Venkatesh Babu

• Led cross-functional teams from Sales to Execution of multiple projects in Tier-2 and Tier-3 Customer Sites in US Central region to enhance process development & optimization and ensure timely project delivery.
• Developed and implemented engineering solutions that improved system performance and reliability for various applications.
• Mentored team of engineers, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
• Conducted root cause analysis to identify issues, implementing corrective actions that reduced operational downtime significantly.
• Led Projects from Sales, FEED/FEL to Design, Detailed Engineering, Testing and Commissioning/Cutover of Projects.
• Sales Estimation & Proposal Support. Change Order Management, Budget Review & Control.
• Hardware Design & Assembly and testing of C300 DCS, SMSC System and EPKS (Experion) systems up-to R530.
• DCS/SIS/FGS Software Application Design & Development and testing with Graphics/HMI for Operators, PCDI for Peer Comm, CDA for Safety Comm.
• Network Engineering, Configuration & Virtualization of ESXi Hosts, Virtual Nodes and Servers.
• Third-party Communication & Integration (MODBUS RTU/TCP IP, SCADA, OPC UA, Ethernet IP, MODSCAN POLL).
• Burner Management System Safety Loops Engineering. FGS – Detectors and Sirens/Hooters Zone Detailed engineering & Logic Development.
• Multiple on-site project execution & completion, long term deputations for Sales to project delivery for various industries like Refinery, Boiler Processes (Fossil, HRSG, CCPP, ST/GT), Fertilizers, Petrochemicals, DeSal, Platforms, Lifeboats.
• Preparation of Project Database, Detail Design Spec DDS and DCS application Control Narratives. SIS/ESD Cause & Effects (C&E), I-FAT/FAT/HFAT/SAT Procedures & Testing, Hot/Cold Cutover Procedures & Commissioning.
• Assets, Alarm Grouping, Shelving, Suppression, Console/Flex Stations.
• Functional Testing of ABB LV Switchgear MCC, Siemens HV Switchgears.

• Streamlined design processes, resulting in improved project timelines and resource allocation efficiency.
• Conducted comprehensive feasibility studies for new projects, aligning technical capabilities with business objectives.
• Software Coding and Configuration using Siemens Distributed Control System SPPA T3000.
• Coordinating commissioning activities for Powerplant & Oil Refinery.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Troubleshooting during start-up & emergency conditions
• Review of Control Philosophies, Daily progress review meetings for Schedule tracking, work status.
• Application logic development, testing and commissioning of SQC, MBC, UMC and Closed loop controls for HRSG, Benson Boiler, Steam/Gas Turbines.
• Control Logics review & Functionality testing of process interlocks, permissive and protection logics for individual packages.
• Preparation of Interface Signals between Boiler and Turbine Controls for APS logics.
• Process Tuning & Optimization for once-through Boiler process.
• PID Tuning of HRSG closed loop viz. three element level control, Scoop Control &Superheated (SH) Temperature Control.
• MFT and fail-safe Module Logics for Burner & Furnace Safeguard system (BMS).
• Loop Checks, ST & VMS Modbus Commissioning and testing of Smart MCC (Simocode).
• Modbus & OPC (Profibus through OLM) communication config for third-party vendor system.
• Foundation Fieldbus (FF) Instruments troubleshooting.
• Experienced in Turbine Supervisory Instruments –Vibration, Shaft & Casing Expansion, Axial Position, Speed, Key Phasor.
• Construction & Commissioning of Siemens FUM cabinet, Remote IO cabinet, OPC Server cabinet, Scalance Network cabinet, Terminal Server Installation and troubleshooting.
• Preparation of Turbine Protection test Procedure and testing in Siemens DCS SPPA T3000-Condenser Pressure protection, Hotwell Level Protection, LP Exhaust & HP Wet Steam Protection, Lube oil Pumps Lead/Lag Test, Turbine Over Speed Protection Tests, Valve Leakage Test.

Engineering & design:

• Responsible for entire I&C design check, review, design modifications & finalization for Vendor engineering, Plant Spec requirement Clarifications.
• Prepared of Pre-bid technical documents as per project specification & Technical Evaluation meeting with Suppliers/Vendors/Contractors.
• Prepared Deviation report based on Vendor Submission & Contract Document Requirements.
• Developed Control Schemes, identified appropriate control systems req, handled enquiry specification preparation, and Field instruments selection clarification.
• Evaluation & Approval of Basic & Detailed Engineering documents for approval like P&I Drawings, Hookup Drawings and Wiring Drawings.
• Reviewed Main Plant Logics including SCS and MCS as per Control Philosophy.
• Prepared of Main Plant DCS Input /Output list & Instrument List.
• Preparation of Commissioning procedure, Function test & Commissioning Checklist based on Control Philosophy & Project terms.
• Factory shop Testing of FOXBORO IA Series DCS Cabinets including Hardware and Software Test for 2 units at Invensys-Foxboro, Shanghai.

Erection/Pre-Commissioning:

• Responsible for Erection & Commissioning of Turbine (HEI-China) and its Instruments such as Turbine, BFP & Booster Pump, Condenser & Hot-well, HP/LP Heaters, Deaerator, CW Pump and Turbine Supervisory & piping Instrumentation.
• Erection & Calibration of Field Instruments like Gauges, switches, transmitters & Valves (ON/OFF and Control Valves).
• Responsible for SAT of Main Plant DCS & BOP PLC Panels.
• Ensured Proper Installation of instrument racks and Impulse tubing as per Hook up drawings. Loop Checking & Troubleshooting.
• Coordinated Site activities between contractors and Suppliers for timely completion of work.
• Tested SIS loops with YOKOGAWA PROSAFE RS.
• Commissioned & Tested VM600, BRAUN Speed Sensors Module & MSV/CV.
• Hands-on experience of Emerson CSI 6500 Vibration monitoring System & Bentley Nevada instruments.
• Reviewed and Modified Allen Bradley PLC : RsLogix500 and RsLogix5000 and checks.