Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Additional Information
Projects Involved
Christopher Sebastiraj

Christopher Sebastiraj

Instrumentation & Control Engineer
Sivagangai,Tamilnadu

Summary

Determined Controls Engineer with sound knowledge of quality assurance procedures, strategic planning and specification review. Analytical problem-solver with strengths in communication and organization. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Hyundai Engineering Co.Ltd.,
10.2024 - Current
  • Lead I&C engineering execution for hydropower plants, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
  • Conduct comprehensive design reviews of SCADA systems and plant control networks, aligning with Employer’s Requirements.
  • Coordinate and review hydropower instrumentation designs, collaborating with suppliers for seamless integration.
  • Design, prepare, review, and approve critical drawings, including P&ID, instrumentation design philosophy, and system configuration..
  • Review and approve Process Control Narratives and Cause & Effect diagrams.
  • Develop Instrument Index, I/O lists, wiring and connection diagrams, and cable schedules.
  • Evaluate and approve field instrument installation hook-ups.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Civil, Piping, Electrical, HSE) to ensure cohesive project delivery.
  • Coordination work with interface disciplines, such as Procurement, Civil, Piping, Electrical, HSE and others.
  • Interpret EPC contract requirements, verifying design compliance and updating Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings.
  • Manage design updates for CCTV, telephone, PA, and fire detection systems.
  • Review and approve vendor documentation for quality and compliance.
  • Evaluate electrical systems (switchgears, switchyards, generator/transformer protection, excitation systems) for SCADA integration and compatibility.
  • Collaborate with turbine suppliers to align instrumentation for turbines and generators, ensuring system interoperability.
  • Lead commissioning of Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) and hydrological measuring stations, achieving operational reliability.
  • Oversee engineering deliverables schedule for I&C, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

Senior Lead Controls Engineer

GE-Quest Alliance Engineering Services
11.2021 - 09.2024
  • Designed GE MarkVie DCS hardware and software based on project requirements.
  • Analyzed process control narratives, P&IDs, and cause-and-effect diagrams for automation accuracy.
  • Developed control logic using GE MarkVie Toolbox ST and validated with Easy5 simulation platform.
  • Created user-friendly HMI interfaces for efficient plant operation monitoring and management.
  • Provided technical support to internal and external customers.
  • Developed customized control strategies, enhancing process stability and minimizing downtime.
  • Conducted integration testing for gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG, and BOP using simulation platforms.
  • Supported plant start-up, shutdown, and commissioning for GE combined cycle power plants.
  • Coordinated with project teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Sravanthi Energy Pvt.Ltd
06.2020 - 11.2021
  • Participated in design specification reviews, coordinating with inter-departmental teams to align commissioning with project schedules.
  • Reviewed vendor and subcontractor submittals, ensuring compliance with project specifications and providing feedback.
  • Led erection, commissioning, and testing of Emerson Ovation 1100 and Honeywell Experian PKS R310 DCS.
  • Led erection and commissioning of I&C for GE 6FA gas turbine and HTC steam turbine.
  • Troubleshot field devices, including control valves, solenoid-operated valves, motorized valves, transmitters, gauges, and analyzers.
  • Monitored and recorded test results, witnessing final equipment testing and acceptance.
  • Prepared detailed reports on control systems and instrumentation commissioning for project reviews.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact for Controls and Instrumentation contractors through prompt and effective technical support.


Commissioning Engineer

SK Engineering& Construction Limited
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Actively involved in Commissioning of SAC SD8000 SCADA system with GE Rx3i PLC for Hydropower plant and substation.
  • Assisted in commissioning of NLDC's Load dispatch control over IEC 60870-104 with EGAT.
  • Analyzed, troubleshooting control system problems and communicated possible solutions with commissioning team.
  • Coordinated with technical liaisons and members of construction team to address technical issues in order to meet project requirements.
  • Ran support tests, made adjustments in software of PLC and SCADA.
  • Leading interlocks testing of Substation High Voltage circuit breakers and disconnector switches.
  • Coordinated with technical liaisons and construction team members to address technical issues for meeting project requirements.

