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Mohandoss Natarajan

Summary

To seek a challenging career and growth-oriented position in the field of INSTRUMENTATION and Development where my technical knowledge, observation skills and work ethics can be enriched logically for an opportunity for based growth and career advancement while contributing handsomely to the organization. SSynopsis A professionally qualified and technically accomplished professional with 16+ years of experience in commissioning, Startup & Maintenance. Currently working as INSTRUMENT ENGINEER in Gulf Petrochemical Service & Trading LLC (GPS), OMAN.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

Gulf Petrochemical Service & Trading LLC
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • OQ Project : EPC for SLIA (GSS) Debottleneck and OMIFCO
  • SUR OMAN

Instrument Engineer

Gulf Petrochemical Service & Trading LLC
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • SLIA (GSS) and OMIFCO Project (Handling Two Projects)
  • Having Hands on Experience in Brown field Gas Station
  • Migrate Existing DELTA V DCS to HONEYWELL DCS in Live OQ GAS Plant
  • Responsible for the Installation of Field Instruments, Loop checking, Pre commissioning and commissioning of SLIA and OMIFCO Project
  • All the Existing DCS,ESD and FGS instruments changed to New Honeywell System
  • Safe shutdown of Existing panels after converted to New Honeywell System
  • Installed new consoles and new field instruments and Commissioned with New Honeywell DCS
  • Responsible for As-Built Documentation and Updating of existing drawings
  • Added new IO cards in the live Delta V DCS and commissioned the system
  • Existing CCTV and Telecom Equipment’s changed to new system.

SR.INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

VI ENGERG RESOURSE PVT LTD
Chennai
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Preparing Technical Specifications/Data Sheets, Purchase Requisitions (PR), Bill of Materials (BOM)
  • Inspection test requirements, Perform Technical Appraisals for various Field Instruments, Skids and Control Systems
  • Review of all layout drawing (based on plant layout) showing location of all field instruments, Junction boxes, Cable/conduit routes from instrument to control room
  • To perform commissioning works in accordance with standards regarding Testing and Commissioning requirements for ESD & PCS cabinets, DCS systems, F&G Panels, transmitters, detectors, valves, gauges, switches
  • To ensure verification and acceptance of mechanical completion and commissioning handover packages in line with the agreed system handover schedule;
  • To co-ordinate & liaise with suppliers, client, in-house functions, site installations and construction team.

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

DAEWOO E&C, KNPC Kuwait
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • National Petroleum Company Project : CFP (Clean Fuel Project) Mina Abdullah Refinery (MAB-2), KUWAIT
  • Responsibilities
  • FDH JV (Fluor Daewoo Hyundai) Joint venture
  • Worked as Instrument Engineer under Fluor in Turn Over Department
  • Execute Field Instrument Installation as per P&ID drawing, Hazardous area classification, Ex-Proof rating, and IP ratings
  • As a System owner arranged Walk down for Subsystem with Client and Uploaded the walk down punches and preparing MC (Mechanical completion and PTOP)
  • Coordination with client, sub-contractor, field engineering, vendor and construction team during Mechanical completion activities
  • Follow the standards of Shell DEP
  • Preparing Instrument Matrix for QVD (Quality Verified Document)
  • Preparing and Review Quality Documentation (ITP, Procedures, Drawings & vendor datasheets, Material specification and other quality related documents submitted by implementation contractors
  • Initiated and involved in CFP (Clean Fuel Project) green field Loop test and closing QVDs
  • Preparing and submit to client PTOP (Provisional turnover package)
  • Using MCP (Mechanical Completion Plus) software built in Fluor Corporation
  • Inspection/Witness of the instrument loop checking from field to DCS FAR (Field Access room) and also involved in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
  • Supervise & carryout loop checking and commissioning of field instruments like Foundation Field bus (FF) and HART protocol Transmitters, control valve & shutdown valve, vibration and speed sensors, Thermocouples, RTDs, and Switches as part of PMC activities
  • Inspection for the Installation of DCS, ESD, F&G (Fire and Gas) system panel, LVS (Large Video Screen), Consoles, computer with printer and Weather monitoring system
  • Inspection for the Installation of Fire & Gas system instruments in the field and building such as H2S & Combustible (LEL) gas detector, Horn, Beacon, Push buttons
  • Preparation and Execution of pre-commissioning dossiers includes IO list, test sheet, loop drawing, datasheet and alarm management

