ARUNPRASAD BALASUBRAMANIAN
Herzogenaurach
Summary
Automation professional with strong foundation in developing and managing automated systems to drive productivity and efficiency. Recognized for ability to design innovative solutions and optimize existing processes. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to evolving project requirements. Proficient in Troubleshooting , system integration, and problem-solving.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automation Engineer
Siemens Energy
06.2023 - Current
- Involved in Automation Teststands for Elyzer P300 that was Build in Denmark , Juelich and Berlin
- Worked closely with vendors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality automation components while adhering to budget constraints.
- Supported Service Engineering with Trouble Shooting and technical support.
- Worked closely with secondary electrical ,process and safety departments for wiring and instrumentation topics.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts to resolve complex issues related to automated equipment performance.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes and deliverables in automation projects.
Lead Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Linde Engineering
04.2018 - 01.2023
- Engaged in Kick-off Meeting, Project Planning, Basic & Detail Engineering & Procurement of Instrumentation.
- Accomplished Inspection, FAT, and Commissioning for various Air Separation and Adsorption plants
- Conducted thorough FATs both at Cabinet and Skid Manufacturer to ensure the quality before shipping to the client.
- 15 % Travel for Pre Commissioning of Projects at Various Sites.(Kuwait,Russia,Czech Republic,Saudi Arabia,Africa )
- Selected Hardware for Automation Systems
- Designed and implemented instrumentation systems for complex industrial processes.
- Conducted thorough testing and calibration of measurement instruments to ensure accuracy.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to resolve instrumentation and Control system issues, improving system uptime.
- Managed procurement process for instrumentation and Control system components, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products within budget constraints.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with engineering standards and client requirements.
- Final Documentation approval for site activities (Hooks ups,Datasheets,Certificates ,,etc)
- Evaluated and selected control hardware/software to enhance operational efficiency.
Controls System Engineer
AF Global Corporation (Subsidiary of National Oil well Varco)
06.2014 - 12.2017
- Designing a Control system for Operating and Testing of MPD(Managed Pressure Drilling).
- Identifying Suppliers for the required Control equipment and Ordering parts.
- Function Testing & Commissioning of the control devices with PLC and SCADA systems.
- Creating FAT(Factory Acceptance Test) procedures for various skids in the operations.
- Accomplished SIT(System Integration Test) Witness Test with Customer and DNV
- Traveling to Oil rig platforms and workshops abroad for Project Completion.
Maintenance Engineer
Wieland Group
03.2011 - 08.2014
- Lead Automation line/machine projects.
- Leading a Team of three Assistant engineers in engaging them for proactive maintenance.
- Guide shift engineers in troubleshooting Machine breakdown (24 hrs standby support).
- Spare Parts Management worth of three million dollars for Plant Maintenance.
- Conduct Preventive Maintenance, Condition Based Maintenance and Time Based Maintenance.
- Creating Calibration procedures for critical devices in the plant.
- Implementing process improvement projects.
- Accomplished cost saving and process efficiency by change in control logics.
Maintenance Engineer
Tetra Pak
03.2009 - 04.2011
- Responsible for troubleshooting any electrical line breakdowns(24 hr Support).
- Process Analysis of the everyday machine performance.
- Organising meeting to analyse the machine failures and implementing the solution.
- Responsible for weekly meetings to plan for preventive maintenance.
- Responsible for any safety related projects.
- Co-ordination with suppliers for newly implemented projects.
- Performing Quarterly,Half-yearly and yearly maintenance of the production lines.
- Spare parts maintenance using SAP Software
Education
Master of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Control & Automation
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore07.2008
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Anna University
Chennai 07.2006
Skills
- Siemens PLC PCS7,TIA,Step 7
- Siemens Wincc ,Zenon
- PC Hardware and Software
- SAP
- Siemens Comos
- Citrix Workspace Tools
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of Various Adsorption and ASU plants
- Documented and resolved Client requirements which led to Final completion of projects.
- Trained team of 10 staff members in brazil,india and Canada to create Datasheets and create work flows through Siemens Comos system
- Ensured the Quality of Cabinets and Skids by regular FATs at the vendor site.
Certification
- Certificate of Cyber Security Linde Jan 2021 - Present
- Code of Business Integrity Linde Feb 2020 - Present
- Operate Hydraulic Systems Festo Jul 2015 - Present
- Advanced Pneumatic Control system Festo Sep 2011 - Present
- Siemens Wincc Basic Course Siemens Aug 2014 - Present
- Programmable Logic Control Technocrat Apr 2011 - Present Siemens S7300,400 ,TIA,Melsec ,Omron CX
Languages
German
English
Tamil
Timeline
Automation Engineer
Siemens Energy
06.2023 - Current
Lead Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Linde Engineering
04.2018 - 01.2023
Controls System Engineer
AF Global Corporation (Subsidiary of National Oil well Varco)
06.2014 - 12.2017
Maintenance Engineer
Wieland Group
03.2011 - 08.2014
Maintenance Engineer
Tetra Pak
03.2009 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Control & Automation
Nanyang Technological University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Anna University
References
Kareem, Ameen, kareem.aameen@gmail.com, +17137489746, National Oil well Varco
Hobbies and Interests
Beach Volleyball, Billiards, Badminton
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