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Onsite Experience
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Manivannan Kamaraj

Manivannan Kamaraj

Bengaluru

Summary

Dynamic Software Engineer with a proven track record at ALSTOM Transport India Ltd, enhancing operational efficiency through innovative PLC programming and effective team leadership. Skilled in cross-departmental collaboration and project management, I excel in developing solutions that drive productivity and improve service delivery while mentoring teams to achieve their best performance.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer, Software Lead, EDU Manager (Current Role)

ALSTOM Transport India Ltd
Bangalore
12.2018 - Current
  • Managed team operations to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
  • Implemented training programs to develop staff skills and performance.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects to align goals and strategies.
  • Oversaw budget management to ensure effective resource allocation.
  • Facilitated regular meetings to communicate priorities and address challenges.
  • Developed policies to streamline processes and improve service delivery.
  • Reviewed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and action plans.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.

Freelancer – Contract Programmer

Enervac Servinduscom Ltda
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Developed software solutions to enhance operational efficiency for energy systems.

Lead Engineer

Axcend Automation and Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Bangalore
11.2017 - 05.2018
  • Developed software applications to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.

Senior Engineer

QuEST Global Engineering Pvt. Ltd
Bangalore
04.2014 - 11.2017
  • Led engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and compliance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative solutions for clients.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical skills.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address issues.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues in a timely manner.
  • Developed innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency and reduce project costs.

Project Lead

Vasundara Automation and Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd
12.2012 - 04.2014
  • Developed project plans and timelines to ensure timely delivery of objectives.
  • Managed client communications to maintain strong relationships throughout project lifecycle.
  • Developed software solutions using IEC 61131 programming languages and frameworks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and specifications.
  • Designed system architecture for scalable and maintainable software applications.

Senior Application Engineer

Kudai Mechatronics
Coimbatore
12.2009 - 12.2012
  • Designed and developed innovative application solutions for diverse client needs.
  • Analyzed user requirements to create technical specifications and documentation.
  • Optimized application performance through regular testing and debugging processes.
  • Led project meetings to coordinate tasks and set priorities among team members.
  • Identified opportunities for process automation and implemented solutions accordingly.
  • Developed and maintained complex software applications to meet customer requirements.
  • Documented bug fixes, feature requests, and other changes made during development cycles.

Application Engineer

Applied Automation Systems Private Limited
Coimbatore
10.2006 - 12.2009
  • Designed application solutions for automation systems in various industries.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather requirements and define project scope.
  • Developed technical documentation for software applications and user manuals.
  • Provided technical support to clients, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Conducted system testing and troubleshooting to ensure functionality and reliability.
  • Trained staff on new software applications and system upgrades.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to integrate systems seamlessly into operations.
  • Engaged in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery processes.
  • Developed and implemented software solutions for customer requirements.

