Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Control and Automation Software
Protocols
Product Knowledge
Major Projects Handled
Troubleshooting Activities
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NIVAS S

SAS ENGINEER
Chennai

Summary

Aspiring to leverage my skills in a reputed institution where I can realize my potential, contribute to organizational growth, and thrive in a challenging atmosphere. Automation professional with strong foundation in developing and managing automated systems to drive productivity and efficiency. Recognized for ability to design innovative solutions and optimize existing processes. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to evolving project requirements. Proficient in SAS programming, system integration, and problem-solving.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

RF Drive Test Engineer

Tele India Pvt Ltd
Chennai, TAMILNADU
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Increased network reliability with proactive identification and resolution of network interference issues.
  • Conducted post-implementation drive tests to verify successful integration of new sites into existing networks, ensuring seamless customer experiences.
  • Analyzed performance data and indicators such as
    interference and call drops for multiple networks in 2G,
    3G, and 4G
  • Plan drive test routes to guarantee thorough and accurate
    data collection in each sector Analyze data from multiple drive tests to identify coverage issues, do network research, and verify sites
  • Ability to analyze the cell Data of each Sector (including
    Azimuth, Tilt, Scrambling Code, UARFCN, CPICH RSCP,
    CPICH Ec / No).
  • Handling all RF related customer complaints by checking
    / inspecting serving BTS site Planned additional sites, if
    any Collection of drive test logs using TEMS investigator
    Preparing log files and forwarding it to the optimization
    engineer
    Very skilled on using Mapping tools for preparing of
    reports

Substation Automation Engineer

PDCS Projects India Pvt Ltd
03.2022 - Current
  • Configuration Testing & Commissioning of DSAGILE (Aview and OI) - ALSTOM SAS (Substation Automation System).
  • Commissioning of substations using leading protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104, MODBUS
  • Integration of Siemens, Schneider & ABB vendor's IED with Alstom make DsAgile SAS.
  • Designing of SAS HMI, configuration of IO database, and Interlock Logic configuration.
  • Knowledge in Ethernet switch configuration (Hirschmann, Ruggedcom)
  • Managed retrofits, extensions, and shutdown works of Protection & Control panels for various voltage levels (33kV to 400kV)
  • Successfully Commissioned and troubleshooted over 40 sites across India, specializing in SAS projects.

Education

B.E - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Annai Mathammal Sheela Engineering College
01.2015 - 01.2019

Skills

Dynamic Substation Automation Engineer with over 3 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced control and monitoring systems for power substations Skilled in integrating intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), SCADA systems, and communication protocols to enhance operational efficiency and reliability Proven problem-solver with a knack for troubleshooting complex technical issues and optimizing substation performance through innovative solutions Leadership qualities with excellent relationship management skills and strong analytical and decision-making abilities

Timeline

Substation Automation Engineer

PDCS Projects India Pvt Ltd
03.2022 - Current

RF Drive Test Engineer

Tele India Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 08.2021

B.E - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Annai Mathammal Sheela Engineering College
01.2015 - 01.2019

Control and Automation Software

  • ABB: PCM 600
  • Schneider: Easergy Studio, Easergy Builder
  • GE: Enervista UR Setup v8.4, Enervista 650PC, Micom S1 Agile
  • Siemens: Digsi Siprotec 5
  • Testing Software: IEC Browser, IED Scout, Modscan, SCL Validator, XML Marker, IEC Test, Wireshark.

Protocols

  • IEC-61850
  • IEC-60870-5-101
  • IEC-60870-5-104
  • MODBUS
  • PRP, STP, RSTP, HSR, SNMP

Product Knowledge

  • GE: MiCOM (P14x, P44x, P54x, P64x, P74x), Multilin (L90, T60, D60, B90,F650,C650,D400,G500,G100), BCU(C264), BCPU(C264P).
  • ABB: RED670, REF670
  • Schneider: BCU(C264), BCPU(C264P).
  • Siemens: 7SL87

Major Projects Handled

•ATPCL -TINSUKIA, TATA Power-Mumbai, Attended issues related to server, IED's integration (ABB,

   Siemens, Schneider, GE).

• 220/132 kV Kopili, Assam, Pre-Commissioning for 220/132kV Feeder and Transformer bays.

• 400/220 kV Latehar, Ranchi, Pre-Commissioning for 220kV Extension Bus Reactor and Tie bays.

• 220/132KV ENREN SOLAR Pre-Commissioning for 220/132kV Feeder and Transformer bays.

• 220/132KV AMPLUS SOLAR Pre-Commissioning for 220/132kV Feeder and Transformer bays.

• 220/132 kV Longleng, Nagaland, Pre-Commissioning for 220/132kV Feeder and Transformer bays.

Troubleshooting Activities

Punch points clearing and SAS troubleshooting at multiple sites including PGCIL Fatehabad SS, PGCIL Longleng SS, NTPC Thermal Power Plant-Patrattu, Enren solar SS,Amplus Solar SS, TATA Power Hydra Power Plant SS,Neepco Hydra Power Plant , KPTCL, TSTRANSCO, Torrent Power, TGTRANSCO,MSETCL,GETCO.

NIVAS SSAS ENGINEER