Kiran Chowalloor, Electrical Engineer

Kiran Chowalloor

Electrical Engineer

Arabtec Engineering Services LLC

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Higher diploma, ETAP & Electrical Designing
Experience
15 years, 10 Months

Share My Profile

Block User


Work Experience

Total years of experience :15 years, 10 Months

Electrical Engineer at Arabtec Engineering Services LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • My current job since October 2017

Current Project: - Oct’17 to till now
Project Details: - Upgrading/Diverting of Main Sewage Pumping Station E to Jebel Ali STP

Project MEP Scope: -
New pumps (5D + 1S) of combined capacity of 1600l/sec @ 57.5m TDH. Replacement of 6.6KV Switchgears with 11KV Switchgear board including battery/battery charger, Replacement of 6.6/0.4KV transformer with 2Nos. 11/0.4KV, 2500KVA dry type transformers, Replacement of 630KVA existing DG set with 2500KVA DG set with bulk & day fuel tank. Replacement of LV MCC with new LV MCC with ICA (PLC/RTU) panel. New earthing and lightning protection system. New UPS for server / control system and LV breaker operation. Replacement of distribution boards, containment system, extract fans, small power and lighting system. Upgrading of all existing control and instrumentations. A modification of existing rising main bypass with new main and associated valves and fittings. New Fire suppression system (FM200) for all electrical panel room. New Firefighting pumps and tank and Fire alarm and evacuation system. Diesel Engine driven skid mounted pump (1 No) & Electrical Pump (1 No’s) of Capacity 800 - 1200 @ 45 l.p.s. to 75 l.p.s. each. New Fire suppression system (FM200) for all electrical panel room. Replace the existing ventilation fans & AC units with appropriate capacity and ventilation ducts.

Job responsibilities
• To coordinate with Client and to manage MEP subcontractor activities for satisfactory work completion.
• To review the Shop drawings and Material submittals for final submission to the Consultant.
• To coordinate with Client, Consultant and Sub-Contractors for Material Approvals.
• To coordinate all MEP utilities & make sure that work has been done as per the specification without clashes
• To Plan day to day site activities and make sure that Mile stones are achieved within time safely.
• To distribute and delegate the site activities to subcontractor efficiently to achieve the target on regular basis.
• To review Method Statement, Check List, Quality Control Plan & Inspection Test Plan.
• To attend FAT/SAT & to assist the Testing Engineer in Testing and Pre-Commissioning activities.
• To raise the Inspection Test Reports and get the approval from the Client.
• Close Coordination with the Quantity surveyor for raising the Invoices.

Electrical Engineer at AlNasr Contracting Company
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • May 2015 to September 2017

Engineering, Designing, Procurement, Construction and Site Management.

Current Project:-
Al Taweelah Alumina Project-Electrical Substation Construction
(1 Nos 220 kV / 33 / 6.6 kV and 9 Nos 33/6.6 kV Substation)

Project Scope:
Electrical System for building services of 10 substations, that includes installation, testing and commissioning of LV Panels including lighting, emergency and exit lights. Earthing and Lightning Protection system. Installation of small power system including DB, JB, and Communication panels complete with CAT 6A cable wired to Patch panel, power, phone and data outlets. Complete HVAC system for the 10 Substations. Complete Fire Protection system and Detection system for 10 Substations including VESDA system (Aspiration type Smoke Detection System).

Previous Project:-

Project Details:-Ruwais Housing Complex Expansion Phase-IV under M/s ADNOC

Project Scope:-
 Construction & Commissioning of Water Reservoir & Pump Station, Evaporation Pond Unit, Sewage Pump Station, Guard Houses including all Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation Works.

 Installation and Commissioning of MCC's & EMCC (with VFDs, Soft Starters, A.T.S. & Meters), PLC/SCADA system, H.V.A.C., Instrumentation works, Clean-Agent Fire Extinguishing System & Fire Alarm System, Communication System including Structured Cabling Network, Active Communication network and Data Processing Equipment, Street Lighting & Interior Lighting, Earthing & Lightning Protection System, L.V. cable, Control cable & Signal cable laying, Irrigation Control System etc.
Job responsibilities
• To prepare the Shop drawings, Material approval and Material take-off.
• To coordinate with Client, Consultant and Sub-Contractors for Material Approvals.
• To Plan day to day site activities and make sure that Mile stones are achieved within time period.
• To distribute and delegate the site activities efficiently to achieve the target on regular basis.
• To prepare Method Statement, Check List, Quality Control Plan & Inspection Test Plan.
• To attend FAT/SAT and to assist the Testing Engineer in Testing and Pre-Commissioning activities.
• To raise the Inspection Test Reports and get the approval from the Client.
• Coordinate with the Quantity surveyor for raising the Invoices.

