Malai Sundaram
Lara,VIC
Summary
A highly experienced Chartered Electrical Engineer with 12 years of exposure in HV primary design, Construction, and Engineering for the port. Passionate about providing a service that facilitates Construction and Electrical safety standard compliance whilst maximizing efficiency. Exceptional communication skills to lead successful negotiations and manage relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Vast experience in developing Quality and OHS manual
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power Electrical Engineer
O'Brien Electrical & Engineering Contractors
Ballarat , VIC
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports on high voltage electrical systems and components for project review.
- Developed calculation for CT sizing and Metering CT for High voltage electrical systems.
- Develop Single line diagram and perform short circuit analysis based on IEC60909.
- Develop load flow analysis for high voltage network
- Evaluated project scope to estimate costs and set timelines for project delivery via Microsoft project
- Rendered technical drawings and electrical systems specifications according to Australian standards.
- Monitored installation and operations to consistently meet rigorous customer requirements.
- Develop electrical maximum demand calculation based on Australian standards and client briefs.
- Conducted projects and performance presentations to clients and company executives.
- Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports for quality assurance purposes.
- Retested electrical products and systems to determine effect of modifications.
- Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems.
- Established and maintained effective communication with clients and contractors.
- Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion.
- Implemented and approved design control procedures for electrical development in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Initiated project management knowledge study and subsequently standardized project management practices.
- Analyzed and documented test results to comply with Australian standards and good practise.
Electrical Engineer
McConnell Dowell
Singapore / Australia
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Evaluated up to 33 kV electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
- Performed switching procedures on existing 11kV &33kV systems.
- Mentored junior engineers job-specific tasks and application of High voltage electrical networks.
- Validated performance of substation product and subsystem performance through simulation and laboratory testing.
- Leveraged mastery of AutoCAD Electrical Toolset to develop and document electrical schematics.
- Inspected and performed validation testing for designed systems and third-party installations.
- Proposed electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency.
- Monitored operations of electrical devices for high voltage substation compliance with safety protocols.
- Performed in-depth electrical calculations for metering purposes and power factor correction
- Used ETAP to create prototype model and analyze worst case scenario of high voltage electrical network.
- Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes.
Electrical Engineer
Exceltech
Brunei , Seria
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Inspected completed installations to observe operations and verify conformance to design and equipment specifications.
- Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
- Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
- Supervised construction and pre-commissioning of electrical rooms and substations.
- Verified viability and compliance for systems and circuits.
- Developed engineering documentation detailing system requirements and diagnostic procedures.
- Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes.
- Used established formulae to calculate current loads and short circuit currents.
- Performed in-depth electrical acceptance testing of completed hardware.
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Bureau Veritas
Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
01.2011 - 12.2016
- Leveraged mastery of AutoCAD Electrical Toolset to develop and document electrical schematics.
- Performed in-depth electrical acceptance testing of completed hardware.
- Reduced electrical construction hazards with upgraded safety policies and stringent enforcement.
- Monitored manufacturing operations of electrical devices for compliance with safety protocols.
- Inspected and performed validation testing for designed systems and third-party installations.
- Identified specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations.
- Evaluated power needs for various systems.
- Validated product and subsystem performance through simulation and laboratory testing.
Quality Engineer
ABB
Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Partnered with senior management to analyze issues and find appropriate solutions.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Recommended revisions to internal controls and operational and management policies and procedures.
- Facilitated process improvements to successfully decrease errors.
- Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics
University of East London
U.K04.2009
Skills
- Planning and Coordination
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Mastery in Autocad
- Qualified ISO 9001 Auditor
- Experience in Hazardous Area Auditing
- Expert Lighting Design
- Expert in Lightning and EMC design
- Expert in Metering Calculation -Power networks
Certification
- MIEAust CPEng NER-Engineers Australia
- Registered Professional Engineer Victoria - PE0008879
- Registered Professional Engineer Queensland - 22910
- Certified Auditor for Hazardous Area Based on IEC/AS 60079
- Lead Auditor ISO 9001-2015
Timeline
Power Electrical Engineer
O'Brien Electrical & Engineering Contractors
01.2021 - Current
Electrical Engineer
McConnell Dowell
03.2018 - 10.2020
Electrical Engineer
Exceltech
01.2016 - 03.2018
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Bureau Veritas
01.2011 - 12.2016
Quality Engineer
ABB
01.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics
University of East London
- MIEAust CPEng NER-Engineers Australia
- Registered Professional Engineer Victoria - PE0008879
- Registered Professional Engineer Queensland - 22910
- Certified Auditor for Hazardous Area Based on IEC/AS 60079
- Lead Auditor ISO 9001-2015
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