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ANUSHKA VIJAYAN

Christchurch

Summary

Highly motivated and resourceful Electrical Engineer with more than three years of experience in the electrical distribution industry and completed a Master of Engineering studies from Auckland University of Technology. An Intermediate Design Engineer with a proven track record at Connetics, specializing in HV/LV overhead and underground electrical systems. Experienced in managing projects with professionalism while adhering to relevant standards and regulations. Seeking a Transmission Lines Engineer position at AECOM to utilize my technical skills and expand my expertise in the transmission space.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Intermediate Design Engineer

Connetics
08.2022 - Current
  • Designin overhead electrical systems, including the configuration of HV/LV overhead lines, poles, and other infrastructure for Orion and Mainpower networks as per their standards.
  • Completed different HV/LV Orion pole packs around Christchurch regions within the timeframe and budget.
  • Designing of different underground jobs for Mainpower networks as per the requirements and standards.
  • Plan, co-ordinate complex customer related projects and Council jobs for different networks in term of time frame, customer requirements, future developments and impact on the utility network and commissioning.
  • Use design software like ColdNet pole and Profile to create accurate and detailed engineering drawings and check clearance requirements for various types of overhead networks.
  • Create scope and quotations for different projects as per clients requirements and company standards.
  • Peer review different projects and provide relevant feedback for modification and design improvements.
  • Work collaboratively with clients and team members to ensure successful delivery of work within the time frame.

Maintenance Engineer

Wellington Electricity
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Organized the operation and maintenance of overhead distribution system under specific budget and time frame.
  • Managed the defects in the network along with scheduling the works as per the priority
  • Established delivery and installation schedules for poles, pole transformers in overhead distribution system etc
  • Work collaterally with different teams and clients for successful delivery of jobs.

Graduate Electrical Engineer

Tritech Corporation
02.2019 - 11.2019
  • Planned, designed, and implemented electrical systems including substation layout, internal wiring, and low voltage systems
  • Experienced in the calculation of circuit wiring layout, electrical load, and lighting in residential buildings, offices, and malls
  • Worked on the selection and sizing of electrical power system components (Transformer, Diesel Generator, Switchgear, Changeover system, Cabling, Panels, etc.)
  • Worked on the earthing and lightning protection systems for high raising buildings

Education

Master of Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland
01.2020

Master of Technology - Power Electronics

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
01.2018

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Mahatma Gandhi University
01.2015

Skills

  • Technical Skills: Overhead distribution line design using ColdNet pole and ColdNet profile and drafting using AutoCad, completed relevant overhead distribution line design courses
  • Team player: Worked with a diverse group of people and efficiently met deadlines and targets Ensured high quality of work and was committed to bringing out the best possible performance within myself and my team
  • Time management: Working as an Electrical Engineer handled multiple projects and delivered the designs for each project within the required timeframe
  • Adaptive Learner: Self-motivated and enjoy the process of acquiring new skills and knowledge through training programs and hands-on experience
  • Communication skills: Effective verbal communication by expressing all the necessary information to teammates and senior engineers
  • Work ethic: A ‘can-do attitude’ enabled me to succeed in my previous work as well as studies
  • Excellent in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Documentation: Experienced in technical report writing

Accomplishments

  • Thesis work completed and the journal paper published in the International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IJRASET) on the topic “A Novel Dual-Input Asymmetrical17-Level Inverter”.
  • Participated in “IEEE International Conference on Technological Advancements in Power and energy TAP Energy2017” organized by Department of Electrical Engineering, Amritapuri Campus on the topic “Switched Inductor Semi-quadratic Buck Converter”.
  • Presented seminar on “Modelling, analysis, and simulation of a dynamic voltage restorer (DVR) to mitigate voltage sag during three-phase fault”.
  • Modelling and simulation of “Stand-Alone Photovoltaic System”: Designed modelling stand-alone photovoltaic system based on residential electrical loads and simulating the system using solar insolation and temperature of the live location.

References

Referees available on request

Timeline

Intermediate Design Engineer

Connetics
08.2022 - Current

Maintenance Engineer

Wellington Electricity
08.2021 - 08.2022

Graduate Electrical Engineer

Tritech Corporation
02.2019 - 11.2019

Master of Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Auckland University of Technology

Master of Technology - Power Electronics

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Mahatma Gandhi University

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