BALACHANDER SUNDARAM

Work History

Technician

MSD INTERNATIONAL GMBH Singapore Branch

10.2019 - Current

Maintenance of Equipment’s- Centrifuge (HEINKEL), Spherical Dryers (ROSEMOUND), Pneumatic Diaphragm Pumps, Vacuum Pumps, Magnetic drive pump, Reactors (Glass lined &Haste Alloy), Mechanical Gas Seals, Blowers, Scrubber fans, AHU.
Work experience in troubleshooting, overhauling and repair of all plant rotating equipment.
Evaluate and optimize performance of critical equipment’s
Preventive and Predictive Maintenance program set up and execution
Troubleshot, overhauled, and repaired all plant rotating equipment, enhancing operational reliability.
Perform responsibilities of providing installation and final inspection of rotating equipment.
Worked with company’s vendors and supervised various maintenance projects to ensure proper completion of work performed.
Participated in reviews and technical requisitions for equipment and materials, supervising mechanical installation and maintenance.
Provide technical support to area maintenance and operation, carry out troubleshooting and resolve chronic problems by identifying solutions that require more in-depth investigation.
Operated utilities equipment efficiently and maintenance skill and knowledge with experience in working in a team.
Utilized Computer Maintenance Management System, current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
Streamlined operations through process improvements, leading to increased service delivery efficiency.
Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, minimizing future disruptions.
Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
Improved system efficiency by implementing regular maintenance schedules for all technical equipment.
Optimized system performance through testing and analysis.
Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Maintenance)

LKP Engineering PTE LTD, SINGAPORE

11.2016 - 09.2019

Perform responsibilities of providing installation and final inspection of rotating equipment.
Assist in developing, implementing, inspection for assigned area, including preparation of schedules, establishing work priorities. & execute work in compliance with project requirements, managing the key quality and integrity processes required to ensure that the mechanical rotating equipment is in accordance with company requirements and Company’s quality system.
Participated in reviews and supervised provision of mechanical installation and maintenance for equipment and materials requisition technical parts of contracts.
Assisted in developing and implementing inspection procedures for the area, including preparing schedules and establishing work priorities.
Worked with company’s vendors and supervised subcontractors during various maintenance projects to ensure proper completion of work performed at customers’ facilities.
Participate in reviews, equipment and materials requisition technical parts of contracts. & supervises the provision of mechanical installation, maintenance
Reviewed required spare parts and ensured availability of resources to execute jobs as planned, initiating recommendations to Maintenance and Operations for equipment repairs, replacements, and improvements in reliability.

Mechanical Engineer

S.R. Engineering – Chennai, INDIA

10.2015 - 11.2016

Collaborated with vendors and supervised subcontractors on maintenance projects, ensuring completion of work to meet customer requirements.
Assist in developing, implementing, inspection for assigned area, including preparation of schedules, establishing work priorities. & execute work in compliance with project requirements, managing the key quality and integrity processes required to ensure that the mechanical rotating equipment is in accordance with company requirements and Company’s quality system.
Conduct performance analysis of rotating equipment to identify performance & operating envelop deviations and provide resolution on developing the performance.
Assisted in developing and implementing inspection protocols for the area, prepared schedules, and established work priorities.
Participating in reviews, equipment and materials requisition technical parts of contracts. & supervises the provision of mechanical installation, maintenance
Performed analysis on rotating equipment to determine efficiency and operation deviations. of rotating equipment to identify performance & operating envelop deviations and provide resolution on developing the performance.
Reviewed spare parts availability and coordinated resources to execute jobs as planned, initiating recommendations for equipment repairs, replacements, and improvements in reliability.

QA/QC Inspector

Babcock Borsig Service Arabia, Dammam, SAUDI ARABIA

08.2014 - 09.2015

Preparation Quality plan and working as per the approved ITP, procedure etc.
Verification of all fabrications material conformance as per project drawings and specifications like Isometric, P&ID, PFD etc.
Verified fabrication material conformance to project drawings and specifications, including Isometric, P&ID, and PFD.
Conducted final inspections of shop-fabricated equipment prior to shipment, ensuring compliance with project specifications and international codes (ASME, API).
Demonstrated strong understanding of isometric drawings and P&IDs for piping systems. (vertical, flow ability, directions of valves and all piping equipment’s).
Gained familiarity with welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and related documents.
Visual inspection of welded joints before, during, and after welding, including post weld heat treatment and supervision of joint repair.
Review Hydro test package, NDE examination reports, weld summary, etc prior to hydro testing and Preliminary & final acceptance walks down of piping system.
Conducting pre-commissioning, commissioning and start up works of systems.
Fabrication and erection of piping, vessels, columns structures, pumps, equipment etc
Reviewed hydro test package, NDE examination reports, and weld summary before hydro testing and facilitated preliminary and final acceptance walkdowns of piping systems.
Project handover to the customer with proper and necessary documentation.

