Ragu Sivakumaran

Experience

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  PepsiCo - Frito Lay

  Jan 2009 - Apr 2009

  Quality and Technical Assistant

  Retrieved and analyzed product quality metrics such as consumer complaints and seasoning data, evaluated product and employee performance, and discussed the implications of the findings with the plant management team. Conducted a study into the effect of salting methods on the product quality and consistency in order to support the commissioning of a new salting process.

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  Health Canada

  Sept 2009 - Dec 2009

  Environmental Health Research Assistant

  Performed extensive scientific literature searches on environmental and human health topics; created a literature database and summarized articles for future reference on indoor dust exposure, anthropogenic sources of dioxins and furans. Engaged in risk communication training, stakeholder forums, and public involvement activities. Participated in site visits to a federal contaminated site and a radon detector deployments.

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  Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA)

  May 2010 - Aug 2010

  ChemTRAC Technical Specialist

  Analyzed client sites and processes to assist companies in maintaining compliance with the City of Toronto’s chemical use by-law; provided support to over 25 industrial clients, both small and large. Focused on clients’ needs to identify and quantify on-site use and release of priority substances; mitigated client specific issues by following City of Toronto protocols. Collected comprehensive facility information, compiled data and presented to the City of Toronto for future planning and enforcement of municipal environmental legislation. Show less

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  Energy Profiles Limited

  Jan 2011 - Apr 2011

  Junior Energy Analyst

  Executed comprehensive energy audits of industrial clients with senior colleagues; compiled and analyzed building and energy data in audit reports in order for clients to attain energy efficiency certifications. Performed third party evaluation of applications for energy incentive programs through pre and post-installation site visits and review and validation of engineering calculations.

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  University of Waterloo

  Sept 2011 - Dec 2011

  Academic Assistant

  Provided academic support for courses and independently conducted tutorials and review sessions based on engineering curriculum and students' needs. Facilitated the creation and activities of the Student Council; acted as a liaison between students and administration.Supported extra needs students to through additional learning opportunities and one-on-one mentoring sessions.

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  Environment Canada

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Research Assistant

  Processed 3000L of bulk tailings pond samples from Alberta’s oil sands operations by extracting, purifying and reconstituting organic acids for further study into the environmental effect of bitumen extraction. Identified the need for improved extraction efficiency of desired acids; designed and executed an exploratory study into the effect of sand concentration on acid extraction process.

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  Kinectrics

  Jun 2014 - Apr 2023

  Led the engineering change control process and ensured client procedural requirements for design, review, acceptance and station interface were met for 8 crane replacement projects.Developed design requirements and technical specifications; attended 4 factory acceptance tests at vendor locations to ensure that crane design and performance met client expectations.Reviewed crane vendor drawings, facilitated client stakeholder engagement and interfaced with the crane vendors to ensure feedback on design, operability, maintainability and safety were incorporated. Recognized by the client for coordinating resources from various disciplines to accommodate expedited design timelines and urgent installation support. Show less Successfully conducted a conceptual engineering study to recommend optimal design options for a first of a kind isotope production system to be installed in Bruce Power’s CANDU nuclear reactors. Established comprehensive design requirements for the new system by considering commercial production targets, interfacing systems and structures, and codes & standards while prioritizing nuclear and worker safety. Recognized for preparing high quality design plans, component technical specifications, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and regulatory communications as an integral member of the project team throughout the design phases.Applied the relevant pressure boundary codes and standards including CSA N285.0, ASME BPVC Section III and ASME B30.1. Show less Coordinated over 20 projects encompassing over 100 equipment through various phases of design, installation, and closeout; modification scope included instrumentation, valves, pumps, and industrial safety.Collaborated with work management (schedule), supply chain (materials), operations (clearance orders and work protection), engineering (design and permits), maintenance, and construction groups to expediently resolve project issues. Provided oversight for outage installations which included critical path work. Show less

  • Team Lead - Crane Replacements, Mechanical Design

    Jun 2017 - Apr 2023

  • Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Design

    Apr 2017 - Apr 2023

  • Field Team Lead, Bruce Power Site

    Feb 2016 - Apr 2017

  • Graduate Trainee (Rotational Program)

    Jun 2014 - Feb 2016
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  PALLAS

  Jun 2022 - now

  • Lead Reactor Process Systems Engineer

    Jun 2023 - now

  • Reactor Process Systems Engineer

    Jun 2022 - Jun 2023