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Manoj Kumar Pradhan

Electrical Engineer
Noida

Summary

Results-driven Deputy General Manager with 32 years of progressive experience in the power and energy sector, specializing in the planning, execution, and management of large-scale hydro and thermal power projects. Demonstrated expertise in project lifecycle management—from design and engineering to installation, testing, and commissioning of high-voltage electrical systems (400/220/66/11 KV AIS/GIS). Adept at leading cross-functional teams, optimizing site operations, and ensuring compliance with contractual, safety, and performance standards. Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget across India and international locations including Cambodia, Tanzania, and Laos. Recognized for strategic leadership, stakeholder coordination, and driving operational excellence in high-stakes environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy General Manager (DGM)

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
04.2019 - 09.2020
  • Project Manager for Rishi Ganga Hydro Project
  • Head of Hydro Site Management Group

DGM / AGM

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Engineered and executed 220 KV Switchyard for CEL II Project, Cambodia
  • Managed project coordination for bulk-head engineering

Manager

Jindal India Thermal Power Ltd.
06.2012 - 03.2019
  • ITC of electrical equipment for 2x600 MW Thermal Project at Talcher, Odisha
  • Managed BTG & EBOP systems in Kinyerezi-II CCPP (220 KV AIS), Tanzania
  • Specialized in 400 KV AIS system commissioning

Manager

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
03.2011 - 05.2012
  • Renovation of UMIUM-II HEP (2x10 MW), Meghalaya
  • Complete ITC of new EBOP electrical systems

Deputy Manager

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
12.2008 - 02.2011
  • Led electrical engineering for Namngum-II HEP (3x205 MW), Laos
  • Expertise in cable design, IPBD, and electrical commissioning

Sr. Engineer

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
06.2005 - 11.2008
  • ITC of equipment for Teesta-V (3x170 MW) and Purulia Pumped Storage Scheme
  • 400 KV GIS system commissioning

Site Manager / Sr. Engineer

Mahati Electrics, Pune
04.1998 - 05.2005
  • Oversaw multiple hydro projects including Ghatghar (2x125 MW), Likimro (3x8 MW), and Kadra (3x50 MW)
  • Specialization in 66 KV switchyards, 11 KV panels, DC systems

Engineer / Sr. Engineer

Bells Controls Ltd. (Kolkata)
01.1994 - 03.1998
  • Installed and calibrated C&I equipment for NTPC Thermal Project (6x500 MW) at Kaniha, Talcher

Education

A.M.I.E - Electrical Engineering

The Institution of Engineers(India)
Kolkata, India
05-1993

Science -

Talcher Autonomous College
Talcher, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Project Management

Site Supervision

Operations management

Cross-functional team coordination

Leadership and team building

Team training and development

Contract negotiations

Project planning

Problem resolution

New business development

Cost analysis and savings

Strategic planning

Operations oversight

Client relations

Additional Details

27 Years, 12 Years, Cambodia, Laos, Tanzania, Hydro & Thermal Power Plants, Electrical Bulk-Head Engineering, Switchyards, IPBD, EBOP, GIS/AIS Systems

Timeline

Deputy General Manager (DGM)

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
04.2019 - 09.2020

DGM / AGM

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 03.2019

Manager

Jindal India Thermal Power Ltd.
06.2012 - 03.2019

Manager

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
03.2011 - 05.2012

Deputy Manager

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
12.2008 - 02.2011

Sr. Engineer

TPSC (India) Pvt Ltd
06.2005 - 11.2008

Science -

Talcher Autonomous College
04.2001 -

Site Manager / Sr. Engineer

Mahati Electrics, Pune
04.1998 - 05.2005

Engineer / Sr. Engineer

Bells Controls Ltd. (Kolkata)
01.1994 - 03.1998

A.M.I.E - Electrical Engineering

The Institution of Engineers(India)
Manoj Kumar PradhanElectrical Engineer