DISCIPLINE: INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

DAEWOO E&C, Abu Dhabi Oil Company
10.2013 - 10.2016
  • Project : TAKREER RUWAIS REFINERY PROJECT, (RRE) UAE
  • Responsibilities
  • Involved in loop check Pre-Comm and commissioning activities for NAPHTHA, JET FUEL, Sulphur, Gasoline-91 Gasoline-95 and Gasoline-98, Gas oil, Propylene, Diesel, and LPG
  • Handling Maintenance activities for NAPHTHA, JET FUEL, Sulphur, gasoline-91 gasoline-95 and gasoline-98, Gas oil, Propylene, Diesel, and LPG
  • Supervision of Cable lying underground and above ground, cable tray work, instrument Hook-up and instrument installation as per Drawing
  • Supervisor of cable Glanding and termination work
  • PUMP MRT (MOTOR RUN TEST) for NAPHTHA, JET FUEL and Diesel Pumps with Vendor and Client
  • And troubleshooting the vibration issues
  • Oil mist generator panel function and maintenance work
  • Deluge System and Foam Skid function work
  • Loop Checking of all Process Instruments from Transmitters, Valves through
  • DCS (Yokogawa CS Centum)
  • Function Checking of Instruments Loops with required permissive and feedback
  • Preparation of Loop Folders and Function Folders with required Test Sheets, PID, Loop Drawings, Datasheets, Instruments Index, Location Drawings, Hook-up Drawings, …
  • Filling of Proper data during the test with client in Test sheets in the corresponding loop folder and getting approval from CA (Contract Authority)
  • Verifying all shutdown and Maintenance override functions with Trends and Graphic in ESD
  • Function Check of Instruments belong to ESD (Emergency Shut Down) System with Alarms in Cause & Effect Matrix
  • Safety Override Function check for Fire & Gas Detection System like Smoke Detectors, Gas Detectors, H2 gas detector, Manual Alarm Call Point, Beacons, Sounders, Flame Detectors,…
  • Separation of Loop Tasks and Function Tasks in Completion Management System (CMS) according to the IO Type like DI, AI, Soft Signals
  • Sending information to the Commissioning Document Controller about the Test Packages progress weekly and Loop Check and Function Check Status System wise daily
  • Performing the SAT for RTU Panels in the Shelter in Offsite (Wells and Manifolds)
  • Functional check in Fire Fighting Deluge Valves in skids for Water & Foam Spray System
  • Responsible for Sending Proper Invitation for the Commissioning Test (IFCT) to Client to inform about the System & Sub-System number, Location, Date and Time of Test prior to the commencement of Loop Check in Each Area in Central Process Facility (CPF)
  • With adhere to the plant rules ensuring that the proper Work Permit (PTW) is issued to all the testing teams with the Work Method Statement, Job Safety Analysis & Procedure
  • Preparation of Commissioning Dossier for the Handover of Systems according to the milestones and PAC (Provisional Acceptance Certificate) with Proper cleared Punch list, Mark-up Drawing (PID), Start-up Clearance Certificate, Logic Drawings, Cause and Effect Drawings, SAT (Site Acceptance Certificate) for vendor Supplied Panels
  • Testing of Fire and Volume dampers and Instrument Loops related to AHU and ACCU in
  • HVAC System for the Sub-Station
  • Checking the Item Type Matrix with test sheets before preparing the Loop and Function folders
  • According to the Fire Zones Function check of all F&G Instruments and checking the Fire Alarm control panel for the common alarm and activation of CO2
  • Hands on Experience in Yokogawa Builder, Graphics, Networking, Modbus, Vnet, Ethernet Protocol
  • Hands on experience with Foundation Field bus (FF) loops
  • Hands on Experience and troubleshooting knowledge in Gas Detecting System (GDS) like H2S, Combustible gas
  • Hands on Experience and troubleshooting knowledge, Machine Conditioning Monitoring System
  • MCMS (GE 3500 Bently Nevata) for Vibration
  • Experience in Motor operated valve MOV (BIFFI)
  • Hands on Experience in PRM Plant Recourse Management from YOKOGAWA
  • Handled Propylene compressor process loops, Compressor Control Corporation (CCC) for Propylene Compressor & Field Instruments etc.
  • Involved in Propylene Compressor Start up for compressors
  • Hands On Experience in Emerson & Honeywell level transmitter, Flowserve control valves, GE flow transmitter (XMT868I Series), UXY shout down valves
  • In-depth knowledge of data sheets, instrument drawings, I/O wiring diagrams, P&IDs, calculation and specifications
  • Preparing Technical Specifications/Data Sheets, Purchase Requisitions (PR), Bill of Materials (BOM), inspection test requirements, Perform Technical Appraisals for various Field Instruments, Skids and Control Systems
  • Skilled at trouble shooting, Repairing and Maintenance of Instruments and Instrumentation systems
  • Assists in the coordination of instrumentation and controls completions activities involving company site team, company engineering team, subcontractors and vendors
  • Undergone Third party Safety training for H2S & SCBA (Self Rescue breathing Apparatus)
  • Keeping up the safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations
  • Coordinating with client for the final acceptance of the plant handover
  • E&I Vendor Coordination and follow-up for the pre-commissioning and commissioning
  • Procedures and to assist vendors until start-up.

