Raul Escovilla

Professional Summary

Results-driven Senior Mechanical Engineer with over 20 years of diverse experience in HVAC system construction, installation, and preventive maintenance across oil & gas, commercial, power, and infrastructure sectors. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, managing high-value projects, and ensuring compliance with international standards and client requirements. Adept at optimizing system performance, reducing operational risks, and driving project profitability through technical excellence and stakeholder collaboration.

Core Competencies

• HVAC System Maintenance & Commissioning
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Planning
• Project Management & Client Coordination
• Regulatory Compliance (QCDD, HSE, ISO)
• AutoCAD – Shop & As-Built Drawings
• Budgeting & Cost Optimization
• Team Leadership & Contractor Supervision
• Risk Assessment & Site Safety Management

Professional Experience

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Engie Cofely Mannai Facility Management | Tornado Tower
Doha, Qatar | Dec 2016 – Sept 2022  | Jan 2025 – Present

• Oversaw HVAC and mechanical system maintenance for a high-rise commercial building.
• Facilitate preparation for QCDD inspection in fire-fighting, smoke extraction and building pressurization.
• Supervised major repairs and contractor work, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Responded to emergency breakdowns and implemented timely resolutions.
• Compiled monthly reports on HSE compliance, equipment performance, and system reliability.

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Project In-Charge
Engie Cofely Mannai Facility Management | QatarEnergy HVAC Maintenance Project
Mesaieed, Qatar | Sept 2022 – Dec 2024

• Lead HVAC maintenance activities at QatarEnergy’s Mesaieed Oil & Gas Plant.
• Maintain strong client relationships through daily and bi-weekly operations/management meetings.
• Plan, prepare, and submit preventive and corrective maintenance schedules.
• Monitor project performance, budget adherence, and timeline compliance.
• Identify additional project opportunities to increase company revenue.

Senior HVAC Engineer
Youlim C&T Ghana Ltd.
WA Water Supply Expansion Project & Takoradi 2 Combined Cycle Power Plant
WA & Takoradi, Ghana | May 2014 – Nov 2016

• Managed installation and commissioning of HVAC systems across water treatment and power plant projects.
• Coordinated interdepartmental installation activities for seamless integration.
• Prepared shop and as-built drawings using AutoCAD; oversaw procurement of HVAC materials.
• Enforced safety standards and led daily site inspections with contractors and consultants.

Senior HVAC Engineer
KOAM Electromechanical LLC | BOROUGE 3 Utilities & Offsite Projects
Al Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, UAE | Apr 2012 – Apr 2014

• Developed method statements, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and BOMs for HVAC systems.
• Supervised daily HVAC installation activities and commissioning.
• Prepared shop and as-built drawings using AutoCAD; oversaw procurement of HVAC materials.
• Coordinated with consultants and contractors to ensure quality compliance.

HVAC Engineer
Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction | DEWA Desalination Plant
Jebel Ali, Dubai, UAE | Mar 2010 – Mar 2012

• Oversaw HVAC system installation, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
• Liaised with civil and electrical teams to manage installation schedules.
• Conducted system commissioning and inspections.

HVAC Engineer
Cool Aire (ISO 9001:2000 Certified)
Davao City, Philippines | Nov 2007 – Oct 2009

• Led HVAC system installation including ducting and chilled water piping.
• Prepared BOMs, shop drawings, and site coordination reports.

HVAC Engineer
Acasia Engineering Services
Davao City, Philippines | Jul 2005 – Sept 2007

• Developed HVAC Bills of Materials and shop drawings.
  Managed installation schedules and procurement.
• Coordinated daily site operations and reporting.
  Shifting Supervisor.

Thermo-King (APL Project)
Davao City, Philippines | Apr 2003 – Jun 2005

• Supervised APL operations including PTI inspections and reefer dispatching.
• Managed manpower allocation and ensured smooth workflow across shifts.

SKILLS

• Leadership, Team Building, Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Decision Making
• Commercial Awareness, Budgeting and Cost Control, methodology, Awareness of Legal Documents,
• Microsoft Office Application Proficiency, AutoCAD and Web Browsing, MEP Works,
• HVAC, Plumbing

LANGUAGE

• English – Excellent
• Tagalog – Excellent

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES of TRAININGS:

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (2002), University of Southeastern Philippines
• 2D AutoCAD (Develop and design CAD operation) (2009) Samson Technical Institute, INC., Davao City Philippines
• IOSH Managing Safely (June 2019) Doha, State of Qatar

SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS:

• Basic Container and Chassis Inspection and Repair Procedure (2004)
• APL Container Yard, Davao City Philippines
• Water Supply for Fire Protection and Fire Pump Basic Calculation (July 2018) Millennium Plaza Doha, State of Qatar
• Basic to Advance HVAC Design Workshop (Sept 2019) Oryx Rotana Hotel Doha, State of Qatar
• Advance Plumbing Design and Swimming Pool Design Workshop (Nov 2019) Oryx Rotana Hotel Doha, State of Qatar