ANAND PANDYA
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Summary
Assistant Project Engineer | Steelcast Limited, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India
Project Engineer with 12+ years of experience across industrial environments, including manufacturing and project execution roles. Currently involved in owner-side CAPEX projects covering electrical and utility systems, HT/LT power distribution, contractor coordination, FAT/SAT, commissioning support, safety compliance, and HAZOP participation. Known for strong cross-functional coordination and clear stakeholder communication, with experience delivering multi-crore projects. Open to project execution roles within large manufacturing and expansion programs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Project Engineer
Steelcast Limited
Bhavnagar, Gujarat
11.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with Project Manager to manage CAPEX budget, ensure resource allocation, financial adherence, and project success.
- Lead installation of industrial structures, buildings, sheds, foundry/CNC/power equipments, transformers, switchgear, LT PCC/MCC panels, lighting, 11KV/switchyard protection, HT/LT cabling, trays, ensuring compliance with IEC 60364, IEC 61439, IEC 60204, IEC 60947, IEC 60076, IS 732, IS 3043, IS 2026, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 and HAZOP participation.
- Coordinate and conduct FAT/SAT for electrical panels, switchgears, transformers, equipments, and electrical utilities to verify functional performance and commissioning readiness.
- Verify contractor invoices, prepare execution plans and schedules, and enforce safety compliance through LOTO, permit-to-work, and daily safety permits.
- Supervise electrical, civil, and mechanical teams, managing load assessments, transformer and motor selection, cable and breaker sizing.
- Prepare and review RFQs, BOQs, and BOMs, verify contractor invoices, and continuously track project progress to ensure milestone achievement.
- Lead the documentation of project meetings, drafting Minutes of Meetings, and resolving issues to ensure smooth communication among stakeholders.
- Conduct regular 5S audits, maintaining up-to-date equipment records, and addressing supplier concerns to ensure seamless project execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine project strategies, enhancing delivery times.
- Contributed to delivery of ₹25+ Cr multi-disciplinary expansion projects, ensuring compliance, safe system integration, and effective OEM/supplier coordination.
- Improved commissioning quality and risk control by refining equipment validation, supporting safety reviews, and enhancing contractor milestone adherence.
Maintenance and Project Engineer
Kanadia Fyr Fyter Private Limited - Kanex
Sihor, Gujarat
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Led routine and breakdown maintenance activities using RCA, MTTR/MTBF, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and control maintenance costs.
- Coordinated maintenance teams, EPC contractors, and vendors, managing inspections, schedules, reports, and CAPEX activities for utility systems while ensuring statutory, environmental, and safety compliance.
- Implemented 5S, permit-to-work, Kaizen, and preventive maintenance practices, resulting in improved equipment efficiency, safer operations, and enhanced workforce capability through structured training.
Electrical Site In-charge
Aaditya Constructions, C/o. Nirma Chemicals Limited
Bhavnagar, Gujarat
02.2017 - 12.2020
- Executed owner-side (Nirma Chemicals Limited) electrical site activities, coordinating manpower, materials, and vendors for electrical systems including MCCs, transformers, and motors, while acting as the primary interface with client engineering teams.
- Managed site resources, staff recruitment and training, material sourcing, billing control, and schedule tracking to deliver electrical maintenance and project tasks within defined timelines and budgets.
- Strengthened safety, reliability, and cost performance by enforcing statutory compliance, reducing electrical downtime through structured troubleshooting, and optimizing vendor and resource utilization through clear communication and coordination.
Electrical Site Engineer
Mayur Enterprise
Rajkot, Gujarat
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Executed electrical EPC works for GETCO substations, coordinating site activities for equipment installation, cabling, testing, and commissioning support.
- Managed manpower, contractors, and materials on site to meet project schedules, technical specifications, and safety requirements.
- Ensured quality and safety compliance through regular inspections, coordination with project teams, and adherence to approved drawings and standards.
Electrical Foreman
Sachdeva Industries Limited
Sihor, Gujarat
06.2012 - 10.2015
- Executed electrical operations for a steel recycling and re-rolling manufacturing plant, overseeing HT/LT systems, motors, panels, and plant utilities to support continuous production.
- Supervised site manpower and coordinated daily execution activities, including fault rectification, preventive actions, and material usage to minimize downtime and operational risk.
- Ensured safety compliance and reliable plant operation by enforcing work permits, safe practices, and structured troubleshooting across electrical systems.
Education
B.Tech. - Engineering Technology
Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) | WILP
Pilani, Rajasthan, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts (Special) (External) - Literature
Saurashtra University
Rajkot, Gujarat , India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India 04.2001 -
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Nirma University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India 04.2001 -
Gujarat Secondary And Higher Secondary Education Board
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, IndiaSkills
- Project Engineering & CAPEX Execution
- Electrical Engineering & Design
- Electrical Load Calculations & Analysis
- HT/LT Power Distribution Systems
- Electrical Distribution Design
- Scheduling & Planning (MS Project)
- Contractor & Vendor Coordination
- Commissioning Support & FAT/SAT
- Safety Compliance & HAZOP Participation
- Project Estimation & Cost Control
- Resource Allocation & Coordination
- Quality Assurance in Projects
- Technical Documentation & Reporting
- Stakeholder & Business Communication
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
- Technical Analysis & Problem Solving
- Documentation & Document Control
Tools
- MS Office Suite (Project tracking, reporting)
- Exposure to MS Project (Schedule review)
- Exposure to AutoCAD (Drawing review, coordination)
Certification
- Certified Electrical Supervisor: Government of Gujarat, India
- Certified Project Manager: Foundation & Professional, Google, Inc., CA, USA, In Progress, 03/26
- Certified Internal Auditor: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, Perry Johnson Registrars, Inc., MI, USA, In Progress, 03/26
- Certified Trainer: Solar Related Qualification Packs (for 7 Job Roles), Skill Council for Green Jobs and NSDC, New Delhi, India
- Certified Trainer: Electrical-Related Qualifications Packs (for 2 Job Roles), Power Sector Skill Council and NSDC, New Delhi, India
- Certified Trainer: Employability, Entrepreneurship, and Life Skills, NIESBUD, Dehradun, India
Languages
Gujarati
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Assistant Project Engineer
Steelcast Limited
11.2021 - Current
Maintenance and Project Engineer
Kanadia Fyr Fyter Private Limited - Kanex
01.2021 - 03.2021
Electrical Site In-charge
Aaditya Constructions, C/o. Nirma Chemicals Limited
02.2017 - 12.2020
Electrical Site Engineer
Mayur Enterprise
11.2015 - 02.2017
Electrical Foreman
Sachdeva Industries Limited
06.2012 - 10.2015
B.Tech. - Engineering Technology
Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) | WILP
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts (Special) (External) - Literature
Saurashtra University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Gujarat Technological University
04.2001 -
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Nirma University
04.2001 -
Gujarat Secondary And Higher Secondary Education Board