R TAMIL SELVAN
Chennai
Summary
Detail-driven Structural Steel Checker with 8 years of hands-on experience, ensuring high-accuracy deliverables for structural steel projects across U.S. clients. Specialized in checking GA, assembly, and shop drawings, validating connections per AISC, and mentoring modelers to reduce rework. Known for improving drawing quality, streamlining workflows, and ensuring smooth fabrication through precise Tekla-based review processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer
L&T Construction
Chennai
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with designers to create structural steel models and drawings for heavy civil structures.
- Developed 3D models, assisting in design validation and constructability reviews.
- Established timelines and deliverables in collaboration with project managers.
- Prepared detailed BOQs, maintained records, and ensured compliance with project specifications.
- Created comprehensive 2D and 3D models for diverse construction projects.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations and industry standards throughout all processes.
Structural Steel Checker
BlueScope Steel India Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
07.2017 - 02.2025
- Created fabrication drawings from engineering design and project notes for building components.
- Designed detailed shop drawings for structural steel projects based on specifications.
- Prepared erection, approval, permit, and anchor rod drawings following AISC standards.
- Reviewed shop drawings for compliance with design specifications and erection feasibility.
- Uploaded parts into manufacturing system and released Bill of Materials to production.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve design challenges and field issues.
- Trained junior detailers and checkers on drawing standards and company-specific tools.
- Provided technical support during field installations and clarified doubts.
Education
B.E. - Civil Engineering
Easwari Engineering College
ChennaiSkills
- Tekla Structures and AutoCAD
- MS Office
- Bluebeam
- Structural steel detailing
- General arrangement drawings
- Erection and shop drawings
- Bill of materials and reports
- 3D modeling
- Clash detection and RFI coordination
- AISC code compliance
Projects
Agra Metro Rail Project
Chennai Metro Rail Project (CMRL)
Costco Wholesale buildings in the US and Canada
Google data center buildings
Span construction projects
Airport hangar building
Warehouses & Commercial Steel Buildings
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Native
Native
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Senior Engineer
L&T Construction
02.2025 - Current
Structural Steel Checker
BlueScope Steel India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2017 - 02.2025
B.E. - Civil Engineering
Easwari Engineering College