Viswanathan Padmanaban

Experience

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  Seshasayee Paper & Boards Limited

  Jun 2016 - May 2020

  Officer-Control Systems

  • Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of automation and control systems across large-scale operations, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and uptime.• Lead the automation and instrumentation efforts for complex systems, including 5 Paper Ma-chines (440 TPD, 460 TPD), RDH Pulp Mill, Water Treatment Plant, Wet Lap/Pulp Dryer, Co-Gen Power Plant (23 MW), and Soda Recovery Boiler (21 MW).• Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement of plant automation, instrumentation, and overall system performance.• Monitor and troubleshoot complex automation issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance across all units.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, design, and implement automation solutions that meet business and operational objectives.• Ensure the seamless integration of new automation technologies and systems into existing operations, improving efficiency and safety.• Conduct regular system diagnostics and performance assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.• Maintain and optimize control systems for critical plant processes, enhancing productivity, energy efficiency, and environmental compliance.• Train and mentor team members on best practices for automation, troubleshooting, and system optimization. Show less

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  ABB

  May 2020 - now

  • Implement Automation Solutions: Develop and deliver automation systems to improve efficiency and product quality in Pulp & Paper and Food industries.• Lead Projects: Manage the execution of automation projects, ensuring they are completed on time and meet client needs.• DCS & System Commissioning: Set up and configure DCS, PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for industrial applications.• Technical Support & Maintenance: Provide troubleshooting and servicing for Food industry automation, Geothermal VSDs, and Process control panels.• Preventive Maintenance: Identify and fix potential equipment issues to reduce downtime and improve system reliability.• Process Panel Design & System Setup: Design and install process control panels for various industrial applications.• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Follow industry safety standards and cybersecurity best practices to protect systems and data. Show less • Lead software and hardware engineering for Paper Machine Drives Control Systems and Winder Drives Control Systems, including commissioning and troubleshooting.• Design system architecture, develop, test, and deploy application programs, HMI, and control logic to meet customer specifications.• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), ensuring system performance aligns with client expectations.• Develop customized libraries and automation solutions tailored to paper machines and winders for optimized performance.• Actively participate in Kick-off Meetings, Basic Design Meetings, and Detailed Design Meetings, ensuring alignment with project goals.• Implement safety functions and standards in accordance with OEM guidelines and industry regulations.• Oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring performance targets and client requirements are met.• Ensure health and safety compliance on-site by enforcing safety plans, conducting Safety Observation Tours, and leading Safety Tool Meetings. Show less

  • Technical Service Engineer

    Apr 2023 - now

  • Project Engineer - Process Automation

    May 2020 - Apr 2023