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Ramakrishnan Sankaran - (PMP)®
Senior Engineering Manager - Design ( PSS , WIND ,SOLAR & CON 4)
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Renewable energy engineering leader with 15+ years of experience across solar PV, wind energy, hybrid power systems, substation engineering, grid integration, and project commissioning. Has led engineering design, EPC coordination, technical reviews, regulatory compliance, procurement support, and execution planning for utility-scale renewable projects, including current responsibility for new solar PV and wind programs totaling 1 GW. Known for managing multidisciplinary teams, driving design quality, improving constructability, and aligning engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning functions to project milestones. Brings deep experience in SLD development, inverter and cable design, SCADA-based performance review, FAT/SAT processes, substation layout optimization, and technical documentation for renewable project delivery.
Experienced design professional with track record of delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Known for strong focus on collaboration and achieving project milestones effectively. Reliable team player with expertise in CAD modeling and problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Ayana Renewables Power Private Ltd
Senior Design Engineering Manager
09.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Led design engineering coordination and commissioning for renewable energy projects totaling 1 GW across solar PV and wind portfolios, ensuring effective project execution.
- Directing end-to-end engineering involvement from concept and design through site execution, commissioning, and stakeholder coordination across project teams.
- Reviewed layouts, ROS, SAFOP, and technical documentation to enhance design compliance and execution readiness.
- Planning mobilization of manpower, equipment, and contractors to support timely project delivery while maintaining HSE, quality, and schedule controls.
- Oversaw ISP procurement and vendor coordination to ensure alignment of engineering requirements with project execution.
Tata Consulting Engineers Ltd
Engineering Manager - Renewables
03.2023 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Managed engineering design and document review for renewable energy projects, ensuring accuracy in technical datasheets, layouts, SLDs, DPRs, and EYA-related documentation.
- Enhanced technical decision-making by identifying design issues early and implementing solutions to prevent engineering problems during execution.
- Facilitated design standardization and quality-focused review processes for renewable project engineering packages, contributing to consistent project outcomes.
Echandha Urja Pvt Ltd
Project Engineer
11.2014 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Developed engineering package for 130 MW project, including SLD development, inverter design, cable schedules, as-built drawings, fuse rating, cable selection, procurement inputs, and project costing.
- Optimized detailed electrical design to enhance constructability and procurement readiness for utility-scale solar deployment.
- Coordinated component selection with design documentation to ensure alignment of technical scope with commercial and execution requirements.
Al Jaber Transport General Contracting LLC
Senior Technical Engineer
01.2013 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Developed site pre-feasibility studies, FAT and SAT reports, and detailed project reports for electrical infrastructure and substation projects to ensure informed decision-making.
- Streamlined substation layouts for compliance and execution efficiency across design stages, enhancing project implementation.
- Coordinated testing, commissioning, and snag clearance activities to ensure thorough project closeout readiness.
Suzlon Energy Ltd
Project Engineer
08.2010 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Executed commissioning, O&M planning, and maintenance support activities, ensuring smooth operation of wind farm projects.
- Performed wind farm power performance assessment and SCADA data analysis, identifying issues to enhance operational performance.
- Resolved technical problems through structured analysis, improving reliability and supporting optimal plant performance.
Education
Anna UniversityChennai
B.E. from Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
01-2008
Skills
Renewable energy leadership: engineering management, technical governance, multidisciplinary team leadership, stakeholder management, cross-functional coordination
Solar PV systems: utility-scale solar design, SLDs, inverter design, cable sizing, component selection, layouts, as-built drawings, technical datasheets, DPRs, energy yield assessment support, power evacuation planning
Wind energy: wind farm commissioning, O&M planning, power performance assessment, SCADA data analysis, execution support, reliability improvement
Grid and electrical systems: grid integration, substation design optimization, FAT, SAT, testing and commissioning, regulatory compliance, international standards alignment, technical review
Project delivery: EPC management support, procurement coordination, contractor mobilization, quality assurance, HSE adherence, schedule tracking, risk identification, root cause analysis
Tools and methods: AutoCAD, design documentation control, quality management, project planning, PMP practices, resource allocation, technical problem solving
Solar PV, wind farm, hybrid renewable systems, grid integration, grid code compliance, SCADA, substation design, renewable project commissioning, power evacuation, regulatory compliance, EPC management, PPA support, engineering design, technical documentation, FAT, SAT, testing and commissioning, energy yield assessment, SLD, DPR, procurement coordination, stakeholder management, utility-scale renewable energy
Engineering software
Design optimization
Innovation management
Problem-solving
Time management
Creative thinking
AutoCAD
Technical troubleshooting
Critical thinking
Team building
Project management
Compliance standards
Electrical engineering standards
Certification
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)®, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Interests
Timeline
Senior Design Engineering Manager
Ayana Renewables Power Private Ltd
09.2025 - Current
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)®, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
01-2025
Engineering Manager - Renewables
Tata Consulting Engineers Ltd
03.2023 - 09.2024
Project Engineer
Echandha Urja Pvt Ltd
11.2014 - 03.2023
Senior Technical Engineer
Al Jaber Transport General Contracting LLC
01.2013 - 01.2014
Project Engineer
Suzlon Energy Ltd
08.2010 - 12.2012
Anna University
B.E. from Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Additional Information
Open to senior leadership roles in renewable energy engineering, technical director functions, engineering management, grid integration, and project delivery.