SUNDARAMOORTHY AMIRDHAGANESAN
MSD International GmbH
Singapore
2
Languages
6
Certifications
21
years of professional experience
Transformational engineering leader with 18 years of experience enhancing organizational performance and driving business growth in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Led high-performing teams and executed initiatives that align engineering strategy with business goals. Committed to delivering sustainable results through effective stakeholder engagement and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Work History
Engineering Manager
5 Years 5 Months- Led a large group of maintenance engineers and technicians to manage day-to-day maintenance for process equipment, utilities, and facilities, optimizing operational efficiency and reducing maintenance costs across the plant.
- Oversee preventive maintenance (PM) and calibration of instruments, including the selection and installation of automation systems and improvement of PM/CAL procedures.
- Ensure compliance through the installation, modification, testing, servicing, and repair of equipment, following site change control procedures.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) for equipment deviations and manage testing, commissioning, and qualification activities (IQ, OQ).
- Organize capital planning (CAPEX) to address facility vulnerabilities and lead engineering project scoping, estimation, execution, and documentation.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance operations and provide technical support for process control systems.
- Monitored project progress, resolved scheduling delays, and implemented continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing efficiency and reducing energy consumption.
- Led Major Change Managements and equipment modifications and new equipment installation.
- Develop software and programming for automation systems (PLCs, DCS) and lead internal audits to identify compliance gaps.
- Mentored and coached maintenance engineers and technicians, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of excellence within the team.
- Executed additional responsibilities to support operational goals.
- MSD International GmbH (Singapore) - a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., is a leading global healthcare company specializing in innovative pharmaceuticals, biotechnology products, and vaccines. The Singapore facility is recognized for its adherence to cGMP standards and advanced manufacturing technologies, playing a vital role in producing life-saving therapies.
- Job Description:
Specialist Equipment Engineer
2 Years 6 Months- Lead preventive and breakdown maintenance for manufacturing equipment supporting the sterile product line, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives and executed necessary change controls to enhance equipment performance.
- Directed real-time problem-solving (RTPS) and conducted technical analyses, resolved manufacturing equipment issues efficiently.
- Managed nonconformance reports (NCR) and quality notifications (QN), implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to improve product quality.
- Actively led the implementation and tracking of CAPA improvements in manufacturing equipment, measuring effectiveness and impact.
- Mentored and coached maintenance technicians, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of excellence.
- Supervised maintenance technicians to uphold safety and quality standards while ensuring cGMP compliance, provided daily troubleshooting and technical support.
- Performed risk assessments and evaluated maintenance plans in the CMMS, ensuring the availability of adequate resources, spare parts, and tools.
- Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions to streamline equipment operations.
- Ensured compliance with budgetary constraints while maintaining adequate availability of spare parts for uninterrupted operations.
- Collaborated with user groups and QA to facilitate maintenance activities and shutdowns effectively.
- Responded promptly to breakdowns and changeovers, delivering support beyond regular working hours.
- Conducted routine inspections of plant equipment to assess maintenance needs and ensured all work adhered to site safety guidelines.
- Executed management tasks to support operational goals.
- Job Description:
Engineer (Maintenance and Process Support)
3 Years 8 Months- Oversaw PLC automation system maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Provided technical guidance for troubleshooting PLC and control equipment.
- Managed validation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of machinery.
- Monitored equipment performance to improve yield, quality, and OEE.
- Developed SOPs and training materials for automation controls to enhance team competency.
- Conducted feasibility studies and implemented program modifications to enhance performance.
- Developed SOPs and training materials for automation controls.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying trends to support yield, quality, and OEE improvements.
- Led preventive maintenance initiatives, producing performance reports to inform strategic decision-making.
- Ensured compliance with cGMP regulations, including ISO, FDA, and OSHA.
- Alcon (A Novartis company) is a global leader in eye care, specializing in innovative surgical and vision care products. The company focuses on enhancing patient outcomes through advanced technologies and high-quality solutions for various eye conditions.
- Job Description:
Technical Specialist II (Equipment Maintenance)
4 Years 3 Months- Conducted preventive and breakdown maintenance on PLC-based automated machines and test equipment.
- Implemented continuous improvements, enhancing OEE, reliability, and productivity across operations.
- Provided PLC and HMI programming support, tracking equipment downtime to identify and address issues.
- Collaborated with production to resolve issues and gather feedback.
