Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Personal Information
Timeline
Generic
Gopalakrishna Vetsa

Gopalakrishna Vetsa

Dubai

Summary

Dynamic Lead Engineer with a solid foundation in managing multifaceted engineering projects and driving efficiency improvements. With 20 years of experience, I am recognized for strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and effective team communication. Achievements include streamlining processes and cultivating teamwork to enhance productivity. Analytical capabilities and a collaborative focus contribute to successful results in high-pressure settings.

Experience in ADNOC and Saudi Aramco projects.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer

McDermott
Dubai
09.2019 - Current
  • Executed main projects such as MARJAN GOSP-4, ADNOC NS-CRUDE, and NOC QATAR.
  • Managed engineering efforts as Lead Engineer, directing both project scope and technical designs.
  • Tracked project milestones to guarantee adherence to timelines and budget limits.
  • Supervised a team of engineers responsible for executing design tasks during project phases.
  • Created electrical power system concepts along with detailed designs for substations and networks.
  • Executed precise calculations to optimize load distribution across motor control centers and switchgears.
  • Delivered complete network designs from 230kV GIS to final power panel configurations efficiently.
  • Performed accurate sizing calculations for transformers, cables, and switchgears.
  • Executed subsea cable calculations in line with system operational requirements.
  • Conducted ETAP studies for validation of designs and ensured compliance through Arc flash analysis.
  • Collaborated with third parties on EMTP study reviews while involving clients in discussions.
  • Provided mentorship and technical support to junior engineers within the team.

Electrical Engineer (Offshore/Onshore)

TechnipFMC
Kuala Lumpur
01.2013 - 08.2019
  • Supported major projects including SK316-NC3 Offshore Gas Field and RAPID Onshore Refinery of 200MW
  • Prepared single line diagrams, specifications, and data sheets for 6.6 kV and 400 V switchgear and transformers.
  • Reviewed electrical equipment vendor drawings for mechanical packages, ensuring compliance with specifications.
  • Coordinated across disciplines to facilitate Package Inspection and Testing (FAT).
  • Conducted detailed reviews of motor drawings, control wiring schematics, and starter wiring diagrams.
  • Executed protection and overcurrent relay coordination using ETAP software.
  • Evaluated vendor drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment layouts for 275 kV and 33 kV GIS switchgear.
  • Performed load flow, short circuit, harmonics, motor starting, and transient stability studies for 800 MW RAPID power system using ETAP.

Senior Engineer, Promoted to Assistant Manager

TATA consulting Engineers LTD
Mumbai
04.2010 - 11.2012
  • Delivered key projects including Manifa Substation, Oman India Fertilizer Company, and CAIRN Energy Limited.
  • Modeling of one-and-a-half breaker scheme GIS substation, transmission line, and cables in ATP and PSCAD/EMTDC.
  • Insulation coordination and transient overvoltage study for the 380 kV Manifa substation located in Saudi Arabia.
  • System studies, including load flow and transient stability, are performed using ETAP software.
  • Review of the relay settings and relay coordination for the Mangala Processing Terminal (MPT) of Cairn Energy India Limited, located in Barmer, Rajasthan.

Application Engineer (Power system)

KLG Systel Limited
Mumbai
07.2006 - 03.2010
  • Power System Studies using ETAP and PSCAD.

Assistant Professor - Electrical Department

Aditya college of Engineering
Kakinada
01.2004 - 07.2006

Education

Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

JNTU University
Hyderabad, Kakinada
06.2004

Std-12 (Intermediate Board of Education) -

Santinekethan Junior College
Ramachandrapuram
06.2000

Std-10 (State Board of Secondary Education) -

Sunshine English Medium High school
Ramachandrapuram
06.1998

Skills

  • ETAP and PSCAD software skills
  • SKM and ATP expertise
  • SIGRA familiarity
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Development and training strategies
  • Critical analysis

Certification

  • Chartered engineer and member of the Institution of Engineers (India)

Personal Information

  • Citizenship: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Lead Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer

McDermott
09.2019 - Current

Electrical Engineer (Offshore/Onshore)

TechnipFMC
01.2013 - 08.2019

Senior Engineer, Promoted to Assistant Manager

TATA consulting Engineers LTD
04.2010 - 11.2012

Application Engineer (Power system)

KLG Systel Limited
07.2006 - 03.2010

Assistant Professor - Electrical Department

Aditya college of Engineering
01.2004 - 07.2006

Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

JNTU University

Std-12 (Intermediate Board of Education) -

Santinekethan Junior College

Std-10 (State Board of Secondary Education) -

Sunshine English Medium High school
Gopalakrishna Vetsa