Blake Guerra
About Blake Guerra
Blake Guerra is an Engineering Technician Sr at LCRA in Austin, Texas, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in drafting and geology, having previously worked at PinnacleART and Lamar University.
Work at LCRA
Blake Guerra has been employed at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) as an Engineering Technician Sr since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for various engineering tasks, including leading teams as the Qualified Worker during As-built site visits to verify construction completion for specific projects. He also submits facility ratings for construction projects related to substations and transmission lines. Guerra utilizes an electronic drawing management system to file and indicate revisions to engineering drawings, ensuring accuracy and clarity in documentation.
Previous Experience
Before joining LCRA, Blake Guerra worked at Pinnacle Advanced Reliability Technologies (PinnacleART) as an AutoCAD/Field Drafter from 2014 to 2016. His responsibilities included drafting and preparing detailed engineering drawings. Additionally, he served as a Laboratory Instructor for Geology 1301 at Lamar University for one month in 2014, where he contributed to the educational development of students in the Beaumont/Port Arthur area.
Education and Expertise
Blake Guerra studied at Lamar State College-Port Arthur, where he completed a General Studies program from 2009 to 2012. He then attended Lamar University, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from 2012 to 2014. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in engineering and geology, contributing to his expertise in drafting and project management.
Engineering Responsibilities
In his current role, Blake Guerra determines the Most Limiting Series Element (MLSE) for future projects and upgrades. He drafts newly designed projects using AutoCAD, preparing detailed engineering drawings, maps, and graphs. Additionally, he assigns substation and transmission line numbers for newly constructed sites, playing a critical role in the organization and management of engineering documentation.
Contributions to Standard Drawings
Blake Guerra has assisted in developing standard drawings for metering panels, contributing to the consistency and quality of engineering documentation within his organization. His work ensures that the drawings meet industry standards and facilitate effective communication among engineering teams.