Manu Rajesh Menon

• Participated in feasibility studies for use cases, including data analysis, validation, modeling, simulations, and testing under various conditions for multiple Smart Grid projects. These initiatives included LV Insights using AMI data, AI-based Alarm Management for SCADA, integration of renewable energy sources into the grid while maintaining stability, utility/microgrid scale Energy Storage Systems, distributed smart crew dispatch for Control Room Operations, and Virtual Power Plant development.
• Engaged with enterprise-level teams to fulfill research needs and objectives by collaborating with cross-functional groups of engineers, data scientists, and policy experts, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Communicated research findings, objectives, and challenges to business units to identify strategies and provide valuable development insights.
• Employed effective communication and problem-solving skills to tackle challenges, utilized data visualization tools like Visplore to enhance data analysis, and applied algorithms to collect data and predict potential outcomes.
• Maintained ongoing networking with industry-leading subject matter experts and innovative vendors to address challenges, understand emerging trends, and explore collaboration opportunities with the organization's R&D facility through proofs of concept and projects.
• Participated in leading industry conferences and trade shows, including ENLIT Europe '24, World Future Energy Summit '24, World Utilities Congress '24, and Utility Solar Show '24, presenting research and engaging in networking with industry experts.

• Acquired expertise in real-time network operations using SCADA and ADMS applications, as well as network analysis for decision support during outages.
• Implemented multiple projects, including testing and commissioning of Smart Grid Automation initiatives.
• Supported O&M field crews during emergency outages while strictly adhering to Health, Safety, and Environment procedures.
• Executed project tasks under supervision, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Engaged in continuous learning across various engineering disciplines through hands-on experience.
• Collaborated with colleagues on project tasks and communicated effectively for seamless handover.
• Contributed ideas and insights during engineering team meetings.
• Worked with the Emergency Response team to restore systems in the field.

Intern supporting cross-functional teams for clients ABB and Siemens, contributing to switchgear and layout designs, as well as assembly, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of HV electrical panels for major oil and power projects.