Summary
Education
Professional Experience
Projects
Technical Skills
Certification and Training
Additional Qualifications
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SAI KIRAN DANDETIKAR

Boca Raton,FL

Summary

Motivated Electrical Engineering graduate with a solid foundation in power systems, automation, and solar energy engineering. Skilled in designing and implementing solutions for power distribution, renewable energy systems, and industrial automation. Adept at analyzing complex engineering problems and developing innovative solutions to improve system performance. Passionate about leveraging technical expertise to drive advancements in energy efficiency, sustainability, and automation.

Education

Master of Professional Studies in Electrical Engineering
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
May 2023 – Dec 2024 | GPA: 3.4
Relevant Coursework: Modern Control, RF Devices and Circuits, Power System Analysis, Renewable Energy Systems, High Voltage Engineering, Digital Signal Processing

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India
Aug 2019 – Jul 2022 | GPA: 8.3

Professional Experience

Substation Maintenance Engineer
TSTRANSCO – Transmission Corporation of Telangana Limited |June 2022– April 2023

· Managed operations and maintenance of 132/33KV substations, improving system reliability and reducing downtime by 15%.

· Led fault detection and troubleshooting, enhancing power system stability and load management.

· Implemented protection and control schemes to align with industry standards and ensure safety protocols.

Solar Energy Engineering Intern
Four Solar Energy Systems Pvt Ltd  |Dec 2018-Aug 2019

· Designed scalable solar power systems for residential projects, reducing energy costs for clients by 30%.

· Conducted performance optimization simulations and analyzed solar panel efficiency for grid integration.

· Developed maintenance schedules and ensured reliability through continuous monitoring.

Projects

Smart Power Grid with Predictive Maintenance | 2018

· Developed predictive maintenance algorithms for smart grids, reducing system downtime by 20%.

· Integrated IoT sensors for real-time monitoring and optimized load distribution.

Renewable Energy Optimization for Industrial Facilities | 2019

· Optimized renewable energy usage (solar and wind) to minimize reliance on non-renewables.

· Designed a hybrid energy system with storage, increasing energy efficiency by 25%.

Design and Control of an Automated Lighting System | 2022

· Implemented an automated lighting control system using PLC and sensors, reducing energy consumption by 15%.

· Developed a user-friendly interface for real-time monitoring.

Development of a High-Efficiency DC-DC Converter for Solar Applications | 2022

· Designed a high-efficiency DC-DC converter for solar systems, boosting conversion efficiency by 10%.

· Validated performance using MATLAB/Simulink simulations.

IoT-Based Smart Home Automation System | 2023

· Developed a home automation system for remote control of lighting, temperature, and security.

· Reduced overall energy consumption by 20% through automated environmental adjustments.

Technical Skills

· Electrical Systems: Power Distribution, Load Flow Analysis, Arc Flash Calculations (ETAP)

· Programming Languages: MATLAB, C, C++, Python, PLC Programming

· Tools & Software: AutoCAD, SCADA, Simulink, ETAP, Microsoft Office Suite

   · Industry Standards: NEC Standards, Industrial Safety Protocols

Certification and Training

· AutoCAD Certification | 2024

· Microsoft Office Specialist – Word, Excel, PowerPoint

· VLSI Physical Design Training – Sumedha Institute of Technology

· NPDCL Power Systems Training (6 months)

Additional Qualifications

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Able to work independently and collaboratively within team environments.

· Demonstrated leadership through successful project management and collaboration.

SAI KIRAN DANDETIKAR