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# Gaurav Pravin Rao on Tal

## Headline

Testing, Commissioning Lead \| Site Services \| Team Lead \| Project Planning \| After Sales & Technical Services \| Maintenance Expert \| 13yrs Experience \| Critical Power Systems \| Data Center, Industrial, Oil & Gas Projects

## About

Electrical Professional with 13 years of specialized experience in LV switchgear, supporting mission\-critical operations across industrial infrastructure and high\-demand environments\. Proven expertise in ensuring reliability, uptime, and operational continuity—key requirements for large\-scale manufacturing facilities and data centers\. I bring strong hands\-on experience in end\-to\-end electrical project execution, including testing & commissioning, site operations, fault diagnostics and maintenance of critical power systems\. My work has consistently focused on minimizing downtime, optimizing system performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards\. With a deep understanding of power distribution systems \(PCC/MCC\), I have played a key role in delivering projects where uninterrupted power and rapid fault resolution are business\-critical\. ⚡ Core Competencies: • Data Center Project Execution • Critical Power Systems: UPS, DG, DRUPS, ATS • HV/LV Distribution \(22kV, Transformers, Switchgear\) • Redundancy Planning • Design Review, Shop Drawings, Technical Submittals • FAT, SAT & Integrated System Testing \(IST\) • QA/QC, Compliance & Documentation \(NEC, IEEE, Uptime\) • Vendor, Contractor & Stakeholder Management • Project Planning, Scheduling & Cost Control • Risk Management, Safety & Site Execution • Power Quality \(AHF, PFC\) & Load Management • LV/MV Switchgear Systems \(MCC, PCC, MDB\) – Schneider, L&K, ABB, Eaton • Power Quality System \(PFC, AHF, PMU\) – Varset, VarPlus, PCS\+, PCSn • Shutdown & Breakdown Management • Root Cause Analysis \(RCA\) • Team Management

## Location

Doha

## Work experience

Site \| Service Lead at Binghalib Engineering Qatar, May 2019 \- Present · 7 yrs 2 mos, Doha, Qatar, •Schneider Electric Franchise Partner •Led end\-to\-end after sales service & site management across critical infrastructure sectors, driving operational excellence, customer satisfaction, business growth\. •Managed complete service lifecycle including planning, execution, commissioning, troubleshooting, retrofitting & modernization of switchgear systems\. •Acted as a techno\-commercial lead, converting customer requirements into cost\-effective engineering solutions aligned with performance & quality standards\. •Coordinated technical discussions with consultants, clients to align with specifications & compliance\. •Managed multiple concurrent projects with effective resource planning, scheduling & execution to meet timelines, scope & objectives\. •Reviewed outputs from engineering, estimation teams to ensure accuracy, constructability\. •Led FAT/SAT activities including test procedure preparation as per ITPs, execution & successful client acceptance, handover\. •Handled critical breakdowns, troubleshooting activities, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid restoration\. •Oversaw design modifications, ensuring compatibility with site conditions and customer requirements\. •Coordinated with logistics & site teams to ensure timely material availability and smooth project execution\. •Managed key accounts & delivered projects across MOI, MOD, data centers \(Meeza, Google, Microsoft\), QatarEnergy, Qatar Gas, Ashghal, & Kahramaa\. •Led legacy system upgrades, retrofitting & modernization initiatives to enhance reliability and lifecycle performance\. •Drove service business development initiatives by identifying opportunities, expanding service offerings & strengthening client engagement\. •Delivered technical presentations & maintenance consultations, promoting lifecycle management\. •Ensured compliance with safety standards & quality systems\. •Conducted technical training & knowledge transfer sessions for clients for operational efficiency & maintenance\.

