SATHISH KUMAR SUBRAMANI
Dynamic professional with a strong background in bitumen technology, polymer research, and lab management, seeking a challenging role in research and development within the manufacturing or road construction industry. Eager to leverage expertise in optimizing lab operations, conducting trials, and developing innovative solutions to contribute to the growth and success of a forward-thinking organization.
Successfully led innovation projects in the development of waterproofing membranes at Henkel Polybit as a Product Development Engineer. Proven expertise in setting up and optimizing lab operations, conducting trials, and developing prototypes and pilot-scale formulations. Robust acumen in supervising project activities to meet deadlines and budget constraints, overseeing lab equipment maintenance, and compiling progress reports. Skilled in collaborating with quality control and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless trial execution and product development. Proficient in Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS), equipment calibration, testing, analysis, and maintaining quality assurance protocols. Excels in cross-functional coordination and communication, facilitating collaboration with researchers and stakeholders. Knowledgeable about industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance and implementing quality control measures.
Work History
- Coordinating in setting up of lab
- Learning equipment like DSR and SEM
- Preparing Calbots for day-to-day analysis
- Reading and writing papers, especially the experimental part
- Project management using tools like Zoho projects
- Using LinkedIn business to develop our business
- Jul'09 – Jan'11: Asphalt Product technician – Bitumen R&D
- Feb'11 – Mar'16: Junior Associate Researcher – Bitumen R&D
- Apr'16-Aug'18: Senior Associate Researcher (Asphalt Product Technician)
- Spearheaded the development and validation of analytical methods for Asphalt Product preparations, which involved investigating and analyzing the short-term aging behavior while developing Caritop-roofing grade of bitumen-2010.
- Had been extensive user of Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS) for tracking and testing samples in our lab in analytical department.
- Collaborated in automation of testing using LIMS software.
- Advanced the Low Temperature Ductility in China bitumen and scrutinized its behavior from a fundamental standpoint in 2011.
- Elevated the organization's status by conducting various RAP studies of reversible aging recovered Bitumen from 2014 to 2015.
- Enhanced Bitumen Pool by incorporating additional molecules in 2015.
- Made crucial decisions regarding sample collection and testing to conduct pertinent research.
- Resolved issues by meticulously examining and evaluating data, selecting corrective actions, and preparing research reports on competitive products.
- Collaborated with multiple partners to exchange updated progress reports, research findings, and publications on polymer and organic compounds data availability.
- Supervised daily instrument maintenance in the lab and ensured rigorous quality control measures.
- Pioneering innovation projects in Bituminous waterproofing membranes entails conducting pilot scale and production trials in the lab to validate R&D initiatives.
- Overseeing the execution of new research projects involves coordinating with all researchers to maximize group productivity.
- Making detailed observations, compiling, processing, analyzing data, and interpreting results are integral tasks within the realm of innovation projects.
- Managing project activities ensures completion within specified time and cost parameters, along with effective resource utilization.
- Maintaining lab equipment encompasses tasks such as cleaning glassware, countertops, logbooks, and ensuring instrument stability and calibration.
- Preparation and sharing of monthly progress reports with the PD Head is a vital communication aspect of the role.
- Upholding safety regulations and supervising support staff are key responsibilities within the innovation project leadership role.
Education
Master of Engineering Sciences - Chemistry
Bachelor of Technology - Polymer Technology
Skills
Accomplishments
- Received several appreciations & awards, including:
- Shell Recognition Award for contributions to the Component Blending Project in 2016.
- Awarded a special Dinner with Family award in 2018.
- Shell Recognition Award for involvement in the Caritop Project in 2010.
- Queen’s Graduate Award for the years 2007 and 2008.
Personal Details
Publications
- Simon Hesp, Soleimani R, Sathish Subramani, Ted Phillips, Dale Smith, Pamela Marks, Kai Tam, “Asphalt Pavement Cracking: Analysis of Extraordinary Life Cycle Variability in Eastern and North-eastern Ontario”, IJPE, Vol.10, Issue 3, 2009
- Simon Hesp, Sathish Subramani, “Another look at the bending beam rheometer for specification grading of asphalt cements”, MAIREPAV 6 Italy
- S.A.M. Hesp, I. Kodrat, D. Scafe, A. Soleimani, S. Subramani & L. Whitelaw, “Rheological testing of asphalt cements recovered from an Ontario pavement trial” MAIREPAV 6”, Italy
- D. D’Melo, S. Raju, S. Bhattacharya, S. Subramani, “Self-assembly of amorphous sulphur in bitumen–sulphur mixtures and its impact on properties” C&BM Vol. 126, 15 Nov 2016, 976-982
Career Timeline
- From Jan'25
- June'23-Dec'24
- Sep'18-Apr'22
- Jul'09-Aug'18
Work Experiences
- May'22-May 23 | Career break and Relocation
- Got certified in Tableau-data analytics tool in this period