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George Koshy

George Koshy

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

An experienced Procurement Engineer with over five years of expertise in procurement operations and electrical design support within the switchgear industry. Highly skilled in cost management, vendor relations, and cross-functional collaboration to drive project success and ensure supply chain efficiency.

Completed training in Ex-05 – IECEx Personnel Competency Scheme for hazardous areas.

Trained in the following IECEx competency units: Ex 001, Ex 003, Ex 004, Ex 005, Ex 006, Ex 007, Ex 008, and Ex 009, covering selection, installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of Ex equipment in accordance with IEC standards

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Procurement engineer

Al Ghandi Switch Gears Industry
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
08.2019 - Current

Main Responsibilities :-

  • Managing job openings and coordinating resource allocation.
  • Overseeing procurement processes, including issuing purchase orders and material acquisition.
  • Preparing and processing invoices efficiently to ensure accurate billing and timely payments.

Additional Responsibilities :-

  • Oversaw installation, testing and commissioning of engineering systems to meet performance and safety requirements.
  • Performed comprehensive testing of Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, ensuring compliance with design specifications, functional performance, and safety standards.
  • Executed the commissioning of Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) panels, validating seamless switching operations and system reliability under various load conditions.
  • Participated in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for LV switchgear assemblies, including phase sequence verification, insulation resistance testing, and High Voltage (HV) testing to confirm equipment readiness for site deployment.
  • Involved in Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) of LV switchgear panels, conducting inspections, functional checks, and corrective actions to ensure ongoing performance and reduce risk of electrical failures.
  • Utilized a range of electrical testing instruments, including Clamp meters, Digital multimeters, High voltage testers, Secondary injection kits for Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs), and Torque wrenches, to ensure proper functionality, calibration, and compliance with safety standards.
  • Assisted in the design and layout of electrical panels using AutoCAD, based on client-approved load schedules, ensuring accurate component selection and compliance with technical standards.
  • Performed hands-on panel assembly during site training, including wiring, clamping, and crimping of flexible cables using proper tools and personal protective equipment (PPE), in accordance with workshop safety procedures.
  • Supported panel cost estimation by analyzing client-approved load schedules and preparing bill of materials (BOM), contributing to accurate budgeting and project planning.

In Detail :-

  • Procurement Operations: Manage the issuance of purchase orders and material flow based on project specifications, ensuring consistent supply chain effectiveness.
  • Cost Management: Optimize project resource allocation and costs by planning procurement according to detailed costing summaries.
  • Billing & Invoicing: Handle Proforma Invoices and ensure accuracy in job billing, meeting customer payment terms to maintain project cash flow.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with design, finance, and project teams to align on material specifications and requirements.
  • Electrical Design Support: Coordinate the procurement of custom electrical components to meet project design needs, assisting with schematic interpretation.
  • Supplier Relations: Monitor and maintain vendor performance and relationships; negotiate contracts for optimal quality and cost.
  • ERP & Compliance: Utilize ERP tools for procurement tracking, ensuring transparency, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics

Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani
08.2015 - 07.2019

Skills

  • BOM management
  • High-value project management
  • ERP software knowledge
  • Procurement schedule maintenance
  • Microsoft Excel


Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
French
Elementary
Malayalam
Native

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Chess
  • Travelling

Timeline

Procurement engineer

Al Ghandi Switch Gears Industry
08.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics

Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani
08.2015 - 07.2019
George Koshy