Assistant Service Manager at Arrowhead Switchgear Contracting, Nov 2017 \- Mar 2019 · 1 yr 5 mos, Doha,Qatar, • Schneider Electric Service Partner\. • Established and expanded new customer base across the region by identifying opportunities and building strategic relationships\. • Provided advanced technical solutions to customers for enhancement, reliability improvement, and optimization of LV switchgear systems\. • Specialized in modification and maintenance services for M/s Schneider Electric systems, ensuring high\-quality execution and compliance\. • Managed and nurtured long\-term customer relationships, ensuring repeat business and high customer satisfaction\. • Represented the organization at customer and industry platforms, showcasing technical expertise and service capabilities\. • Led team building initiatives and conducted technical training programs to enhance team competency and performance\. • Managed end\-to\-end sales and service execution, ensuring timely delivery, quality compliance, and operational efficiency\. • Successfully secured and executed maintenance and service contracts for prestigious clients, contributing to business growth and revenue expansion\. • Brands familiar & handled are: Schneider, L & K, ABB, Danfoss, Siemens, Eaton

Executive Engineer at Reliance Life Sciences, Jun 2015 \- Oct 2017 · 2 yrs 5 mos, Rabale, Navi Mumbai, • Managed central utilities of the facility, ensuring uninterrupted and reliable operation of critical infrastructure systems\. • Handled end\-to\-end operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical utilities to support continuous plant performance\. • Led planning and execution of new plant projects, coordinating with cross\-functional teams for timely and efficient delivery\. • Directed troubleshooting and rectification activities, leading teams from the front to resolve critical breakdowns and minimize downtime\. • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and audit guidelines from multiple authorities including Indian, British, and US food safety agencies\. • Managed a wide range of utilities including 22kV HV systems, 415V LV substations, 600–1200 TR chiller plants, boilers \(5–10 tons\), ETP systems, air compressors, and HVAC systems\. • Coordinated with BMS \(Building Management System\) teams for real\-time monitoring, control, and optimization of electrical and mechanical systems\. • Focused on improving system reliability, operational efficiency, and preventive maintenance practices across all critical utilities\. • Brands Handled: L & T, ABB

DG SS Engineer at Reliance Industries Limited, Oct 2014 \- Jun 2015 · 9 mos, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai, Reliance Jio Infocomm: Internet Data Center 1 & 2 • Managed end\-to\-end operation and maintenance of critical electrical infrastructure in Tier IV data center environments, ensuring high availability and adherence to SLA/uptime requirements\. • Performed routine preventive and predictive maintenance \(PPM\) of 11kv, 6\.6kv & LV switchgear, transformers, MCC, 1\.2MW DG, DRUPS in line with standard maintenance procedures and data center operational guidelines\. • Executed troubleshooting and rapid fault isolation of electrical systems to minimize downtime and maintain continuity of critical IT load\. • Conducted root cause analysis \(RCA\) of electrical incidents and implemented corrective and preventive actions \(CAPA\) to enhance system reliability and prevent recurrence\. • Ensured compliance with data center operational standards, safety protocols, and best practices aligned with critical facility management frameworks\. • Coordinated with cross\-functional teams to plan and execute maintenance activities without impacting live data center operations\. • Managed mechanical infrastructure operations including HVAC systems to maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels for IT equipment\. • Coordinated with mechanical teams for operation and maintenance of 1200 TR\- chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and associated cooling systems supporting redundancy configurations\. • Ensured timely preventive maintenance of FCU, AHU, and PAC units to sustain efficient cooling performance and environmental stability\. • Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving system uptime, operational efficiency, and reliability of critical infrastructure\. • Delivered technical training and knowledge transfer sessions to operations teams to strengthen competency in handling critical systems and emergency response scenarios\. • Brands Handled: L & T

Graduate Engineering Trainee at Reliance Industries Limited, Nov 2013 \- Sep 2014 · 11 mos, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai, Reliance Retail: 1\. IFMS \- Looking after for West Zone & North Zone of India for MEP services 2\. Implementation of centralized lodging of regional & Pan India based technical queries 3\. Close monitoring & solution provider for technical queries 4\. Supplier arrangement & ensuring timely support to the field for interrupted services

Graduate Engineering Trainee \(RYB Electrical PVT Limited\) at Reliance Industries Limited, Jun 2013 \- Nov 2013 · 6 mos, Kalyan Area, India, Testing and Commissioning of: 1\. Medium, Low Voltage & Motor Control Center Switchgear 2\. Transformers 3\. Protection Relays 4\. Scheme checks 5\. Drawing verification 6\. L & T make switchgear panel

## Education

B\.E, Electrical Engineering, Indira Gandhi College of Engineering

Post Graduate Diploma, Electrical power system designing, Suvidya Institute of Technology

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