Santosh Kumar
Fire Protection Engineer/Fire & Life Safety/Project Engineer/Design Engineer
Muscat
Summary
Demonstrated success in developing sprinkler and fire suppression systems, panels and extinguisher layouts. Accustomed to offering extensive assistance to handle all fire suppression requirements and code compliance. Well-organized and upbeat with strong attention to detail, superior work ethic and commitment to protecting people and property. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Project Engineer
Green light International llc
Muscat
05.2023 - Current
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Trained junior engineers in workstation design and material handling.
- Design,Costing,Tendering and Estimation of upcoming projects
- Site surveys & meetings
- Materials procurement & logistics controller
- Testing & commissioning of Fire suppression systems
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs.
- Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
- Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
Mechanical Engineer Project Leader
Addhia Trading & Contracting llc
Muscat
10.2020 - 05.2023
- MAS Submissions,Design drawings,Shop drawings & other pre-qualification documents.
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
- Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Communicated project requirements and areas for improvement in design review meetings.
- Interfaced with development engineers, scientists and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
- Evaluated damage and damage tolerance of new composite material systems.
- Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential
- Designed budgets and cost estimates for projects with speed and accuracy while working closely with clients, drafters and employees to determine best courses of action.
- Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
- Performed pre-construction, quality and safety management, as well as constructability review, start-up and commissioning.
- Testing and commissioning of Fire fighting systems,Fire suppression systems,Pre-action systems,Fire Pumps.
- Preparation of Asbuilt drawings,operation and maintenance manuals & other required project hand over closing documents.
Mechanical Design & Projects Engineer
Alberta Group
Birkirkarra
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed design and specifications.
- Researched customer design proposals and requests to evaluate feasibility, cost and maintenance requirements of designs.
- Managed continuous improvement projects.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and created engineering drawings and sketches.
- Perform Hydraulic calculations and Generate report for approvals
- Design all aspects of projects from inception to completion of design including costing and ensure accurate engineering.
- Perform and record design changes. Provide progress reports and notes as directed by the Superiors.
- Co-ordinate proposal and design matters between the project stakeholders.
- Plan all aspects of project execution from inception to post completion including costing, design installation, commissioning & handing over.
- Respond to customer questions & requests in a timely and efficient manner. Carry out regular follow-ups and keep track record accordingly.
- Pre-plan jobs and deploy a prioritized work schedule with appropriate time deadline targets.
- Provide overall direction to project teams in technical, commercial and operational matters and general direction to various support departments.
- Develop and maintain relationship with the engineers, consultants and decision makers within the customer’s organizations.
- Work with project teams to develop and manage budgets, schedules and deliverables for each project phase and functional area.
- Maintain all data updated and ensure upkeep of technical and non-technical documents.
- Clarify subsequent purchase order receipt and to prepare detailed handover documentation in a timely manner for projects.
- Research new products, create new project opportunities within (up selling) and outside (cross selling) the contract scope;
- Oversee project activities to ensure that the appropriate methods are employed and that sufficient due care is taken in order to meet the customer’s requirements.
- Oversee that company’s standards are being implemented accordingly.
- Organize, plan and co-ordinate inventory management activities.
- Ensure that customer satisfaction and service levels are maintained at all projects levels.
- Maintain proactive, dynamic and effective communication with customers at all times.
Lead Mechanical Engineer
Addhia Trading & Contracting llc
Muscat
05.2016 - 04.2019
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential.
- Responsible for firefighting system Design & Coordination Drawings with MEP services.
- Review of Mechanical Shop drawings, Technical Submittals, Technical Queries, Method Statements, Site Material .
- Review of design drawings and implementations of any design changes /modifications in co-ordination with design department.
- Testing and Commissioning (T&C) Inspections and reviewing the associated Defects/Problems with solutions..
- Taking early preventative action–anticipating risks ahead of time and resolves issues before they escalate.
- Delivered agreed priorities and Remains focused on delivering Client and Management expectations.
- Emphasize the delays in progress to Management & recommend recovery actions.
- Give importance to technical issues and put maximum effort to solve the issue, without make any delay in the work.
- Leading the team & supervising of onsite Fire Fighting construction activities.
- Preparing Monthly & Weekly progress report.
- Review of Contractor's progress payment bill. Attending site weekly and monthly progress meeting.
- Coordinating and updating the Client regarding site work Instruction, and project close out inspections Engineering Approvals-Material Submittals.
- Liaison with clients, consultants and relevant authorities with regards to quality and meeting stringent construction standards.
- Ordering tools and materials for all aspects of smooth completion of projects ensuring adequate supply of materials at all times .
- Estimating and quoting contracts, reading and interpreting building plans and specifications .
- Management of documentation relating to the construction industry.
- Experience as project engineer taking responsibility of all aspects of commercial and residential building Personal I
Education
Bachelors Degree - Mechanical Engineering
VTU Belgaum
Bangalore,Karnataka,India 06.2009 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - PHYSICS,CHEMISTRY,MATHEMATICS,BIOLOGY
Guru Nank PU College
Bidar,Karnataka,India 06.2007 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Guru Nanak Public School
Bidar,India 06.1997 - 06.2007
Skills
Risk management
Engine components, pumps and fuel systems knowledge
Fluid dynamics
AutoCAD
SAP
Scheduling
Budgeting
Staff Management
On-site inspections
Project Management
Maintenance manual development
Product development
Technical problem-solving
Bill of Material (BOM)
Component functions and testing requirements
2D and 3D modeling
AutoCAD proficient
Training program participation
Fire pump operation
Fire suppression tools operations
Safety and security
Firefighting activities
Emergency support
Fire suppression
Budget Management
Fire command center monitoring
Fire safety plan creation
Fire inspection suppression
Fire prevention
Emergency Management
Fire department maintenance
Fire Safety
Fire inspection investigations
Drawing review
Inspections
Technical assistance
Training leadership
Training and Development
Timeline
Project Engineer
Green light International llc
05.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineer Project Leader
Addhia Trading & Contracting llc
10.2020 - 05.2023
Mechanical Design & Projects Engineer
Alberta Group
06.2019 - 09.2020
Lead Mechanical Engineer
Addhia Trading & Contracting llc
05.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelors Degree - Mechanical Engineering
VTU Belgaum
06.2009 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - PHYSICS,CHEMISTRY,MATHEMATICS,BIOLOGY
Guru Nank PU College
06.2007 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Guru Nanak Public School
06.1997 - 06.2007