SUJIT SAIDEEP BISWAL
Senior Engineer (Operation & Maintenance)
Khurdha
Summary
Results-driven Electrical Engineer with over 6 years of progressive experience in managing solar power plant operations, maintenance strategies, and large-scale electrical project execution. Expertise includes operation, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of inverters and transformers, along with SCADA system monitoring to ensure optimal energy generation and system reliability. Proficient in leveraging analytical tools and data-driven methodologies to enhance efficiency, drive performance improvements, and minimize downtime across plant assets. Committed to expanding technical proficiencies in data analytics and process automation through specialized coursework with PW Skills, aiming to deliver actionable insights and foster innovation in sustainable energy operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Engineer – Operation & Maintenance
ABREL (Under T&M Services Consulting Pvt. Ltd.)
07.2024 - Current
- Overseeing solar plant operations and inverter performance.
- Monitoring site SCADA and coordinating maintenance teams.
- Conducting preventive maintenance and performance data analysis.
- Analyzing performance trends, and developing strategies for energy optimization.
- Publishing regular performance and availability reports.
- Ensuring compliance, managing warranty claims, and resolving breakdowns efficiently.
- Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labor utilization.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management.
- Hosting the Monthly EHS Training for site team and EHS Documentation.
Senior Engineer – Operation & Maintenance
Param Renewable Energy (Ayana Power / Renew Power)
12.2019 - 05.2024
- Preparation of DGR (Daily Generation Report) with accurate plant-wise and inverter-wise performance data & Validating DGR of 300MW site.
- Timely uploading of J-Form, JMR, and all necessary data to SRLDC as per regulatory compliance.
- Daily performance analysis of all DC strings and central inverters, identifying underperforming strings and fault trends.
- Preparation and updating of KPI (Key Performance Indicator) dashboards for management review.
- SEM (Special Energy Meter) data dumping, validation, and reconciliation for accurate energy accounting.
- Monitoring and ensuring proper functioning of Automatic Reactive Power Adjustment (ARPA) for maintaining grid compliance and preventing inverter derating.
- Conducting analysis of plant PR, CUF, grid availability, equipment availability, and highlighting deviations.
- Coordination with SLDC/SRLDC and DISCOM officials for meter reading, outages, and compliance documentation.
- Supporting root cause analysis (RCA) for repeated failures such as inverter derating, DC cable faults, or grid-related issues.
- Weather forecasting and irradiance analysis to predict generation trends, anticipate low/high generation days, and plan operations proactively.
Site Engineer – Projects & Electrical Erection
Gupta Power Infrastructure Ltd. (GPIL)
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Supervised and coordinated construction of new 33 kV and 11 kV overhead transmission lines, ensuring compliance with technical standards and safety norms.
- Prepared project responsibility plans, daily progress reports, and work schedules for smooth execution of site activities.
- Conducted route surveys, pole spotting, and verification of line alignment as per approved drawings and utility guidelines.
- Oversaw installation of poles, cross-arms, insulators, AB switches, GO switches, LA, and conductor stringing activities.
- Ensured proper earthing, termination, and connection work at substations and line ends.
- Monitored contractor activities, verified work quality, and ensured adherence to IS standards and electrical safety codes.
- Identified potential site obstacles like right-of-way issues, tree clearance requirements, and safety hazards; coordinated corrective actions.
- Conducted inspection and testing of line materials such as conductors, insulators, clamps, hardware fittings, and poles before installation.
- Assisted in testing and commissioning activities including line charging, continuity checks, megger tests, and load flow verification.
- Coordinated with DISCOM/utility engineers for shutdown approvals, work permits, and energisation procedures.
- Ensured strict compliance with electrical safety, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO), and work-at-height safety practices.
- Supported fault analysis and rectification during trial runs or post-commissioning inspections.
Shift Engineer – Electrical Maintenance
MTL Tyres (DUNLOP Ruia Group)
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Worked with a wide range of industrial motors & starter panels including induction motors, slip-ring motors, and high-capacity drive systems used in tire manufacturing.
- Performed PLC troubleshooting, logic checks, and sensor/IO diagnostics to ensure smooth machine automation and minimum downtime.
- Handled VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) operation, parameter setting, and fault rectification for conveyor systems, mixers, and production machines.
- Conducted commercial electricity bill verification, load analysis, harmonics observation, and ensured accuracy of HT metering.
- Improved Power Factor (PF) by maintaining and optimising capacitor bank operations, identifying faulty stages, and ensuring PF above regulatory limits.
- Performed routine inspection and maintenance of DG sets and transformers, ensuring reliable backup power and stable HT/LT supply.
- Ensured safe and smooth operation of electrical systems, coordinated breakdown maintenance, and implemented preventive maintenance schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering
BPUT University
Odisha01.2015
Intermediate - undefined
GLORIOUS ACADEMY,VEMS,CSPUR,BHUBANESWAR
01.2011
High School - undefined
NKVM,KUSHUPUR,CUTTACK
01.2009
Skills
Power BI
Certification
PLC Programming & Automation (Siemens SIMATIC 400)
ACHIEVEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
Event Organizer – TITE College Troop Leader – Junior NCC Wing
Timeline
Senior Engineer – Operation & Maintenance
ABREL (Under T&M Services Consulting Pvt. Ltd.)
07.2024 - Current
Senior Engineer – Operation & Maintenance
Param Renewable Energy (Ayana Power / Renew Power)
12.2019 - 05.2024
Site Engineer – Projects & Electrical Erection
Gupta Power Infrastructure Ltd. (GPIL)
06.2017 - 11.2018
Shift Engineer – Electrical Maintenance
MTL Tyres (DUNLOP Ruia Group)
07.2015 - 01.2017
Intermediate - undefined
GLORIOUS ACADEMY,VEMS,CSPUR,BHUBANESWAR
High School - undefined
NKVM,KUSHUPUR,CUTTACK
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering
BPUT University