Education

B.E - Mechatronics Engineering

Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology
01.2006

Diploma - Mechatronics Engineering

PSG Polytechnic College
01.2003

SSLC -

Sri K.Krishna Swamy Naidu Memorial Higher Secondary School
01.2000

Skills

  • PLC \ MPU Programming (in IEC 61131 Languages)
  • HMI and SCADA Programming
  • Distributed IO configuration over Device net, Ethernet and TRDP (SDTv2)
  • Historian Configuration and Reporting
  • Variable Frequency Drive configuration (VFD)
  • PLC Programming testing and troubleshooting
  • FAT, SAT, IQ and OQ document preparation and conducting
  • Onsite project commissioning
  • Electrical panel wiring troubleshooting
  • Sensors and Transducers calibration and configuration
  • Project document preparation as per EN50128, EN50657 and EN50716
  • Computer installation and configuration for new projects
  • Virtual machine implementation for control system testing
  • ALSTOM’s AGATE 3 and AGATE 4 Rolling Stock Controllers
  • Allen Bradley (AB) - RS View32 and Factory Talk View Studio V70
  • SIEMENS – WinCC, TIA
  • ABB
  • VIPA
  • WAGO – Codesys Web Visualization
  • MOVICON SCADA
  • Wonderware InTouch
  • TCMS Pack 551, 560, 600 and 700 (Controlbuild, Alchemist and Diagnostic Editor)
  • RS Logix 500, 5000, and Studio5000 – For AB PLC Programming
  • RS Linx – Communication Driver for AB PLC’s and SCADA’s
  • RS View32 – For SCADA Programming
  • Factory Talk View Studio – For AB HMI and SCADA Programming
  • RS Network – For Device Net Configuration
  • Codesys – For WAGO and ABB PLC Programming and SCADA Development
  • SIMATIC Manager – For SIEMENS and VIPA PLC programming
  • WinCC – For SCADA Development
  • MOVICON – For SCADA Development
  • VT Win – For ESA HMI Configuration Software
  • POLYMATH – For ESA HMI Configuration and SCADA Software
  • SIEMENS TIA V13 – PLC and HMI Programming
  • Schneider Vijeo HMI Designer – HMI Programming Software
  • Win-911 Softwares – Mobile App connectivity and Email Notification Software
  • FTHistorian – Historian Software to log Historical Data
  • FTVantagePoint – Reporting software to generate Excel Reports and Trends

Training

  • Automation & Control Systems - 06 Days - PLC,MML,SCADA & AC Drives
  • Ambal Training Centre - 30 Days - Maruthi Suzuki Servicing
  • Craftsman Automation Pvt.LTD. - 42 Days - CNC Lathe and CNC Vertical Machining Centre
  • Ums Charmilles EDM Centre - 02 Days - Electric Discharge Machining

Onsite Experience

  • Electricity Northwest (United Utilities), Central Oil Reprocessing Department, Blackburn, United Kingdom - To commission Tankfarm and RIG projects in 2008 and 2009.
  • Saudi Arabia in March 2012 - For implementing Redragon’s three oil processing systems.
  • Canada in April – May 2012 - For design and development of PCB-1000 oil processing machine automation software.
  • Vizag in June, July, August and September 2013 – Commissioning of Reactor Automation project for Dr Reddy’s Lab.
  • Netherlands in October to December 2013 – Automation software development using Rockwell Software in Actemium Company for Mars confectionery factory.
  • Saudi Arabia in February 2014 - Commissioning of Tank Farm system.

Online Support Experience

Program troubleshooting and modifications for Electricity Northwest projects, Redragon projects and GE Water and Wastewater Treatment projects are handled online from India, using remote desktop software.

Disclaimer

I assure that the above information given by me is true to the best of my knowledge.