INSTRUMENT SUPERVISOR

Rotary Electrical and Instrumentation, DISCIPLINE, Rotary Electrical and Instrumentation Ltd, Exxon Mobil
07.2012 - 09.2013
  • Olefins project (SPT)
  • Singapore
  • Conduct tool box meeting, pre task talk & Permit to work systems & LOTO requirements
  • Responsible for Installation, Loop check, function test, commissioning & startup activities in the field of Electrical & Instrumentation
  • Coordination with other teams to ensure the flow of maintenance activities on daily basis and follow-up with them for completion
  • Preparing maintenance schedule for all the Process and F&G Instruments
  • Detailed checks on the process values and analyzer with the process data sheets
  • Finding and fixing the faults and recalibrating the instruments as required
  • Coordination with Vendor’s to perform the required modifications that are mandatory for Operation and Maintenance team
  • Preparation of reports for the daily work and supervise the team
  • Responsible for the Installation of Vibration (Radial & Axial) and speed sensor
  • Probes of Bentley Nevada system in coordination with GE Woodward vendor.

APPLICATION ENGINEER

OMRON AUTOMATION PRIVATE LTD, DISCIPLINE
Bangalore
01.2011 - 06.2012
  • Highly skilled programmer in all range of OMRON - PLC & HMI
  • Hands on experience in CX-One programming software
  • Hands on experience in Drive installation 3G3MX2 3G3RX and 3G3JX
  • Automatic Guided Vehicle-Conveyor installation & Commissioning at Castrol through ABB
  • Installation of Omron Proximity sensors and safety sensors.

Instrument Maintenance Engineer

ABB LTD BANGALORE /GG Instruments Pvt ltd, Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd
, Gujarat
07.2009 - 01.2011
  • Enterprise-Wide SCADA System for Production & Drilling Facility
  • Baroda
  • Good exposure in SCADA AC 800F, Control Builder-F (Programming Software) provided by
  • ABB
  • Involved in Commissioning and Erection of RTU system Comprising of Freelance AC800F Controller which communicates with the field instruments via various modes of communication protocols like Foundation Field Bus, HART, Profibus and MODBUS and transfers those data to SCADA system
  • Involved in Maintenance activities for all ONGC in Baroda
  • Erection and commissioning of Magnetic flow meter and Vortex flow meter.

