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Nikulbhai Prajapati

Nikulbhai Prajapati

Senior Structural Designer
Vadodara

Summary

Highly skilled full-time diploma holder in civil engineering with 14 years+ experience as a civil/structural designer.

Proficient in drafting/designing packages such as Smart 3D (S3D) , Smart Sketch , Smart Plant Review (SPR), Frameworks Plus, Microstation, and AutoCAD.

Expertise in working on a wide range of projects, including pre-assembled units, modular structures, stick-built structures, pre-assembled racks, pipe racks, shelters, heat exchanger (HEX)/technological structures, auto thermal reforming (ATR), PSA/TSA skids, various equipment supporting structures, equipment-mounted circular and top platforms, vessel cleat drawings, field supports etc. in Steel Structures and precast piperacks, MPS (miscellaneous pipe supports), substations, PSA foundations, transformer foundations, coke pit/maze, sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, etc. in Concrete Structures .

Exceptional results delivered through expertise in Steel and Concrete structures. Qualified Civil Designer with 14 years plus of experience working in various capacities to complete construction engineering tasks.

Proven success in identifying and addressing challenges to complete projects on-time and under budget. Applies cost-saving strategies without sacrificing practicality and quality. Manages large projects and teams to meet milestones and exceed quality expectations.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Civil/Structural Designer

Air Products India Pvt Ltd
Vadodara
9 2022 - Current
  • Currently leading the Steel part of one of the most complicated areas of the project (Hydrogen Processing Unit- HPU which includes structures like Heat Exchangers Structures- HEX and Auto Thermal Reforming- ATR structures, Fire Heater, Pipe racks, Vertical Vessels etc.) with full accountability and responsibility for all modules and stick-built structures which is approximately close to ~4500 MT Steel
  • I am also responsible for giving training on S3D & Smart Sketch and getting the work done from all the new joiners in the project
  • Responsible for CAD audits
  • Preparing one video every week for the S3D commands/Utilities/Ideas and presenting it to the department level to build competency amongst all designers in the software
  • Contributed positively to workplace health and safety practices by identifying potential hazards in design plans and proactively addressing them before implementation.
  • Projects:

1) Edmonton Net Zero Hydrogen Energy Complex - Alberta (Canada)

2) HyCo4 - LaPorte (USA)

3) Jubail SMR - Jubail (KSA)

Civil/Structural Designer

Worley India Pvt. Ltd.
Vadodara
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Projects:

1) East West Pipeline Project – KSA

- In this project i have Modelled and prepared detailed RCC and Steel drawings for Piperacks, Field Supports, Substations etc. in Microstation, Smartsketch and S3D.

2) Lubrizol CPVC & CACL2 Plant - Dahej, Gujarat, India

- In this project i have prepared layouts and detailed RCC drawings for various foundations.

Civil/Structural Designer

Linde Engineering India Pvt Ltd.
Vadodara
07.2020 - 12.2020
  • Projects :

1) Nizhnekamsk (NKNK)- Russia

- In this project i was responsible to prepare various steel and field support drawings on S3D and SmartSketch.

Civil/Structural Designer

Bechtel India Pvt. Ltd.
Vadodara
09.2018 - 07.2020
  • Projects:

1) Corpus Christi LNG Project (Stage 3) – Texas, USA

- In this project i have Modeled Piperacks, Process Structures and Equipment supporting foundations, Underground Trenches for ISBL and OSBL areas.

2) Formosa - The Sunshine Project – Louisiana, USA (Feed) - In this project i have Modeled Piperacks, Process Structures and Equipment supporting foundations for PR (103) and Common (104) Areas.

- Prepared Sketches/Drawings for both the areas as required.  Received Leader+ award from my Design Supervisor for my efforts and dedication in achieving the completion of MTO preparation for PR and Common Area.

- Checked the quality of S3D model on a regular basis.  Independently coordinated with the colleagues of other disciplines for issues like modification of the plot plan and resolution of clashes.

- Always did self-check before issuing model/drawing.

3) Sabin Pass LNG (Stage 4 -Train 6) (SPLNG) – Louisiana, USA

- In this project i have originated drawings and checked them with the 3D model (in SPR), Equipment Locator Plans (ELPs) and Train 5 drawings (for replication) with keep in the mind all the quality measures.

- I have received R+1 award from my Engineering Grout Supervisor (EGS) for my support which I have provided on Ethylene compressor table top, Foundation drawings for Cold box areas etc. in Concrete Drawings and Cryo Piperack in steel. which enabled the team to issue drawings on schedule with top-notch quality.

Civil/Structural Designer

Fluor Daniel India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Projects:

1) Gunvor – Netherland

- In this project i have done modelling work and drawing preparation for Modular & Stick built Structures such as Piperacks, Equipment Access / Supporting Structures, Technological structures and miscellaneous Platforms for PSV / Valves etc. on SP3D and Smart Sketch.

- I have also done RCC detailing on AutoCAD for concrete structure.

- I was also recognized with certification by company for putting efforts to complete concrete drawings before time for Coker Pit and Maze in July 2018.

2) TCO Project – Kazakhstan, Russia

- In this project I was responsible for drawing preparation and modelling work for Modular & Stick built Structures such as Piperacks, Technological structures, Skids, Shelters etc. on SP3D & Smart Sketch.

3) Petronas Rapid Project – Pengerang, Malaysia

- In this project i have done drawing preparation and modeling work for Modular & Stick built Structures such as Piperacks, Technological structures, Skids, Shelters, Manifolds, Equipment Supporting structure etc. on SP3D, Smart Sketch, Microstation & Autocad.

