Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Electrical Power System Studies Expertise
Power System Engineering Projects
Key Skills And Activities
Total Years Of Experience
Total Oil Gas Experience
Aramco Experience
Position Applied
Experience In Power System Tools
Willing To Travel And Relocate
Both Vaccination Status
Degree
Address In India
Personal Information
Publications
OIL AND GAS PROJECTS (COMMISSIONING, START-UP, AND MAINTENANCE)
ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM STUDIES EXPERTISE
PUBLICATIONS
DECLARATION
Chess, Cricket, Pickleball tennis, Badminton
Timeline
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Vetrivel Perumal

Vetrivel Perumal

Lead Electrical Design Engineer - PowerSystems
Chennai,TN

Summary

Dynamic Electrical Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the Oil, Gas, and Power Industries, specializing in all phases of EPC projects. Expertise includes power system reliability studies, load flow and short-circuit analyses, and advanced proficiency in ETAP, PSCAD, and Dig SILENT Power Factory. Proven track record in designing and engineering electrical systems for substations and industrial plants, with a strong focus on greenfield projects and process plant consultancy. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills, consistently delivering impactful results while ensuring safety and reliability throughout project lifecycles.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
5
5

English

6
6

Tamil

2
2

Russian

Work History

Freelance professional consultant
02.2025 - 08.2025
  • On a short-term Contract as a freelance professional consultant, for two projects.

Power System Engineer

Consultant – Freelancing (Oil and Gas)
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Worked for a UK firm and a Chennai firm on an hourly basis from home.

Lead Power System Engineer

H&MV Engineering
12.2022 - 10.2023

Electrical Design Engineer

Worley – pre-bid engineering work
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Deputation by Proton Engineering

Senior Design Engineer

Proton Engineering Consultancy and Services
11.2021 - 01.2022

Electrical Design Engineer

Effica Energy Private Limited
12.2019 - 10.2021

Electrical Design Engineer - Consultant

Petrofac Engineering Services India Pvt Ltd (Deputation from Technindeed)
05.2019 - 09.2019

Lead Engineer – Power System and Detail Engineering

M/S Power Projects, Chennai
12.2015 - 04.2019

JAC Electrical Engineer

Jurong Aromatic Corporation (Deputation From PEC/PEI)
09.2013 - 10.2015

Electrical Commissioning Technician

Exxon Mobil Singapore (Deputation from Munisong)
03.2011 - 02.2012

Draftsman

Sunray Engineering and Technologies Pvt Ltd
04.2010 - 01.2011

Technologist

Tech Semiconductor Pvt Ltd
04.2006 - 04.2010

Electrical Supervisor

SRS Engineers
01.2004 - 01.2006

Technician Apprentice

TNEB
01.2003 - 01.2004

Education

M.E - PSE -

ANNA UNIVERSITY / SONA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2021

BTECH - EEE - undefined

BHARATH DEEMED UNIVERSITY
01.2018

DEEE - undefined

DEEE
01.2000

Skills

ETAP analysis expertise

Experience with PSCAD simulations

Proficient in Digsilent Power Factory

PVSYST software proficiency

E3D/PDMS,

AUTOCAD,

DIALUX,

SAP PM,

SPEL – (Knowledge in Admin Level)

Arc flash analysis

Protective relaying

Electrical engineering

Power system analysis

Stability studies

Battery storage systems

Fault analysis

Renewable energy integration

Transformer sizing

Generator sizing

Load flow analysis

Power quality assessment

Grounding system development

Substation design

Electrical design

Trained in autocad

Power system problem identification

Python programming language

Electrical Power System Studies Expertise

ETAP, SPEL(ADMIN), PSCAD, DIGSILENT, SKM, Load Flow Analysis, Short Circuit Studies, Relay Co-Ordination Studies, Motor Acceleration Studies, Arc Flash Studies, Harmonic Analysis, Transient analysis

