Sathyaiah Vaddy
Engineer
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Experienced Instrumentation and Control Technician with over 26 years of hands-on expertise in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of electronic, pneumatic, mechanical, and analytical instrumentation and control systems. Adept at working in operational environments aligned with HSE guidelines, standard operating and maintenance procedures, and the Permit to Work system.
Skilled in troubleshooting, repairing, and supporting a wide range of instrumentation systems across oil & gas, metal, aluminum, and power plant industries in countries such as Qatar, Kuwait, UAE, and India. Well-educated and proficient in electronics design, system configuration, failure analysis, and component-level repair. Technologically inclined and passionate about continuous improvement and innovation.
Eager to take on a challenging role that fosters professional growth and allows me to contribute my abilities toward the success and development of the organization. Confident in my ability to perform to the highest standards and exceed expectations when given the opportunity.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls
M/s Emirates Global Aluminum -EGA
09.2013 - Current
- Day to day maintenance activities of Instruments.
- Supervise and participate in ESD system testing, plant shutdowns and the commissioning of new plant.
- Ensure the correct use and maintenance of workshop facilities and test equipment.
- Supervise and monitor the activities of assigned Technicians, Fitters and contractors’ personnel in carrying out the installation, commissioning, repair and maintenance of instrumentation, control systems and related equipment to ensure work is performed within process control & safety systems.
- Troubleshoot control related minor problems and report major problems/ discrepancies identified during ESD testing, and emergencies for timely resolution.
- Maintenance records, log books, and alarm & trip indexes to ensure proper tracking.
- Installation, maintain and repair, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical and analytical instruments and control systems in the operating areas.
- Trouble shooting, calibration and testing of all types of Electronic and Pneumatic Instruments.
- Spare parts planning and preparing technical specifications.
- Modification of Instruments where ever required.
- Carry out periodic/breakdown maintenance and review them based on the performance.
- Co-ordinate with other disciplines and with other customer departments.
- Maintenance & calibration of all filed instruments (PT, TT, DP, FLOW, LEVEL Vibration).
- Carry out all maintenance jobs in line with assigned time standards.
- Providing necessary technical training to the technicians and maintain safe and healthy conditions.
- Maintenance & calibration of FISTER weigh feeders.
- Maintenance & calibration of Load cell controllers [Schenck] & weighing scales.
- Follow Permit-To-Work (PTW) Procedure for safe work environment.
- Follow Lock-out/Tag-out & Verification [LOTOV] Procedure s for safe energy.
- Creating Notification & PM work orders in SAP [Systems Applications and Products] common data to create a better work environment.
- Authorized to work confined space, work at height, cold & hot work environment.
- Authorized License holder to operate JLG, Scissor lift, fork lift and heavy tractor in the plant.
- Driving license holder for Heavy tractor & Light Vehicle by UAE Government.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
- Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Conducted detailed diagnostics to identify issues, leading to decrease in system downtimes.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Technician- Instrumentation
M/s Petroleum Coke Industries -PCIC
10.2007 - 09.2013
- DCS -HONEYWELL PKS R300, Controller C-200.
- PLC - ABB, Allen Bradley and Omron micro.
- VFD - Siemens Drives, Telemechanic (Altivar 70) Drives, and ABB (ACS 800).
- Maintenance & calibration of TRANSWEIGH weigh feeders.
- Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
- Improved system efficiency by implementing regular maintenance schedules for all technical equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Senior Engineer - E& I
M/s Vinayak Steels Limited
08.2004 - 10.2007
- PLC - Siemens PLC (S7).
- SCADA - Win CC.
- VFD - Yasakawa L&T Drives & Siemens MM440) Drives.
- Day to day maintenance activities of Electrical & Instrumentation in the plant.
- Spare parts planning and preparing technical specifications.
Senior Engineer -Projects
M/s Protech System Pvt Limited
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Automation Programming with Ge – Fanuc Versa Max and Micro range of PLCs.
- Automation SCADA Graphical Configuration Cimplicity SCADA.
- Configure & commissioning of VFD Drives.
- Confirmation & Program for network communication between PLC & AC/DC Drives by using Modbus, Profibus protocols.
