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Milind Gavai
Vadodara
Summary
Results-oriented Electrical and Instrumentation Manager with expertise in predictive maintenance and project management. Skilled in cGMP and ISO compliance, leading cross-functional teams to enhance utility systems. Consistently improved operational uptime while prioritizing safety and reliability.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Electrical & Instrumentation Manager
NEOGEN CHEMICALS LIMITED
Karakhadi
01.2010 - 04.2026
- Lead complete Electrical & Instrumentation department operations for specialty chemical manufacturing facilities.
- Managed predictive, preventive, and breakdown maintenance for electrical and instrumentation systems, ensuring reliable plant operations.
- Drove modifications, process improvements, and automation initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Handle CAPEX/OPEX budgeting, project planning, resource optimization and engineering procurement.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams for maintenance shutdowns, troubleshooting and project execution.
- Conduct RCA and implement CAPA for critical equipment failures; participate in HAZOP studies and safety reviews.
- Ensure compliance with Electrical Safety Standards, IMS, HSE, cGMP, USFDA, ISO 14001, OHSAS and statutory requirements.
- Executed Brownfield expansion and process-improvement projects, optimizing maintenance costs and maximizing plant availability.
Executive – Utilities
ALEMBIC PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
Vadodara
04.2004 - 12.2009
- Managed operations and maintenance of critical utility systems and infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance.
- Implemented preventive and predictive maintenance systems, achieving 99% utility operational uptime.
- Reduced utility downtime and reactive maintenance dependency through reliability-focused maintenance planning.
- Led Greenfield utility projects from design, installation, testing and commissioning.
- Oversaw Boilers, DG Sets, HVAC, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Compressors, Nitrogen Plants, RO Systems, Thermic Fluid Heaters, and Purified Water Systems to maintain optimal functionality.
- Coordinated contractors, vendors, and internal departments to ensure efficient project execution and compliance with statutory regulations.
Engineer – Project & Maintenance
GUJARAT LIQUI PHARMA CAPS PVT. LTD.
12.2000 - 03.2004
- Managed project planning, estimation, costing, and utility installation for successful erection and commissioning.
- Executed project activities for Soft Gelatin Capsule manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with WHO cGMP standards.
- Maintained pharmaceutical process equipment and utility systems, contributing to operational reliability.
- Prepared preventive maintenance schedules and calibration programs.
- Supported energy-efficiency and utility optimization initiatives, reducing operational and maintenance costs.
- Independently handled ETP operations and statutory coordination activities.
QA/QC Production Engineer
NARAYAN POWERTECH PVT. LTD.
12.1999 - 11.2000
- Maintained ISO-compliant production quality and testing standards to uphold regulatory requirements.
- Executed quality testing and documentation for transformers, relays, CT/PT units, and electrical systems to verify compliance and performance standards.
- Designed and optimized production processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas for process improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution.
Production & Testing Engineer
BRIGHT STAR ENGINEERING COMPANY
01.1999 - 11.1999
- Developed test plans for new product designs and enhancements.
- Executed manual and automated tests to ensure product quality.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify testing requirements.
- Coordinated inspections with GEB officials and industrial clients to verify adherence to standards.
- Supervised transformer manufacturing, testing, inspections, and repairs to ensure quality and compliance.
Maintenance Engineer
SATYAM INDUSTRIES
10.1997 - 10.1998
- Coordinated maintenance and production support for solar products and FRP manufacturing systems to ensure operational reliability.
- Oversaw electrical systems operations and dispatch coordination to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime.
- Diagnosed technical issues and implemented effective repair solutions.
