ANAND KUMAR SAKTHIVEL
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Madurai
Summary
Dedicated and experienced protection and testing engineer with 8 years of expertise in 220kV/400kV substations seeking a challenging role where I can utilize my skills and knowledge to ensure the reliable operation of electrical systems.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Sunvik Steels Pvt Ltd
07.2015 - Current
- Conducted relay protection testing and commissioning for 220kV/400kV substations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Developed and executed test plans, procedures, and protocols for relay protection systems, including distance, differential, and overcurrent relays.
- Analyzed relay protection settings and coordination studies to optimize system performance and reliability.
- Troubleshot and resolved relay protection system faults, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation of electrical networks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate maintenance activities and implement system upgrades.
- Maintained accurate documentation of testing procedures, results, and equipment configurations for regulatory compliance.
- Updated hardware and software platforms by implementing automation and efficiency improvements.
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Avaaco Elect Sys
11.2012 - 06.2015
- Troubleshot various types of equipment during installation and processes.
- Streamlined preventive maintenance processes by creating detailed schedules and checklists for electrical systems.
- Increased equipment lifespan through implementation of predictive maintenance techniques such as thermal imaging and vibration analysis.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
P.T.R. College of Engineering & Technology
Madurai, India 04.2001 -
Diploma in Engineering - Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Sri Ramakrishna Polytechnic College
Coimbatore, India 04.2001 -
Skills
System Maintenance
Test Documentation
Specialized Testing Equipment
Task Prioritization
Technical issue resolution
Relay Testing
Preventive Maintenance
Electrical Safety
Circuit design understanding
Switchgear Maintenance
Timeline
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Sunvik Steels Pvt Ltd
07.2015 - Current
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Avaaco Elect Sys
11.2012 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
P.T.R. College of Engineering & Technology
04.2001 -
Diploma in Engineering - Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Sri Ramakrishna Polytechnic College
04.2001 -