Power System Engineering Projects

  • Power System Study for Trident Plants, Saudi Chemical industry
  • IOCL 1.2MMTPA PX-PTA PROJECT, IOCL PARADIP REFINERY
  • BASRAH NGL PROJECT, 290MW
  • QUSAWHIRA, ADNOC
  • DUQUM REFINERY
  • H&MV AMAZON DUBLIN IRELAND GAS POWER PLANT
  • GAS DISTRICT COOLING PLANT, Utility Project
  • ANORD CONTROL SYSTEMS LTD, Dundalk, Ireland
  • 1MW SOLAR POWER PLANT, Salem, India
  • TASEK CORPORATION BERHAD, Portland Drive, Malaysia
  • MYLAN Laboratories Pvt Ltd
  • Baby wipes Project, Saudi Albitek
  • AL-DIDIBAM 1500MW PV Solar Plant
  • 20MW PV Solar Plant, Maski, Karnataka
  • DATA CENTRE AND RENEWABLE PROJECTS OF H&MV, DUB 94, DUB 54, NCL060, NCL 062, DRUMLIN
  • LYSAGHTSTOWN 110KV SUBSTATION, INSULATION CO-ORDINATION document reviewed
  • VANTAGE BERLIN15 SUBSTATION, INSULATION CO-ORDINATION document reviewed
  • NCL60HV 33KV SUBSTATION, INSULATION CO-ORDINATION document reviewed
  • HV AND MV CABLE SIZING USING CYMCAP
  • DRUMLIN 33KV CABLE SIZING
  • GRANGE POWER 15 KV MV CABLE DESIGN, 500 SQMM
  • BALLYMAKAILY 110KV CABLE SIZING, 1600 SQMM
  • EXXON MOBIL SINGAPORE PARALLEL TRAIN PROJECT, Singapore
  • JURONG AROMATIC CORPORATION, Singapore
  • TECH SEMICONDUCTOR, CLEANROOM, 300mm fab in Singapore
  • ANGSTROM – T, CLEANROOM, 200mm Fab in Russia

Key Skills And Activities

  • Power system studies and Sizing calculations based on IEEE, IEC, Shell DEP, and NFPA 70E
  • Preparation of Equipment & installation Specifications, Preparation of substation layout, Bid evaluation, Finalization of ordering specifications & recommendation for procurement, Vendor document review
  • Preparation of meeting records, design review and design progress reports.
  • Liaising with Clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure the project works are in line with specifications and quantities, Company standard Creation based on IEEE, NFPA 70, and IEC
  • Commissioning of Transformers Switchgears (MV&LV), Variable frequency drives (ABB, Siemens, and Danfoss), MCC, Cathodic Protection, and Electrical Data Management System, Motor and its starter module with DCS interlock and signals functional test, Document review and approval of ITP and Test Pack for equipment Inspection and testing, Transformers testing and commissioning experience for 66/22KV (80 MVA), 22/6.6KV (12MVA), and 6.6/0.43KV (2MVA), Transformer tests - ratio test, winding resistance, dielectric test, Hi-pot test.
  • Substation Commissioning, Testing, and maintenance include 66 kV and 22 kV SF6 Circuit breakers and GIS, gears. It's associated with local control panels. Planning Maintenance schedule with the vendor, Guiding the EPC to create ITP and Test Pack for Inspection and testing Electrical Systems, Primary Injection Test (Ratio and Polarity check) for Current Transformers and Potential Transformers, Secondary injection test for Protection Relays like GE, Schneider, ABB.
  • Support and Inspection for Relay setting and testing by the vendor, JSA and RA creations, Experience in PTW as Applicant/Checker/Approver, Responsible for planning and carrying out daily activities, Start-up activities and PSSR as per procedures, involved in the punch listing of Electrical systems concerning project specification (GP/CP) Global practices.
  • P&IDs, Cause and Effect Diagrams. Review the cable tray routing and provide necessary inputs/comments to the E&I designer and team
  • ELECTRICAL SWITCHING SAFETY conducted and certified by JM Pang Private Ltd, Singapore. (230kV license holder).
  • Preparation of preventive maintenance Procedures (Like substation, UPS and battery charger, etc.), HVAC maintenance. Fire alarm system maintenance (Building and industrial), UPS and Battery Charger Maintenance, Induction motor maintenance and Preservation work. Inspection and maintenance of Lighting and the receptacle panel in the Process area.
  • Carry out shutdown jobs, manage work orders and notifications within due dates in SAP PM, Preparation of routine /structured job plans by investigating work requirements and preparing logical breakdowns of the work required in SAP PM, and call vendor support if needed in SAP PM.

