1. Robert D. Eschbach
Contact Information:
robeschbach89@gmail.com
847-347-3667
Current Address:
1661 Thomas Ave Apt 2
San Diego, CA 92109
OBJECTIVE Searching for a full time design engineering position in the greater San Diego
area that will leverage my past experience and skills.
***Current EIT and eligible for PE licensure in the state of California***
EDUCATION Iowa State University, Ames, IA
B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Graduated: Dec 2011 GPA: 3.48
Griffith University
Gold Coast, Australia
Semester Study Abroad
WORK
EXPERIENCE
Kiewit Power Constructors – San Diego, CA (Pio Pico Energy Center)
Field Engineer: Aug 2015 – Present
 Install equipment, piping, and supports to construct a power plant.
 Lead and plan work for a crew of 30+ craft employees
 Interpret engineered drawings to ensure conformance to the design
 Troubleshoot problems in a fast paced environment
Kiewit Engineering & Design Company – Kansas City, MO
Mechanical Design Engineer II: Sep 2012 – Present
 Design large EPC projects in the Power and LNG markets
 Develop P&IDs and support Piping Isometric Drawings
 Perform energy balances, heat transfer and flow calculations
 Procure engineered equipment and manage contracts
 Size and specify equipment such as pumps, heat exchangers, etc.
 Interpret codes and standards to ensure design compliance
 Coordinate and integrate cross discipline design principles
 Lead design reviews to ensure construction and client satisfaction
BD Medical – Columbus, NE
Manufacturing Quality Engineer: Jan 2012 – Sep 2012
 Led process validations in FDA regulated environment
 Worked in cross-functional teams for process improvements
 Exercised statistical process control and root cause analysis
Emerson Process Management Rosemount – Chanhassen, MN
Engineering Intern: May 2009 – Aug 2011 (Summers + 1 Semester)
 Designed hardware, software, and skids for process control
SKILLS  Motivated independent learner with strong personal skills
 Exceptional presentation and team leadership abilities
 Clear, concise, and organized technical writing skills
 Strong understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
 Proficient with engineering software (Mathcad, AFT products, etc)