Pavan Sandhu P. Eng, PMP

Experience

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  University of British Columbia, Okanagan

  Aug 2011 - Apr 2013

  Residence Advisor

  Supervised approx. 52 students in residence, providing a safe and successful environment. Planned programs with a team that promoted educational, diversity, health, and stress awareness. Successful management of role as residence advisor and student.

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  Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Project Technologist

  Worked in the Environmental Stewardship division providing support to the Energy Management program area under the Growing Forward 2 government initiative. Conducted research and technology development projects, which assisted in the sustainable development of the agriculture industry in Alberta. Developed a detailed Microsoft Access database to analyze, and report information regarding program performance including energy savings from grant-funded projects.

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  University of British Columbia, Okanagan

  Aug 2013 - Apr 2014

  Senior Residence Advisor

  Resource to residents and residence advisors. Coordinated significant residence projects (building-wide programs, schedules, team meetings). Provided peer leadership/mentorship for Residence Advisors.

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  Westpower

  Sept 2014 - Aug 2016

  Mechanical Project Engineer in Training (E.I.T)

  •Designed centrifugal pump components for pump repairs used in Oil and Gas operations, i.e. volutes, wear rings, impellers and shafts, using 3D modelling software (Solidworks and Geomagic Design X) while maintaining compliance with industry standards •Collaborated with millwrights and machinists to complete cause of component failures, performance and technical review of pump repairs and ensured approved materials and manufacturing methods were being used•Directly responsible for: scheduling, design review and approval, drawing revisions, drawing library maintenance in PDM and release of drawings to vendors and manufacturing•Supported structural analysis of pump stands and packages (structural skids, cranes, rotating equipment and piping)•Ensured projects were being completed safely according the company policies and procedures•Assisted project managers with procurement of materials and management of subcontracted vendors•Actively participated in company improvement initiatives including training and procedure development Show less

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  FENGATE - Real Asset Investments

  Aug 2016 - Feb 2018

  Coordinator, Power and Utilities

  •Managed the performance of 40 MW of solar power farms in Ontario Canada•Prepared and presented monthly, quarterly and annual board and performance reports to company executives and board members to apprise them of asset performance and return on investment•Evaluated reports to confirm operators were maintaining sites in accordance with contractual obligations •Maintained strong working relationships with site Operators by facilitating monthly meetings to discuss asset health and completing site visits semi-annually •Managed the receipt, approval and distribution of change orders required or allowed for specified assets•Developed Excel based databases to collect and analyze technical site data which was used to identify operational issues/trends•Determined potential site improvements and participated in the implementation of solutions•Monitored and developed operational procedures to ensure they were being effectively practiced and executed•Assisted Asset Managers with due diligence and review of potential Power and Utilities project acquisitions Show less

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  Silver Hills

  Feb 2018 - Apr 2020

  Project Engineer

  •Design of mechanical, structural, and multi-disciplined systems for industrial use in collaboration with stakeholders, i.e., bakery layouts, automation processes, grain handling equipment and design of equipment and work platforms•Generate conceptual and detailed drawings for plant layouts, product specifications, work instructions, P&ID’s, and Bill of Materials using AutoCAD and Solidworks•Reviewed and confirmed engineering deliverables were complete, technically accurate, and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and specifications•Support R&D related projects including testing of new equipment •Preparation of documents: Plans, scope, data gathering, return on investment, RFP’s, cost estimates, schedules, meeting minutes and other documentation to support project development•Attend trade expos (PACK EXPO, IBIE, IPPE) to identify optimal equipment for manufacturing processes Show less

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  Enterra

  Apr 2020 - Oct 2022

  Project Engineer

  •Directly managed capital projects valued up to $1.5 million for the insect processing facility•Responsible and accountable for all phases of assigned capital projects including estimating, engineering, construction, quality, and safety•Investigate, identify and resolve process and equipment inefficiencies to optimize production throughput while maintaining product quality•Collaborate with operations to streamline production processes•Mentor junior engineers and coach them through their projects when needed •Equipment testing and commissioning with assistance from third party contractors •Data analysis of production processes and equipment for proactive intervention, as well as identify areas of the facility that will not meet budgeted production throughput •Work closely with team members and internal decision-makers to identify, recommend, develop and implement learnings and innovations from existing facility operations, as well as research and development•Ensure strict adherence to GMP, HACCP and ISO standards for feed quality and safety•Coordinate project closing through archiving of project documentation and creation of lessons learned •Communicate with key members of all departments including operations, maintenance and senior management Show less

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  LAPORTE

  Feb 2023 - now

  Process Engineer

  •Project management and owners engineering for clients’ capital projects valued up to $1 million•Responsible and accountable for all phases including estimating, engineering, tendering, project tracking, quality, and safety• Build strong relationships with clients key site personnel through frequent site visits and constant communication•Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary project teams located in offices across North America •Review and confirm drawing packages for compliance & participate in development of engineering standards•Participate in client HAZOP to identify potential hazards in a system and identifying operability problems•Performance analysis to support design submissions and technical reports •Creation of P&IDs and control narratives to support automation upgrades for clients using CAD software Show less