Electrical Engineering

JAYASREE RAMACHANDRAN

Calgary AB T*M *K* Cell: 403-***-****

********@*****.*** https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ramachandranjayasree SOLUTIONS - DRIVEN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SPECIALIST RESOLVE DESIGN ISSUES WHILE IMPROVING QUALITY AND CONTROLLING COSTS Electrical engineering professional with a total of 10+ Canadian and international experience, in the areas of: electrical design / drafting, quality control, tendering and procurement. Accomplished several significant challenges including: created a tool to standardize data requests from other team members to streamline communication, achieved 20% reduction in electrical component procurement cost. Detail-oriented team member with strengths and skills in:

Tendering to execution Turnkey projects

Drafting and designing using Smart Plant

and AutoCAD

Problem solving and strategic

communication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Application Design Engineering Specialist 2014 - 2015 Schneider Electric, Calgary

Worked with Northwest Redwater Refinery Project (Turnkey project) design team, mastered the design of Power Electrical Buildings (PEB’s), 35 kV distribution, 35kV/5kV/600V switchgear, MCC’s, VFD’s and transformers, Critical services generators, Tankage, etc. using Intergraph Smart Plant Electrical (SPEL) as per ISO 9001specifications, specialized in creation of equipment list, load list, cable schedule, panel schedule, equipment & cable - sizing and selection, MV/LV/HV MCC schedules and datasheets using SPEL, prepared SPEL assisted wiring diagrams and schematics using vendor prints and SLD.

Provided quick turnaround for specialized cable routing requests by using existing cable tray and grounding layouts in AutoCAD Revit.

Established and maintained strong working relationships with team members and project stakeholders to ensure that designs were delivered well ahead of deadlines.

Recognized for ability to frame technical information to different audiences. Turnover QA/QC Coordinator

Managed the assessment of inspection test reports and engineering drawings in a very short time. Involved in sourcing and tracking the status of the test reports from Schneider site and that from Contractors, progressively submitted the turnover documentation such as the Inspection Test Plans, Inspection Test Reports such as generators, transformers, motors, circuit breakers, switchgears, excitation system, AC/DC auxiliary systems, electrical protections, control and monitoring systems (PMS, DCS) walk - down punch lists, deficiency lists, non- conformity logs, change control processes (Field Change Request (FCR)/Field Change Notice (FCN)), Redline drawings etc.

Created a tool to standardize data collection, and optimize QA/QC timely and with accuracy.

Assured the accuracy and timely closure of walk-down inspection tasks with subcontractor.

Identified and mitigated discrepancies in technical documents by consulting with Electronics & Instrumentation (E & I) specialists.

Became lead reviewer within 3 months, and participated in the final internal audit.

Provided technical support to Field compliances.

Acknowledged for the exceptional work ethics and significant process improvement. JAYASREE RAMACHANDRAN

Calgary AB T3M 0K2 Cell: 403-***-****

Junior Design Drafter 2012 - 2013

Stantec, Calgary

Worked on Cenovus Foster Creek Heavy Oil SAGD Project: prepared drawings for furnace Tie-Ins, Inlet Degasser, VRU Optimization, Salt Caverns, Emergency Evacuation Alarm System, FC Hot taps and tie-ins; produced drawing packages, carried out drafting of engineering drawings using Auto CAD 2D for Phase A-E Central Processing Facility Optimization project. Designed and detailed new components from previous designs based on engineering instructions, government and regulatory codes of single line diagrams, schemes and wiring diagrams, electrical system plant designs (cable routings, grounding, lighting and tracing) and substation arrangements and As-Builts.

Coordinated project drawings with Managers and other CAD staff; maintained familiarity with current drafting techniques and developments to sustain and improve technical skills; contributed to the setting up and maintaining of departmental CAD standards.

Acknowledged for perseverance and hard work from management. Electrical Engineer 2007 - 2010

Al – Rafaa Trading & Contracting Co., Oman

Obtained accurate quantity and cost estimates for residential, commercial and industrial projects, from design blueprints, drawings and specifications, estimated quantities and created RFP’s for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) work for Sohar Aromatics, $50MM, Marmul SAGD project $80MM, Permanent Accommodation Camps at Bahja, Marmul & Fahud for PDO $10MM, Asian Beach Games 2010 project at Wudam for Oman Tourism Development Company $20MM, prepared RFQ’s for various vendors – mainly pumps, valves, light fittings, air conditioning equipment, telecom, security systems, fire protection systems, plumbing equipments, etc. Evaluated bids and selected suppliers based on cost and reliability. Achieved 20% reduction in component procurement costs by combining three similar projects. Junior Electrical Engineer 2002

Ahmadiah Contracting Co., Kuwait

Assisted with engineering of major construction projects such as the Awqaf Tower at $85MM and the Salhiya Commercial Complex at $60MM, Prepared design briefs, spreadsheets, and specifications, liaised with equipment manufacturers, such as Hitachi Corporation representatives in finalizing design specifications and design layouts for Hitachi elevator systems.

Interacted with site offices to ensure supplied materials met design specifications & requirements. Lecturer, Electrical Engineering Department: 1996 - 1999 Mumbai University, India

Full time University Grants Commission (UGC) lecturer in the department of Electrical Engineering and taught undergraduate students on the following Electrical & Electronics engineering subjects and labs: Basic Electrical Engineering, Fundamentals of Electronics, Circuit Theory, Control Systems, Network Theory, Logic Circuits, Power Electronics, Introduction to System Theory, Process Measurement & Control.

Led lectures with hundreds of students, conducted seminars and supervised students' laboratory work and practical assignments. Performed grading tests and papers, advised students on an individual basis, prepared lessons, exercises and lab experiments.

Illustrated the principles developed in the theory courses and continued to develop the "hands-on" skills required for the subject.

JAYASREE RAMACHANDRAN

Calgary AB T3M 0K2 Cell: 403-***-****

Supervised students’ project works and assignments and actively interacted with industry for successfully completing the projects.

Professional Affiliations

Member of Institution of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Pursuing P.Eng with APEGA: member # 183188

Volunteer Experience

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Office Administrator: Cerebral Palsy Association, Calgary, AB 2011 - 2012 Audio Transcriptionist: Canadian National institute for the Blind 2011 Mentor & Volunteer: Roots 2 Stem, Calgary 2016

Qualifications and Professional Development

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering – University of Calicut, India

Certificate of Achievement in Electrical Design – Southern Institute of Technology, Calgary

Certificate of Completion in AutoCAD 2D & 3D - Southern Institute of Technology, Calgary

Software: SPEL, Smart Plant 3D, Oracle 10g, MS Project

Possess Class 5 Driver’s license, Canadian citizen

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