SURESHBABU THAMBURAJ
Lead Project Manager
United Arad Emirates
Summary
Results-driven Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in project management and mechanical design. Achieved optimal performance and reliability in precision equipment through expertise in instrumentation, control systems, and resource coordination. Focused on enhancing team collaboration and driving project success by applying adaptive leadership and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
Certifications
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Project Manager
Baker Hughes / General Electric
02.2010 - 03.2025
- End-to-End Project Life-cycle Management (Concept, FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC)
- Strategic Planning, Business Case Development & Feasibility Studies
- Project Scope, Cost, Schedule, and Risk Management.
- Earned Value Management (EVM) & Budget
- Controlled stakeholder engagement and communicated with executives to align project goals and expectations.
- Resource Allocation, Manpower Planning, and Team Mobilization
- Procurement & Vendor Management: Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE), Requisitions, Vendor Document Review (VDR).
- Change Order Management & Contract Negotiation
- Project Management Professional (PMP) & Lean Six Sigma Methodologies
- B. Technical Engineering Expertise
- Rotating Equipment: Centrifugal Pumps (API 610), Reciprocating & Rotary Pumps (API 674, 675, 676), Centrifugal Compressors (API 617), Reciprocating Compressors (API 618), Steam & Gas Turbines (API 611), Diesel Generators, Turbo Expanders, Fans & Blowers (API 673)
- Static Equipment: Pressure Vessel (ASME Sec Div 1/2, ASME Sec V, ASME SEC IX & B31.1), Piping / Process Piping ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1, Slurry Piping - ASME B31.4, Gas Pipe ASME31.8)
- Mechanical Packages: Design and integration of Compressed Air, Refrigeration, Firewater, Nitrogen Generation, Chemical Injection, and Lube Oil Systems (API 614)
- Engineering Design: Equipment Selection, Specification & Datasheet Development, P&ID Development & Review, Isometric & GA Drawing Review, Pressure Vessel Design (ASME Sec. VIII Div. 1)
- Inspection and Maintenance code : Rotating Equipment (API 614 (lube-oil), API 670 MPS, API RP 687- Repair Rotating equipment , API RP 697 - Pump ) Static Equipment :Pressure vessel- API 510, Storage Tank API 653 , Piping systems API 570
- Systems & Instrumentation: Industrial Communication Protocols (Mod-bus, OPC), I&C Wiring Diagrams, System 1 and Turbine controls Systems.
- C. Codes, Standards & Compliance
- API Standards: Proficient in API 610, 611, 612, 613, 614, 616, 617, 618, 619, 670, 671, 672, 674, 675, 676, 681, 682, 684 for pumps, compressors, turbines, and auxiliary systems.
- International Codes: ASME B31.3 (Process Piping), ASME Sec. VIII (Pressure Vessels), ASME B73, NFPA 20 (Fire Pumps), ISO 5199/9906 (Pumps), ASTM Materials, NEC, NACE.
- Client Standards: Extensive experience with, ADNOC, Saudi Aramco, Qatar Gas and PDO standards.
- Safety & Review Processes: HAZOP, SIL Rating, 3D Model Reviews.
- D. Construction, Commissioning & Operational Support
- Equipment Erection, Installation, and Alignment Supervision
- Pre-commissioning, Startup, and Commissioning Support
- Condition Monitoring Systems (Bentley Nevada System 1)
- Turbine Control Systems (Mark VI, Vie)
- E. Leadership & Business Acumen
- Discipline Head & Lead Engineer for Multi-disciplinary Teams (Rotating, Static, Packages)
- Mentored and trained junior engineers to enhance technical skills and promote career development.
- Client & Contractor Liaison; Chief Technical Point of Contact
- Managed financial performance, ensuring profit & loss accountability and conducting cost-benefit analyses to support informed decision-making.
