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Siva Chandrasekaran

Karaikal

Summary

A veteran electrical engineer with over 16 years of diversified experience in metro rail. I am mainly involved in engineering, management, installation, testing, and commissioning to deliver balanced solutions, considering safety, reliability, operability, and commercial impact. Seeking a suitable role in electrical engineering and project management that can substantiate my skills and experience.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr.Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Linxon India
Bangalore
06.2022 - Current
  • Participated in project electrical test plan developments, progress, and construction meetings to check and supervise all the safety aspects of construction, testing, and commissioning activities
  • Involved in the FAT testing, and followed up with the system interface team to ensure that the recommendations and observations are implemented before the system is delivered to the sites
  • Involved in and assisted with the electrical designs, load calculations, and equipment with cable sizing calculations of the projects required
  • Developed a testing and commissioning plan, procedure, and obtained prior approval from the client
  • Coordinated with the installation team to execute the equipment as approved in the design
  • Implementation and optimized deliverables for corridors, in line with early work scope
  • Erections and commissioning of panels concerning IEC standards, and checking whether the equipment is manufactured under IEC standards
  • Performed SAT and interface tests with all stakeholders in multiple segments, and ensured systems were healthy and safe to operate
  • Prepared and handed over all the final documentation, including FAT, SAT reports, substation layouts, cable schedules, technical specs, cable terminations, and O&M Manuals, to the operators
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes
  • Established a good track record in project management by effectively collaborating with key stakeholders during installation, execution, and commissioning

DC Commissioning Engineer -REL

Siemens WLL
Qatar
03.2017 - 02.2022
  • Leads a team of testing and commissioning, prepares the AC, DC 750V, and associated panels testing and commissioning plan, and procedures to get the approval
  • Coordinated and confirmed the equipment installation with the team, followed by the testing and commissioning of AC, DC, and all the supporting systems (Transformers, UPS System, ACDB, battery bank, RTU, and SCADA network system)
  • Being the technical contact for both the consultant and the end user to solve various technical issues
  • Prepare the training schedule, and provide the necessary operation and maintenance training to the O&M team
  • Prepare the operation manuals and provide the necessary training to the operating personnel for AC, 750V DC traction switchgear, and all subsystems, in order to provide safe and reliable traction power for seamless operations
  • Liaising with the client to organize the site acceptance test of REL equipment, obtaining fast-track approval of test reports, and arranging technical meetings with clients for the closure of IFTC comments
  • Perceived design concept and intent by reviewing system construction documentation, drawings, and take-offs
  • Performed functional tests of electrical and mechanical components in accordance with established protocols
  • Identified technical problems and issues, determining solutions in accordance with product and customer specifications
  • Participated in meetings with owners and operation and design personnel to determine project goals and schedules

Site Engineer Cum T&C Engineer

Siemens Pte Ltd
Singapore
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • In the Downtown Line – 35 Stations MRT Singapore, involved power equipment installation and testing of all main and sub-systems
  • Interfacing and coordination work with the subcontractor, SBST, and LTA
  • Involved in the 22 kV AC, 750 V DC equipment, cable schedule with the installation team for the timely completion of the cable support system, equipment installation (transformers, switchgears, generators, cabling works, and cable termination works) on a daily basis
  • Conduct QESH inspections with the Safety Team at worksites, and ensure the closure of all findings
  • Handle the various problems at the site
  • Observe the technical changes, site updates, and prepare the as-built red mark drawings for the final version
  • Troubleshoot on-site technical problems, proposing effective solutions to prevent project delays
  • Maintained accurate records of construction activities for legal compliance and reporting purposes
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were strictly adhered to during on-site operations

Project Engineer

Concord Corporation Pte Ltd
Singapore
06.2012 - 01.2014
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
  • Interfaced with the client to ensure that the design, schedule, and cost meet the customer's standards and expectations
  • Developed and handed over all the final documentation, including FAT, SAT reports, substation layouts, cable schedules, technical specs, cable terminations, and O&M manuals to the operators
  • Responsible for book wiring and troubleshooting
  • And prepare the ELARD drawing and execute
  • Developed PID drawings, shop drawings, electrical and instrument cable schedules, loop diagrams, I/O lists, SAT formats, checklists, and QA/QC manuals, etc
  • Developed the final reports for testing and commissioning (equipment, cable)
  • Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems
  • Supervised installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications

Telecom Engineer

Vertex Asia Engineering
Singapore
07.2008 - 05.2012
  • Upgrading the telecommunication project for SingTel, StarHub, MobileOne, and Grid
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards regarding security, safety, and performance of telecom networks
  • Prepared reports on network performance metrics such as latency, throughput
  • Troubleshooting Huawei equipment installation
  • Maintenance and upgrading of telecom equipment
  • Lead the team members to execute the job

Education

BE - Electrical Electronics and Communications Engineering

Annai Vailankanni Collage of Engineering
Kanyakumari, India

Diploma - EEE

State Board of Technical Education And Training
Tamil Nadu, India

Skills

  • Project management
  • Commissioning strategy
  • Traction power system
  • Traction Signaling System
  • MRT/LRT Power system T&C
  • Substation power system
  • Controls systems
  • LV / HV UG cable system design
  • Electrical design
  • Load calculations
  • System interface testing

Certification

  • PMP (Project Management Professional), Qatar
  • Working at Height of manager, Singapore
  • GUSTAV KLIEN UPS System Installation, Commissioning, and Troubleshoot, Germany
  • Confined Space Assessor, Singapore
  • BCSS (Basic Construction Safety Supervisor), Singapore
  • Diploma in AutoCADD, India
  • PLC with SCADA, India

Languages

  • Tamil, First Language
  • English, Upper Intermediate

Current Position

Sr. Testing and Commissioning Engineer - Rail Power, Linxon India, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 06/22, Current

Additional Qualifications

  • Having India Driving License (LMV)
  • Class – 3 Driving License in Singapore
  • Having Qatar Driving license (LMV)

Timeline

Sr.Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Linxon India
06.2022 - Current

DC Commissioning Engineer -REL

Siemens WLL
03.2017 - 02.2022

Site Engineer Cum T&C Engineer

Siemens Pte Ltd
02.2014 - 12.2016

Project Engineer

Concord Corporation Pte Ltd
06.2012 - 01.2014

Telecom Engineer

Vertex Asia Engineering
07.2008 - 05.2012

BE - Electrical Electronics and Communications Engineering

Annai Vailankanni Collage of Engineering

Diploma - EEE

State Board of Technical Education And Training

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