AREAS OF EXPERTISE

-Electrical engineering

-Quality control

Maintenance programmes

-Cost analysis

-Root cause analysis

-Project management

-25kV Traction Substation

-Overhead Track Equipment

PROFESSIONAL

Engineering council of South

Africa Candidate

PERSONAL SKILLS

-Problem Solving

-Teamwork

-Communication skills

-Target orientated

PERSONAL DETAILS

160 Boeren Street

House No: 4

Klien Clipsham

Vryheid

3100

South Africa

Contact Number:

074*******

Email:

Adrian.chinnarajulu@gmail.c

om

Date of Birth: 30/03/1992

Marital status: Single

Driving license: Yes

Nationality: South African

Race: Indian

Gender: Male

Adrian Chinnarajulu

Electrical Engineer (Heavy Current)

PERSONAL SUMMARY

A competent electrical engineer with a comprehensive knowledge of designing, developing and maintaining electrical systems and components to required specifications, focusing on economy, safety, reliability, quality and sustainability. A consistent track record of successfully completing projects from the concept and detail of the design through to implementation, testing and handover. Having a comprehensive understanding of electrical health and safety regulations.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Transnet Freight Rail (Rail Network Planning, Coal line) March 2015-Present

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Working closely with Civil engineers, Telecommunication engineers, Signalling engineers and Industrial engineers in a multi-disciplinary work environment to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget to maintain and upgrade the rail network for efficient movement of trains to satisfy customer demands. Responsible for estimating material, construction, and labour costs, and project timescales.

Duties:

Identifying company requirements, designing drawings and specifications of upgrades.

To effectively plan maintenance on the rail network, specifically OHTE and substations, to ensure a safe and available system, cost effectively, supporting and enabling achievement of the MDS.

Conduct condition assessment (IMV, MICA, Infra-red and footplate inspection)

Plan and manage Electrical project particularly refurbishment that currently in Coal line Ermelo – Vryheid.

Cost of materials that has been utilized by electrical to prepare for the budget for the new financial year.

Attending meetings on site. Preparation of Electrical procedures for installation test & commissioning.

Reading electrical design specifications and technical drawings. Organizing routine servicing schedules.

Making sure all electrical engineering projects are fit for purpose. Liaising with and monitoring third party contractors.

Attending meetings, writing reports and giving presentations to managers and clients.

PROJECTS EXECUTED

- Crossover and overlap

overhead track equipment

construction (Improve train

movement on the railway)

R 950 000.00

- Replaced 20MVA

transformer at substation

(after analysis, transformer

oil had gases due to high

fault currents which then

required it to be replaced)

R 1100 000.00

-Neutral section construction

(separate different phased

supplied by Eskom)

R 1600 000.00

-Installation of new Return

conductor on overhead track

equipment (Upgrading of

infrastructure)

R 750 00.00

- Design and replace Copper

catenary conductor with

Aluminium conductor

(Solution to minimise theft

on the infrastructure and

extend lifespan of the

conductor)

R 4500 000.00

- Replace porcelain

Insulators with vandal proof

insulators (Minimise theft,

improve lifespan of

insulators and decrease the

vandalism)

R 2500 000.00

Key skills and Competencies

Ability to prepare Operation & Maintenance Manuals.

Experience of working to South African standards.

Strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize and plan effectively.

Methodical approach to all tasks. Knowledge of Railway engineering

Excellent customer facing and communication skills.

Ability and also willingness to work in all weather conditions.

Advance Microsoft office skills.

Ability to work under pressure.

Innovative

The motivation to work extra hours when necessary. Academic Qualification

National Diploma: Electrical Engineering

Durban University of Technology

2014

Bachelors Degree of Technology: Electrical Engineering Durban University of Technology

2020

Motivation

I undoubtedly believe that I am prepared to occupy this position according to the skills and expertise which I have acquired throughout my academic journey and tasks that I have carried out during the time of my employment. I strive to create a benchmark complemented by good code of ethics and values which will aspire good human resources. I pride myself in being an excellent leader as well as a devoted team player. I have a strong ability to multi-task, which enables me to be flexible and adaptable when faced with challenging assignments. Key qualities that I possess are sound analytical skills, extreme self-motivation and diligence. I am teachable, have the ability to work under pressure and enjoy a challenge. I strive for the best and I am sure that I will be a great asset and contribute effectively to your company. References – Available on request

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