- Performed failure mode and root cause analysis to identify key issues and improve equipment reliability.
- Participated in TPM and LEAN activities.
- Ensured compliance with quality, health, and safety standards.
- Job Description:
Engineering Technician
3 Years 4 Months- Nestronics Ltd specializes in engineering solutions for the assembly, testing, and maintenance of electronic systems in telecommunications, instrumentation, and medical devices, delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions.
- Assembled and tested PLC-based electrical control panels.
- Performed PCBA functional testing and debugging.
- Provided maintenance for automated machines and test equipment.
- Facilitated fabrication of jigs and fixtures to enhance assembly efficiency.
- Calibrated radio frequency test stations.
- Trained production operators on quality standards, ensuring adherence to compliance and reducing error rates.
- Performed tests for sub-sea electronic modules.
- Resolved assembly and testing process issues, improving overall workflow reliability.
- Job Description:
Diploma Trainee Engineer
11 Months- Assembled and wired power and PLC control panels, contributing to operational efficiency of wind power plants.
- Assembled and wired power and PLC control panels for wind power plants.
- Tested, troubleshot, and installed HVAC power panels, ensuring reliability and optimal performance.
- Assembled nacelle and hub components for wind turbines.
- Prepared wiring and installed conduit, facilitating the effective operation of wind power plants.
- Tested, troubleshot, and installed HVAC power panels.
- Conducted repairs and tests on high-voltage generator current transformers and potential transformers, ensuring proper functionality.
- Executed cable soldering for wind vane and wind speed sensors, ensuring secure electrical connections.
- Job Description:
Diploma Trainee Engineer
11 Months- Lucas TVS Pvt. Ltd. is a leading Indian manufacturer of automotive components, including starters, alternators, and batteries for two- and four-wheelers. Part of the TVS Group, it focuses on quality, innovation, and sustainability in its products and partnerships.
- Assembled low and high-power starter motors.
- Operated armature winding machines to ensure efficient production.
- Managed PLC-based hot staking machine operations to maintain quality standards.
- Utilized varnishing and powder coating machines.
- Balanced starter motor armatures to ensure performance.
- Conducted final assembly and quality checks on armatures to guarantee performance reliability.
- Soldered terminals for low and high-power starter motors.
- Job Description:
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administaration
Bachelor's - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Skills
Equipment maintenance
Process Equipment Maintenance
Utilities Maintenance
GMP compliance
Automation Engineering
Change control
CAPA implementation
Electrical systems
Automation systems
Team leadership
Project execution
Mentorship
Accomplishments
- Implemented 3 new ICIH inlay machines. Earning STAR award at Gemalto Pvt Ltd for completing this project well in advance.
- Increased eye contact lens yield by 3%, Saving SGD 156,000 monthly at ALCON Pvt Ltd
- Enhanced vaccine manufacturing quality at MSD Biotech plant Reduced O2 levels below 2% in vaccine vial for successful PPQ qualification.
- Lead A3 improvement for equipment maintenance at MSD Biotech, Singapore Optimized Equipment Maintenance Performance.
- Optimized Maintenance Practices. Achieved SGD 200,000 annual cost savings at MSD API Singapore
Certification
Professional Certified Automation Engineer, Completed in 2014, Firstlogic Automation- India
Interests
Reading Books
Online Learning
Playing cricket
LANGUAGES
English - Proficient
Tamil - Native
FIND ME ONLINE
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirdhaganesan-sundaramoorthy-763763168/
- Amirdhaganesan Sundaramoorthy
WORK PASS DETAILS
- Type: "Employment PASS"
- FIN :G8037409M
Timeline
Engineering Manager
MSD International GmbH
05.2021 - CurrentRead More
Specialist Equipment Engineer
MSD International GmbH
10.2018 - 04.2021Read More
Engineer (Maintenance and Process Support)
Alcon
01.2015 - 09.2018Read More
Technical Specialist II (Equipment Maintenance)
Gemalto Pvt Ltd
10.2010 - 01.2015Read More
Engineering Technician
Nestronics Ltd
06.2007 - 10.2010Read More
Diploma Trainee Engineer
Suzlon Energy Ltd
07.2006 - 06.2007Read More
Diploma Trainee Engineer
Lucas TVS
08.2005 - 07.2006Read More
State Board of Technical Education
Diploma from Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University
Bachelor's from Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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Northumbria University
Master of Business Administration from Business Administaration
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