INSTRUMENT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Aquagel chemicals pvt. Ltd, Hindustan Lever Limited
, Gujarat
07.2008 - 06.2009
  • Gandhi dam – Kutch (DT)
  • Responsibilities
  • Ensuring scope of works is review, understood, correctly interpreted and implementing quality specified requirements by identifying and complying with legislative and regulatory client specifications, code of practice requirements and good engineering practice
  • Bench & Online calibration of Pressure, flow, temperature & level transmitters, Such as Rose mount, Yokogawa, E&H & Siemens & control valves Fisher DVC, Masoleinan & Samson etc
  • Acquired knowledge in calibrating of Smart transmitters used Druck & Fluke process calibrators & HART 375 & 475 communicators
  • Exposure in SAT & ESD, Functional/Logic/Trip Test as per SIF & SIS Systems as per System Control Philosophy based on package procedures
  • Having good exposure in Centum CS 1000 DCS Yokogawa & SIEMENS PCS 5 & 7
  • Having good exposure to DFA plant –ADVANCE PROCESS CONTROL (APC) operation
  • Involved in Functional test, Logic Test and Sequence test for different types of packages like Boiler, Gas & SteamTurbine, Generator, Emergency Diesel Generator, Air Compressor & Dryer, cooling water systems
  • Coordinating with other discipline to avoid the clashes and save manpower, time and cost
  • Review of all layout drawing (based on plant layout) showing location of all field instruments, Junction boxes, Cable/conduit routes from instrument to control room.

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

DUQM REFINNERY

Instrument Engineer

Duqm Refinery, L
  • Petrochemical Industries Company L
  • C
  • Responsible for all the Instrument and Fire Gas related activities like cable pulling, Panel Installation, JB & Instrument Installation
  • Responsible for the Installation of Field Instruments, Loop checking, Pre commissioning and commissioning of Sulphur, Coke, Diesel loading units and Local Control stations (LCS)
  • Commissioning of Field instruments from field side and update the same to Client/Management and daily activity report
  • Responsible for all the Telecom related activities like cable pulling, Panel Installation, JB & Instrument Installation
  • Responsible for As-Built Documentation and Updating of existing drawings
  • Handling the complete site in coordination with the client, manpower and vehicle management.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering

Annamalai University
June 2008

H.S.C - undefined

Government Boy’s Higher Sec School
2004

SSLC - undefined

Government Boy’s Higher Sec School
2002

Skills

  • Erection
  • Loop checking
  • Function Test
  • Commissioning
  • Start Up
  • Operation &
  • Maintenance
  • Minimizing performance bottlenecks for achieving high productivity with minimum consumption of material/ machine & monitoring expenses
  • Managing production related tasks including planning, control & trouble shooting
  • Maintaining compliance with prescribed quality as well as safety standards in the organization

Additional Information

  • PLACE: SIGNATURE DATE:

Timeline

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

Gulf Petrochemical Service & Trading LLC
01.2023 - 03.2024

Instrument Engineer

Gulf Petrochemical Service & Trading LLC
11.2021 - 10.2022

SR.INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

VI ENGERG RESOURSE PVT LTD
06.2020 - 10.2021

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

DAEWOO E&C, KNPC Kuwait
01.2017 - 12.2019

DISCIPLINE: INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

DAEWOO E&C, Abu Dhabi Oil Company
10.2013 - 10.2016

INSTRUMENT SUPERVISOR

Rotary Electrical and Instrumentation, DISCIPLINE, Rotary Electrical and Instrumentation Ltd, Exxon Mobil
07.2012 - 09.2013

APPLICATION ENGINEER

OMRON AUTOMATION PRIVATE LTD, DISCIPLINE
01.2011 - 06.2012

Instrument Maintenance Engineer

ABB LTD BANGALORE /GG Instruments Pvt ltd, Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd
07.2009 - 01.2011

INSTRUMENT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Aquagel chemicals pvt. Ltd, Hindustan Lever Limited
07.2008 - 06.2009

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER

DUQM REFINNERY

Instrument Engineer

Duqm Refinery, L

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering

Annamalai University

H.S.C - undefined

Government Boy’s Higher Sec School

SSLC - undefined

Government Boy’s Higher Sec School
Mohandoss Natarajan