Projects handled

  • TANK FARM - Oil processing plants consist of 24 tanks and two oil processing machines (RIG) and fully automated sixteen operations like Filling, Oil Processing and Draining. The control system uses AB Compact Logix L32E PAC, Device net for communication of distributed panels and RS View 32 SCADA as User Interface. VFDs to control pump speed depend on oil level in the tanks and temperature control. This project was implemented in United Utilities UK.
  • RIG 32 Columns - Oil processing machines are used to process transformer oil in fixed mode or mobile mode. In this machine oil gets purified in multistage operations, each operation is fully automated. The control system uses AB Compact Logix L35E PAC, Device net for communication of distributed panels and AB Touch Screen PC with RS View 32 SCADA as User Interface. VFDs to control pump speed depend on oil level in the tanks and temperature control. This project was implemented in United Utilities UK.
  • RIG 40 and 180 Columns - RIG 40 and 180 columns are oil processing machines used to process transformer oil only in fixed mode. The control system uses AB Compact logix L35e PAC, Device net for communication of distributed panels and AB Touch Screen PC with RS View 32 SCADA as User Interface. VFDs to control pump speed depend on oil level in the tanks and temperature control. 40 and 180 columns projects were developed for Redragon Oil and Gas systems International Inc.
  • TIMES - Transformer Insulation Moisture Estimation System is used to estimate the quality of transformer oil. The system uses VIPA 313 PLC, VT 185w ESA touch panel and MOVICON SCADA.
  • INTEGRATED SCADA for TIMES, TDS and M-TIMES - Integrated SCADA for three systems - TIMES, Transformer Dry out System and Multiple-TIMES.
  • FFCC-LSA Machine - Foreign Fiber Contamination Chamber Machine is a product of Applied Automation used to remove the contamination from cotton. The system includes WAGO PLC and Web Visualization.
  • PCB – 1000 - Oil processing machines are used to process transformer oil in mobile mode. This project is developed for Florida Transformers, USA. The control system uses AB Compact Logix L32E PAC, PanelView Plus 600 Touch Screen HMI.
  • HVAC - Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning control for PETRONAS. The control system uses AB Control Logix L61 and Panel View Plus 1000 Touch Screen HMI.
  • REACTOR AUTOMATION - Reactor automation for Dr.Reddys Pharmaceutical industry S7 300 CPU 315 2PN/DP PLC and WinCC SCADA with Central Archive Server (CAS) as Data logging server and WinCC audit to audit each event happened in WinCC runtime. (Both Operator events and WinCC Events) Reports are generated using SyTech XL Reporter software in Excel and PDF format.
  • GRAPHITE FINES HANDLING SYSTEM - Two lines of graphite fines handling system for HEG Industry ltd S7 300 CPU 315 2PN/DP PLC and KTP 1000 HMI
  • STACKER RECLAIMER - Stacker reclaimer automation for JSW S7 300 CPU 315 2PN/DP PLC and KTP 1000 HMI
  • CONFECTIONERY FACTORY AUTOMATION - Automation software development for Mars confectionery factory Russia Factory Talk View Studio V7.0 is used to develop a distributed SCADA system. RSLogix 5000 V20 is used to develop PLC Programming. Software development happened in Actemium, Netherlands.
  • GE (SUEZ) Water Treatment Projects - Handled 15 to 20 Water Projects. Programmed processes like UF, MBR, RO, SWRO, BWRO, MMF, EDI, Clarifiers, Pretreatment and Post Treatment. Automation software development for GE Water (North America and Europe) projects. Input Review (CN, CLC, OSC, Electrical Drawing and P&ID) Bench testing using simulation SCADA. Remote FAT and Commissioning support to GE Engineers.
  • Laguna Madre Water Treatment Project - Water Treatment Project Using Rockwell Software, Studio5000, FTView Studio, FTHistorian, FT VantagePoint, Win-911 Software. PLC and SCADA programming were developed for Rotary Drum Screen, Clarifiers, Aeration basins, Generator Monitoring, UPS Monitoring and Power Monitoring.
  • SEVERN TRENT WATER Projects – United Kingdom - Handled 2 Water Projects. Programmed processes like MBBR and Pumping Station. Automation software development for SEVERN TRENT WATER (UK) projects. Input Review (FDS, Electrical Drawing and P&ID) Bench testing using simulation SCADA.
  • Sydney Metro TCMS Programming - MPU Programming FDD Modification Bench Testing

Languages

Tamil, English

FIELDS OF INTEREST

  • Rolling Stock and Industrial Automation projects design and development.
  • PLC, DCS, HMI and SCADA based project design and development.
  • Project implementation and troubleshooting.
  • Automation Tool Development to save programming time
  • Customer support and Consultancy (Automation Related).

Projects

PLC Based Wire Winding & Cutting Machine (In Diploma), Machine Shop Monitoring System (In BE), Automation for Knitting Machine (In BE)

Timeline

Software Engineer, Software Lead, EDU Manager (Current Role)

ALSTOM Transport India Ltd
12.2018 - Current

Freelancer – Contract Programmer

Enervac Servinduscom Ltda
06.2018 - 12.2018

Lead Engineer

Axcend Automation and Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd
11.2017 - 05.2018

Senior Engineer

QuEST Global Engineering Pvt. Ltd
04.2014 - 11.2017

Project Lead

Vasundara Automation and Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd
12.2012 - 04.2014

Senior Application Engineer

Kudai Mechatronics
12.2009 - 12.2012

Application Engineer

Applied Automation Systems Private Limited
10.2006 - 12.2009

B.E - Mechatronics Engineering

Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology

Diploma - Mechatronics Engineering

PSG Polytechnic College

SSLC -

Sri K.Krishna Swamy Naidu Memorial Higher Secondary School
Manivannan Kamaraj