SANTHOSH REDDY MEKALA
Perth,WA
Summary
Industrious and intrinsically driven electrical engineer with 5 years of professional experience across various roles, including substation engineering, electrical engineering, project engineering, project management, and electrical design engineering. Experience spans diverse sectors such as mining, manufacturing, and construction in Australia and overseas. Registered professional electrical engineer and member with Engineers Australia (EA). Working towards achieving Chartered Engineer/National Engineering Register (NER) status with Engineers Australia (EA). Current focus on securing positions in the electrical industry with managerial or technical responsibilities. Dedicated to pioneering progress in renewable energy, specifically solar energy and battery storage systems. Solid understanding of theoretical principles and extensive hands-on research to introduce innovative approaches that enhance efficiency and seamless integration. Committed to ecological preservation and facilitating the shift towards cleaner energy alternatives. Envision playing a central role in shaping the trajectory of renewable energy, addressing global energy challenges, and harnessing the potential of solar and advanced energy storage technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Control Systems Engineer (Secondment)
RIO TINTO Iron Ore Operations
06.2024 - Current
- Working on specific projects as part of secondment contract
- Designing electrical control systems for Reclaimers as part of whole PLC upgrade
- Creating detailed electrical schematics, single line diagrams, cable schedules, termination and general arrangement drawings
- Working closely with client and support with construction works on-site which includes design reviews, procuring materials, construction documents, QA/AC documentation, ITRs, MDRs, ITPs, JHAs etc
- Developing technical specifications for control systems, including selecting appropriate sensors, actuators, and control devices
- Working closely with other engineers, technicians, and stakeholders to develop and implement control systems
- Communicating with clients to understand their requirements and provide technical support
- Working closely with client on-site at Cape Lambert with resolving drawing issues and discrepancies across drawings vs field wiring/equipment
- Potential to continue to work 3.3kV and 6.6kV High Voltage (HV) relay upgrade project across after PLC upgrade project
- Assigning the designing work to drafting and reviewing the drafting to ensure to compliant ISO 9001 quality checks
- Traveling to sites with FIFO roster, working directly with clients.
Electrical Design Engineer
CADDS Group Pty Ltd.
03.2023 - Current
- Creating detailed design drawings, including schematic, termination, and line diagrams for power distribution and control system design projects
- Selecting IO, instrumentation, and control equipment and preparing the necessary data for all related detailed design drawings
- Producing documentation that includes the selection and specification of transformers, switchboards, protection devices, cables, and motors
- Producing documentation demonstrating low voltage calculations and studies, covering maximum demand, cable selection, protection settings, discrimination, fault analysis, let-through energy, arc flash, lightning protection, and earthing design
- Traveling to sites, working directly with clients, and capturing details of existing power and control system installations
- Producing detailed scopes of work and cost estimates
- Excellent experience working with equipment’s like Emerson, Schneider, Siemens, ABB & Weidmuller etc
- Preparing and utilizing spreadsheets for control system design
- Excellent understanding of AS 3000, AS 3008, AS 1768, Rio Tinto Electrical standard and specifications, Western Australian Electrical Requirements, BHP Electrical Standards and specifications, Roy Hill Electrical standards and specifications
- Preparing Safety in Design (SID) reports, Pre-Feasibility study reports and Feasibility study reports
- Managing the production of electrical design drawings and documentation that strictly adhere to the required internal standards and client design criteria in a timely and efficient manner.
Electrical Project Engineer
ACE Electrical Infrastructure Pty Ltd.
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Reviewing and planning projects with the Project Manager to ensure technical aspects of each job are clear
- Overseeing designs and reviewing accordingly
- Providing technical support for Electrical related technical-based queries
- Assisting with purchasing of materials for projects by assessing quantities and completing purchase orders
- Managing technical interfaces between disciplines, equipment suppliers, and subcontractors
- Creating Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) and work packages for electrical installation projects
- Successfully managed up to $15 million projects including CAPEX and OPEX projects
- Solid project engineering experience in HV, LV and ELV projects
- Managing RFI process with the client and design consultants from a construction viewpoint
- Excellent Knowledge of current Australian electrical standards (AS/NZS 3000:2018, AS/NZS 3008.1.1.2017, AS/NZS 61439, VSIR, AS/NZS 4024.1:2019 & Manual of Infrastructure Electrical Engineering (MIEE) standards for Australian Defence
- Preparing monthly budget forecast, sending RFI’s on projects to clients, sending variations, sending invoices and purchase orders
- Scheduling and managing the resources with planned tasks to in-line with project requirements
- Conducted thorough site assessments to ensure accurate project planning, resource allocation and resource management
- Implemented lean principles to optimized workflows and reduce waste, resulting in a 15% increase in overall project efficiency
- Site based engineering support and commissioning support with Factory Acceptance Test & Site Acceptance Test
- Preparing, scheduling, coordinating and monitoring engineering tasks and other technical activities related to the project
- Preparing and reviewing site and project essential documents like ITP’s, SWMS, PMP, CMP, CHMP, CHP, OEMs, JHA/SWMS, MDR and other relevant Technical Documents
- Excellent Knowledge of current Australian electrical standards (AS/NZS 3000:2018, AS/NZS 3008.1.1.2017, AS/NZS 61439, VSIR, AS/NZS 4024.1:2019 & Manual of Infrastructure Electrical Engineering (MIEE) standards for Australian Defence.