Commissioning & Maintenance Engineer

Operation and Maintenance Solutions Pvt.Ltd
06.2016 - 05.2018
  • Actively participated in commissioning GE 6FA gas turbine with GE MarkVie control system.
  • Led commissioning of HRSG and BOP with Honeywell Experion PKS R310 control system.
  • Tested and troubleshot instruments including transmitters, temperature elements, flow elements, control valves, and motorized valves.
  • Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance on field instruments and control systems.
  • Generated monthly maintenance activity reports for management review.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance performance.

Commissioning Engineer

Vadim Infrastructure Pvt.Ltd
06.2012 - 05.2016
Instrumentation Engineer – Power Plants
  • Executed instrumentation erection, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and maintenance for combined cycle, thermal, and hydropower plants.
  • Conducted cold and hot loop checks of field instruments with DCS.
  • Supported installation and commissioning of GE MarkVie, Honeywell Experian PKS R300, maxDNA, and Woodward control systems.
  • Performed maintenance on GE MarkVie, Honeywell Experian PKS R300, maxDNA, and Woodward control systems.
  • Calibrated control valves, motorized valves, temperature elements, flow transmitters, level transmitters, pressure transmitters, vibration sensors, and gauges.
  • Troubleshot process control equipment, including control valves, motorized valves, temperature elements, flow, level, and pressure transmitters, vibration sensors, and gauges.

Education

B.E - Electronics & Communication Engineering

Anna University, Chennai
08.2009 - 2012.04

Diploma - Electronics & Communication

Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai
05.2007 - 2009.05

Skills

Timeline

Instrumentation and Control Engineer - Hyundai Engineering Co.Ltd.,
10.2024 - Current
Senior Lead Controls Engineer - GE-Quest Alliance Engineering Services
11.2021 - 09.2024
Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer - Sravanthi Energy Pvt.Ltd
06.2020 - 11.2021
Commissioning Engineer - SK Engineering& Construction Limited
06.2018 - 01.2020
Commissioning & Maintenance Engineer - Operation and Maintenance Solutions Pvt.Ltd
06.2016 - 05.2018
Commissioning Engineer - Vadim Infrastructure Pvt.Ltd
06.2012 - 05.2016
Anna University - B.E, Electronics & Communication Engineering
08.2009 - 2012.04
Directorate of Technical Education - Diploma, Electronics & Communication
05.2007 - 2009.05

Languages

English
Full Professional
Tamil
Advanced
Hindi
Intermediate

Additional Information

Date of Birth : 05/06/1990

Father's Name : Sebastiraj

Gender : Male

Marital Status : Married

Nationality : Indian

Notice Period : 90 days.

Passport details : U9091202, Expires on 29/06/2031.

Projects Involved

  • Instrumentation & Control Design,Erection and Commissioning, Tina River Hydropower Development Projec , Honiara, Solomon Islands.
  • Lead Control System Design, Nhon-Trach 3&4 Thermal Power Plant (2x810 MW), Ho-Chi-minh, Vietnam.
  • Lead Control System Design, Manildra Nowra Cogeneration Power Plant (2x27 MW), Australia.
  • Control System Design, ENEL Montalto Power Plant (4x150 MW), Italy.
  • Control System Design, ENEL Termini Power Plant (2x150 MW), Italy.
  • Instrumentation Design, Erection, and Commissioning, Sravanti Energy Private Limited Hydropower Plant (4x72 MW), Kashipur, India.
  • Instrumentation Erection and Commissioning, Xe-Pian Xe-Namnoy Hydropower Plant (3x150 MW, 1x40 MW), Attapeu, Laos.
  • Instrumentation Erection and Commissioning, Kudgi Thermal Power Station (5x800 MW), Kudgi, Karnataka, India.
  • Instrumentation Erection and Commissioning, KRIBHCO Combined Cycle Power Plant (1x72 MW), Surat, Gujarat, India.
  • Instrumentation Erection and Commissioning, ONGC Mangalore Petrochemicals Limited Power Plant (1x72 MW), Mangalore, Karnataka, India.


Christopher SebastirajInstrumentation & Control Engineer