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
08.2009 - 04.2012
Diploma - Electronics & Communication
05.2007 - 05.2009
Skills
Control systems design
Instrumentation installation and commissioning
Expertise in industrial automation systems
Instrumentation expertise for energy production
Pre-commissioning and commissioning expertise
DCS expertise in GE MarkVie, Honeywell Experian and Emerson ovation
SCADA software engineering
Startup activities for power plants
Power plant instrumentation design
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 - 04.2012
Directorate of Technical Education - Diploma, Electronics & Communication
05.2007 - 05.2009
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.