Electrical Project Engineer
DARA Switchboards
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted in creating, tendering, managing, and closing out the SMPE&I Supply and Installation Contract
- Managed Electrical switchboards portions of the MCC’s and Distribution boards contract both offsite and onsite during construction
- Reviewed documentation to ensure technical aspects of the package are well-defined
- Developed scope to ensure sub-contract suppliers and site installation scopes are well-defined
- Served as a focal point for all electrical switchboards, MCCs & Distribution Boards focused technical and construction-based queries from the Contractor
- Liaised with in-house and external designers as required for project completion
- Ensured HSEQ requirements of the project are adhered to and company procedures are followed
- Managed minor procurement packages and track project expenditure in relation to scope and budget
- Assisted in project document and drawing control
- Scheduling and planning the tasks to right resources
- Managed and reviewed/approved Contractor documentation throughout the Contract life
- Preparing technical documentation like ITRs, OEMs & SWMS for FAT and SAT
- Performing all duties in accordance with AS 3000, AS 3000 & AS 61439.
Electrical Engineer Intern
Cablex Pty Ltd.
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Performed calculation protection settings for LV and HV assets
- Worked with project team to fully develop system integration of protection, control and monitoring systems
- Efficiently drafted protection & control design using AutoCAD for distribution & customer connection projects
- Coordinated and Managed design phase of project
- Implementing and developing design strategies
- Evaluated design deliverables and meeting project deliverables on time and budget.
Electrical Substation Engineer
Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL)
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Led the design and engineering of multiple 132kV/33kV substations, from conceptualization to commissioning, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications
- Preparing Tender Documents and Managing contractual documents against international standards and ensuring local mining regulations and international standards including IEEE 80-2013, IEEE60364, IEEE61936-1, IEEE62271-1 & IEC60076
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to select appropriate equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, and protective relays, for optimal performance and safety
- Prepared and reviewed technical documentation, including single-line diagrams, layout drawings, protection and control schemes, and equipment specifications
- Managed project schedules and budgets, overseeing procurement, construction, and testing phases to ensure timely completion and adherence to financial targets
- Provided technical guidance to junior engineers, offering mentorship and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.
Education
Master of Engineering by Research (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) -
Victoria University
Bachelor of Technology (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) -
JNTU Hyderabad
Skills
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, One Note, Share point, Schedule, Planner, Teams, Projects, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Programming Languages: C, C, OOPS, Python, Julia and Embedded C
- Electrical Software Applications: OpenDSS, OpenDSS-G, PSPICE, PSIM, AUTOCAD (Electrical), SOLIDWORKS, NAVISWORKS, MATLAB & Open Buildings Designer & POWERCAD
- Other Software’s: SAP, CRM, Salesforce, JIRA, Unify
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Engineering Documentation
TICKETS/ QUALIFICATIONS
- Construction Induction White Card
- Australian Driver’s License
- Confined Space entry card (MSMPER200, MSMPER205 & RIIWHS202E)
- Confined Space Breathing Apparatus (MSMWHS216, PUAFIR207 & PUAFIR207)
- PilZ Machine SAFE Comprehensive Certified Training ticket on machine safety as pe AS/NZS 4024:2019 series
- RTIO Isolation theory Training, Lock Holder & Site Essentials.
- Registered Professional Engineer from Engineers Australia (EA)
- Member of Institute of Engineers Australia (MIEAust)
References
Available on Request.
Timeline
Electrical Control Systems Engineer (Secondment)
RIO TINTO Iron Ore Operations
06.2024 - Current
Electrical Design Engineer
CADDS Group Pty Ltd.
03.2023 - Current
Electrical Project Engineer
ACE Electrical Infrastructure Pty Ltd.
03.2021 - 02.2023
Electrical Project Engineer
DARA Switchboards
07.2020 - 03.2021
Electrical Engineer Intern
Cablex Pty Ltd.
10.2018 - 03.2019
Electrical Substation Engineer
Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL)
02.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Engineering by Research (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) -
Victoria University
Bachelor of Technology (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) -
JNTU Hyderabad
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