Aravinthan Ravikumar
Electrical Engineer
Bahrain
Summary
Detail-oriented and dedicated professional with extensive experience in electrical erection, commissioning, operations, and maintenance within the oil and gas, petrochemicals, and LNG terminal industries. Strong expertise in switchgears, numerical relays, soft starters, variable speed drives (VSD), transformers, high voltage shore connections, medium voltage frequency converters, and new technology of ABB and Schneider. Proven ability to enhance operational effectiveness of equipment, reduce production breakdown and downtime by providing recommendations on leading practices for regulatory compliance. Articulate communicator with solid leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Electrical Supervisor
Seapeak Bahrain LNG
2023.02 - Current
- Lead comprehensive electrical maintenance operations for onshore and offshore LNG terminal facilities
- Direct team of electrical engineers and technicians, ensuring optimal performance of critical systems
- Oversee equipment upgrades and modifications while maintaining hazardous area classification compliance
- Developed and standardized comprehensive subcontractor agreements, incorporating key performance metrics, payment schedules, and scope of work definitions, resulting in reduction in contract-related disputes and improved project delivery timelines
- Analyzed work requirements to determine resource allocation, including labor hours, expertise requirements, materials, and equipment criticality
- Provided rapid response to equipment failures, coordinating with operations to address business continuity and safety concerns
- Led electrical and HVAC maintenance teams, ensuring comprehensive work packages with detailed scopes and execution plans
- Oversaw quality control through thorough work reviews and system testing protocols
- Maintained detailed documentation of maintenance activities in management systems, including repair histories, component replacements, and time tracking
- Generated actionable insights for preventive maintenance strategies
- Managed procurement processes for specialized materials and evaluated proposals for electrical system upgrades and modifications
- Spearheaded initiatives to modernize outdated equipment and enhance existing engineering infrastructure
- Actively contributed to design reviews and commissioning procedures for new and modified systems
- Facilitated daily safety briefings and cross-functional meetings with operations and planning teams to establish priorities and coordinate maintenance activities
- Ensured strict adherence to Management of Change (MOC) protocols
- Optimized preventive maintenance schedules and spare parts inventory for both onshore and offshore electrical systems
- Performed complex troubleshooting of critical equipment malfunctions and implemented corrective measures
- Developed and regularly updated comprehensive maintenance strategies, including condition monitoring and testing protocols
- Served as technical expert in root cause analysis of equipment failures, providing detailed assessments and improvement recommendations
Electrical Technician/Acting Supervisor-Electrical
ADNOC Gas Processing
2013.09 - 2023.01
- Company Overview: Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Conducted comprehensive testing and verification of protection schemes across various ABB relay systems, including REF630, REF615, RET615, and REM615 configurations
- Managed maintenance and troubleshooting operations for complex power systems, encompassing 11kV, 6.6kV, and 3.3kV motors, transformers, diesel engines, multi-voltage starters, and critical power supply systems
- Specialized in commissioning and maintenance of advanced ABB ACS5000 and ACS1000 variable speed drives, including both water- and air-cooled systems
- Provided vigilant oversight of electrical network parameters, maintaining seamless coordination with downstream plant operations to ensure operational reliability and safety
- Led comprehensive incident investigations, including root cause analyses and trip assessments, developing strategic recommendations for plant optimization
- Developed and maintained detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and compliance documentation for ISO certification requirements
- Led the execution of Energy Management System initiatives for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with guidelines while monitoring action plans and driving implementation of energy efficiency measures
- Demonstrated expertise in preventive and corrective maintenance across diverse electrical systems, including high and low-tension switchgear, power distribution components, and critical safety systems, following established SOPs and Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs)
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Succeeded in completing the firmware upgrade and central processing unit (CPU) card replacement in accordance with ABB REF630 and REF615 relays
