Varma Pinnamaraju
Summary
Detail-oriented [Job Title] experienced in building design and assessments. Methodical about checking zones, systems and equipment for enhancement opportunities. Articulate communicator with solid understanding of design plans and specifications. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Effective professional displaying strong technical writing skills and drive to succeed. Highly educated Energy Engineer offering [Number] years of expertise coaching fellow employees and assessing energy savings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Energy Manager
Vantage Data Centers APAC Pte Ltd
06.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the identification and qualification of energy availability and initial scouting of energy infrastructure that aligns with Vantage’s strategic goals and site selection expansion plans for each identified market.
- Complied with relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
- Assisted in meeting regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on industry standards and ensuring compliance throughout project implementation phases.
- Achieved sustainability goals by integrating renewable energy sources into client facilities.
- Provided technical support during facility upgrades or retrofits, helping ensure seamless transitions that did not disrupt regular operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative approaches for reducing energy use across various business functions.
- Managed relationships with utility providers to negotiate favorable rates and contracts for clients'' businesses.
- Reviewed or negotiated energy purchase agreements.
Lead Application Engineer / Solutions Team
General Electric Grid Automation
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Demonstrates leadership in communicating portfolio, Substation Automation System (SAS); Grid Modernization systems; Electrical control SCADA and Power Management system; Service upgrade/retrofits to utility and industrial customers.
- Improved product quality by leading application engineering team to identify and resolve technical issues.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Delivered support training to help customers learn key features of applications.
- Inspected equipment, assessed functionality, and optimized controls.
Lead Electrical Engineer / Engineering Dept
General Electric Power Conversion
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Provided technical leadership in ITO & OTR team for the assigned project execution and proposal applications in GE PC Singapore team.
- Coordinated with other engineering disciplines to develop comprehensive solutions for complex projects, integrating electrical systems seamlessly with mechanical and structural components.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for materials and services while maintaining strict budgetary controls.
- Optimized energy usage for industrial facilities through the design and implementation of cost-effective power distribution systems.
- Troubleshot complex issues on site at client locations, providing expert guidance on problem resolution to minimize downtime.
- Led a team of engineers in the successful completion of complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring superior quality and timely delivery.
- Evaluated project scope to estimate costs and set timelines for project delivery.
- Designed electrical products and systems based on client briefs.
Senior Electrical Engineer / Engineering Dept
Aker Solutions
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Reviewed, understood, and implemented project contractual obligation and produced engineering deliverables in accordance to specifications and standards.
- Designed electrical products and systems based on client briefs.
Senior Electrical Engineer / GAS Power Engineering Department
Alstom Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd
12.2011 - 09.2014
- Performed design & detail engineering of electrical systems in Gas based combined cycle power plant based on Alstom GT26/KA26 model.
Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Operations Dept
Solar Turbines International Company
07.2010 - 10.2011
- Supervised the progress and performance of engineering team belonging to sub contract company - Maison Worley Parsons (Beijing).
Electrical Engineer / Engineering Dept
Technip Middle East
06.2006 - 06.2010
- Reviewed, understood, and implemented project contractual obligation and produced engineering deliverables in accordance to specifications and standards.
Education
MBA - International Business
Sikkim Manipal University
India03.2014
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
India04.2003
Skills
- Develop Technical Specification
- Technical Sales & business growth
- Expertise of Windows, Linux OS
- Participate Conference, Papers
- Conceptual design & FEED studies
- Modular Substations (E-House)
- Substation Architecture & Control systems development
- Knowledge of IEC61850, Modbus communication protocol standards
- Expertise in Automation software’s – 61131 based DSAgile, GPG
- Familiar with GE, ABB, Allenbradely electrical control systems
- Knowledge of Cloud computing, Edge technology
- Training capabilities of Electrical system products
- Market development
- Energy Strategy Implementation
- Power Generation Technologies
- Energy Market Analysis
Accomplishments
1. Specialist at GE GRID AUTOMATION.
2. ETAP power system studies expertise.
3. NUS Cloud computing and migration strategy.
4. Chartered Engineer [Electrical].
Certification
- Chartered Engineer Electrical registered with The Institution of Engineers India, 2016
- Cloud Computing: Strategy, Compliance and Migration plan certificate programme, NUS Singapore, 2022
Hobbies and Interests
Keen to have holiday time at nature farms.
Affiliations
- The Institution of Engineers India Ltd
- NUS Cloud Computing
Timeline
Senior Energy Manager
Vantage Data Centers APAC Pte Ltd
06.2023 - Current
Lead Application Engineer / Solutions Team
General Electric Grid Automation
09.2019 - 06.2023
Lead Electrical Engineer / Engineering Dept
General Electric Power Conversion
03.2016 - 08.2019
Senior Electrical Engineer / Engineering Dept
Aker Solutions
10.2014 - 02.2016
Senior Electrical Engineer / GAS Power Engineering Department
Alstom Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd
12.2011 - 09.2014
Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Operations Dept
Solar Turbines International Company
07.2010 - 10.2011
Electrical Engineer / Engineering Dept
Technip Middle East
06.2006 - 06.2010
MBA - International Business
Sikkim Manipal University
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
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