Devandhiran Subramanian
AL Khobar
Summary
Electrical Engineer with extensive expertise in planning, designing, and implementing advanced electrical systems. Proven record of managing large-scale projects and leading cross-functional teams to drive project success. Achievements include significant enhancements in system efficiency, operational cost reductions, and elevated performance metrics. Core competencies encompass problem-solving, technical proficiency, and a steadfast commitment to safety standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Electrical Engineer
Gas Arabian Services
06.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented electrical systems for Master Gas Expansion Phase 3 pipeline projects, including motor control centers, power supplies, and control panels.
- Skilled at the preparation of electrical equipment data sheets and sizing of various electrical equipment, such as HT/LT switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, HRG, HV/LV transformers, diesel generators, AC/DC UPS load profiles, lighting, and small power distribution panels/boards.
- Preparation of engineering design drawings and technical specifications, as per client requirements, meeting the project schedules.
- Supervised hazardous area installations, maintaining strict compliance with IEC, and NEC standards.
- Prepare and review HCIS-related design packages, ensuring coordination with the HCIS contractor, and ISSD.
- Preparation of MR, TQ, and TBE, along with vendor NMR evaluation for various electrical equipment.
- Interconnection Wiring Diagram / Electrical Cable Block Diagram
- Provided troubleshooting and analysis for discovered electrical faults, offering potential solutions.
- Evaluated electrical systems, products, components, and applications by applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
Lead Electrical Engineer
Abahsain Consolidated Co. for Energy and Power ltd.
Al Khobar
05.2016 - 06.2024
- Spearheaded the comprehensive planning, coordination, and supervision of project execution and commissioning activities as lead engineer, encompassing power plants, substations, and industrial operations.
- Design and Review - 380/230/115/132 kV Air Insulated Substation, Gas Insulated Substation, and Underground Cable Transmission Systems, Transition Areas - New and Retrofit Projects.
- Developed and implemented innovative electrical systems and solutions, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of engineering projects.
- Effectively oversaw high-voltage installations in the brownfield downstream oil and gas sector, orchestrating comprehensive electrical engineering projects.
- Managed the entire lifecycle from design conceptualization, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring flawless execution.
- Ensured that the Material Take-off and Material Requisition were in accordance with all applicable standards and specifications.
- In the event of any deviation from established standards during project execution, promptly identify the affected scope of work, initiate measures to mitigate the issue, and, if the deviation is significant, raise a Technical Query (TQ) for approval from relevant stakeholders.
- Mastering efficient project delivery on time and within budget, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards through strong stakeholder collaboration.
- Exhibited proficiency in utilizing the Quality Management Information System (QMIS) to optimize project quality control measures.
- Evaluated electrical systems, products, components, and applications by applying knowledge of electricity and materials
- Collaborated with project managers and other engineering teams to optimize project execution.
- Optimized current electrical systems to improve efficiency and reduce power consumption.
- Executed detailed electrical design drawings and coordinated system specifications.
- Analysed system needs, capacity, and performance to meet project requirements.
Senior Testing and Commissioning Engineer
Resonance Power Systems Pvt ltd
Chennai
08.2013 - 03.2016
- Worked with diverse clients, including L&T India, Dalmia Cements, GMR Mumbai, and Torrent Power
- Conducted comprehensive testing and commissioning of electrical equipment, ranging from 415V to 400KV systems
- Executed testing on components like CT, P.T., CVT, LA, circuit breakers, power transformers, and more
- Proficient in a variety of protective relays such as overcurrent, overvoltage, earth fault, and motor protection
- Identified and resolved equipment breakdowns using troubleshooting techniques
- Managed project reviews, test report submissions, cable schedule creation, and status monitoring for stakeholders and clients
Assistant Engineer
T & C Engineers Pvt Ltd
Chennai
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Conducted testing on all electrical equipment, including CT, VT, circuit breakers, and protective relays
- Led the commissioning of electrical substations at various voltage ranges, such as 230KV, 110KV, and 11KV
- Checked various switchgear panel schemes and effectively troubleshooted during breakdowns
Education
Bachelor's degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
India
04.2012
Skills
- Project management
- Electrical design
- Switchgear knowledge
- High-voltage installations
- Power distribution
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Project coordination
- Electrical maintenance
- Substation design
- Pipeline construction
- Oil and Gas
- Substation automation
- Testing and commissioning
Affiliations
- I received an appreciation certificate from Saudi Aramco in recognition of my outstanding and significant contribution to the Capital Project BI-10-2021, titled 'Replacement of Electrical Equipment at Aindar GOSP-1 & Shedgum GOSP-2,3.'
Accomplishments
- Replacement of Electrical Equipment in Aindar GOSP-1, Shedgum GOSP 2 & 3 - Saudi Aramco — Feb 2022 - Nov2023
- Saudi Electricity Company / Aindar Sub -30/Saudi Arabia — Jul 2019 - Jan 2022
- Saudi Electricity Company / Ainmurjan 115/13.8kV SS -1/Saudi Arabia — Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
- Saudi Electricity Company / Faisaliah 115/13.8kV SS -1 / Saudi Arabia. — May 2016 - Jul 2018
- Dalmia cement Plant / India - Jun, 2014 - Dec, 2015 — Jun 2014 - Dec 2015
Testing
Certification
Engineering Accreditation - Saudi Council of Engineers — Jun 2016 - Jul 2025
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Lead Electrical Engineer
Gas Arabian Services
06.2024 - Current
Lead Electrical Engineer
Abahsain Consolidated Co. for Energy and Power ltd.
05.2016 - 06.2024
Senior Testing and Commissioning Engineer
Resonance Power Systems Pvt ltd
08.2013 - 03.2016
Assistant Engineer
T & C Engineers Pvt Ltd
06.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor's degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
India
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