Electrical Engineer at Gulf Petrochemical Services and Trading L.L.C.
  • Oman
  • March 2013 to November 2014

 To Study Project Scope, General Technical Requirements preparation, Review designing aspects, Single Line Diagram etc.
 To Prepare Load List, General Arrangement, Scheme Review, Bill of quantities preparation, MAS Review/Approval.
 To Execute the Project Construction activities such as Erection, Installation, Testing and commissioning of the Projects.
 Startup activities as per approved design documentation without compromising Quality and Safety aspects.
 Transformer Sizing Calculations, Generator Sizing Calculations, UPS Sizing Calculations, Battery & Battery Charger Sizing Calculations, Power factor Equipment sizing, Cable Sizing & Cable Scheduling.
 Exposure to System studies e.g. - Load Flow, Short Circuit, Motor Starting on ETAP.
 Co-ordinate with client and consultant for engineering and drawings approval, project execution.
 Preparing Project Quality Plan (PQP), ITP, Method statement, testing procedure and formats, final contract completion supports.
 Day to day planning, scheduling, delegation & execution of the work considering the site constraints and coordinating with HO and Client.
 Attending meetings with clients and sub-contractors


 Construction and Commissioning of 33 kV Switch yard, 33 kV OHL system with ELM Conductors on Concrete Pole & Steel towers, 2.5 MVA 11/34.5 kV Power transformers, 33 outdoor circuit breaker, 33 kV Autoreclosers, NER, 33 kV Control and Relay Panel, Control Cabling b/w 11 kV switchboard, 33 kV ODCB, 33 kV CRP & 2.5 MVA transformers, 33kV cable laying from OHL to Transformers, Unit substation for feeding production wells consisting of 33/.433 kV Transformers, Power Distribution board, LV cabling, Earthing system and Lighting system.

Senior Planning Engineer at M/s Vijai Electricals Ltd.
  • India
  • January 2008 to April 2013

Handling project planning, scheduling and handling the projects on time also following up with customer, vendors and different internal departments for Step-by-Step activities getting done during project execution.Coordinating day to day site activities, monitoring the progress, material and manpower arrangement and also maintaining Daily/Weekly Progress Report in ERP. Ensuring materials management and inventory control to maintain smooth flow of materials.Preparing Monthly cash flow to various sites, coordinating Billing and Collection.Involved in the Erection, Testing & Commissioning of Distribution Transformers, 11 k.V. Lines etc. Carrying out Inventory management and arranging the Critical Materials.Conducting audits for ensuring ISO standards.Processing of Client & Subcontractor Bills & settlement of discrepancies.Reviewing and Preparing Change Order Quantities as per the provisions of L.O.A. performing GPS Survey for A.D.B and R.G.G.V.Y. Projects, preparation of survey drawings and BOQ.Conducting review meetings with the Client Officials, preparing M.O.M.s, organizing Internal Review Meetings, Preparing MIS report and training programs for clients for system maintenance, conduct of Energy Audit, reduction of AT&C Losses etc.Involved in various Billing process like L.D. calculation, P.V. claims, C.S.T. claims & Service Tax claims. Accountable for conducting quality aspects analysis, safety control and implementing strict adherence to safety measures & techniques, defects prevention and quality planning.Executing cost saving techniques and modifications. Skillfully developing & monitoring the performance of multi-skilled work force thereby enhancing productivity.Liaising with various professional and statutory agencies for speedy clearance and execution of projects.Directing, leading & motivating workforce; imparting continuous on job training for accomplishing greater operational effectiveness/ efficiency and preparation of Supervisor wise Productivity Report.

Education

Higher diploma, ETAP & Electrical Designing
  • at Smart Brains Academy
  • February 2015

Designing Calculation of Various Equipments such as Breaker,Transformer,Generator etc and ETAP,DAILUX,CGLUX software for Load study,Short Circuit Study etc.

Master's degree, Energy Management
  • at University of Hyderabad
  • January 2011

P.G. Diploma in Energy Management from University of Hyderabad , University of Hyderabad- 2011 with 71.42%

Bachelor's degree, Electrical & Electronics
  • at Mar Athnasius College of Engineering
  • August 2007

Was a Member of N.S.S.

High school or equivalent, Science
  • at G.D.E.M. School
  • January 2002

XIIth Science/ Computer from G.D.E.M. School, Guruvayoor A.I.S.S.C.E 2002 with 71.40 %

Specialties & Skills

Languages

Hindi
Intermediate
Malayalam
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

Was a Member of N.S.S
  • Member

Training and Certifications

Authorized Gas Tester (Training)
Training Institute:
3D Training Services
Date Attended:
August 2014
Duration:
8 hours
H2S Awareness & Escape (Training)
Training Institute:
Oxy
Date Attended:
June 2014
Duration:
8 hours
On Job (Training)
Training Institute:
Vijai Electricals Ltd.
Date Attended:
January 2008

Hobbies

  • Swimming,Football
    Was a part of School football team