Electrical Engineer Maintenance

BALAMURUGAN ARUMUGAM

Mobile No: +91-733*******

Email Id: ***********@*****.**.**

Skype Id: a. balamurugan1976

Address: **/**, ****** *** ****, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India -600103

Seeking mid - level assignments in Electrical operation Maintenance/commissioning and startup/projects execution with an organization of high repute

PROFILE SYNOPSIS

A professional with over 23 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer

Successfully completed Diploma Electrical and Electronics from Annamalai University

Exposure to various Electrical system operation and maintenance, troubleshooting like MV/LV switchgear,motor control center,Motor,Diesel Generator, control panel,VSD,UPS,Inverter etc

Proved worth in many projects with clients such as Sadara chemical company, petroleum development of Oman

Directed the electrical team using interactive and motivational leadership

Update with changing trends in manufacturing industry

A sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities to develop solutions in a timely fashion

An effective communicator with technical, reasoning and analytical skills

Achieved zero accident goal, maintained positive and safe working environment

CORE COMPETENCIES

Leadership skills Strong Communication skills

Start-up and commissioning Planning

Maintenance / Repair /Test Process Improvements

Electrical /Electronic controls Project Execution

Cost control Technical support & Assistance

Trouble shooting Safety compliance

EXPERIENCE

Electrical Technical supervisor April 2014 – October 2019

PM&C SAUDI ARABIA LTD, (SEPAM) SAUDI ARABAIA

CLIENT: KBR -SADARA CHEMICAL COMPANY -SAUDI ARAMCO-DOW-(JV)

Performed Electrical modification as per operation /automation / Engineering request (MOC)

Performed operation and Maintenance of all Electrical Equipment like MCC/Switchgear /Vacuum Circuit breaker (VCB) /Air circuit Breaker (ACB)

Directed Day to Day routines and Breakdown/ Preventive maintenance for electrical equipment as per Maintenance schedule

Conducted routine Load and No-Load Trails of Emergency diesel generator

Performed MV/LV switching & Main tie Main as per SADARA electrical safe work standard.

Performed maintenance, troubleshooting, modification & repair of Electrical equipment’s Switchgear, Motor control center, motor, lighting, heater control panel & Heat tracing system

Conducted regular site audit and rectification of deficiencies. Maintaining the records

Carried out the pit stop /shutdown activities safely on scheduled time

Assisted third party vendor /other departments and my team

Maintained the spare parts /tools/test equipment’s / consumable material for Plant maintenance activities by

Coordinated with Purchase department and reviewed quote /specification of spare parts

Coordinated and reported with Operation, Work activities Coordinator/Engineer/Planner/scheduler

Participated Team meeting /presenting technical topics

Lead the team Effectively with safe work practice

Performed Cost saving/cost effective /low cost maintenance

Eliminated step down transformer requirement by utilizing 480vac incoming supply to 220v rated Boot washer and saved cost around 50,000 SAR

Supervised pre-commissioning, Testing and commissioning of Electrical substation equipment 13.8KV/4.16KV /480V Switchgear.MV/LV transformer, MV/LV MCC & motors, Battery Charger, Battery Bank, Uninterrupted power supply system, Power distribution system & Plant Lighting etc.

conducted Cable Hi-Pot test, Breaker Test, PT/CT Test, Relay Test, Power transformer Test, Bus Bar Test and component level test

Carried out schematic check for all switchgear and MCC & prepared mark-up drawings

Inspected EPC along with PMT, Specification and G7 Standard Followed as per Project design Requirement

Joined MCPN walk Through with PMT and created punch list.

Contributed MCC/MCAN final walkthrough for Acceptance.

Conducted Electrical safety reliability Assessment Audit with SADARA Electrical Leader

Energized 13.8KV/4.16KV Powel Make switchgear and Eaton make 0.48KV switchgear with Auto Change over scheme

Energized 0.48KV & 4.16 KV Eaton make Motor Control Center (MCC)

Energized Power transformer (up to 20 MVA) & Distribution transformer

Performed Solo Run test of Motors up to 13.8KV/9000HP

Assisted vendor Commissioning & Startup activities of special equipment (VSD) variable speed drive 0.48 KV (ABB) & 4.16KV(SIEMENS), (UPS) uninterrupted power supply 160KVA (AEG), Battery Charger & Battery Bank 1040AH(ENERSYS). Thyristor controlled Heater control panel (HTT energy &EXHEAT)

Assisted vendor Commissioning & Startup of Heat tracing system & Troubleshooting (Thermon)

Assisted Commissioning & Startup of S.A.B Generator (2272KW/4.16KV)

Experienced in commissioning & startup for the different system of equipment, Identified and rectified different issue during to the start up.

