Ramasubramaniam Pattabi

Siemens Technology Services Private Limited | Electrical Engineer to Senior Lead Electrical Engineer

2012 – 2019 | Electrical Engineer

• Initiated career as an Electrical Engineer at Siemens' U.S. manufacturing facility specializing in low-voltage switchgear production.
• Engaged in tendering processes, including the study of tender specifications, preparation of Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), and formulation of both commercial and technical offers.
• Verified customer specifications, developed order drawings for approval, and facilitated on-site approvals with end customers and stakeholders.
• Led post-approval detailed engineering activities, encompassing the preparation of Bills of Materials (BoMs), production drawings, and support for production, testing, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) until shipment.

2019 – 2021 | Lead Electrical Engineer

• Promoted to Lead Electrical Engineer, overseeing a team of four engineers while continuing to manage personal project responsibilities.
• Provided training and support for projects executed by the team, fostering skill development and ensuring project success.

2021 – Present | Senior Lead Electrical Engineer

• Elevated to Senior Lead Electrical Engineer with the responsibility of managing the "Russelectric Siemens Business" portfolio.
• Established and expanded a dedicated team from 2 to 6 functions, comprising approximately 30 resources, to support the growing business needs.
• Conducted multiple business development trips to the U.S. (Texas, Massachusetts, Oklahoma) to enhance the business portfolio.
• Organized and led technical events, engineering team offsites, and training programs, engaging audiences of up to 80 participants and fostering professional development within the organization.

ABB India Ltd. | 2011 (Feb) –2011 (Dec)

• Customer Engagement & Order Conversion: Acted as a pivotal liaison between internal and external clients, effectively translating Requests for Quotation (RFQs) into successful orders.
• Technical & Commercial Proposal Development: Led the end-to-end process of reviewing customer specifications, participating in clarification and demonstration meetings, and preparing comprehensive techno-commercial offers for the supply of low-voltage systems, including Power Control Centres (PCC), Motor Control Centres (MCC), and Power Distribution Boards (PDBs). These designs adhered to IEC 61439-1/-2 and IEC TR 61641 standards.new.abb.com+1new.abb.com+1
• Strategic Market Focus: Initially managed both internal ABB customers (e.g., Oil & Gas, Pulp & Paper sectors) and external clients. Recognizing the potential within internal accounts and adhering to stringent policy and discount frameworks, transitioned to exclusively handle internal ABB customers, with an emphasis on increasing order conversions.
• Pre-Sales Technical Support: Provided expert technical assistance during the pre-order phase, addressing customer queries and supporting front-end sales personnel in technical discussions and negotiations.
• Performance Achievement: Achieved 25% of the annual target in the first year, demonstrating a strong foundation in sales and marketing within the low-voltage systems sector.

2008 – 2010 | Design Engineer Trainee

• Developed technical and commercial offers for the supply of Low Voltage Switchboards – BLOKSET, ensuring compliance with IEC standards such as IEC 60364 and IEC 61439.en.wikipedia.org+1api.occupop.com+1
• Addressed customer queries during the pre-order stage, facilitated factory visits, and conducted customer visits to discuss proposals.
• Prepared general arrangement, busbar arrangement, single-line, and schematic diagrams for manufacturing during the post-order stage.
• Developed communication layouts and schematic drawings.slaters-electricals.com
• Coordinated approvals for drawings, design, and project execution-related activities.

2010 – 2011 | Lead Engineer – Sales & Marketing

• Promoted to Lead Engineer, focusing on Sales and Marketing, collaborating closely with the Marketing Head.
• Served as the primary point of contact for customers, conducting site visits to understand requirements, modifications, and retrofit needs.
• Coordinated with purchasing, project, and production teams to execute projects efficiently.
• Managed customer follow-ups during the commissioning and erection phases of switchboards.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully installed and commissioned the System Manager Software for Main PCC panels at M/s. National Autoclave Limited – Bangalore and M/s. TATA Communications Limited – Kolkata.
• Led the design and development of LT Switchboards (PMCC) with communication capabilities for exhibitions: Elecrama 2008 (Bengaluru) and Elecrama 2010 (Mumbai).
• Configured Schneider Electric's TeSys T motor protection relays at M/s. Jindal Steel Limited – Bellary, Karnataka.
• Played a pivotal role in the estimation and design of low-voltage switchboards for the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), securing the first order for Phase-1, which included four stations.