- Oversaw the relay coordination and Implementation for whole Habshan five plants, which resulted in achieving cost saving of more than $150K
- Ensured alignment with voltage and switchboard wise in developing relay test procedure for all protection relays, such as overcurrent, earth fault, differential protection, and restricted earth fault protection
Manager-Electrical Engineer
Reliance Industries Limited
2008.07 - 2013.08
- Company Overview: Jamnagar, GJ, India
- Expert in configuring and analyzing diverse Siemens numerical relay systems (7SJ600, 7SJ61, 7SJ62, 7SJ64, 7UT, 7SD) and P&B relays (MV, AMV, FV, AFV), with comprehensive fault analysis capabilities
- Successfully integrated ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 standards through IMS implementation, strengthening organizational processes
- Key member of safety committees, contributing to workplace safety enhancement initiatives and management protocols
- Directed contract workforce in daily maintenance operations, optimizing resource allocation and team performance
- Applied advanced diagnostic techniques including thermography, partial discharge testing, and transformer oil analysis to enhance equipment reliability
- Mastered Siemens DIGSI and ABB PCM600 platforms for sophisticated relay programming, fault analysis, and logic verification
- Monitored site operations and project timelines while maintaining strict budget adherence and cost control measures
- Conducted in-depth reviews of electrical system documentation, including SLDs, circuit schematics, and protection schemes for both high and low-tension systems
- Jamnagar, GJ, India
- Contributed in the commissioning of company’s second refinery complex in Jamnagar
- Accomplished the replacement of Siemens 7SJ551 to with 7SJ6211 relay on net gas compressor in the Aromatics Unit, which enabled breaker failure protection to ensure upstream trip for transformer main breaker failure
Programmer Analyst Trainee, Portal Development
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd
2007.08 - 2008.06
- Company Overview: Bangalore, KA, India
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, TNSkills
Electrical Maintenance and Repair
Electrical Equipment commissioning and Installation
Root Cause Analysis
Protection systems
SCADA Systems
Maintenance Management
Power distribution systems
Strategic Planning and Implementation
Policies and Procedures Development
Inventory control and budgeting
Strong communication
Familiarity with international design codes
Electrical standards
High/Medium Voltage switch gear maintenance
Protection Relays
Reliability Study
Electrical installation
Control systems
Electrical troubleshooting
Transformer maintenance
Electrical testing
Project management
Switchgear maintenance
Motor controls
Substation operations
Electrical system design
Power distribution
Energy management
Variable frequency drives
Arc flash analysis
Preventative maintenance
Resource management
Interpersonal skills
Professional Development
- Oracle Java Developer (formerly SCJP), Sun Microsystems, demonstrating expertise in Java programming fundamentals
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Bureau of Energy Efficiency, validating proficiency in energy management and optimization
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
Qualifications Summary
Multifaceted, detail-oriented, and dedicated professional, with extensive experience in electrical erection, commissioning, operations, and maintenance within oil and gas, petrochemicals, and LNG terminal. Armed with strong expertise in latest switchgears, numerical relays, soft starters, variable speed drive (VSD) transformer, high voltage shore connection, medium voltage frequency converters and all new technology of ABB and Schneider. Equipped with proven ability in enhancing operational effectiveness of equipment, as well as reducing production breakdown and downtime by providing recommendations on leading practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Articulate communicator with solid leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, organizational skills.
Technical certifications
- IEC Ex Certifications, Ex 001: Basic Principles, Ex 003: Installation, Ex 004: Maintenance, Ex 006: Testing, Ex 007: Visual & Close Inspection, Ex 008: Detailed Inspection
- High Voltage Power Systems Specialist, The Faraday Center, UK, Advanced certification in marine and offshore high voltage operations, Focus on safe management and control of maritime power systems
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Tamil Nadu, India
- Date of Birth: 07/09/86
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Electrical Supervisor
Seapeak Bahrain LNG
2023.02 - Current
Electrical Technician/Acting Supervisor-Electrical
ADNOC Gas Processing
2013.09 - 2023.01
Manager-Electrical Engineer
Reliance Industries Limited
2008.07 - 2013.08
Programmer Analyst Trainee, Portal Development
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd
2007.08 - 2008.06
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Anna University