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Mahendra K

Mahendra K

Piping Design Engineer
Bengaluru

Summary

Over all 15 years of experience in the field of Piping engineering managing all stages of project cycle involved in 3D Modeling, design of Pipe routing , producing Ortho view & Isometric view in AutoCAD Plant 3D. Also extended support to engineering team in developing Overall Plant Layout, Equipment Layout, PFD, PID & HFD , Civil Foundation drawings, Puddle pipe detailed drawings, reviewing vendor drawings, equipment orientation drawings to assure the technical requirements.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages

Work History

Piping Design Engineer

Freelancer for Plant Engineering India
04.2025 - Current

Project: Wanakbori thermal power station,Gujarat- (Retrofit & Modernization)

  • Pipe routing , Equipment modelling using Autocad Plant3D
  • Support placements in existing piping w.r.t ISO dwg.
  • Creating different type of support models as per Vendor GA
  • Support fabrication drawing.
  • Vendor PlugIn add on to Autocad Plant3D

Project: Nestle Moga ETP,Punjab

  • Creating of 3d models for Civil tank, puddle flange, foundations, Insert plates w.r.t Equipment Layout, P&ID,
  • Modelling of equipments, Process pipe routing , routing of dosing lines
  • coordinating with client to seek .STP files for RO skids, Dosing pump skid
  • Navisworks Manage for review

Building Information Modeler (BIM) 4

CDM Smith Global Services India LLP
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Preparing various piping deliverables like Piping Layout, Isometric drawings & pipe support drawings.
  • Facilitated smooth handovers between disciplines by ensuring adherence to established BIM standards and protocols.
  • Drafted and revised 2D CAD drawings to meet client specifications.
  • Clash check and Consistency checks are done in the Autodesk Navisworks software.

Lead Engineer

QuEST Global Engineering services Pvt. Ltd.
12.2019 - 08.2022
  • Updating Piping Models as per marked P&ID
  • 3D modeling- (equipment modeling and piping) in PLANT 3D.
  • Orthographic generation, Extraction of piping isometrics
  • Understanding Pipe Material specification document
  • Generating Bill of material
  • Clash check and Consistency checks are done in the Autodesk Navisworks software.
  • Coordination with inter disciplines such as Process, Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation & control.
  • Strictly following Quality Checklist before document submittal
  • Co-ordination with regions(MEA,NAM) for review meetings & understanding the client requirements for the project specific
  • Knowledge on Piping codes, valves, pipe fittings & Instruments
  • Keeping a track on hours utilized on day to day basis
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.

Senior Engineer

QuEST Global Engineering services Pvt. Ltd.
02.2016 - 11.2019
  • Preparing Equipment layout, 2D Piping Layouts
  • Draft the proposal HFD, PFD & PID's which includes line size calculation
  • Foundation drawings with referring to vendor GA's
  • Preparation of Membrane tank cassette drawings with BOM extraction.
  • Preparation of puddle pipe fabrication detail drawings
  • Preparation of Insert plate drawings
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance in best practices and fostering professional growth opportunities.
  • Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.

Design Engineer

Adarsh Solutions Pvt Ltd
04.2012 - 01.2016
  • Drafting the proposal documents such as HFD, PFD & PID diagrams
  • Executing the equipment layouts (water treatment plant systems) as per plant & process requirements in required elevations and sectional orthographic views.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Design Engineer

M/s FirePro Systems (P) Limited
09.2010 - 03.2012
  • Designing & drafting in Autocad.
  • Making bill of material (BOM), Material submittal and Shop Drawings.
  • Conventional and addressable fire detection & Alarm system
  • Public Address system
  • Fire hydrant and Sprinkler system
  • Shop dwg for CCTV & Access control system
  • Design brief report for discussion and approval of fire Shop drawing.
  • Incorporating details of HVAC duct, gasoline and plumbing services for layouts, residential and commercial buildings.

Associate Project Engineer

M/s Saankhya Techneering (P) Limited
07.2008 - 08.2010
  • LFM 3D modelling
  • To develop Master Engineering Records including optional Services of 3D computerized models using Auto Plant. Above job handles following activities
  • Identify and collect all projects &as-built core data from QP data Centre located in Doha pertaining to the locations and disciplines.
  • Line tracing in LFM by reading P&ID
  • Raise for RFI's , if required data is missing in LFM.
  • File conversion using Microstation
  • Request for Spec update to concerned department if required.
  • All data collected shall be converted into a single Master Engineering Record, site verified and brought into as-built status.

Education

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Sri Jayachamarajendra Govt Polytechnic
Bengaluru
04.2008

Skills

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Interests

Film making, Wildlife photography, Birding, Trekking, Dance, Environmental education

Software

Autocad Plant3D

E3D

Autodesk Navis Manage

Autodesk Vault

Bentley Projectwise Explorer

Autodesk BIM 360

Autocad solidworks PDM

Timeline

Piping Design Engineer

Freelancer for Plant Engineering India
04.2025 - Current

Building Information Modeler (BIM) 4

CDM Smith Global Services India LLP
09.2022 - 02.2023

Lead Engineer

QuEST Global Engineering services Pvt. Ltd.
12.2019 - 08.2022

Senior Engineer

QuEST Global Engineering services Pvt. Ltd.
02.2016 - 11.2019

Design Engineer

Adarsh Solutions Pvt Ltd
04.2012 - 01.2016

Design Engineer

M/s FirePro Systems (P) Limited
09.2010 - 03.2012

Associate Project Engineer

M/s Saankhya Techneering (P) Limited
07.2008 - 08.2010

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Sri Jayachamarajendra Govt Polytechnic

Languages

English
Kannada
Hindi
Tamil
Telugu

Accomplishments

  • I worked as assistant director for two kannada feature film & have done a guest appearance for the same.
  • I volunteered many events & came across very interesting individuals who are relentlessly working in the field of wildlife conservation.
  • I was part of "Elephant population estimation 2017" & "All India tiger count estimation 2013 & 2018".
  • Ranganthittu Bird census 2018.
  • From past 6 years, I am volunteering for a NGO in creating awareness about Forest fire for school children across Kodagu district.
  • Understanding legal framework in wildlife conservation. For example: Using RTI in seeking information, Reading wildlife protection Act & other laws.
Mahendra KPiping Design Engineer