Analyzed fault in motor protection relay GE Multilin 369 & 469 and feeder protection relays SEL-715A, transformer protection relays SEL-787, Partial differential function

Analyzed fault in Digital Motor Bus Transfer System M-4272 (Beckwith)

Analyzed fault in Low /High resistance grounding (LRG & HRG) Systems.

Attained Delegation of Authority for SADARA SAFE WORK PERMIT RECEIVER.

Developed safe operating procedure for all Electrical Equipment

Prepared of safety operating procedures for the equipment with checklist for maintenance

Followed SMWP (SADARA maintenance work process), Safe Work Permit (SWP), Safe Operating Procedure (SOP), Life Critical Standards (LCS), LOTO, Red Tag Masters (RTM) & Electrical Work Practices (EWP) to carry out all job

Electrical Engineer May 2013 - Sep 2013

POWERTECH ENGINEERING LLC OMAN

CLIENT: PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT OF OMAN (PDO)

Assigned in Engineering & Maintenance Contract at Bhaja site for Petroleum Development Oman

Installed, tested & commissioned of Power transformer,33kv over Headlines.

Coordinated project with other departments, main contractor and client

Handled manpower, Equipment resource efficiently

Supervised projects and monitoring daily progress.

Carried out shutdown activities safely on scheduled time

Reviewed construction drawings and preparation of variation claim according to site installation.

Ensured that all works are being executed in accordance with Contractor’s approved Q.A Procedures and that strict Q.C & HSE standard is being implemented.

Prepared mark-up drawings & test packs of commissioned projects

Deputy Manager (projects) Feb 2011 - Dec 2012

EDAC AUTOMATION LTD INDIA

CLIENT: VEDANTA (CAIRN ENERGY), RAJASTHAN, INDIA

Coordinated electrical construction activities in Bhagyam oil Well Pad/MPT-Tr- 4 development project

Prepared technical queries and coordinated with client acquired approvals

Prepared BOQ and coordinated with procurement departments for consumable material finalization

Reviewed Method of statements, Material take off, Technical bid Analysis

Evaluated & reviewed contractor’s billing as per site engineer report

Coordinated with supplier & project team to get material data sheet approval, manufacturing & Inspection clearance.

Coordinated with Site In-charges to complete the project as per schedule

Attended progress & monthly meeting

Prepared monthly invoice and submit to client

Electrical Engineer Jul 2008 - Dec 2010

WORLEY PARSONS -ARABIAN INDUSTRIES, (JV ) OMAN

CLIENT: PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT OF OMAN (PDO)

Interfaced with Project Engineers during all stage of project execution

Aptly liaised with PDO Site Engineer acquired various approvals

Ensured all activities related to the project are carried out as per the client’s requirements

Implemented Site HSE procedures and strictly adhered to company’s zero accident goal policy

Provided technical input facilitated to sub-contractors

Assisted contractor to safely energize all electrical Systems

Reviewed Method of statement and witnessed electrical testing as required

Reviewed commissioning procedure Ensured PTW and work is carried out safely

Reviewed design drawing and updated variation as per site condition

Participated in system walk-downs from commissioning to operations and prepared punch list.

Monitored Contractor completion activities to ensured successful achievement of Mechanical Completion and maintained records

Supervised Installation, testing and commissioning of 33KV Gas Insulated switchgear,132kV Circuit Breaker Replacement

Oversaw Installation and commissioning of 500m3 Sewage Treatment plant, Water Well and RO Plant

Prepared mark up as built drawings & test packs of commissioned projects

Successfully Carried out shutdown Activities safely on scheduled time

participated in Safety audit, Hazard studies & Assessments

Assigned in Engineering & Maintenance Contract at Nimr site for Petroleum Development Oman

Interfaced with Project Engineers during all stage of project execution

Aptly liaised with PDO Site Engineer acquired various approvals

Ensured all activities related to the project are carried out as per the client’s requirements

Implemented Site HSE procedures and strictly adhered to company’s zero accident goal policy

Provided technical input facilitated to sub-contractors

Assisted contractor to safely energize all electrical Systems

Reviewed Method of statement and witnessed electrical testing as required

Reviewed commissioning procedure Ensured PTW and work is carried out safely

Reviewed design drawing and updated variation as per site condition

Participated in system walk-downs from commissioning to operations and prepared punch list.

