PRAKASH MANI

The project involves design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical and instrumentation systems for the Central Utilities Plant including power generation, desalination, and utility systems.

• Steam Turbine Unit with Steam & Feedwater Systems
• Steam Generator System
• Cooling Water & Auxiliary Systems
• Seawater Intake & Screening Plant
• Water Treatment System
• Reverse Osmosis Desalination Plant
• Potable Water & Post-Treatment System
• Waste Water Treatment System
• Electrical Systems and Associated Works
• Instrumentation & Control Systems
• Plant Interconnection Works
• Utility Substation Systems

• HV, MV, LV Power Distribution Systems
• Power Transformers and Auxiliary Transformers
• MV & LV Switchgear
• Bus Ducts (SPB & NSPB)
• DC System (Battery, Charger, UPS, Inverter, DC-DC Converter)
• Emergency Power Supply System
• Lighting & Small Power System
• Earthing & Lightning Protection System
• Fire Alarm & Detection System
• Reactive Power Compensation System
• Power, Control & Instrument Cables
• Cable Tray & Containment System
• Cathodic Protection System
• Electrical System Studies (Load Flow, Short Circuit, Relay Coordination, Arc Flash, Harmonics, Motor Starting Study, etc.)

• 220kV GIS Switchgear
• 33kV GIS Switchgear
• Power Transformers (80/100 MVA)
• 33/11kV Utility Transformers
• 33/0.415kV Auxiliary Transformers
• 11/0.415kV Auxiliary Transformers
• Generator Step-up Transformer (with OLTC & AVR)
• 48V DC Power Supply System
• Substation Control & Monitoring System (SCMS)
• SCADA Integration (LDC / NCC / ECC)
• Cyber Security System
• Fault Monitoring System (FMS)
• Power Quality Monitoring System (PQMS)
• Telecommunication System
• 220kV Cable and Accessories
• MV, LV, Control & Fiber Optic Cables
• Lighting & Small Power System
• Earthing & Lightning Protection System
• HVAC System for Substation Building
• Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting System
• Monorail Hoist System

• Planned and scheduled electrical activities according to project baseline schedule.
• Prepared weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly progress reports to track project status and facilitate stakeholder communication.
• Resource planning including manpower, materials, and tools.
• Coordination with client, consultant, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Monitoring project progress and ensuring completion within schedule and budget.
• Arranging work permits and access approvals for TRANSCO / ADDC / ADNOC / TAQA substations.
• Supporting commercial team for monthly invoice and progress certification.

• Reviewed and approved shop drawings, method statements, and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Coordination with engineering consultant for drawing approvals and design changes.
• Review of equipment specifications and datasheets.
• Ensuring installation as per approved drawings and project specifications.
• Knowledge of different ratings of Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors, and GIS equipment.

• Installation of 220kV & 33kV GIS Switchgear and Bay Units.
• Installation of Power Transformers and Auxiliary Transformers.
• MV, LV, and Control Cable laying, glanding, termination, and cable jointing works.
• Installation of Earthing System and Busbar Welding.
• Cable tray, conduit, lighting, and small power installation.
• Installation of DC system, battery, and charger system.
• Coordination with subcontractors for site execution activities.
• Material inspection and site material management.

• Prepared and submitted inspection test plans (ITP) to outline quality assurance procedures and standards.
• Preparation of WIR (Work Inspection Request).
• Preparation of MIR (Material Inspection Request).
• Preparation of RFI (Request for Inspection).
• Maintaining QA/QC documents and inspection records.
• As-built drawing preparation and document submission.

• Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) witness for GIS, Transformers, Switchgear, Panels, Batteries, etc.
• Coordination with client for factory inspections and approvals.
• Review of FAT reports and compliance with specifications.

• IR Testing of HV, MV, LV Cables.
• Transformer testing (IR, Winding Resistance, Ratio Test, Vector Group, etc.).
• GIS testing and functional checks.
• Contact resistance test for busbar and joints.
• Relay testing and protection coordination.
• SCADA and control system checking.
• Energization and commissioning support.
• Preparation of commissioning reports and handover documents.

• Preparation of handover documents.
• Submission of test reports and as-built drawings.
• Hand over of special tools and spare parts as per contract.
• Final project handover to client

Completed Projects – ADNOC Group Projects Client: ADNOC / BOROUGE / GASCO / ADCO / RUWAIS REFINERY / TECNIMONT Major Completed Projects Role & Responsibilities – Senior Electrical Engineer (EPC/Subcontractor) Project Coordination Engineering & Documentation Site Execution Testing & Pre-Commissioning Material & Inspection Project Management Support HSE Compliance

