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MUKESH KAPADIYA

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

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Mechanical Engineer with 15+ years of experience in thermal power plant operations across Ultra Supercritical (4 × 660 MW), Supercritical (6 × 660 MW), and Subcritical (4 × 300 MW) generating units. Experienced in CCR/DCS operation, Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) operation, unit start-up & shutdown, synchronization, load management, process monitoring, alarm handling, operational troubleshooting, and plant safety. Strong knowledge of PTW, LOTO, HSE compliance, and coordination with field operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient power generation

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years of professional experience

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General Duty Assistant (Field & Desk Operation)

NOMAC Gulf Coal Energy LLC (4 × 660 MW)

Dubai, UAE

2022.04 - 2026.07

Support Boiler CCR (DCS) operations by monitoring critical process parameters, responding to operational deviations, and coordinating field activities to maintain safe, stable, and efficient unit operation.
Perform Boiler Desk operations during relief periods, supporting unit start-up, shutdown, load changes, operational monitoring, and troubleshooting in coordination with CCR operators.
Independently manage field operations for Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems during assigned shifts, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation.
Execute field operations during unit start-up, shutdown, synchronization, load changes, equipment changeover, and emergency operating conditions under CCR (DCS) direction.
Operate and monitor critical plant systems, including ID/FD/PA fans, coal mills, feedwater, condensate, fuel oil, cooling water, WFGD, and SCR systems, identifying operational abnormalities and initiating timely corrective actions.
Execute PTW, LOTO, equipment isolation, restoration, operational switching, and field verification in compliance with plant operating procedures and HSE requirements.
Support commissioning of 3 out of 4 × 660 MW Ultra Supercritical generating units, including system restoration, boiler light-up, unit start-up, synchronization, performance testing, and commercial operation.
Support Annual Overhauls (AOH) and planned shutdowns, including unit shutdown, equipment restoration, plant start-up, and safe return to commercial operation.
Coordinate with CCR operators and Mechanical, Electrical, and C&I teams to execute operational, commissioning, and shutdown activities while maintaining compliance with SOPs and HSE standards.

Assistant Manager (Desk Operator)

NTPC GE Power Services Pvt. Ltd. (4 × 300 MW)

Korba, India

2021.11 - 2022.03

Operated 4 × 300 MW generating units from Central Control Room (CCR) using Distributed Control System (DCS), ensuring safe and efficient plant operation.
Controlled and monitored Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems during normal and emergency operating conditions.
Executed unit start-up, shutdown, synchronization, load changes, equipment changeover, and operational switching in accordance with plant operating procedures.
Monitored critical process parameters and responded promptly to alarms, trips, and operational abnormalities to maintain unit reliability.
Coordinated with field operators and Mechanical, Electrical, and C&I teams during equipment isolation, commissioning, restoration, and maintenance while ensuring compliance with PTW, LOTO, SOPs, and HSE requirements

Senior Engineer (CCR/Desk Operation)

Reliance Power Limited (6 × 660 MW)

Sasan, India

2021.08 - 2021.11

Operated 6 × 660 MW Supercritical generating units through CCR (DCS) and field operations, ensuring safe, stable, and efficient plant operation.
Executed unit start-up, shutdown, synchronization, load changes, soot blowing, and equipment changeover in accordance with plant operating procedures.
Monitored critical process parameters and responded promptly to alarms, trips, and operational abnormalities to maintain unit reliability.
Coordinated with field operators and Mechanical, Electrical, and C&I teams during equipment isolation, operational restoration, and planned maintenance activities.
Maintained compliance with PTW, LOTO, SOPs, HSE standards, and emergency operating procedures, ensuring safe and uninterrupted plant operation.

Associate Engineer (Field & Desk Operation)

Adani Power Rajasthan Limited (2 × 660 MW)

Baran, India

2012.07 - 2021.08

Supported Boiler Desk (CCR/DCS) operations alongside Senior DCS Operators, monitoring critical process parameters, supporting unit start-up, shutdown, load changes, alarm handling, and coordinating field activities to maintain safe and stable unit operation.
Performed field operations for Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation.
Executed unit start-up, shutdown, synchronization, load changes, soot blowing, equipment changeover, and emergency operating procedures in accordance with plant operating standards.
Operated and monitored APH, ID/FD/PA fans, coal mills, burners, soot blowers, feedwater, condensate, fuel oil, and other BTG/BOP auxiliary systems, identifying operational abnormalities and initiating timely corrective actions.
Executed PTW, LOTO, equipment isolation, restoration, operational switching, and field verification during routine operations, planned shutdowns, and maintenance activities.
Participated in Boiler commissioning, including hydro testing, system restoration, unit start-up, synchronization, and performance testing.
Contributed to commissioning and operation of Micro Oil Ignition System (MOIS), supporting boiler modifications to reduce fuel oil consumption during unit start-up.
Operated 25 Nm³/hr Hydrogen Generation Plant through field and desk operations, ensuring reliable hydrogen production, purification, storage, and distribution for generator cooling.
Participated in commissioning of 25 Nm³/hr Hydrogen Generation Plant, supporting system testing, start-up, and operational readiness.
Coordinated with CCR operators and Mechanical, Electrical, and C&I teams during routine operations, Annual Overhauls (AOH), shutdowns, and emergency situations while maintaining compliance with SOPs and HSE standards.

Quality Assurance Engineer

M&M Tractor Company

Nagpur, India

2009.07 - 2011.11

Performed dimensional inspection and quality verification of mechanical components in accordance with engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
Conducted quality inspections using precision measuring instruments and maintained inspection documentation.
Collaborated with production teams to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.