Balaji R

Experience

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  Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

  Engineer

  Prime Responsibilities:Design - Engineering-Site Assessment - (Solar PV)Collection of design specific data at the proposed project site like acquiring exact site co-ordinates using GPS, Preliminary findings of the soil type etc.-Preparation of the Site Feasibility and Estimation reports-Preparation of Site visit report which explains about the preliminary findings of the site-Capturing customer requirements.Design - Engineering - (Solar PV)-Proficiency in simulation software’s like Meteonorm, PVSYST to prepare reports in estimated power generation for any geographical locations using Solar PV technology.-Working Experience in Autocad tool in designing the schematic diagrams & block diagrams of SPV power plant of kW or MW ranges.-Sizing the PV system including modules, inverters and cables.-Creating BOM,BOQ and costing of the system-Preparation of various guaranteed technical specifications for PV modules of mono-Crystalline, poly crystalline & thin film.-Selecting best suitable type of PV inverters which provide higher yields and meets customer’s requirements.• Mahagenco, Chandrapur 2MWp Solar PV Project based on Thin Film Technology- Grid Tied Power Plant (Start up to Commissioning of plant, Modules- QS Solar, Inverter-ABB)• MEIL, Anatapur 50 MWe Solar Thermal Power Plant -Anatapur, Andhra Pradesh.- Grid Tied Power Plant• Mahagenco, Sakri 50MWp Solar PV Project based on Thin Film PV Technology- Grid Tied Show less

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  BGR Energy Systems

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2014

  Engineer

  • Estimating the benefits of the Concentrated Photo Voltaics and finding Opportunities. • Basic Engineering of PV Plant for Estimation of the Cost without compromising of quality. • Preparing responses to the Request for Selection (RfS) and Techno commercial/Commercial Bid for EPC Bids• Tariff Analysis for the Tariff based tenders (OREDA, MPPMC) and Tariff proposal for the MNC’s (Saint Gobain, Asahi, Orchid, Hyundai, Apollo Tyres, JK Tyres etc.) to comply with the SPO under TN Solar Policy.o LCOE for the PPA period.o IRR of the Project.o Project Payback period etc.,• Preparing Prebid queries and obtaining clarification from the clients.• Exposure to Project Management Softwares.• Familiar with the REC procedures. Show less

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  Fenice Energy

  Dec 2014 - Aug 2016

  Sr.Design Engineer

  • Coordinating with the Sales team by providing proposal drawings, bill of materials, verification of Suppliers technical offers, estimate engineering hours for all engineering disciplines and Performs engineering risk analysis while submitting proposal.• Preparation of Prebid queries for clarification on technical related issues before submitting proposal.• Collection of design specific data at the proposed project site like acquiring exact site co-ordinates using GPS, Preliminary findings of the soil type & undulations, Substation location, Bay availability, major obstruction if any etc.• Preparation of Yield reports, DPR and technical documents required for Lenders.• Solves problems that appear during engineering development. Drives completion of all engineering activities on the project.• Ensures that engineering is developed with complete information with respect to all multidisciplinary information. • Preparation of RFQ documents for SCM to obtain quote. Providing technical clearance for finalization of orders after technical evaluation of offers.• Authorizes engineering deliverables acting as the overall design authority (coordinating engineer) for all applicable engineering disciplines. • Responsible engineer (design authority) for DC(Sizing & Selection of Modules, Inverters, Cables, SCB) &AC (Sizing and selection of Cables, Transformer, Busbar, Protection, Earthing & Grounding for exposed metallic parts, current carrying conductors) engineering discipline and for completion of engineering assignments.• Clarifying potential issues or providing solutions to correct engineering errors during construction.• Work with the Contracts/PM team in assessing variation claims (new scope of work, risk quantifications etc.).• Acts as a technical interface with customer & Suppliers.• Actively develops and coaches the Project Engineering team and colleagues, supporting with technical advice and guidance.• Uses standard processes and tools as applicable. Show less

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  Siemens Gamesa

  Sept 2016 - Oct 2017

  Assistant Manager

  • Coordinating with the Sales team by providing proposal drawings, bill of materials, verification of Suppliers technical offers and Performs engineering risk analysis while submitting proposal.• Preparation of Yield reports, technical documents• Engineering co-ordination for the Detail engineering drawings with customers, resolving issues related to drawings with respect to scope agreed• Product evaluation• Preparation of Prebid queries for clarification on technical related issues before submitting proposal• Lead the Design Engineering for India’s first Solar-Wind Hybrid project. Show less

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  Lightsource bp

  Oct 2017 - Feb 2019

  Manager

  Played a key role in assessing the projects of renewable companies for platform level investments by giving the recommendations on Yield improvements and Design aspects and Technical Due diligence for Asset acquisitions across India.Responsible engineer (design authority) for DC (Sizing & Selection of Modules, Inverters, Cables, SCB) &AC (Sizing and selection of Cables, Transformer, Busbar, Protection, Earthing & Grounding for exposed metallic parts, current-carrying conductors) engineering discipline and for completion of engineering assignments in accordance with the contractual requirements Show less

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  Vibrant Energy

  Mar 2019 - Oct 2019

  Senior Manager

  Due diligence of existing Project portfolio for Capacity expansion to increase the cumulative generation including Wind integration.Coordinating with O&M partner for resolving the technical issues like Inverter skid temperature rise, SMB Communication issues, Generation assessment, evaluating plant availability to reduce downtime and Evaluating the implementation of SVG from the existing Inverters to reduce monthly bills.Preparing technical specification for the electrical components starting from Module to HT Panel, reviewing drawings submitted by Contractor for its compliance with specification and commenting if deviations found. Show less

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  Sterling and Wilson

  Oct 2019 - now

  Senior Manager

  Responsible engineer (design authority) for DC (Sizing & Selection of Modules, Inverters, Cables, SCB) &AC (Sizing and selection of Cables, Transformer, Busbar, Protection, Earthing & Grounding for exposed metallic parts, current-carrying conductors) engineering discipline and for completion of engineering assignments.Sizing the Battery for BoL & EoL by considering the losses till the Point of ConnectionTechno-commercial Feasibility Studies using HOMER to arrive optimum sizing.BoQ optimization and sharing optimizations possible on Battery rack with OEMsArranging all technical documentation related to Private and Public tendersPreparation of RFQ documents for all major equipment (PCS inverters, Batteries, Containers, Cabinets, Transformers, Switchgears) for floating to vendors/sub-suppliers.Exposure to Africa,UK and Australia market requirementsDeveloped feasible layouts for BESS solutionsSubmitted approx.500MWh & 100MW of Hybrid and Storage tenders Show less