VATSAL VERMA

**** ******** ****, *** ****, Dallas, TX – 75252 214-***-**** actuex@r.postjobfree.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/vatsalverma

OBJECTIVE

A quick learning professional with an extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and PLC programming, looking for a full time opportunity (starting June 2016) utilizing problem solving and technical skills to contribute towards the goal of the organization. EDUCATION

MS in Mechanical Engineering (Majors in Dynamic Systems and Control) Expected: May 2016 University of Texas at Dallas-TX, USA GPA: 3.62/4

BE in Mechatronics Engineering May 2014

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies-Dehradun, India GPA: 3.0/4 COMPUTER SKILLS

HVAC: Dymola, Revit, Trace 700, HAP, Elite

PLC: RS Logix 5000, Simatic STEP 7, Zelio Soft, Twido Suite SCADA: RS View 32 Studio

CONTROL DESIGN: MATLAB (image processing, control system and optimization toolbox), Simulink, Scilab, LabVIEW CAD & FEA: AutoCAD, Solid works, CREO parametric 2.0, Ansys LANGUAGES: C, C++, Java, Embedded C

WORK EXPERIENCE

University of Texas at Dallas (Research Worker – HVAC Modelling & Optimization) [Nov’14 – Present]

Developing dynamic HVAC Models and carrying optimization based simulations on multiple chiller unit, multi-zone ASHP with VRF + VAV unit using extremum seeking control in Dymola.

Performed engineering calculations including energy, HVAC load and building energy modelling.

Predicting Input Dynamics, designing Band Pass filters and carrying out Bode Plots for the purpose of control design. EcoMotto Inc. Richardson, TX, USA (Firmware Developer Intern) [Sep’15 – Dec’15]

Designing a smart thermostat device with Texas Instruments MCU (MSP430F6712 + CC3100 WiFi module).

Handling the hardware board and programming the firmware code in IAR Embedded Workbench. Drycool Systems India Pvt. Ltd. (Technical Support Engineer-HVAC & Control division) [May’14-Aug’14]

Performing operational experiments (Rotor Dynamic Analysis, Vibration Analysis) pertaining to reliability runs on a centrifugal chiller utilizing tandem compressors with conventional fin and tube condensers.

Modelled water cooled screw chiller and a cooling tower in REVIT and optimized the efficiency of unit. Rockwell Automation India Pvt. Ltd. (Undergraduate Intern – PLC Division) [May’13-Aug’13]

Programming Allen-Bradley PLC s (Compact Logix and Control Logix) using Ladder Logic in RS Logix 5000 for Auto- parts welding and Material Handling Robot sequences.

Designing and modifying HMIs using Factory Talk View Studio (Software/Package) and Panel View 70. Ethernet and Device Net setups using RS NetWorx for large Scale robot based automated manufacturing.

Used RSView32 Studio (SCADA software) for real time monitoring and control of automation machines and processes. ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Compensation of HVAC system non-linearities using cascaded control [UT DALLAS]

Designed and presented a cascaded controller that could eliminate the hunting/non-linear behavior of an HVAC unit. Digital Control of Automotive Powertrain Systems [UT DALLAS]

Designed a control scheme for automotive powertrain in MATLAB and SIMULINK using Pole Placement, LQR, Root Locus, and PID Control to achieve desired steady state angular speed (800 RPM) under different disturbances. Conveyor with an Adjustable Wall Control [UT DALLAS]

Designed a conveyor system in Solid Works for the purpose of good take-up adjustment and belt timing. Self-Optimizing Temperature Controller to Economize the Energy Cost [UT DALLAS]

A control strategy was implemented for a system in heating and cooling modes aiming at decreasing the energy cost. Wind Turbine Monitoring and characterization [UT DALLAS]

Designed altium schematics for the purpose of RPM and Torque control of a wind turbine using PIC microcontroller. Programming of PLC’S [DIAC, INDIA]

Programming handled with Allen Bradley’s Micro logix 1000 and SIEMENS’s SIMATIC (S7 200, S7 300).

Trouble shooting analysis of motor controls and various VFD’s like ABB (ACS 880), SIEMENS Micro master 440.