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Kumar V.S

Anupuram

Summary

Experienced Instrumentation Professional

A qualified Nuclear Power Plant Engineer with 27 years cross-functional experience in Construction, Commissioning, Maintenance and Training. Presently associated with BHAVINI in a 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor as a Maintenance Engineer-Instrumentation. Previously with Nuclear Power Corporation, Kaiga Generating Station 1&2 in twin Units Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors as Fuel Handling Systems Instrumentation-Commissioning and Maintenance Engineer. Proficiency in Commissioning and Maintenance of Instrumentation Systems of Nuclear Power Plant. Deftness in commissioning and maintenance of Conventional and Computerized control systems. Demonstrated communication and relationship management skills with the ability to work in large cross – functional teams.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Engineer-Instrumentation

BHAVINI
11.2008 - Current
  • Maintenance Engineer-Instrumentation at BHAVINI in a 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor
  • Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
  • Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, securing high-quality parts at competitive prices for the company.
  • Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Established maintenance schedules to ensure timely completion of all required tasks while minimizing disruptions to operations.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to design modifications that improved equipment performance and reliability.
  • Optimized spare parts inventory management for cost reduction and increased availability.
  • Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments before undertaking any maintenance activities to mitigate potential hazards effectively.
  • Trained junior engineers on best practices in maintenance engineering, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Reduced downtime, meticulously scheduling repairs during off-peak hours.
  • Negotiated service contracts with suppliers, achieving cost-effective maintenance support.
  • Coordinated with external vendors for timely completion of critical repairs and upgrades.

Fuel Handling Systems Instrumentation-Commissioning and Maintenance Engineer

Nuclear Power Corporation
04.1996 - 07.2008
  • Fuel Handling Systems Instrumentation-Commissioning and Maintenance Engineer at Kaiga Generating Station 1&2


Education

Trained -

Central Electronics Centre, Indian Institute of Technology

Graduate Engineer - Electronics

Institution of Engineers (India)
01.2005

Diploma - Electronics Engineering

Board of Technical Education
01.1992

Skills

  • Maintenance
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Technical Documentation
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Line management
  • Spares management
  • Commissioning
  • Regulatory audits
  • Contract handling
  • Construction
  • Safety Audits
  • Computer based systems Validation
  • Ageing management
  • Containment Building ILRT
  • Obsolescence management
  • Proficient in Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, Power point)

Professionalexperience

  • Handled EPC contracts.
  • Done detailed Engineering of conventional and safety critical systems
  • Done Construction and Commissioning of safety critical systems
  • Expertise in Maintenance of Instrumentation systems
  • Establishment of Reactor Containment Building ILRT systems Instrumentation.
  • Resolved problems in PLC / Computer based control systems
  • Hands on experience in Pneumatics and Oil hydraulics
  • Hands on experience in Re engineering and rehabilitation of control systems
  • Establishment of Maintenance Workshops and Calibration Laboratory.

Passportdetails

G2671874

Corefunctionalstrengths

Knowledge on Process system design and functional requirement of instrumentation, Install and commission instrumentation systems within given time schedule, Troubleshoot problems, rectify timely and avoid repetition, Possess capability to foresee failures in instrumentation, Analyze process transients and tune systems for avoiding impact on systems, Detail planning and procedural execution of Preventive and Shutdown maintenance, Budget and Procure spares with better cost estimation, Qualified for maintenance levels with Systematic Approach to Training, Drive a team with passion to achieve the mission, Skilled in Documenting and Presenting, Brainstorm for solutions within and among teams, Train personnel on Process system controls and instrumentation, Enhance and establish quality in maintenance conduct with respect to standards, Capable of inculcating culture in team for effective maintenance by prolonged emphasis

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 01/03/74

Timeline

Maintenance Engineer-Instrumentation

BHAVINI
11.2008 - Current

Fuel Handling Systems Instrumentation-Commissioning and Maintenance Engineer

Nuclear Power Corporation
04.1996 - 07.2008

Trained -

Central Electronics Centre, Indian Institute of Technology

Graduate Engineer - Electronics

Institution of Engineers (India)

Diploma - Electronics Engineering

Board of Technical Education

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