aanand neelakantan

systems engineering project manager

About

I am an Electrical Engineer with 5+ years of experience in the field of Electrical Design and Manufacturing. Highly skilled in designing and developing electrical schematics for low and medium voltage systems and developing complex PLC programs for automated operation. As lead engineer, I have successfully managed and delivered various projects with high levels of customer satisfaction. I am a self starter and always eager to take up opportunities that challenge me to improve my skills and develop me professionally. I efficiently handle multiple projects simultaneously by strategizing and prioritizing different tasks to ensure timely completion. Adept at assessing the business needs and implementing solutions to accentuate client requirements. I also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with technical expertise. Creative, resourceful and adapting to changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Country

united states

City

charlotte

Industry

electrical/electronic manufacturing

Skill

matlab, research, simulations, c++, physics, electrical engineering, simulink, c, power systems, microsoft office, powerpoint, microsoft word, etap, pscad/emtdc, power electronics, pscad, plc programming, promis e, microsoft excel, programmable logic controller, plc allen bradley, ge proficy, wonderware, pivot tables, mysql, plc ladder logic, ge fanuc, allen bradley, hmi programming, scada, sql, autocad, rslogix, electrical design, modbus, protective relays, product development, automation, troubleshooting, engineering, modicon, archestra, project management

Experience

systems engineering project manager

siemens

2020-2 - Present · 6 yrs 8 mos

associate product engineer

asco power technologies

2014-6 - 2016-6 · 2 yrs 1 mo

* Provided engineering support for the design and development of multiple product lines including standard designs such as the Series 4000, Series 7000 and custom switchgears. * Generated and maintained technical documentation such as Bill of Materials, Sequence of Operations and final drawing packages for the customers including AC & DC schematics and product interconnects. * Provided technical support to field technicians during project commissioning for automatic sequences and circuit changes to accommodate customer requirements, changes in specifications and product troubleshooting. * Assisted in developing HMI programs for different product lines and in setting up Modbus connections and communication with customer BMS systems

research assistant

unc charlotte

2012-9 - 2014-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

Lead researcher on a project for UNC Charlotte in partnership with Duke Energy, a local power utility company, for the determination of frequency response characteristics and the validation of governor models for one of the generators. Proficient in the working of the Digital Fault Recorder, concept of frequency response, NERC standards BAL003 and MOD027, and ways to improve frequency response at the plant. Documented the findings and conducted knowledge transfer sessions with peers. Conducted one-on-one sessions with plant personnel to understand the plant controls and develop governor/turbine models for research purposes.

trainee

madras atomic power plant

2010-5 - 2010-5 · 1 mo

* Trained in the science behind power generation using nuclear energy, the daily operation of the plant and the safety measures incorporated for safe operation. * Learned the working principles of the protective relays used by the plant and also its practical implementation.