PRASANTH PRASANNAKUMAR
E&I Maintenance Engineer
Palakkad
Summary
Results-driven Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas sector and EPC projects, specializing in project planning, estimation, and execution. Expertise in Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and SmartPlant 3D, combined with a strong background in electrical installation, commissioning, and maintenance. Proficient in cost control and HAZOP/HAZID compliance, with a proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Committed to leveraging technical skills and industry knowledge to drive project success and operational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer
Amalgamated Oil Company Nigeria Ltd.
02.2021 - Current
- E&I maintenance planning, estimation, and project execution for oil & gas facilities.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on transformers, motors, switchgear, generators, and control systems.
- Implemented predictive maintenance tools (vibration analysis, condition monitoring) to improve equipment reliability by 15%.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Developed cable schedules, switchgear testing/installation procedures, lighting SLDs, and cathodic protection systems.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Conducted motor dry-run tests, VFD integration, and motor performance analysis for operational efficiency.
- Supervised instrument calibration, repair, and maintenance (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
- Ensured compliance with HAZOP, ATEX, and HSE standards across all operations.
- Preparing Feasibility reports, budget estimates and cost plans
- Assist in the preparation of bills of quantities (BOQ) and tender documents for E&I projects.
- Monitor project budgets and track costs throughout the project lifecycle, implementing cost control measures as needed.
- Review change orders and variations, assessing their impact on project costs and preparing cost adjustments accordingly.
Electrical Engineer
Nasser Al Hajri Corporation
01.2016 - 10.2020
- Executed E&I works for EPC projects including installation, testing, and commissioning of LV MCC panels, MDBs, DBs, SMDBs, motors, and compressors.
- Installed and commissioned electric motors, VFDs, and soft starters, ensuring alignment and smooth operation.
- Participated in weekly progress meetings, providing updates on schedule adherence, resource allocation, and overall project health.
- Prepared and reviewed P&ID diagrams, wiring diagrams, loop schematics, and as-built drawings.
- Monitored project progress, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective actions to mitigate their impact.
- Coordinated between engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure timely project delivery.
- Installation of V-SAT communication system for the smart communications with the oil wells using SCADA and RTU
- Designing the construction project by studying project concept, Electrical drawings & models.
- Monitors progress of the work on site and implementing daily work order.
- Reviewing client’s technical documentation and requirements.
- Monitoring power cable Pulling, Cable tray installation, Plant area Lighting system, Electrical Heat Tracing Cable pulling, Instrument installation, impulse tubing and other smart well communication system installation works.
- Preparation of daily/weekly and monthly progress report of the project.
- Project martial reconsolidation (example: Cable tray, Power cable Control cable, ACSR Conductors).
- Delivered commissioning field service packages and inspection reports in compliance with EPC project requirements.
Education
M.Tech - Power Electronics & Drives
SRM University
Chennai, TN01.2015
B.E. - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SNS College of Technology
Coimbatore, TN01.2012
Higher Secondary Certificate - undefined
Lakshmi Narayana Vidya Nikethan
Palakkad, KL01.2008
Skills
AutoCAD Primavera P6 SmartPlant 3D MS Office
Equipment troubleshooting
Facility maintenance
Predictive maintenance
Project coordination
Cost estimation
Certification
Plant Automation using Drives, PLC, and Interfacing – Advanced Training Institute (Ministry of Labor & Employment)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer
Amalgamated Oil Company Nigeria Ltd.
02.2021 - Current
Electrical Engineer
Nasser Al Hajri Corporation
01.2016 - 10.2020
B.E. - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SNS College of Technology
Higher Secondary Certificate - undefined
Lakshmi Narayana Vidya Nikethan
M.Tech - Power Electronics & Drives
SRM University