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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Projects Handled
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THOKAIMAYIL VENKATESAN

Chennai

Summary

Controls Design Engineer with 7 years of experience in PLC design, programming, and commissioning for industrial applications, including special purpose machines and automotive BIW lines. Expert in electrical design, advanced control strategies, production optimization, and system performance enhancement. Proficient in safety matrices, DIFOT maintenance, and VBA macro automation for QC. Skilled collaborator and technical support provider, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Dedicated to innovative solutions that boost efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineer

RENAULT NISSAN TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS CENTRE OF INDIA
CHENNAI
08.2019 - Current

Developed detailed electrical schematics and layouts for automated control systems, ensuring accurate and efficient designs.

Designed electrical panels and wiring diagrams for industrial machinery, adhering to industry standards and safety regulations.

Selected and integrated electrical components such as sensors, actuators, and relays into control systems, optimizing performance and reliability.

Conducted electrical load calculations and ensured proper sizing of components to prevent overloading and ensure system stability.

Performed electrical testing and validation of control systems, identifying and resolving issues to ensure optimal functionality.

Designed and developed safety matrices to identify and mitigate potential hazards, enhancing overall system safety and compliance.

Stayed updated with the latest electrical design standards and technologies, continuously improving design practices and system performance.

Documented all electrical design processes, creating detailed manuals and diagrams for future reference and maintenance.

Designed and implemented PLC control systems for BIW assembly lines, enhancing automation and production efficiency.

Programmed and commissioned PLCs for robotic welding and assembly stations, ensuring precise and reliable operations.

Integrated PLCs with various sensors and actuators to monitor and control critical BIW processes, improving quality and consistency.

Conducted on-site troubleshooting and maintenance of PLC systems, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous production.

Developed HMI interfaces for BIW control systems, providing operators with intuitive and user-friendly controls.

Performed system validation and acceptance testing for new BIW equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

Designed custom VBA solutions for quality control applications, enhancing data accuracy and process efficiency.

Automated QC data collection and analysis using VBA macros, resulting in more timely and accurate quality assessments.

Created user-friendly Excel dashboards with VBA macros to visualize QC metrics and trends, aiding in decision-making.

Developed comprehensive safety matrices to identify and mitigate potential hazards in manufacturing processes, ensuring a safer work environment.

Implemented and maintained DIFOT metrics, achieving a consistent on-time delivery rate of 100 percent.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and update safety matrices, enhancing overall workplace safety and compliance.

Conducted regular customer meetings to discuss project requirements, progress, and address any concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Trained junior engineers on electrical design principles, PLC programming, and safety standards, fostering their professional development

Senior Engineer

TITAN Engineering & Automation limited
Hosur
07.2017 - 07.2019

Designed and programmed PLC systems for custom-built machinery, ensuring precise control and functionality tailored to client specifications.

Led the commissioning of special purpose machines, overseeing the installation, testing, and validation of control systems to ensure optimal performance.

Developed HMI interfaces for special purpose machines, enhancing user interaction and operational efficiency.

Integrated various sensors and actuators into PLC systems, ensuring accurate data acquisition and control for complex machinery.

Conducted on-site troubleshooting and debugging of PLC programs during the commissioning phase, resolving issues promptly to meet project deadlines.

Collaborated with mechanical and robotics engineers to design and implement control systems for bespoke machinery, ensuring seamless integration and operation.

Performed system validation and acceptance testing for special purpose machines, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

Provided comprehensive training and support to end-users on the operation and maintenance of PLC-controlled special purpose machines.

Implemented safety protocols and fail-safes within PLC programs to ensure the safe operation of custom machinery.

Documented all design and commissioning processes, creating detailed manuals and reports for future reference and maintenance.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
COIMBATORE
04-2017

Higher Secondary -

K.J.E.M Higher Secondary School
Paramakudi, Tamil Nadu
04-2012

High School -

A.V.Hr Sec School
Paramakudi, Tamil Nadu
04-2011

Skills

  • Autocad
  • See electrical expert
  • SIEMENS Step 7
  • SIEMENS TIA Portal
  • WINCC
  • MATLAB
  • MS Office
  • VBA Macros
  • TIA Openness
  • ODIL
  • C
  • Python
  • Plc programming
  • RETROFIT
  • Network protocals
  • SCADA

Affiliations

Team Collaboration: Actively participated in cross-functional team projects, contributing to successful project outcomes and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Mentorship: Mentored junior engineers and interns, providing guidance and support to help them develop their technical skills.

Public Speaking: Delivered presentations on control systems engineering topics at industry events and company meetings.

Accomplishments

  • Women Achiever Award - Creating cross reference in Autocad (New Technology Activity)
  • Team Achievement Award - Successful completion of 4EVER Commissioning activity, France.
  • Best Individual Achiever- Cost cutting activity through Retrofit implementation- Renault
  • TCS Best Student Award - For overall excellence in both academic and non academic activiteis for the batch 2013-2017

Projects Handled

  • 4EVER Design and Manufacturing :

 Location: Maubeuge, France 

Description: Involved in the electrical design, PLC programming, HMI design, and provided commissioning      support for the 4EVER project.

  • P1310 Bursa :

Description: Upgraded and simulated PLC and ODIL design according to variant modifications for the P1310 Bursa project.

  • Renault Triber :

Description: Created electrical design, PLC programming, and HMI design for the Renault Triber project.

  • Nissan Capture :

Location: RNAIPL 

Description: Provided commissioning support for the Nissan Capture project at RNAIPL.

  • Battery Peel Off Line :

Location: Ather Energy, Bangalore 

Description: Involved in electrical design, PLC programming, HMI design, and provided commissioning support for the Battery Peel Off Line project.

  • Coil Orientation and Leak Test :

Location: Delphi TVS, Chennai 

Description: Created electrical design, PLC programming, and HMI design for the Coil Orientation and Leak Test project at Delphi TVS.

  • Heat Ventilation and Air Condition Unit Assembly :

Location: Valeo, Spain 

Description: Involved in electrical design, PLC programming, HMI design, and provided commissioning support for the Heat Ventilation and Air Condition Unit Assembly project at Valeo.

Timeline

Engineer

RENAULT NISSAN TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS CENTRE OF INDIA
08.2019 - Current

Senior Engineer

TITAN Engineering & Automation limited
07.2017 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Higher Secondary -

K.J.E.M Higher Secondary School

High School -

A.V.Hr Sec School
THOKAIMAYIL VENKATESAN