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Certification
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VIVEKANAND V

Chennai

Summary

Accomplished Electrical Engineer with a proven track record at Arcadis, specializing in BIM Modeling and the commissioning of HVAC substations. Expert in Bentleysoftwares, demonstrating exceptional collaboration skills and a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in project integration and quality standards, leveraging both technical expertise and innovative problem-solving abilities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Curzon Street Station

HS2
Arcadis
03.2024 - Current

Project Brief:

The local transport network, including buses and the Midland Metro, with a tram line running alongside and under the station, connects the city with Digbeth. The new high-speed rail station is being built on the site of Birmingham's 19th-century station at Curzon Street.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Executed detailed 3D modeling of the Cable Management System, including cable trays, ladders, trunkings, and low-level ducting, using OpenBuildings Designer software. Coordinated multi-discipline efforts to resolve clashes between services, ensuring seamless integration of the Cable Management System.

Bradford Foster Square Station (LAIP)

Network Rail
Arcadis
02.2024 - 05.2024

Project Brief:

Create a new Platform 0 at Bradford Forster Square station on the Downside of the
formation located opposite Platform 1 (ES4 Stage).

Duties and Resposibilities:

Created models and drawing sheets in ProjectWise, ensuring accurate representation of luminaires, lighting columns, and CMS services. Coordinated with multiple disciplines to resolve clashes, enhancing project workflow efficiency. Performed workflow processes in ProjectWise, maintaining streamlined project management and documentation.

Neasden Depot SAB WP-5

Transport for London
Arcadis
07.2023 - 09.2024

Project Brief:

The project includes the development of a Concept Design Statement for the Staff Accommodation Block (SAB). The new SAB will be a modular building supported on shallow foundations, with utilities connections, and MEP services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Utilized Trueview and Aecosim software to produce accurate 3D and 2D models, enhancing the design and implementation of electrical services. Created detailed sections and elevations for all electrical services related to External Lighting and CMS Systems using Aecosim software. Collaborated with multiple disciplines to resolve clashes and ensure seamless integration of services. Executed CADQA processes and addressed issues, while managing workflow in ProjectWise. Executed the entire workflow process using ProjectWise.

Beckton MFB Depot

Transport for London
Arcadis
02.2024 - 07.2024

Project Brief:

The Beckton depot upgrade is of proposed changes to the DLR train fleet. The
existing B2007 trains will be retained but the older B92 trains will be replaced by new trains of 88m long fixed formation. Overall, there will be an increase in the number of trains in the DLR fleet. The Beckton depot upgrade will provide a new maintenance shed dedicated to the maintenance of the new 88m long trains.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Developed and updated 3D models for CMS and Earthing using Aecosim software.

Updated drawing sheets to reflect recent changes and modifications. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design clashes and streamline the Workflow process in ProjectWise.

PLU Depot, Lighting Main Upgrade

Transport for London
Arcadis
06.2023 - 07.2023

Project Brief:

The Piccadilly Line Lighting Main work stream scope is driven by London
Underground’s need to run the new train stock (24TS) which has a different platform train interface to the current PL fleet.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Developed 3D and 2D models, created sheets, and prepared layouts and schematics for electrical switch rooms at three stations: Arsenal, Finsbury Park, and Turnpike Lane.

Modeled other disciplinary services, including walls and doors, to ensure comprehensive project coverage. Addressed CADQA issues to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy in all designs.

PLU Cockfosters Depot, WP1

Transport for London
Arcadis
09.2022 - 06.2023

Project Brief:

The PLU is the first of the lines to be upgrade as part of the Deep Tube Upgrade Programme (DTUP), which will progress to upgrade the Bakerloo, Central and Waterloo and City Line at a date to be confirmed in the future.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Developed detailed 3D and 2D models, including sections and elevations, for electrical services such as Lighting, Small Power, and CMS Systems. Collaborated with multi-discipline teams to resolve clashes using Bentley Navigator, ensuring seamless project integration. Executed CADQA processes and resolved issues, while managing workflow processes within ProjectWise.

Electrical Engineer

SIEMENS
Bhogat
05.2021 - 04.2022

Conducted testing and commissioning of SIEMENS and ABB relays across various voltage substations, ensuring operational efficiency. Performed substation operations using SICAM PAS SCADA.

Electrical Engineer

Nari Relay
Mumbai
02.2021 - 05.2021

Performed testing and commissioning of NR Relay panels, ensuring compliance with technical standards.

Electrical Engineer

BHEL
Fuji Electric
07.2020 - 02.2021

Manufactured and tested UPS systems to provide reliable backup power for hospital ventilators during the Covid-19 pandemic. Conducted thorough testing of stabilizers and UPS units under both load and no-load conditions to ensure optimal performance.

Education

PGD - Smart Grid Technologies

National Power Training Institute
Bangalore
04-2023

BTech - EEE

Amrita School of Engineering
Kollam
06-2020

Skills

Key Skills:

  • BIM Modelling capable
    of producing BIM/CAD drawings
    for MEPF services
  • Experienced in testing and
    commissioning of HVAC
    Substations which includes
    relays and SCADA
    operations

Software Skills:

  • Dialux Evo
  • MicroStation
  • AECOsim
  • Open Buildings Designer
  • Bentley Point Tools
  • Bentley Navigator
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • iTwin
  • Bluebeam
  • TrueView
  • SICAM PAS

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Japanese
Beginner
A1
French
Beginner
A1

Certification

  • Received certificate in completing Microstation user accreditation
  • Received certificate in completing OpenBuildings Designer user accreditation
  • Received certificate in completing "Testing of Electrics"
  • Received certificte in completing Inplant Training at Integral Coach Factory, Chennai

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for the Curzon Street Awards under the category of "Delivery with Certainty".

Timeline

Curzon Street Station

HS2
03.2024 - Current

Bradford Foster Square Station (LAIP)

Network Rail
02.2024 - 05.2024

Beckton MFB Depot

Transport for London
02.2024 - 07.2024

Neasden Depot SAB WP-5

Transport for London
07.2023 - 09.2024

PLU Depot, Lighting Main Upgrade

Transport for London
06.2023 - 07.2023

PLU Cockfosters Depot, WP1

Transport for London
09.2022 - 06.2023

Electrical Engineer

SIEMENS
05.2021 - 04.2022

Electrical Engineer

Nari Relay
02.2021 - 05.2021

Electrical Engineer

BHEL
07.2020 - 02.2021

PGD - Smart Grid Technologies

National Power Training Institute

BTech - EEE

Amrita School of Engineering
VIVEKANAND V