Prashanth Ramakrishnan, PE

Experience

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  Shriram EPC Limted

  Jul 2013 - Jul 2014

  Junior Engineer

  Planned, scheduled and coordinated detailed design phases of large-scale piping construction projects.Performed cost analysis and preliminary design on capital piping projects determining project scope, boundaries, time frame and possible complications to produce accurate estimates.

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  B&D Plastics LLC

  Jul 2016 - Jun 2019

  Staff Engineer

  Product design of large capacity (>60,000 gallons & 20’ Diameter) Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) tanks and vessels per ASME RTP-1, ASTM D3299 and ASTM D4097 standards.Performed Environmental Design Calculations (Seismic, Wind, Snow etc.) on structures using acclaimed codes such as ASCE 7-10 & IBC, to meet or exceed federal, state and local building codes.Prepared, reviewed and authorized project submittals such as technical bids, design calculations, drawings, in-process change requests, test reports, non-conformance reports (NCR), change orders etc.Assisted drafters in developing structural and mechanical design of products using computer-assisted design (CAD) software. Show less

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  Industrial Plastics Fabricators Ltd

  Sept 2019 - Jun 2021

  Mechanical Engineer

  Responsible for estimation, design and project engineering of fiberglass and plastic process equipment such as storage tanks, pressure vessel, air scrubbers, ventilation ducts, hoods and exhaust fans.Prepared and stamped design calculations consistent with recognized codes & industry standards such as ASME RTP-1, ASTM D4097, ACGIH Industrial Ventilation Manual, National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), CAN/CSA-S16-14 –Design of Steel Structures etc

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  Aclarus Ozone

  Jun 2021 - Oct 2022

  Design and Development Engineer

  Developed & Implemented ozone water treatment solutions for industrial markets encompassing verticals such as municipal wastewater, aquaponics, mining, groundwater & CIP.Actively involved in R&D work of large ozone generator units including product sourcing, optimization, standardization and market study.Assisted in the development of technical specifications of ozone water treatment systems to integrate into synergic solutions with ultra-filtration, Reverse osmosis, biological filtration etc.Advised industrial staff and maintenance personnel on SOP for ozone system operations Show less

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  Koch Separation Solutions

  Oct 2022 - Oct 2023

  Mechanical Engineer III

  Designed of compact skidded ion-exchange systems which was utilized as a chemical treatment solution for petrochemical and chemical processing clients.Developed and stamped detailed designs for pressure vessels, considering factors such as dimensions, materials, and structural integrity thereby ensuring its compliance with recognized codes such as ASME BVPC Section VIII Div. 1 &2, National Board, PED (europe) etc. Additionally, I had worked closely with process engineers to select appropriate materials for pressure vessel construction considering factors such as corrosion resistance, strength, and thermal properties.Worked with internal teams and external partners to effectively develop mechanical package for peripheral components such as control valves, piping, heat exchangers, regulators etc. which involved with working with the ERP software to specify work flow and material requisitioning. Show less

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  Aqua Metals, Inc.

  Oct 2023 - Aug 2024

  Staff Mechanical Engineer

  Actively involved in the planning, installation and commissioning of process equipment for a commercial scale Lithium Recycle facility. Consulted with third party contractors and engineering firms to coordinate the seismic design, industrial ventilation systems and indoor air quality controlsManaged product development from concept through production, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.Contributed to the development of detailed materials specifications & test plan for mechanical components such as piping, process pressure vessels for proper installations and safe operation. Show less

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  ChartWater™

  Sept 2024 - now

  Mechanical Engineer