• Coordinate with EPC contractor, client, consultant, vendors, and subcontractors for project execution.
• Attend project meetings and resolve technical and site issues.
• Coordinate shutdown works and tie-in activities in brownfield projects.
• Review drawings, method statements, and material submittals.
• Prepare MIR, WIR, RFI, ITP, Method Statements, Risk Assessment documents.
• Ensure work executed as per approved drawings and project specifications.
• Supervise installation of LV/MV panels, switchgear, VSD panels, transformers, lighting, fire alarm, and instrumentation systems.
• Cable laying, glanding, termination, and testing works.
• Installation in hazardous area (Ex-proof equipment installation).
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and safety requirements.
• IR testing of cables and panels.
• Continuity and functional testing.
• Loop checking for instrumentation.
• Pre-commissioning of electrical and instrumentation panels.
• Support commissioning team during energization.
• Material receiving inspection and documentation.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and site inspections.
• Coordinate with client for inspection approvals.
• Planning daily and weekly work activities.
• Prepare progress reports and site updates.
• Monitor subcontractor progress and productivity.
• Support project team for progress billing and work completion reports.
• Ensure all works are carried out as per HSE standards and permit-to-work system.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety coordination with site team

Owner: Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC)
EPC Contractors:

• Técnicas Reunidas / Sinopec / Hanwha (JV)
• Hyundai / Saipem / Eiffage (JV)

Project Type: New Refinery Project (Onshore & Offshore Substations)
Role: Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer
Scope: Electrical Construction & Installation Works – Substations & Refinery Facilities

• Installation of Power Transformers
• Installation of MV & LV Switchgear Panels
• Installation of Capacitor Banks
• Installation of SMDBs and DBs
• Installation of LBDs and LV Panels
• Cable containment installation (Cable tray, trunking, conduit)
• MV & LV cable laying, glanding, and termination
• Substation Lighting and Small Power System installation
• Installation of High Mast Lighting, Street Lighting, and Pole Lights
• Yard UPS System Installation
• Installation of Access Control, CCTV, and Network System
• Data containment and structured cabling for Reefer Gantry System
• Patch panel installation and data cabling works
• Preparation of Red Mark Drawings and As-Built Drawings

• Supervision of complete substation electrical installation works.
• Installation of transformers, MV/LV panels, capacitor banks, SMDBs, DBs, and LBDs.
• Execution of MV & LV cable laying, glanding, and termination.
• Installation of lighting systems, small power, and outdoor lighting (high mast, street light, yard lighting).
• Installation of UPS system and yard power distribution.
• Installation of CCTV, access control, and data network systems.
• Installation of cable tray, conduit, and containment systems.
• Preparation of red mark drawings and as-built documentation.
• Coordination with EPC contractor, subcontractors, and other disciplines.
• Ensuring installation as per approved drawings, project specifications, and international standards.
• Coordination with QA/QC team for inspections and documentation (MIR, WIR, RFI).
• Supporting testing and pre-commissioning activities.
• Following HSE procedures and permit-to-work system at site.

• Refinery Substation Construction
• MV/LV Power Distribution Installation
• Industrial Lighting System Installation
• UPS System Installation
• CCTV, Access Control & Data Network Installation
• Cable Installation & Termination Works
• As-Built & Red Mark Drawing Preparation
• EPC Contractor Coordination
• QA/QC Documentation & Inspection

• Responsible for operation and maintenance of electrical systems in IT park facilities.
• Handling Building Management System (BMS) for monitoring and control of HVAC, lighting, fire alarm, and power systems.
• Maintenance of LV panels, UPS systems, DG systems, transformers, and lighting systems.
• Monitoring power consumption and supporting energy optimization initiatives.
• Coordination with maintenance team and subcontractors for preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Responding to electrical faults and emergency breakdowns and restoring power systems.
• Maintaining maintenance logs, service reports, and checklists.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards and facility operation procedures.
• Supporting fire alarm system, access control, CCTV, and HVAC system maintenance through BMS.

• Facility Electrical Maintenance
• Building Management System (BMS) Operation
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
• UPS & DG System Maintenance
• LV Electrical Systems
• HVAC Coordination through BMS
• Fire Alarm & ELV Systems
• Energy Monitoring
• Maintenance Documentation

Voltech Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India
Duration: May 2015 – April 2017

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• Testing & commissioning of 765kV, 400kV, 220kV, 132kV, 66kV, 33kV substations and switchyards.
• Testing and commissioning of Power Transformers up to 315MVA including:
  IR Test
  Winding Resistance Test
  Transformer Ratio Test
  Vector Group Test
  Magnetic Balance Test
• Testing & commissioning of Generator, Generator Transformer, and Protection Systems.
• Testing of Protection Relays and Synchronizing Systems.
• Testing & commissioning of HV, MV, LV Switchgear (GIS/AIS).
• Testing of ACB, VCB, SF6 Circuit Breakers.
• Testing and commissioning of DC System, Battery, and UPS System.
• Operation & Maintenance of 765/400/220/33kV Power Transformers.
• Operation & Maintenance of RTCC (OLTC Control Panel).
• Experience in SVC System Operation & Maintenance.
• Erection, testing, and commissioning support for Solar PV Power Plants (26MW and Utility Scale Projects).
• Preparation of test reports, commissioning reports, and documentation.
• Coordination with client and OEM during commissioning activities