Civil/Structural Designer

Linde Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
Vadodara
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Projects:

1) Monaca (Ethylene Cracker Unit) – Pennsylvania, U.S.A

- In this project i have done drawing preparation and modeling work for Modular & Stick built Structures such as Piperacks, Technological structures, Equipment supporting structure etc. on SP3D, Smart Sketch & Microstation.

Civil/Structural Designer

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. (Lurgi)
New Delhi
11.2014 - 09.2015
  • Projects:

1) Turkmengas GTG – Turkmenistan

- In this project i have done drawing & model preparation for various Moduler and Stick built structures with Smart Sketch and SP3D.

- 3D Model review on Smart Plant Freeview (SPF).

2) NWR (North West Redwater Partnership) – Alberta, Canada

- In this project i have done drawing & model preparation for various Moduler and Stick built structures with Smart Sketch and SP3D.

- 3D Model review on Smart Plant Review (SPR).

Civil/Structural Designer

Linde Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
Vadodara
06.2013 - 11.2014
  • Projects:
    1) Gas Cracking Plant – Baytown, USA
    - In this project i have done drawing preparation and modelling work for Piperacks, Technological structures, Equipment supporting structure etc. on SP3D.
    2) Natural Gas Terminal – Emden, Germany
    - In this project i have done drawing preparation for Pre-Assembled Racks (PAR) and Pre-Assembled Units (PAU) with Smart Sketch and SP3D.  3D Model review on Smart Plant Review (SPR).

Civil/Structural Designer

Coffor Construction Technology Pvt Ltd.
Vadodara
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Projects:

1) Cheristel School - Lavasa

2) AHR Tank (40M Dia) - Canada

3) G+5 Bungalow - Vadodara

Civil/Structural Designer

Ashirvad Engineering Consultants
Vadodara
05.2010 - 08.2012
  • Projects:

1) 56 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant - Gaziabad, India

2) 50 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant - Noida, India

3) 36 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant - Agra, India

4) 32 MLD Water Treatment Plant - Surat, India

5) Remodelling & Covering of Existing Drain - Noida, India

6) 130MLD Water Treatment Plant- Kota, India,

7) Transfer Station - Kabul

8) Avid Organics Chemical Plant - Poicha, India

Education

High School Diploma - Civil Engineering

M.S.University of Baroda
Vadodara
05.2007 - 05.2010

SSC -

Mahireva Aadarsh Vidhyalaya
Vadodara
04.2006 - 03.2007

Skills

Smart 3D (S3D)

Smart Sketch

Smart Plant Review

PDS (FrameWorks Plus)

Microstation

AutoCAD

MSOffice

Modular and Stick Built Structures

Steel and RCC Structures

Structural modeling

Accomplishments

  • Recognized with 4s certification by the Project Director, Global Function Organization and PEM multiple times in the Edmonton Net Zero Hydrogen Energy Complex (ENZHEC) Project for proactive and dedicated efforts to demonstrate the competency and capability for executing the projects and Modelling Steel (~4500 MT) single-handedly., 06/01/23
  • Received recognition/Special Thanks multiple times on the company's portal for several projects by the lead engineer/ designer at Air Products., 2021-22
  • Recognized with certification by Fluor in the Gunvor Project for completing concrete drawings before time for the Coker Pit and Maze., 07/01/18
  • Received an R+1 award from my Engineering Group Supervisor (EGS) in Bechtel for support provided on the Ethylene compressor table top, foundation drawings for Cold box areas, etc., 2018
  • Received Leader+ award from my Design Supervisor in Bechtel for efforts and dedication in achieving the completion of MTO preparation for PR and Common Area., 2019

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Preparing Structural Models, Drawings, MTO, etc on S3D & Smart Sketch.
  • Giving S3D & Smart Sketch training to Newcomers / Freshers.
  • Checking Models and drawings as per the Project Standard Checklist.
  • Acting as a Welcome Ambassador for new joiners.
  • Proficiency in Civil and structural GA & detailing drawing.
  • Conducting model review with other disciplines.
  • Responsible for planning of manpower.
  • Auditing Models and drawings.
  • Regular Interaction within the team and other departments.
  • Regularly monitoring team performance.
  • Maintaining all drawings and documents properly.

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: V1262164
  • Date of Birth: 11/08/91
  • Nationality: Indian

Timeline

Civil/Structural Designer

Worley India Pvt. Ltd.
03.2021 - 08.2021

Civil/Structural Designer

Linde Engineering India Pvt Ltd.
07.2020 - 12.2020

Civil/Structural Designer

Bechtel India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2018 - 07.2020

Civil/Structural Designer

Fluor Daniel India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2016 - 07.2018

Civil/Structural Designer

Linde Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2015 - 06.2016

Civil/Structural Designer

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. (Lurgi)
11.2014 - 09.2015

Civil/Structural Designer

Linde Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2013 - 11.2014

Civil/Structural Designer

Coffor Construction Technology Pvt Ltd.
09.2012 - 06.2013

Civil/Structural Designer

Ashirvad Engineering Consultants
05.2010 - 08.2012

High School Diploma - Civil Engineering

M.S.University of Baroda
05.2007 - 05.2010

SSC -

Mahireva Aadarsh Vidhyalaya
04.2006 - 03.2007

Civil/Structural Designer

Air Products India Pvt Ltd
9 2022 - Current
Nikulbhai PrajapatiSenior Structural Designer