G. Thanumoorthy
Engineering Maintenance ( Instrumentation & Automation) & Projects
Bangalore
Summary
Seeking challenging assignments in Engineering & maintenance/ Instrumentation & Automation, and Commissioning within the Process Control and Automation Industry. Dedicated to integrating technical expertise and leadership acumen to elevate organizational performance to world-class standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Associate Director Engineering & Maintenance
Biocon Biologics Ltd
03.2021 - Current
- Accountable for engineering & maintenance related activities and leading the team of engineers and technicians in the field of integrated automation system in servicing, repairs, retrofit, and new projects
- Developed and implemented long-term maintenance strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Provided direction and guidance to the maintenance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Oversaw the maintenance of critical manufacturing equipment, utilities, and facilities
- Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements and implemented risk mitigation strategies
- Managed the maintenance budget and drove initiatives to enhance maintenance processes and increase operational efficiency
- Established and maintained relationships with equipment suppliers, service providers, and contractors
- Developed and implemented emergency response protocols for equipment breakdowns and other unforeseen events
- Collaborated with other departments to support production schedules, resolve technical issues, and implement process improvements
- Accomplished the successful completion of the B3 plant project, spearheaded utility plant enhancement projects, implemented a comprehensive Computer System Validation (CSV) process, and designed and implemented an automated backup solution.
Senior Manager Automation & Instrumentation Project & Maintenance
Biocon Sdn. BHD
01.2014 - 02.2021
- Entrusted with the responsibilities of requirement analysis, process & process assessment
- Responsible for project and maintenance for instrumentation and automation
- Prepared URS, conducted Factory Acceptance Test, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ activities
- Accountable for engineering instrumentation and automation related activities and leading the team of engineers and technicians in the field of integrated automation system in servicing, repairs, retrofit, and new projects
- Led, motivated, and managed multidisciplinary teams
- Ensured safe and efficient maintenance activities
- Maintained strict adherence to standard operating & maintenance procedures
- Coordinated with operations and allied functions for ensuring availability of spare parts and consumables
- Undertook and participated in continual improvement projects/activities
- Participated in cross-functional EHS audits and inspections
- Handled control system design engineering, preparation of configuration diagrams, and preparation of functional write-ups.
Senior Executive Automation & Instrumentation Project & Maintenance
Biocon LTD
06.2006 - 01.2014
- Entrusted with the responsibilities of requirement analysis, process & process assessment
- Responsible for PLC software development and system integration
- Conducted Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test
- Handled the instrumentation projects from stage of designing, selection, ordering, commissioning, validating, and handing over to the process persons
- Maintained instrumentation dept
- For API & Formulation in the plant without affecting running maintenance with cGMP systems
- Handled maintenance and handling of the Bio-pharmaceuticals equipment's and Formulation equipment's
- Maintained control systems of Allen Bradley, Siemens, Delta-V DCS & ABB DCS
- Handled trouble shooting and maintenance of Siemens PLCs and Wincc, Protool SCADA and Drives
- Handled trouble shooting and maintenance of Rockwell PLCs and Rsview, Factorytalk SCADA and Drives
- Handled trouble shooting and maintenance of Mitsubishi, Modicon, Schneider PLCs
- Configured, commissioned, and developed Logix for all PLCs and SCADA systems
- Handled maintenance of different make Centrifuges and worked on planning, maintenance, calibration of various measuring instruments
- Troubleshot and maintained pneumatic and electronic process control equipment and all field instruments.
Authorized Service Engineer
Siemens Ltd (Automation & Drives)
09.2005 - 05.2006
- Programmed and commissioned SIEMENS PLC Systems (S5, S7-200, 300, 400) and Drives
- Attended trouble shooting calls
- Handled programming and commissioning of SIEMENS PLC Systems for cleaning machines and conveyor systems.
Control Engineer (Automation & Drives)
Microcon I2I (P) ltd
01.2002 - 08.2005
- Handled software development & commissioning (PLC and HMI) and AC/DC Drive parameterizing and commissioning
- Managed creation of pre-commissioning procedures
- Detailed & designed instrumentation systems and configurations
- Handled requirement analysis, process & process assessment
- Handled major projects including break assembly line, testing line, wheel testing machine, assembly line, testing line, gas filling machine, engine testing machine, and testing & assembly.
Education
B.Tech in Engineering technology -
BITS (Birla Institute of Technology And Science)
2021
M.Tech in Software Systems - Software System
BITS (Birla Institute of Technology And Science)
2023
Management Leadership program - undefined
IIMB (Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore)
Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
Sree Krishna Polytechnic
Skills
DCS: Emerson, ABB, Simatic PCS7
SCADA / HMI: WINCC, WINCC FLEXIBLE, WONDERWARE, PROTOOL, RS view32, PlantPAx
PLC: S7400, S7300, S7200, Micro logix, SLC, Control Logix, Modicon, Mitsubishi(FX,G series)
Programming Tool: SFC, LAD, FBD, STL
Drives: MM440, Power flex 400, 40, SSD 550, ABB 550, Danfoss2800
Networking: ETHERNET, PROFIBUS, Foundation field Bus, Device net
Project Management: Requirement analysis, Life Cycle models, CSV, Work breakdown, Process assessment, Control Matrix and Valve matrix, Testing
Commissioning: Understanding wiring diagrams, trouble shooting, making pre commissioning procedures, Loop test, Process Optimization, conducting Factory Acceptance Test & Site Acceptance Test URS, DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ following the GAMP and CSV requirements
Domains: Pharmaceuticals, Process Plant Automation and automobile
Personal Information
- Passport Number: N8630856
- Date of Birth: 06/01/1982
- Marital Status: Married
Coursework
- SIEMENS PLC (SIMATIC S5): Programming installation and Troubleshooting In Center for electronic test Egg (CETE) Bangalore
- SIEMENS DRIVES (MM4, Master Drive VC, MC): Programming installation and Trouble shooting in SIEMENS ltd, Thanne, Mumbai
- DeltaV MD controller: Programming installation and troubleshooting in EMERSON Ltd., Mumbai
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green belt
Timeline
Lean Six Sigma Green belt
12-2023
Associate Director Engineering & Maintenance
Biocon Biologics Ltd
03.2021 - Current
Senior Manager Automation & Instrumentation Project & Maintenance
Biocon Sdn. BHD
01.2014 - 02.2021
Senior Executive Automation & Instrumentation Project & Maintenance
Biocon LTD
06.2006 - 01.2014
Authorized Service Engineer
Siemens Ltd (Automation & Drives)
09.2005 - 05.2006
Control Engineer (Automation & Drives)
Microcon I2I (P) ltd
01.2002 - 08.2005
B.Tech in Engineering technology -
BITS (Birla Institute of Technology And Science)
M.Tech in Software Systems - Software System
BITS (Birla Institute of Technology And Science)
Management Leadership program - undefined
IIMB (Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore)
Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
Sree Krishna Polytechnic