Swapnil Suman
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Automation Engineer with a wide knowledge of PLC and SCADA who operates and completes tasks while adhering to safety guidelines of both human and equipment interfaces. Experience in leading and guiding Technicians and Engineers in Automation Control concepts, analytics, and troubleshooting of shop floor systems and Thermal Power Plant through both theory and practical knowledge. Proven leadership in areas of program development, troubleshooting, understanding of processes, and training.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer
Jindal Aluminium Limited
Bengaluru, KA
04.2023 - Current
- Compared installations against drawings and project specifications to ensure compliance.
- Supporting maintenance and engineering personal on shop floor in the controls aspect of machine functionality involving TIA Portal/Siemens, troubleshooting, and Profinet communications with distributed I/O,extrusion press, furnace, and other devices.
- Managed, troubleshot and improved automation programs.
- Delivered advanced troubleshooting support for maintenance team.
- Performed role of Central PLC Engineer via working with various suppliers and project engineering on handover process, open items, the development and implementation of programs by need in accordance with the Jindal Standard, the archiving/uploading of programs.
- Provided regular preventive maintenance of complex machines and equipment, project expansions, and process lines.
- Delivered detailed and concise directives to team members and worked closely with organizational managers to facilitate project success.
Senior Software Engineer
Apexon
Bengaluru, KA
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Supporting maintenance and engineering personal on Bosch Automotive shop floor in the controls aspect of machine functionality involving TIA Portal/Siemens, troubleshooting, and Profinite communications with distributed I/O, HVAC, Energy monitoring system, and other devices.
- Preparation of documentation and technical data while working directly with the Training Department on training guidelines to improve maintenance efficiency and sustainability.
- Created RCA reports for technicians and superiors ranging in both technical and non-technical formats.
- Provided feedback to the manufacturing development process, to assure the reliability and maintainability of new equipment.
- Maintained open and effective communications with project teams to increase productivity.
Senior Engineer
Steag Energy Services
Noida, UP
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Supporting maintenance and engineering personal on Thermal Power Plant in the controls aspect of machine functionality involving TIA Portal/Siemens, Softmaster/Honeywell, Experion/honewell, RX logic/AB, factoryTalk View, troubleshooting, and Profinet communications with distributed I/O, ABB and other devices.
- Provided regular preventive maintenance of complex machines and equipment, project expansions, and BOP system.
- Preparation of documentation and technical data while working directly with the Training Department on training guidelines to improve maintenance efficiency and sustainability.
- Performed role of Central PLC Engineer via working with various suppliers and project engineering on handover process, open items, the development and implementation of programs by need in
accordance with the Steag Standard, the archiving/uploading of programs. - Compared installations against drawings and project specifications to ensure compliance.
- Took charge in developing, testing, and implementing program blocks and animations to track CycleTime of buffer areas.
- Created RCA reports for technicians and superiors ranging in both technical and non-technical formats.
- Provided feedback to the manufacturing development process, to assure the reliability and maintainability of new equipment.
- Assisted suppliers with PLC errors that they were unable to resolve.
- Continuously gave hands-on technical support, advice and mentoring to all levels of personnel.
Software Engineer
Tech Mahindra
Bengaluru, KA
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Key User responsible for learning and maintaining the engineering aspect of Transport System.
- Worked with Project and Maintenance Engineers to ensure proper machine installation and reliability.
- Performed role of Central PLC Engineer via working with various suppliers and project engineering on handover process, open items, the development and implementation of programs by need in
accordance with the Alstom Standard, the archiving/uploading of programs. - Carefully organized, analyzed and prepared technical data reports to ensure proper workflow and
productivity. - Received various training to help improve work practices and increase reliability
Automation Engineer
BGR Energy Systems
Chennai, TN
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Automation engineer for Power Plant PLC System SIEMENS, Schneider Electric Modicon quantum, Honeywell and GE PLC’s. Responsible for Project execution.
- Commissioning Engineer for Power Plant System.
- Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of automated machinery.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts to resolve complex issues related to automated equipment performance.
- Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls.
- Supported Engineering and Maintenance departments with training and technical support.
- Executed root cause analysis to improve yield and reliability.
Engineer
SKS Power Generation Chhattisgarh Limited
Raigarh, CT
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Performed role of Central PLC Engineer via working with various suppliers and project engineering on handover process, open items, the development and implementation of programs by need in accordance, the archiving/uploading of programs.
- Installation and Commissioning for AHP,CHP and BOP PLC and SCADA System.
- Took charge in developing, testing, and implementing program blocks and animations
- Created RCA reports for technicians and superiors ranging in both technical and non-technical formats.
- Provided feedback to the manufacturing development process, to assure the reliability and maintainability of new equipment.
- Assisted suppliers with PLC errors that they were unable to resolve.
- Managed, troubleshot and improved automation programs.
- Delivered advanced troubleshooting support for maintenance team.
- Delivered detailed and concise directives to team members and worked closely with organizational managers to facilitate project success.
Commissioning Engineer
Axim Automation Technologies Pvt.Ltd
Bengaluru, KA
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Commissioning Engineer for Power Plant SIEMENS and GE PLC. Responsible for Project execution.
- Streamlined communication between team members by creating clear documentation of commissioning processes.
- Provided detailed progress reports on commissioning activities to keep stakeholders informed throughout the project lifecycle.
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing and verification of installed systems.
- Worked closely with operations and maintenance staff during the transition from commissioning to production, ensuring a smooth handover of systems.
- Reviewed as-built drawings for accuracy upon completion of commissioning activities, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
- Trained colleagues on new technologies and industry best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic And Instrumentation
MAULANA ABUL KALAM AZAD UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Kolkata, WB08.2015
Skills
- Electrical/PLC Troubleshooting and Sustainability
- PLC programming, SCADA Development and troubleshooting experience in Siemens TIA Portal/Step7, Honeywell, Allen-Bradley, and GE-RX3I/90-30
- Experience in configuring and modifying HMIs to reduce downtime troubleshooting
- Experience in configuring and modifying SCADA to reduce downtime troubleshooting
- Analysis of PROFINET networks, Profibus, Modbus, OPC and communications
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team in order to help determine and rectify and the source of problems
- Project Management
- Experience with project advancements and implementation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Hands on Installation and Commissioning experience with Power Plant PLC System
- PLC SYSTEMS: GE-Versa max, 90/30, Rx3i, Honeywell ML-200, Siemens Simatic step7-400/300/1500/200/1200,Honeywell ML-200
- MMI/HMI: Quick Panel (GE), Simatic Panel
- SOFTWARE: Cimplicity, Proficy Machine edition, Softmaster, Experion, Simatic step 7, TIA Portal, Unity Pro, vijeo citect, Wincc, Wonderware Indussoft
Accomplishments
- Siemens PLC S7 and TIA Portal Programming.
- Ge-RX3i/90/30 and Cimplicity Programming.
- Improved Production Lines based on root cause analysis and corrective action procedures
- Developed a standard to track cycle time for Buffer Areas throughout the shop
- Supported installation of Automated Hirata High Bay Storage, becoming the liaison between Supplier and End User
- Improved Green Tire scrap rate during HBS Transport by 50%.
- Continental Tire Award for Employee Excellence
- NSF Advanced Technological Education Student Award for Excellence
- WorkKeys Level Gold
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society PTK
- Siemens S-120 Drive Certification
Timeline
Senior Engineer
Jindal Aluminium Limited
04.2023 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
Apexon
10.2022 - 03.2023
Senior Engineer
Steag Energy Services
09.2020 - 09.2022
Software Engineer
Tech Mahindra
11.2018 - 05.2020
Automation Engineer
BGR Energy Systems
04.2018 - 11.2018
Engineer
SKS Power Generation Chhattisgarh Limited
09.2017 - 03.2018
Commissioning Engineer
Axim Automation Technologies Pvt.Ltd
07.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Electronic And Instrumentation
MAULANA ABUL KALAM AZAD UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
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