- Strategic Initiative Execution & Organizational Change Management
- Quality Assurance & Control; Auditing and Procedure Development
Lead Mechanical Instrumentation Engineer
Baker Hughes / General Electric
02.2010 - 03.2025
- Directed mechanical retrofits in turbo machinery, guaranteeing effective commissioning of control systems. Conducted thorough reviews to approve gas SLD and wiring drawings for precision. Refined bill of materials to improve manufacturing processes. Sustained alignment between tender documents and implemented designs. Facilitated seamless operations by executing bill of materials preparation in SAP ERP.
- Managed multidisciplinary teams in offering technical leadership and support for complex energy projects across full project life cycle involving R1 process and commissioning.
- Defined strategic technical guidelines for level 1-3 engineers, boosting overall project quality. Performed field surveys to obtain essential data for project advancement. Authored extensive technical reports detailing key findings and actionable suggestions. Leveraged best practice frameworks to assemble and refine improvement proposals.
- Aligned BN systems with operational controls of SCADA and Honeywell DCS, fostering seamless operation and governance of systems.
- Created reliable project cost estimates, supervised and assessed project budgets, and established methodologies that elevated baseline costs through enhancements in internal tools and optimization of factory test procedures.
- Created individual schedule components of project emphasizing fulfillment of delivery objectives, tracking project milestones, and applying financial forecasting within challenging constraints.
- Acknowledged for promoting teamwork among engineering teams and decreasing expenses related to essential engineering scoping efforts.
- Coordinated turbo machinery equipment assembly and disassembly across on-site and workshop environments to uphold quality assurance measures.
- Executed maintenance trims and comprehensive overhauls on turbines and compressors in field for effective troubleshooting, leading to decreased downtime during operations.
- Orchestrated design and implementation of instrumentation systems customized for oil and gas applications.
- Designed and implemented testing protocols for verification of compliance with industry standards.
- Spearheaded development and deployment of instrumentation systems tailored for oil and gas applications.
- Formulated and implemented testing protocols to guarantee compliance with industry standards.
- Orchestrated cross-departmental teams for successful execution of multifaceted project timelines and deliverables.
- Formulated and executed project management standards to elevate operational efficiency.
Team Leader Mechanical
Essentia Soft Solutions Ltd
05.2008 - 02.2010
- Led engineering design team of 15 for Gardner Denver, Cooper Cameron, and Curtiss-Wright, focusing on valve automation, compressor casing, machining designs, and high-pressure pump design.
- 3D modeling software was used for Design and Development
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery and collaboration.
- Implemented process improvements that increased team efficiency and reduced bottlenecks.
- Conducted regular training sessions to develop team skills and knowledge retention.
Mechanical Engineer
QUEST Software Technologies Pvt. Ltd
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Engineered design and analysis for aero-derivative gas turbines, steam turbines, hydraulic units, compressors, generators, turbo machinery, rotary-wing, and turbo fan components.
- Engineering Design & Analysis - Aero-derivative Gas Turbine and Steam Turbines and Hydraulic units, Compressors, and Generators Components, Turbo machinery, rotary-wing, Turbo Fan
- Used Utilized 3D modeling software for design projects. for design and development.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Technosys
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings of automotive components using Pro-E, Unigraphics, and CATIA, contributing to HAL and IISC Bangalore projects on blades, buckets, and aerospace components
- Designed and tested mechanical components using CAD software to meet project specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of design and manufacturing processes.
- Conducted failure analysis and implemented design modifications to enhance product reliability.
Mechanical Engineer
Doux Technologies
04.2003 - 06.2005
- Designed and sized control valves and pumps to optimize process flow parameters. Conducted DFMA and DFC analysis to enhance new product development (NPI) process.
- Designed and analyzed mechanical components using CAD software to enhance product functionality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot design issues and implement effective solutions.