Education
Post Graduate Degree - Project Management
IIMT Studies
Ahmedabad12-2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
IIMT Studies
Ahmedabad12-2020
Diploma in Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Baroda09-1997
Skills
- Instrumentation & Automation
- Electrical Maintenance
- Predictive maintenance
- Reliability Engineering
- RCA/CAPA
- Shutdown planning
- CAPEX/OPEX
- Project management
- Project management
- Vendor/Contractor Management
- Utility management
- Utility optimization
- Utility Integration
- Power Distribution
- Electrical Safety
- LOTO/PTW
- HAZOP
- cGMP
- USFDA
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- OHSAS 18001
- IMS
- Compliance management
- Transformers & Switchgear
- HT/LT Systems
- MCC/PCC
- DG Sets
- UPS
- Motors & Drives
- PLC
- Process Instrumentation
- Control Panels
- Calibration
- Loop Checking
- Boilers
- HVAC
- Chillers
- Cooling Towers
- RO/DM Water
- Nitrogen
- Compressors
- Solar Projects
- Condition Monitoring
- Installation & Commissioning
- Plant Modification
- Process control
- Automation Support
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Earthing and Lightning Protection
- Electrical Drives
- Control panels
- Permit management
- Utility Efficiency
- Cost optimization
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- OHSAS 18001
- Work Permit Systems
- Statutory Compliance
Technical And Functional Expertise
HT/LT Systems, Power Distribution, PCC/MCC Panels, DG Sets, Transformers, Switchgear, UPS, Electrical Drives, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Troubleshooting, Process Instrumentation, PLC Systems, Instrument Calibration, Control Panels, Field Instruments, Process Control Systems, Loop Checking, Automation Support, Boilers, HVAC, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Compressors, Nitrogen Plants, RO/DM Water Systems, Thermic Fluid Heaters, Utility Operations & Optimization, Preventive/Predictive Maintenance, Condition Monitoring, RCA/CAPA, Shutdown Maintenance, Spare Management, Greenfield/Brownfield, Installation & Commissioning, Plant Modification, Project Planning, Vendor Coordination, Utility Integration, Energy Conservation, Solar Power, Renewable Energy, Utility Efficiency, Power & Cost Optimization, cGMP, USFDA, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, IMS, HAZOP, Electrical Safety, Work Permit Systems, Statutory Compliance
Certifications And Additional Information
- Electrical Supervisor License Holder
- ISO Internal Auditor
- Renewable Energy / Solar Project Expertise
- Software & Documentation: SAP, ERP, Unbantu, Tally, MS Office, MS Project Technical Documentation, Maintenance Reports, CAPEX/OPEX Planning, Maintenance Scheduling, Audit Documentation
Experience
27+ Years
Personal Information
Title: MANAGER – ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Gujarati
- Marathi
Projects
- 913 kWp Ground-Mounted Solar Power Plant, Project Lead, Electrical & Utilities, Installation, testing, commissioning, vendor coordination, electrical integration and energy optimization; approximately ₹1.1 Crore annual savings.
- CGMP-Compliant Pilot Plant for DMF Filing, Engineering & Utilities Lead, Completed setup within 6 months; managed utilities, electrical systems, HVAC coordination and commissioning; supported successful USFDA approval for DMF filing.
- Greenfield Utility & Infrastructure Projects, Utilities & Engineering Lead, Led planning-to-commissioning for Boilers, Chillers, Cooling Towers, DG Sets, HVAC, RO Plants, Compressors and Nitrogen Systems.
- Brownfield Expansion & Plant Modification Projects, E&I Lead, Executed electrical, instrumentation, utility and automation modifications with minimal downtime.
Selected Business And Engineering Achievements
- Commissioned a 913 kWp ground-mounted Solar Power Plant, delivering approximately ₹1.1 Crore annual electricity-cost savings.
- Completed a cGMP-compliant Pilot Plant setup within 6 months, supporting successful USFDA approval for DMF filing.
- Delivered multiple Greenfield and Brownfield engineering projects within targeted timelines and budgets.
- Achieved high equipment reliability and plant uptime through preventive, predictive and condition-monitoring systems.
- Improved utility performance and reduced downtime through reliability engineering, maintenance optimization and energy-efficiency initiatives.
- Led multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors and vendors across maintenance, shutdowns, troubleshooting and project execution.
Core Managerial Competencies
- E&I Leadership
- Plant Engineering
- Electrical Maintenance
- Instrumentation & Automation
- HT/LT Systems
- Transformers & Switchgear
- MCC/PCC
- DG Sets
- UPS
- Motors & Drives
- PLC
- Process Instrumentation
- Control Panels
- Calibration
- Loop Checking
- Utilities Management
- Boilers
- HVAC
- Chillers
- Cooling Towers
- RO/DM Water
- Nitrogen
- Compressors
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- Reliability Engineering
- RCA/CAPA
- Shutdown Management
- CAPEX/OPEX
- Greenfield/Brownfield Projects
- Commissioning
- Vendor/Contractor Management
- Energy Conservation
- Solar Projects
- HAZOP
- Electrical Safety
- LOTO/PTW
- CGMP
- USFDA
- ISO
- IMS
Timeline
Assistant Electrical & Instrumentation Manager
NEOGEN CHEMICALS LIMITED
01.2010 - 04.2026
Executive – Utilities
ALEMBIC PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
04.2004 - 12.2009
Engineer – Project & Maintenance
GUJARAT LIQUI PHARMA CAPS PVT. LTD.
12.2000 - 03.2004
QA/QC Production Engineer
NARAYAN POWERTECH PVT. LTD.
12.1999 - 11.2000
Production & Testing Engineer
BRIGHT STAR ENGINEERING COMPANY
01.1999 - 11.1999
Maintenance Engineer
SATYAM INDUSTRIES
10.1997 - 10.1998
Post Graduate Degree - Project Management
IIMT Studies
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
IIMT Studies
Diploma in Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda