external CAD consultant working on a time-bound project?

   I get lost in all my projects and time just flies when I am working on a CAD project.

6. Have you ever provided CAD consulting services remotely, either via phone, the Web or email?
   Do you use any screen sharing tools (like Webex, Skype, or GoToMeeting), and are they effective?
   What kinds of questions and problems could you tackle remotely?
   Are there any issues that you feel are better handled face-to-face?

   I have had video conference calls with customers for clarifications.

Pop is an architect and has been working on CAD-based projects since 1999. She has been designing houses, offices, colleges and production houses. She has expertise in designing HVAC systems, heat and ac frames, sheet metal and enclosure framing.
She has been designing on AutoCAD since college and on ARCHICAD since 2009. She also uses SolidWorks for creating 3D models.
She connects with clients remotely through Skype and phone. She also provides consultation via face to face meetings when required.
Ms. C. Pop is an architect specializing in residential, multi housing, and industrial projects, as well as interior design. She is an expert in Archicad and Artlantis.

Dr. G. Cambiano is a Naval Architect, an ECDL CAD Instructor and (since 2000) an independent CAD consultant As a Naval Architect, he has been using AutoCAD exclusively since 1990. His main area of expertise is in CAD drafting for naval dockyards. As a teacher he has used all the AutoCAD versions since 1990. He uses also Rhinoceros, especially for 3D modeling. He is been a member of RINA, the Royal Institution of Naval Architects, since 1999.

D. Skenderovic is an expert in using Auto CAD, Revit Architecture, Rhinoceros 3D, 3D Studio MAX, Piranesi, Vue xStream and Photoshop. He has managed the detailing of a wide range of architectural projects, and has trained staff for using Revit Architecture, managed the transition from AutoCAD-based workflow to Revit BIM. He has modeled, textured, and rendered hi-res shots for many architectural project proposals. As a 3D modeler, he has prepared numerous renderings of buildings (e.g. churches, hotels) and furniture, and also has extensive experience in creating fly-through animations.

D. Deery has been working as a Draftsman/3D Modeller/CAD Trainer for 23 years. He has extensive experience in: 2D Drafting 3D Modelling BIM 3D Images 3D Animation, and has a multi-disciplinary background, working in areas such as Architecture, Civil Engineering (roads, light rail and heavy rail, drainage), Structural Engineering, Power & Electrical, Mechanical and landscaping. He has worked on many projects with both large and small firms throughout Ireland and the UK. Some of these firms include: Mott MacDonald Ove Arup & Partners, Amec Process & Energy, Muir International, and Balfour Beatty. He also provides 2D/3D training, CAD support and consultancy services.

M. Theofilos is a Mechanical Engineer and an machinery safety consultant. He is a certified automotive safety inspector by the Greek ministry of Transportation. Mr. Theofilos has designed and manufactured several parts for the Hellenic Navy using 3D CAD software, reducing costs and delivery times. He is a member of an engineering team taking part in the Shell Eco Marathon in Europe with a prototype electric vehicle.

S. Harsan is an expert in using Catia to create 3D models and renderings.

M. Sebastien is an expert at SolidEdge (ST2 & ST3) and Unigraphics NX4 & 6.
He provides 2D and 3D modeling services, specializing in the following:

• Product design (plastic, metal, sheetmetal…).
• Mold design (injection).
• Mechanical design.

Specializing in plastic parts, molds and mechanical design.

A. Yukish is a technologist, working with Haas and TongTai milling centers. He is an expert in 3D designing and drafting in SolidWorks, Kompas 3D. He also makes programs in SolidCam and TwinCam for milling and wire cutting machines. Mr. Yukish started his career as a designer of automotive parts.

Dr. A. Ramos is currently an assistant university professor and is an expert in the area of product development. Dr. Ramos handles all design activities for 2D and 3D design (focusing on SolidWorks, SolidEdge, etc).