- Conducted testing and validation of prototypes to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
Education
Master of Science - Manufacturing Management
Birla Institute of Technology
Dubai12-2013
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Tiruchirappalli03-2005
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
The Karur Polytechnic
Karur, India06-1996
Skills
Project Management
Program & Portfolio Management
End-to-End Project Delivery
Project Planning & Scheduling
Multi-Project Management
Project Controls & Governance
Engineering Project Management
Mechanical Engineering Design
Project Framework Development
Scope, Cost & Schedule Management
Budgeting & Cost Control
Resource Planning & Allocation
Risk Management & Mitigation
Change Management
Contract Administration
Procurement & Vendor Management
Vendor Evaluation & Selection
Contract Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Client Relationship Management
Client Liaison & Communication
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Team Leadership & Staff Management
Training, Coaching & Mentoring
Engineering Coordination
Site Execution & Commissioning
Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
HSE Compliance & Safety Management
Continuous Improvement
Lean Six Sigma Methodologies
Process Optimization
Workflow Analysis & Improvement
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Value Engineering
Strategic Planning
Technical Decision-Making
Technical Documentation
Technical Presentations
Excellent Communication & Negotiation
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
Time Management & Prioritization
Primavera P6
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Microsoft Office Suite
SAP ERP
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Teamcenter PLM
Windchill PLM
Python (Engineering Automation & Data Analysis)
3D CAD/Model Management
Mechanical Design Review
Engineering Documentation Control
EPC Projects
Mechanical Systems
Industrial Manufacturing
Water & Wastewater Projects
Oil & Gas Projects
Power & Energy Projects
Infrastructure Projects
Plant Engineering
Commissioning & Start-up
Asset Lifecycle Management
Strategic Leadership
Decision Making
Conflict Resolution
Performance Management
Customer Focus
Business Development Support
Organizational Development
Continuous Learning & Innovation
Accomplishments
- Project Delivery Excellence: Exceeded project delivery rate by 20% within two years.
- Resource Management Efficiency: Increased profits by 15% through effective resource management and reduced vendor turnaround time.
- Quality Improvement: Reduced product failure rate by 18% through effective team leadership and quality techniques.
- Cost Efficiency: Improved project efficiency saving 10% in annual costs.
- Product Reliability: Reduced product failures by 36% through innovative management strategies.
- Change Order Management: Improved profits by 30% through efficient change order handling.
- Efficiency Boost: Increased production efficiency by 25% using advanced valve automation solutions.
- Power BI Dashboard: Developed executive dashboards displaying project progress, vendor assignments, shipping and cost margins, milestone reporting, and stakeholder updates.
Affiliations
- Chartered Engineer – Indian Institute of Engineers
- Member – Indian Institute of Engineers
- Member – International Fluid Power Society
- Member – PMI UAE Chapter (Khaleeji)
Certification
PMP Certified – PMI #2915532
LEARNING ROAD MAP
- Artificial Intelligence – In progress
- Machine Learning
- Robotics Process Automation
- DATA Science
- BIG Data
- Risk Management Certification – In progress
MAJOR CUSTOMERS
- ADNOC OFF SHORE (ADMA, SORE GAS)
- ADNOC HABSHAN, Bahasa
- SAUDI ARAMCO - KNPC - KOC
- TUPRAS TURKEY - REPSOL
- SONATRACH ALGERIA -REB, RHOUD NOSS
- BAPCO - BAHRAIN
- QATAS GAS, QATAR PETROLEUM
- PDO-Oman
- CHEVRON
- GARNER DENVER
- CAMRON
- HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICAL LIMITED.
- GOODRICH AEROSPACE
- BERKER VALVES, DRESSER VALVES
Timeline
Lead Mechanical Instrumentation Engineer
Baker Hughes / General Electric
02.2010 - 03.2025
Lead Project Manager
Baker Hughes / General Electric
02.2010 - 03.2025
Team Leader Mechanical
Essentia Soft Solutions Ltd
05.2008 - 02.2010
Mechanical Engineer
QUEST Software Technologies Pvt. Ltd
06.2006 - 05.2008
Mechanical Design Engineer
Technosys
07.2005 - 06.2006
Mechanical Engineer
Doux Technologies
04.2003 - 06.2005
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
The Karur Polytechnic
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Master of Science - Manufacturing Management
Birla Institute of Technology