Ganesh S
Tamil Nadu,TN
Summary
Commissioning engineer with over 11 years of experience specializing in renewable energy systems and project management, driving innovation and efficiency in complex environments. Skilled in executing comprehensive system tests to enhance operational integrity and delivering impactful technical training to empower teams. Proven track record of effective collaboration with project teams to adapt commissioning plans, ensuring compliance with budgetary constraints and design specifications while implementing robust cybersecurity measures. Strong technical acumen and project management expertise contribute to the successful execution of intricate commissioning projects that meet and exceed industry standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Commissioning Engineer
NEXTracker India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
03.2026 - Current
- Directed commissioning of nearly 2.5 GW in Nextracker solar tracker projects across UAE, Africa, and India, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery through strategic planning.
- Prepared JSA and Method & statement for the new sites as per the NX guidelines
- Established commissioning protocols and documentation, ensuring seamless project handover processes.
- Partnered with project teams to achieve adherence to engineering specifications, enhancing overall project integrity.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices in system commissioning and project execution methodologies.
- Executed system tests and validations for solar tracking technology installations, confirming operational readiness and reliability.
- Implemented rigorous inspection and testing procedure for the Components like NCU,SPC and other Components.
- Reviewed design documents to identify potential operational challenges early on.
Commissioning Engineer
NEXTracker India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad, TG
01.2024 - 02.2026
- Managed and executed commissioning activities for large-scale renewable energy projects, guaranteeing alignment with established industry standards.
- Facilitated training sessions for onsite NexTracker personnel and partner companies to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Implemented comprehensive encryption of trackers during commissioning to safeguard data integrity.
- Managed firmware upgrade processes across all sites, guaranteeing peak performance and alignment with the latest regulatory standards.
- Analyzed and reported real-time tracker and weather station data to optimize technical team performance through DMU network integration.
- Generated and managed non-conformance reports (NCRs) to address component failures, ensuring compliance with warranty processes and timely project delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive testing of inverter functionality and configured DMU network during commissioning to facilitate smooth operational integration.
- Implemented encryption of all trackers during commissioning to enhance data integrity and protect sensitive information.
- Performed quality checks on earthing systems and cable installations to ensure adherence to design specifications.
Field Service Engineer
GE India Industrial Pvt Ltd
Tamil Nadu, India
06.2018 - 12.2023
- Executed commissioning processes for 252 MW wind turbine project to enhance renewable energy production, including integration of 33 kV yard in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu.
- Implemented rigorous safety protocols to maintain 100% safety in service maintenance and commissioning of 2.x MW wind turbine projects.
- Facilitated uninterrupted machine operations to uphold customer contract commitments through prompt issue resolution.
- Provided specialized operation and maintenance support for GE 116-2.4 MW, GE 80-1.7 MW, and GE 116-2.3 MW wind turbines to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed retrofit activities across diverse sites, implementing strategies to boost operational efficiency and ensure reliability.
- Executed critical component replacements, including gearbox, generator, HSS bearing, and hollow shaft, to ensure system integrity.
- Managed SCADA configuration and PRT testing during commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical systems in 2.4 MW turbines.
- Analyzed data and prepared daily generation reports (DGR) and monthly generation reports (MGR) for stakeholder insights.
Technician and Junior Engineer
Batliboi Renewable Solution Pvt Ltd
Chennai, India
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Monitored Daily O&M and CAMC machine status across all sites by liaising with Site Managers and updating O&M Head on critical issues.
- Streamlined material procurement by utilizing FileMaker software for efficient ordering of failure materials.
- Executed comprehensive commissioning, pre-commissioning, and IIP tasks in collaboration with customers.
- Managed the erection and installation processes, including loading and unloading activities at site locations.
- Collaborated with breakdown attendance team to expedite repairs, reducing downtime for operations.
- Conducted technical and Quality for the wind turbines as per the Checklist.
- Executed thorough maintenance of Wind Turbine Checklists in compliance with supervisor directives, with regular updates.
- Updated alarm reset activities and maintained accurate data logs of Wind Turbine operations.
- Managed store activities and compiled Daily Breakdown Reports to provide operational insights for decision-making.
Trainee Engineer
Adaptek Automation Technology
Chennai, India
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Executed service and maintenance on industrial monitors, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Conducted quality assessments for industrial PCs, ensuring optimal working conditions.
- Prepared customized industrial modems according to client specifications to enhance satisfaction.
- Configured industrial modems to align with client specifications, improving client satisfaction.
Business Associate
Vertex India Solution Pvt Limited
Chennai, India
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Cultivated strong business relationships through customer engagement.
- Tailored industrial modems according to customer specifications for enhanced satisfaction.
- Configured industrial modems to align with client specifications, enhancing service delivery.
- Executed maintenance on industrial monitors and devices to guarantee peak performance.
- Conducted quality assessments to enhance functionality of industrial PC devices.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Roever Engineering College
Tamil Nadu05-2013
Skills
- Project setup and execution
- Customer relationship management
- Project oversight & Coordination
- Team development
- Strategy deployment
- Site acceptance testing execution
- Sustainable energy systems
- Development of electrical systems
- Network security measures
- Technical skill development
- Software version enhancements
- System functionality testing
Certification
- Advanced Training in Industrial Automation, 01/01/31
- Six Sigma Green Belt-Linked In, 01/01/24
- PMP-35 hrs Online Course Certification, 04/01/25
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Native
Native
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Personal Information
Timeline
Senior Commissioning Engineer
NEXTracker India Pvt Ltd
03.2026 - Current
Commissioning Engineer
NEXTracker India Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - 02.2026
Field Service Engineer
GE India Industrial Pvt Ltd
06.2018 - 12.2023
Technician and Junior Engineer
Batliboi Renewable Solution Pvt Ltd
02.2017 - 06.2018
Trainee Engineer
Adaptek Automation Technology
07.2016 - 01.2017
Business Associate
Vertex India Solution Pvt Limited
01.2014 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Roever Engineering College