Sudhan Thanasekaran

Experience

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  HyperionIT - India

  Apr 2010 - Nov 2012

  QC Electrical Engineer

  Client : Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL)Essential Functions: • Verify site details against approved construction drawings.• Coordinate daily activities with client representatives on-site.• Develop working strategies to achieve planned targets efficiently and cost-effectively.• Ensure all work meets quality standards and follows established procedures.• Provide technical clarification to the Client and Main Automation Contractor (MAC).• Obtain approval for construction drawings.• Assist in the installation and commissioning of instruments.• Follow up on the submission of As-built drawings and QC Dossier.• Obtain approval for drawings, quality plans, procedures, Inspection Test Plans, and material control procedures from the client. Coordinate material procurement.• Coordinate EPC work activities and interface coordination with the client, sub-client, and internal execution team.• Play a key role in installation, loop checking, and commissioning activities.• Install indicators, transmitters, controllers according to P & ID's and Hook-up drawings.• Coordinate effectively with Operation and project teams.• Prepare/review P & IDs and submit them for client approval.• Conduct functional testing, Pre-Commissioning, Instrument loop checking, and Commissioning of Distributed Control System Panels, etc. Show less

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  Nesma & Partners

  Dec 2012 - now

  Project : Infrastructure, Housing and Airports Project, Al Majma’ah (NASJV Joint Venture)Client : Royal Saudi Air force (Ministry of Defense)Projects Portfolio : King Faisal Air Academy Project (Runway, Apron, Taxiway, VORTAC, DSR, etc.) in addition to Infrastructure and Housing work with total value 3.1 Billion SAR.Essential Functions: • Conduct Inspections in designated areas according to SHD drawings, RSAF and SDMS Standards, Project Construction Specifications, Approved methods of statements & Material Submittal for all electrical work activities.• Perform Material Receiving Inspection for LV/ MV Cables, Copper bus bars, Cable Trays, Conduits & fittings or any components are used in system, ensuring compliance with approved MTC & applicable project specifications. • Develop & Prepare inspections/test reports for pre-commissioning activities and submit them to the Consultant QC department for review, comments/approval. • Conduct surveillance/reviewing activities to ensure technical accuracy & quality in all disciplines. • Inspect & Witness all ongoing works according to project specifications/requirements, approved drawing plans, work procedures & prevent non-conformance. • Evaluate and monitor Quality relations and Requirement in line with company norms.• Conduct Field & laboratory tests, maintain calibration records, review materials submittals, conduct material receiving inspections & approve test reports, certificate for acceptance.• Assist with testing activities (loop checking, Megger,hi-pot,IR Testing,Oil testing, ground resistance testing) for power & instrument cables, transformers, switchgear, ACB, VFD & Other electrical equipment.• Assist in Pre-Commissioning/Testing & Final Commissioning of All Electrical Power Equipment’s & low current system such as Access control, Fire Alarm System & CCTV system etc.• Ensure that instrument equipment works comply with project specs, company procedures & quality assurance & controls documentation. Show less Project : Onshore Maintain Potential Projects SA1, AbqaiqClient : Saudi AramcoProjects Portfolio : Oil Upstream Projects, Upgrade of Aramco Abqaiq power plantsEssential Functions:• Inspect Power & Grounding cable trench cable laying, cable backfilling, and AC & DC Ground rod installation.• Conduct Inspections for Power Distribution Panels, Dry Type Transformer, Lighting Control Panel and Switch rack Installations.• Witness Individual and grid testing of Ground rods and Lighting Fixture installations.• Inspect and Witness Pre-Commissioning of Low voltage Distribution Panels and Dry type transformer, Illumination test of light fixtures.• Perform Material receiving inspections for electrical, CP and instrumentation items. • Witness calibration of instruments and control valves upon receipt in the warehouse. • Coordinate inspection activities with Clients and conduct inspections as required. • Issue NCR/SSR to sub-contractor for non-conformities and coordinate with construction team/client for closure.• Attend weekly meetings of QA/QC team.• Conduct Material Receiving Inspections for LV/ MV Cables, Copper bus bars, Cable Trays, PVC/EMT/RGS Conduits and fittings as per approved MTC & applicable project specifications.• Verify that standard calibration and test instruments and equipment have valid calibration status.• Inspection & Witness of Cable megger & continuity test before Terminating Cable & then Cable Termination• Check to verify exact Conducting visual inspection for installation of Power & Control cables. Witnessing continuity & Insulation Resistance test of Power & Control cables. Conducted inspection for punch list items clearing.