Monitored Contractor completion activities to ensured successful achievement of Mechanical Completion and maintained records

Senior Electrical Engineer Oct 2006 - Jul 2008

FUTURA POLYESTERS LTD INDIA

Performed operation and Maintenance of 110KV/11KV/440V Substation, Minimum Oil Circuit Breaker, ACB, 1250KVA DG Set

Carried out predictive/preventive and break down maintenance of Electrical Equipment

Performed Trouble shooting of Electrical & Instrument Equipment’s

Implemented cost saving techniques / measures and modifications to achieve substantial reduction in O&M expenditures and work within the budget

Oversaw Installation and commissioning of 2000KVA Power transformer

Supervised Installation and commissioning of Power control center, Motor control center, Main Distribution Board, Distribution Board, Light Distribution Board and Control Panels

Oversaw Retrofitting of Power Control Centre with Air circuit breaker Siemens (3WT8)

Performed operation and Maintenance of 110KV/11KV/440V Substation, MCC, HT/LT switchgears

Prepared of safety operating procedures for the equipment with checklist for maintenance

Performed energy conservation audit and implemented energy saving technique to reduce energy consumption of the organization

Conducted study of plant load requirement and accordingly undertook measures to decrease Maximum demand to achieve cost reduction in EB billing.

Monitored the load for the plant equipment and replaced the higher capacity drive motor with a lower capacity motor to achieve energy savings 20%

Electrical Engineer Jul 1994 - Sep 2006

PIONEER JELLICE INDIA (P) LTD INDIA

Reduced and eliminated bottlenecks in manufacturing, improving space utilization metrics and increasing resource allocation optimization

Incorporate Laboratories equipment to a monitoring system to detect any failure during process and provide fast response.

Supervised construction and commissioning of following electrical equipment’s 2.0 MVA Power transformer,

750KVA Cummins DG set, PCC, SB, MCC, MDB, DB, LDB, control Panel, motor, Street lighting, Earth pit,

power and control Cable laying and terminations

Performed operation and Maintenance of Substation, SF6&ACB breaker,750KVA Diesel Generator Set, Thermax boilers and Chicago Pneumatics Compressors, Trane chilling plant

Implemented Process Instrument Automation as per Operation requirement to improve the Quality

Performed Troubleshooting & calibration of Instruments like Control Valves, PID controllers, Pressure, Flow, Level &Temperature Transmitters, online PH meter, Mass Flow Meters, RTD And Thermocouple

Oversaw Installation and commissioning of 22KV/440V switchyard and substation

Supervised Installation and commissioning of 2.0 MVA Power transformer,750KVA Cummins DG set

Oversaw Installation and commissioning of MV panel, HT/LT Breakers and Tripping devices

Supervised Installation and commissioning of SB, MCC, MDB, DB, LDB, control panel and motors

Supervised Installation and commissioning of process area/ Street lighting, Earth pit, power and control Cable laying and terminations

Liaised with TNEB for the yearly inspections as per government norms and get approval for additional Electrical installations

Handled Power Management system (Enercon)

Performed Preventive Maintenance. And Troubleshooting of Electrical and Instrumentation Equipment

Played as a team Leader and motivated the team member. carried out Maintenance of equipment Efficiently to achieve the production targets

Maintained the spare parts and consumable Material for Plant maintenance activities

Implemented Sinews Separator machine with smart relay control, to improve process quality

Implemented automation to avoid Idle Run of air compressor motor and saved energy consumption

Automated plant street lighting to achieve the energy savings

Repaired the temperature controller, weighing machine, electronics machines & UPS etc.

Serviced 20 Numbers of Water level controller. Saved cost around RS. 60,000

EDUCATION

Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

Recognition certificate from SADARA Isocyanates Maintenance Management for valuable Contribution to the success of Commissioning & start up activities

Safety courses in SADARA Chemical Company – Safe Work Permit, Electrical Work Practice, Life Critical safety (LCS), Electrical Safety, LOTO, Working at Height

ISO 9001: 2008 Internal Auditor Certificate Holders

Safety Courses in PDO: HSE Induction Training, IFR, HSE Tools & Skills, H2S & SO2 Awareness & Escape Training, Coaching & Mentoring Course, Safety Leadership for Supervisors, Job Hazard Analysis, STOP course, permit to work System

Competency Certificate Holder (C certificate) issued by Tamil Nadu Electrical Licensing Board

PERSONNAL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 05-04-1976

Passport No: S3679963 issued at Riyadh on 28 /02/ 2018 valid up to 27/02/2028

Languages: Tamil, English, Hindi

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