- APGENCO-Hydro Power Project Nagarguna Sagar, Andhra Pradesh.
- KTPS -Thermal Power Project at Kothagudem, Andhra Pradesh.
Application Engineer
M/s New Era Control devices PVt LTD
03.2003 - 09.2003
- PLC - GE Fanuc 90-70 series range of PLC.
- SCADA -Cimplicity.
- Automation Programming with Ge – Fanuc 90-70 range of PLC.
- Automation SCADA Graphical Configuration Cimplicity SCADA.
- Responsible for Programming and shutdown works for Qatar Petroleum (QP), Doha – Qatar.
- Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
Junior Engineer -Projects
M/s Sitra InfoTech Pvt limited
07.1999 - 03.2003
- PLC - GE Fanuc 90-30 range of PLCs.
- SCADA - S3 SCADA.
- Panipat Refinery Indian Oil Corporation - (IOCL) project I involved Instrument modification as well as calibration, installation as per P & ID.
- Loop Checking as per P&ID loop drawing.
- Logic testing as per cause & effect diagram and commissioning as per Panipat refinery (IOCL) standard.
- Involved with vendor Ge Fanuc 90-30 Series system, and fully automation done for Pipe line projects (KBPL 1800 Km and SMPL 800 km) by using Ge Fanuc 90-30 series PLC and S/3 SCADA.
Education
High School Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Osmania University
Hyderabad, Hyderabad04.1999
Skills
- Experience with Allen Bradley automation systems
- Integration of Ge Fanuc PLC and Complicity SCADA
- Experience with SCADA and HMI applications
- Experience with analytical instrumentation
- Calibration and maintenance expertise
- Experience with various SAP modules
- Experience with gas measurement systems
- Vibration measurement
- Dust measurement using laser technology
- Level detection using ultrasonic sensors
- Experience with Emerson radar level technology
- Experience with Yokogawa gas chromatography systems
- Experience with Rosemount stack SPM systems
- Experience with Rosemount Sox and Nox measurement systems
- Device networking and control
- Local area and wide area networking
- Experience with Honeywell PKS-300 DCS systems
- Precision instrument calibration
- Maintenance of control systems
- Assessment of ESD system performance
- Effective problem-solving techniques
- Hydraulic system troubleshooting
- Automation system programming
- Regulatory safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Efficiency enhancement
- Effective problem resolution
- Delivers results in high-pressure environments
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Preventive maintenance services
- Problem assessment
- Technical troubleshooting
- Technical system troubleshooting
- Collaborative partnership development
- Maintenance and repair
- Documentation expertise
- Process optimization
- Document organization
- Precision equipment calibration
- Technical drawing comprehension
- Equipment preventive maintenance
- Creative problem-solving
- Preventive equipment maintenance
- Experience with Six Sigma methodologies
Certification
- Allen Bradley PLC Training, 2015, Rockwell Automation- Dubai
- Driving license for Heavy tractor & Light Vehicle, 2014, United Arab Emirates -UAE
- Occupational Safety & Health Training, 2011, American Society of Safety Engineers - Kuwait Chapter
- Fire Prevention & Protection course, 2010, Fire Service Directorate -Kuwait
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge. I work hard for the utmost satisfaction of my superiors. With the above information I request you to kindly consider my application favorably and appoint me in your kind concern, waiting for your early favorable orders.
Honors And Awards
Appreciation Award, 2010, Petroleum Coke Industries Co. Kuwait
Languages
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)
Telugu
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Technician Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls
M/s Emirates Global Aluminum -EGA
09.2013 - Current
Technician- Instrumentation
M/s Petroleum Coke Industries -PCIC
10.2007 - 09.2013
Senior Engineer - E& I
M/s Vinayak Steels Limited
08.2004 - 10.2007
Senior Engineer -Projects
M/s Protech System Pvt Limited
09.2003 - 08.2004
Application Engineer
M/s New Era Control devices PVt LTD
03.2003 - 09.2003
Junior Engineer -Projects
M/s Sitra InfoTech Pvt limited
07.1999 - 03.2003
High School Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Osmania University
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