Hi, I’m
MANASAVEENA CHENNURI
Hillsborough,NC
Summary
Coupled with my extensive 15-year tenure as a board-certified engineering professional, I bring specialized expertise in HVDC and FACTS technology, public utility substation design, distribution system planning, coop electrical utility design and management, SCADA implementation and power systems research in DER. My adeptness lies in efficiently analyzing intricate engineering challenges and providing timely, cost-effective solutions, developing process changes, consistently aligning with project timelines and financial parameters.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
10
Certifications
Work History
Duke University
High Voltage Department Supervisor
3 2020 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated and supervised the execution, completion and inspection of special maintenance, replacement, upgrading, and renovation projects for the university
- Performed construction phase activities for both internal projects and assigned projects by external consultants working through the designers, consultants, union members, and third party vendors
- Provided technical assistance during planning proposed projects as needed
- Coordinated facility assessments with appropriate Engineering and Operations personnel to track capital projects and other infrastructure projects; maintained appropriate database on projects to insure up-to-date information regarding status to include budget requirements and impact.
ABB Inc.
FACTS Project Lead Engineer
03.2018 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Technical lead for all engineering activities in multiple project assignments ranging from $25M to $105M
- Efficiently managed global project teams for seamless project execution
- Executed assignments using established solutions while acting as primary technical interface with all project stakeholders like customers, contractors, and suppliers
- Ensured that activities related to all engineering disciplines within the project are efficiently and cost-effectively executed in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements
- Responsible for creating, reviewing, tracking and responding to Engineering Change Requests, Requests for Information, Non-Conformances, etc
- Overseen the creation of subcontracts and manages subcontractors jointly with other involved functions, including supply chain, subcontract management and Field Operations
- Provided prompt, open and honest internal and external feedback to the project engineering team and management, and communicate information in a timely manner
- Supervised project staff of engineers and designers, and managed and coordinated the technical design with all engineers, both internal and outsourced engineering firm resources.
ABB Inc.
HVDC Project Engineer
01.2016 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Developed technical Requirement and Specifications for HVDC station's auxiliary equipment
- Organized Request For Proposals and bid selection process for HVAC system, Fire Detection System, and other engineering sub-contracting services
- Acted as a critical time interim Project Lead to lead the engineering team to deliver various discipline engineering drawings on time to meet the complex payment milestone
- Meticulously assisted Project Manager to manage HVDC projects ranging from $28M to $250M
- Coordinated with various engineering subcontractors, established schedules, and supervised the engineering design processes
- Provided on-site commissioning support for HVDC converter station
- Supported HVDC tender process by providing electromechanical engineering estimates
- Leading electromechanical station design and supervising the subcontractor's project design execution
- Supported HVDC service team with customer's maintenance projects.
Alliant Energy Corp Inc.
Substation Engineer
05.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Resourcefully engineered retrofit and green-site 69/15kV substation projects involving below and above grade work
- Coordinated with external entities like Consultants, Vendors, Transmission Companies and Contractors for project execution at various stages
- Designed substation controls and protection schemes to integrate Acciona Wind Power's 3 MW wind turbines at various distribution system locations
- Proactively corresponded with internal System Protection, Planning, Standards, Drafting and Tele-Communication teams to deliver reliable substation design
- Promptly identified and planned project equipment and material procurement
- Supported construction crew and contractors by answering various technical questions in regards to scope of work and construction
- Organized and managed project drawings and documentation for record/asset management.
Alliant Energy Corp Inc.
Distribution Planning Engineer
12.2011 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Efficiently modeled and studied 4kV- 69kV class power systems for normal and contingency operations
- Prepared cost estimates, evaluated and determined best value plan for distribution and substation projects on time
- Performed level 4 wind generation interconnection feasibility and system impact studies
- Proficiently planned, supported, and coordinated transmission and distribution system operating voltage conversion work
- Provided technical support to substation engineering, protection engineering and distribution engineering for the purpose of system planning
- Scoped project work requests, developed interconnect agreement terms, coordinated electrical distribution work with other utilities and assessed internal large capital investment.
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
Education
West Virginia UniversityMorgantown, WV
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Power Systems Engineering
06.2008 - 08.2011
University Overview
- Thesis Title: Agent Based Load Management System for a Smart Power Distribution System
Skills
Engineering Tools: Milsoft, SynerGEE, MATLAB/Simulink, PVSyst, ETAP, CASCADE, Skills ArcFM, CDEGS, WinIGS, Microstation, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, OpenView, DEW, Power World Simulator, PSSE
Certification
Professional Engineer Certification by Iowa Board of Professional Engineers
Affiliations
Chair, Encompass-Employee Resource Group at ABB 2017-2020
Special Qualifications
Fast and autonomous learning capability, DEIB Advocate, self-motivated, good communication skills, goal oriented, organized, accountable and reliable
Community Service
- Advocate for Domestic Violence Victims, Waypoint Services, IA 2015-2016
- Advocate for Sexual Assault Victims, Riverview Center, IA 2015-2016
Timeline
FACTS Project Lead Engineer
ABB Inc.
03.2018 - 10.2020
HVDC Project Engineer
ABB Inc.
01.2016 - 03.2018
Substation Engineer
Alliant Energy Corp Inc.
05.2014 - 01.2016
Distribution Planning Engineer
Alliant Energy Corp Inc.
12.2011 - 05.2014
West Virginia University
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Power Systems Engineering
06.2008 - 08.2011
High Voltage Department Supervisor
Duke University
3 2020 - Current