Total Years Of Experience

19

Total Oil Gas Experience

11

Aramco Experience

Nil

Position Applied

Lead Electrical Engineer

Experience In Power System Tools

ETAP, DIGSILENT, PSCAD,

Willing To Travel And Relocate

True

Both Vaccination Status

True

Degree

M.E – PSE

Address In India

No.4. 17th Street, Thendral Nagar East, Saraswathy Nagar Main Road, Thirumullaivoyal, Tamil Nadu, 600062

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 15/04/81
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Driving License: Indian driving license (Motorcycle, LMV)
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Availability: Immediate, Yes
  • ID Type: Passport
  • ID Number: M1903358

Publications

  • Optimal Relay Coordination in Microgrid Power Systems, national conference on Recent Trends in power systems and grid-connected micro generation systems, 2018-10-01
  • Arc Flash Analysis Based Standard amendments, international conference on power engineering, 2020-03-01

OIL AND GAS PROJECTS (COMMISSIONING, START-UP, AND MAINTENANCE)

  • EXXON MOBIL SINGAPORE PARALLEL TRAIN PROJECT, SINGAPORE.
  • JURONG AROMATIC CORPORATION, SINGAPORE.

ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM STUDIES EXPERTISE

  • SOFTWARE PACKAGE – ETAP, SPEL(ADMIN), PSCAD, DIGSILENT, SKM:
  • Load Flow Analysis, Short Circuit Studies, Relay Co-Ordination Studies, Motor Acceleration Studies, Arc Flash Studies, Harmonic Analysis, Transient analysis.

PUBLICATIONS

  • Optimal Relay Coordination in Microgrid Power Systems in the national conference on Recent Trends in power systems and grid-connected micro generation systems - October 2018.
  • Arc Flash Analysis Based Standard amendments in an international conference on power engineering –March 2020.

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the information above furnished is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Chess, Cricket, Pickleball tennis, Badminton

Languages Known: Tamil and English

Timeline

Freelance professional consultant
02.2025 - 08.2025

Power System Engineer

Consultant – Freelancing (Oil and Gas)
01.2024 - 01.2025

Lead Power System Engineer

H&MV Engineering
12.2022 - 10.2023

Electrical Design Engineer

Worley – pre-bid engineering work
01.2022 - 05.2022

Senior Design Engineer

Proton Engineering Consultancy and Services
11.2021 - 01.2022

Electrical Design Engineer

Effica Energy Private Limited
12.2019 - 10.2021

Electrical Design Engineer - Consultant

Petrofac Engineering Services India Pvt Ltd (Deputation from Technindeed)
05.2019 - 09.2019

Lead Engineer – Power System and Detail Engineering

M/S Power Projects, Chennai
12.2015 - 04.2019

JAC Electrical Engineer

Jurong Aromatic Corporation (Deputation From PEC/PEI)
09.2013 - 10.2015

Electrical Commissioning Technician

Exxon Mobil Singapore (Deputation from Munisong)
03.2011 - 02.2012

Draftsman

Sunray Engineering and Technologies Pvt Ltd
04.2010 - 01.2011

Technologist

Tech Semiconductor Pvt Ltd
04.2006 - 04.2010

Electrical Supervisor

SRS Engineers
01.2004 - 01.2006

Technician Apprentice

TNEB
01.2003 - 01.2004

BTECH - EEE - undefined

BHARATH DEEMED UNIVERSITY

DEEE - undefined

DEEE

M.E - PSE -

ANNA UNIVERSITY / SONA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Vetrivel PerumalLead Electrical Design Engineer - PowerSystems