QA/QC Engineer

PS DIGITECH – HR INDIA PVT LTD (Kolkata, INDIA)

11.2012 - 06.2014

Attended QA/QC and Review meetings to resolve quality issues with construction and sub-contractors.
Prepared and maintained QC documentation for final handover to client, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Preparation of Punch list after final assembly equipments.
Supervised and inspected shop and field welding of structures and equipment to uphold safety and quality specifications.
Witnessing pre-commissioning and commissioning of installed equipments.
Project hand over to the customer with proper and necessary documentation.
Prepared weld summary and weld map, submitted to client for final approval, facilitating project completion.

QC Inspector (Welding & Mechanical)

AMEEN SALEM ALGHAMDI EST, Dammam, SAUDI ARABIA

10.2009 - 08.2012

Supervising and inspecting shop welding and field welding of SS piping for screen wash line.
Performing Penetrate testing on pipe welds, interpreting the results with presence of client and preparing report and submitting to client for approval.
Prepare “Request for NDE/DE” for the RT on pipe welds, witnessing the RT, and cross check interpreted results of the X ray received and submit to client for final approval.
Prepare Weld summary and Weld map, submit to client for final approval.
Inspection of prefabricated band screen frames, which include welding and dimensional checking with presence of client inspector.
Checking the Final assembly of band Screens and screen wash pumps with presence of client inspector according to drawing for final approval.
Compiled detailed weld summary for client review and approval. and Weld map, submit to client for final approval.
Conducting Performance test of Band Screens and Screen Wash Pumps.
Monitored vibration levels of installed SWP using vibration analyzer. of the installed SWP by vibration analyzer and log the readings.
Checking the vibration of the installed SWP by vibration analyzer and log the readings.
Attended QA/QC and review meetings to address and resolve quality issues with construction and subcontractors.
Prepared and maintained QC documentation for final handover to client.
Preparation of Punch list after final assembly equipment’s and piping.
Witnessing the performance test and commissioning of Band Screen, Screen Wash pump and Ammonia refrigeration unit and Switch gear and Starter panel.
Witnessing pre-commissioning and commissioning of installed equipment’s.
Inspecting for the installed duct for the HVAC unit as per drawing in MCC building.
Witnessing Performance test of the HVAC unit at MCC building.
Witnessing the performance test and commissioning of Fire Alarm System in MCC building.
Submitted QC documentation for client approval, facilitating project handover and ensuring completion of requirements.

QA/QC ENGINEER

Third Eye Inspection Services (Chennai, INDIA)

01.2006 - 09.2009

Gained familiarity with WPS, PQR, PQT, and WQT to ensure compliance with welding standards.
Conducted visual inspections of welded joints before, during, and after welding, including Post Weld Heat Treatment and supervision of joint repair.
Coordination and assigning NDE personnel for performing in-process and final inspection using NDT methods according to client requirement.
Review all test reports including NDT, daily welding report (DWR) and material records
Evaluated test package contents and checked lines against drawing requirements to ensure completeness and accuracy of the system.
Reviewed hydro test package, NDE examination reports, and weld summary to ensure compliance prior to hydro testing and conducted preliminary and final acceptance walk down of piping system.
Conducting pre-commissioning, commissioning and startup works of systems.
Project hand over to the customer with proper and necessary documentation.
Checking the Final assembly of band Screens and screen wash pumps with presence of client inspector according to drawing for final approval.
Supervising and inspecting shop welding and field welding of SS piping for screen wash line.
Performing Penetrate testing on pipe welds, interpreting the results with presence of client and preparing report and submitting to client for approval.
Prepare “Request for NDE/DE” for the RT on pipe welds, witnessing the RT, and cross check interpreted results of the X ray received and submit to client for final approval.
Prepare Weld summary and Weld map; submit to client for final approval.
Witness welder qualification according to approved WPS, PQR, and WQT.
Attended QA/QC and Review meetings to resolve quality issues with construction and sub-contractors.
Prepared and maintained QC documentation for final handover to client, ensuring all quality standards were met.

Graduate Apprentice

Madras Rubber Factory (MRF), Chennai, INDIA

01.2005 - 01.2006

Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of machinery to minimize downtime.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for equipment usage and maintenance.

Engineer (Quality)

Flexible Machining Pvt Ltd, Chennai, INDIA

07.2004 - 11.2004

Trained junior technicians on best practices and safety measures in laboratory settings.
Monitored inventory levels, coordinating timely replenishment of supplies to maintain workflow continuity.
Assisted in the development of quality control processes, ensuring product consistency and reliability.
Led initiatives to improve equipment performance, resulting in enhanced operational productivity.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Technician

MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Maintenance)

Mechanical Engineer

QA/QC Inspector

QA/QC Engineer

QC Inspector (Welding & Mechanical)

QA/QC ENGINEER

Graduate Apprentice

Engineer (Quality)

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Bachelors Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

10th (STANDARD -AISLC) - undefined

Skills

CAREER SUMMARY

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