Design engineer
Resume:
DEEPAK D KULKARNI
Sr. Domain Engineer
*****************@*****.***
Bangalore - 560070
Results-driven professional with nearly 12 years in electrical control schematics design, development, and commissioning, specializing in electrical controls and marine control systems. Expert in electrical LV/MV/Control panel design, HW-SW/HW-SW integration, project management, and procurement. Proven in quality assurance and regulatory compliance, seeking to leverage technical skills and a commitment to excellence to drive innovation and enhance efficiency in developing conditioning monitoring systems for instrumentation, electrical, and rotational applications.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Conditioning monitoring systems – Electrical and Instrumentation development in condition-based logic and python scripting.
Ship Systems – Propulsion, FPP, CPP, Combinator curve, Diesel engine, Gas turbine, APMS, AFAS, AFDS, TLIS, Fire main system, IO signal allocation.
WTG systems – DFIG, VFD, Generator, HV/MV Electrical panels, ACB, power systems, power electronics, motor control, pitching mechanism.
STW & Commissioning – IPMS / IMCS / Marine control system and Wind turbine generator.
Dashboard Development.
Electrical control design - SLD general arrangement, control schematics, network architecture.
Automated test equipment development and testing.
Electrical schematics design – Control circuits, LV and MV panels, Panel arrangement drawings, WD, ED.
FAT/SAT - Factory acceptance testing/Site acceptance testing.
Preparing technical RFQ/BOM - SLD, general arrangement, standard schematics.
Analyze technical specifications and product solutions.
Communication systems for control automation - MODBUS RTU and TCP/IP.
Relay logic development.
Product release testing and QA manual testing framework.
Documentation.
Procurement - Vendor management.
Manpower Optimization & strategic planning.
Quality assurance, Regulatory compliance, ISO QMS process, Process capability analysis & environmental testing standards.
SOFT SKILLS
Collaborative Teamwork
Advanced Time Management
Leadership Competence
Effective Decision-Making
Analytical Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Expertise in STW, commissioning and troubleshooting of DCS, VFD and electrical panels.
Basic knowledge on python scripting.
Model development, MODBUS mapping, object creation, dashboard development, QA framework manual testing, simulation object creation.
Fundamental knowledge of ABB 800xA, Genix APM Predict, Wago, MS Visio and LabVIEW.
Hardware-software integration, IO signal list preparation, signal allocation, input/output configuration.
Designing relay logic, electrical schematics, low voltage (LV) power distribution circuits, wiring drawings, internal and external field wirings.
Selection of relays, breakers, active/passive sensors, signal conditioners, ground fault systems.
Design review, reverse engineering, field engineering.
Procurement process management, customer/vendor interactions, Bill of Materials (BOM) finalization, SAP.
Process capability (CPK) using DPMO methodology.
System segment specifications, part lists, acceptance test procedures, unit test procedures, technical documentation, user manuals.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Served as the technical lead for the Marine Control System project for the inaugural ship of IN SVL, constructed at GRSE for the Indian Navy.
Provided operational support and led upgrades for Indian Navy ships, including those in the LSTL, P17, and P28 classes.
Implemented new circuits on operational ships and plants to minimize downtime, including chip detection circuits and solid-state relays (SSR) to replace contactors in wind turbine generators (WTG).
Developed products in electrical conditioning monitoring.
Trained engineers to conduct commissioning activities independently.
Led efforts to secure self-certification from DQAWP/IN, showcasing proficiency in compliance and quality assurance processes.
Managed single or multi-discipline engineering teams, providing training to enable independent handling of tasks at customer sites.
PROFILE SUMMARY
Directed all phases of VME-based marine control system projects, including design, implementation, and commissioning for the Indian, UAE, and Royal Malaysian Navies.
Specialized in development of conditioning based monitoring systems, electrical controls design, and hardware-software integration for marine control systems.
Led the design, development, and commissioning of advanced marine control systems on operational naval ships.
Expert in STW, commissioning of ship propulsion systems, DA switchboards, flood/fire detection systems, and conducting Base-In and Sea Acceptance Trials.
Served as technical lead in the Indian Navy's ship construction, overseeing upgrades and operational support for various warship classes.
Expertise in reverse engineering, upgradation, refits of marine/industrial environments.
Proficient in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and environmental testing standards (ISO, JSS 55555, IEC, MIL-STD-416 F).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Aug 2023 - Present ABB GISL, Bangalore (3rd party payroll to GND Solutions) Sr. Domain Engineer (R&D - Process Automation)
System Development & Enhancement
Developing and enhancing electrical / instrumentation condition monitoring systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Designing and implementing complex logic, functions and models, and creating corresponding simulation objects for effective system integration and testing.
Developing model with condition based and python scripting.
Data & Simulation
Finalizing input lists, conditions, and scaling parameters by analyzing and verifying data accuracy.
Mapping MODBUS protocols and executing bit masking processes, while conducting simulations using 800xA to validate system behavior.
Dashboard & Testing
Building and customizing dashboards for real-time monitoring, and performing random testing to ensure functionality and accuracy.
Writing comprehensive test cases and executing manual testing, including smoke, beta, and regression tests to identify and resolve potential issues.
Product release testing and bug validation to identify and resolve potential issues.
Documentation & Manuals
Creating detailed technical documentation and preparing user manuals to facilitate system understanding and maintenance.
June 2015 - Aug 2023 L3 Harris Inc., Bangalore Sr. Associate Project Engineer
Project Design & Development
Identified the scope of supply and technical requirements, IO signal allocation and prepared input and output lists for software integration.
Designed binding drawings, relay interlocks designing, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ECOs and conducted reverse engineering for ship control system upgrades.
Finalized the bill of materials and determined part lists for accurate procurement.
Testing & Validation
Executed hardware acceptance tests and validated system performance through FATs.
Carried out commissioning activities on Indian naval ships, including STW and commissioning of propulsion systems, DA switchboards, flood and fire detection systems, and ship auxiliary systems.
Executed site acceptance tests to verify system readiness and compliance.
Project Management & Coordination
Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of engineering assignments, compiling progress reports and confirming work completion per scope.
Presented PDR (Preliminary Design Review) and CDR (Critical Design Review) to customers, finalizing design specifications.
Optimized engineering processes, ensuring quality and on-time project start-ups.
Customer & Vendor Relations
Addressed customer complaints promptly, provided effective solutions, updated reusable solutions, documenting workarounds and problem resolutions.
Safety & Compliance
Adhered to safety norms and maintained a safe working environment throughout project execution.
Nov 2011 - May 2014 Suzlon Energy Ltd., Karnataka Project Engineer
Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs)
Executed testing and commissioning of Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs), achieving operational efficiency and performance.
Control Panels & Systems
Carried out testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of LV/HV control panels, DFIG, power panels, flexi slip systems and capacitor panels to ensure their correct operation in turbines.
Performed input and output testing of relays, power contactors, power devices, switchgears, and sensors to confirm their reliability and accuracy.
Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
Resolved issues with VFD panel circuits, induction motors, and field instrumentation through detailed diagnostics.
Investigated and addressed recurring failures in electrical and VFD panels, enhancing system reliability.
Analyzed error logs from turbine generators to identify and correct performance-related issues.
EDUCATION
2011 Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communications PESITM, Shimoga, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum 61.62%
2008 Diploma in Electronics and Communication M.E.S RNS Polytechnic, Sirsi, Board of Technical Education, Bangalore 69.01%
2005 SSLC MES High School, Sirsi, Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, Bangalore 73.33%
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