• Inspection & Witnessing of all ongoing works according to project specifications/requirements, approved drawing plans, work procedures and prevent nonconformance occurring. • Performing surveillance/reviewing activities and ensuring technical accuracy and quality of all discipline. Show less Project : National Guard Health Affairs Specialized Hospitals, JeddahClient : Ministry of National Guard – National Guard Health Affairs (NGHA)Projects Portfolio : Healthcare, 2 Hospitals - Children Hospital (350 Beds) & Neuroscience and Trauma Care Center (176 Beds) Each hospital having its own Boiler Plant, Chiller Plant, Generator Plant, Mosque, Utility Culvert (800m), Structural Parking (5 Floors) and One Data Center that connects all buildings together including the existing King Abdullah Medical City facilities.Essential Functions: • Ensure adherence to Project Quality Plan (PQP), Quality Procedure & Standards and while maintaining all related documents. Identify areas of quality failures / implement corrective measures. • Prepare Method of statements, ITP, preliminary documents.• Conduct Inspections in designated work areas as per IFC drawings, IEC codes, NGHA Standards/ drawings, Project Construction Specifications, Approved methods statements.• Ensure Instrumentation and equipment comply with project specifications, company procedures, QA & QC documentation (strictly implementing ISO standards).• Conduct Audits (Internal & External) On-site as per Project Quality Plan/Quality Procedure & Walk through frequently.• Inspection & Witness of all ongoing works to ensure compliance with project specifications/requirements, approved drawing plans, work procedures/prevent non-conformances.• Ensure that Non-conformity Reports (NCR)/Site Instructions (SIN), inspection records and outstanding issues are reviewed for completeness and signed off to proceed to final inspection.• Perform Installation continuity and Megger test of control panels, marshalling panels and terminations. • Conduct Material Receiving Inspection for LV/ MV Cables, Copper bus bars, Cable Trays, PVC/EMT/RGS Conduits and fittings or any components used in the system prior to assembling as per approved MTC & project specifications.• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports. Show less Project :SADARA POWER DISTRIBUTION &STEAM GENERATION UNIT PROJECT, Jubail, K.S.AClient :Saudi Arabia Dow Arabia .ltd (SADARA)Projects Portfolio : 9 Power Distribution Substations consisting of 1 GIS (230kv), 3 Remote Distribution Station (34.5kv), 5 Switching Stations (34.5kV)Essential Functions: • Conduct inspections in accordance with IFC drawings, IEC codes, standards, Project Construction Specifications, Project Quality Plan, and approved methods of statements for all electrical work activities.• Perform Material Receiving Inspections for LV/MV Cables, Copper Bus Bars, Cable Trays, Conduits, and fittings, ensuring compliance with approved Material Test Certificates (MTC) and project specifications.• Inspect all electrical services required for buildings, including Earthing, Lighting (internal and external), Lightning Protection, and Transformer LV/HV, verifying specifications and performance.• Conduct Testing and Pre-Commissioning inspections for Switchgears, Motor Control Centers, Transformers, Annunciator Panels, and Lighting Systems.• Develop and prepare inspection and test reports for pre-commissioning activities, submitting them to the consultant QC department for review, comments, and approval.• Perform High pot testing of Power Cables, Continuity testing, Meggering of Cables, and Glanding/Termination of cables.• Inspect installations of Cable Trays, Cable Ducts, Conduit Systems, power junction boxes, LCS, emergency stop switches, Annunciation Panels, and Transformers.• Verify Electric Motor specifications prior to solo motor run test, checking nameplate, rating, voltage, frequency, and amperage requirements, and inspect grounding connections for integrity.• Monthly and weekly Preservation inspections for equipment such as Transformers and Batteries.• Prepare documents for QC activities and Test Packages for different systems and sub-systems/Dossier for mechanical completion. Show less Project : OLAYA TWIN TOWERS PROJECT, Riyadh, K.S.AClient : (GOSI-General organization for Social Insurance)Projects Portfolio : Real Estate: Twin Towers Construction consists of 36 floors &34 floors. The scope of work consists of office premises, a lobby area connecting the two towers on the entrance level, including two retail blocks above the ground level. The project also includes 4 levels of underground parking with a total depth of 16 m below the ground level for 2,400 cars equipped with the latest high-tech security, pedestrian, and vehicle automated control systems.Essential Functions: • Conduct surveillance and review activities to ensure technical accuracy and quality across all disciplines.• Ensure compliance with company Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001-2007 regulations, British Standards, and IEC Regulations for Electrical Installations.• Inspect works in accordance with IFC drawings, IEC codes and standards, Project Construction Specifications, Project Quality Plan, and approved methods of statements for all electrical activities.• Verify satisfactory completion of examination and tests as per the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP), and ensure calibration validity of measuring and testing equipment.• Raise Requests for Information (RFIs), conduct inspections, and coordinate with consultants/clients for Quality Control (QC) matters, as well as third-party inspection agencies for related activities. Maintain and update all relevant quality documents.• Assist in testing (loop checking, Megger testing, hi-pot testing, IR Testing, oil testing, ground resistance testing) of power and instrument cables, transformers, switchgears, ACBs, VFDs, and other electrical equipment.• Assist in Pre-Commissioning/Testing and Final Commissioning of low current systems such as BMS, Access Control, Fire Alarm System, and CCTV systems.• Generate daily reports on site development status and ensure work quality meets client specifications. Show less

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