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Rahul Gawade

Pune

Summary

Dedicated Boiler Design Lead with 10 years of in-depth experience in the design and optimization of complex boiler systems. Expert in utilizing advanced process design software to predict and validate performance, ensuring adherence to stringent industry standards. Proven ability to lead design review processes, resolve technical challenges, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. A strategic problem-solver with a passion for delivering innovative, and efficient design solutions. Being an energy professional can handle power plant component design.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager- Proposal & Process Engineering

THERMAX BABCOCK AND WILCOX ENERGY SOLUTIONS LTD.
Pune
11.2014 - Current
  • Proven ability to lead the process and mechanical design of pulverized coal-fired boilers, fluidized bed boilers (AFBC and CFBC), and oil and gas-fired boilers, specifically tailored to Babcock and Wilcox (B&W) standards and requirements.
  • Extensive experience in the design and validation of critical boiler components, including pulverizers, burners, regenerative air preheaters (RAPH), pumps, fans, and pressure parts.
  • Proficient in utilizing B&W patented simulation software to validate design concepts and accurately predict performance under diverse operational conditions.
  • Demonstrated success in coordinating with marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure timely product delivery, aligning with customer specifications for both process and mechanical design.
  • Rigorous adherence to relevant industry standards and regulations throughout the design process, ensuring product integrity and quality.
  • Effectively managed and mentored design engineering teams, providing guidance, support, and training to achieve project objectives.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple design projects concurrently, prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines, and budget constraints.
  • Fostered strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, suppliers, and engineers, to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Skilled in developing and presenting detailed design proposals, including technical drawings and specifications, to clients.
  • Led design review meetings, facilitating collaborative discussions and incorporating feedback to refine product designs and enhance performance.
  • Proactively identified and implemented process improvements to optimize design engineering activities and increase overall efficiency.
  • Effectively resolved conflicts between departments regarding design specifications and deadlines, promoting collaborative problem-solving.

Education

Master of Technology - Energy

University of Pune
School Of Energy Studies
10-2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

North Maharashtra University Jalgaon
07-2012

Skills

  • Process engineering
  • Mechanical design
  • Boiler design
  • Design validation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Technical proposals
  • Design reviews
  • Conflict resolution
  • Performance optimization
  • B&W Thermal design software's
  • PPSD
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the "Superstar" recognition for exceptional commitment and involvement in securing the largest and first-of-its-kind order from JSW for the Blast Furnace Gas (BFG) firing upgrade of 300 MW boilers
  • Honored with the “Achiever” award for the innovative design of the Secondary Over Fire Air system for a 150 MWe boiler, a first-of-its-kind solution.

MAJOR PROJECTS HANDLED

  • Thermal performance assessment of a 4X300 MWe (Shanghai Make) PC-fired boiler, along with De-NOx evaluation using the primary method, and the firing of Blast Furnace Gas (300,000 Nm³/hr) in an existing boiler located in Karnataka
  • Thermal performance assessment of a B&W 750 TPH PC-fired boiler, along with efficiency improvement at BMCR, at Nayara Energy Limited in Gujarat
  • Thermal performance evaluation of BHEL make 120MW PC fired boiler to convert 100% Natural gas firing at TATA Power limited, Jamshedpur.
  • Capacity enhancement and feasibility study of biomass (Agro waste) in 500TPH IR-CFBC boiler at Reliance Industries Limited.
  • Conversion of BHEL (105TPH) FM boiler from Oil fired to duel fired (OIL+Natural Gas) at Kochi refinery.
  • Handled tender as well as post order design and engineering for oil to duel fuel firing low NOx burner’s installation in BHPV radiant type boiler (1X130TPH) at Chennai petrochemical plant.
  • Managed multiple tenders, inquiries and post order contracts for the supply of new boilers and the modification of existing boilers to meet customer requirements.

Languages

Marathi
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Deputy Manager- Proposal & Process Engineering

THERMAX BABCOCK AND WILCOX ENERGY SOLUTIONS LTD.
11.2014 - Current

Master of Technology - Energy

University of Pune

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

North Maharashtra University Jalgaon
Rahul Gawade