Basil Avarachan
Dartford,KEN
Summary
Experienced Electronics & Instrumentation Technician | 11+ Years in Electronics, Process Control Instrumentation, and Biomedical Engineering
A highly skilled Electronics and Instrumentation Technician with over 11 years of diverse technical experience, including 5 years specializing in electronic assembly, calibration, and repair within ballistic instrumentation manufacturing. Proven ability in system modification, installation, PCB assembly, and advanced fault diagnosis. Extensive expertise in process control instrumentation with hands-on experience in power plants, refineries, and healthcare systems. Proficient in PCB and harness manufacturing, soldering, and electrical system assembly, with a strong background in testing, calibration, repair, and commissioning of electronic and ballistic instruments. Additionally, experienced in fiber optic splicing and adept at working with schematic diagrams, conducting product tests, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Skilled at collaborating with engineers on prototype builds and managing site teams to ensure safe, high-quality installations. Now seeking to leverage expertise in electronics testing, calibration, and repair in a dynamic avionics assembly technician role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Equipment Engineer
KING'S COLLEGE Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2023.02 - Current
- Maintaining and repairing of medical equipment to ensure the optimal performance and safety.
- Achieved efficient inventory management by maintaining a comprehensive database of medical equipment, including warranty details and service records.
- Inspected, tested, and calibrated medical equipment before first time use to compliance with safety and performance standards.
- Diagnosed causes of equipment problems and completed repairs to minimize downtime.
- Maintained detailed documentation of work orders, repairs, and equipment inventory to ensure accurate records.
- Decreased downtime of medical devices by performing regular preventive maintenance tasks.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment by sharing knowledge with colleagues, contributing to team success and improved overall performance.
- Enhanced hospital efficiency through timely troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to privacy regulations and maintaining compliance with safety standards.
Electronics Technician
M S INSTRUMENTS LTD
2018.01 - 2023.01
- Joined as Production Technician and promoted to Electronics Technician within two years due to performance and technical expertise.
- Executed all production tasks, including PCB assembly (through hole), internal and external parts assembly, overall unit assembly, and inspection.
- Conducted Portable Appliance Testing using IEC 61010-1 standard for manufactured instruments to ensure electrical safety.
- Utilized various testing devices, including oscilloscopes, digital multi meter, frequency counters, function generators, and other test setups for testing, repairing, and troubleshooting.
- Diagnosed and repaired faulty equipment, troubleshooting issues effectively.
- Loaded program code files onto ICs and development board modules using various programming software.
- Conducted inspections and quality control in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Documented results in company database and created supporting documents, such as calibration certificates and test sheets.
- Provided technical feedback to research and development team regarding findings and suggestions.
- Assisted senior engineers during field visits for installation and maintenance of equipment.
- Supervised and trained junior colleagues, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Proficient in using power tools, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments, such as vernier calipers. Inspected measurements of new metal works against drawings and made modifications as needed through drilling, cutting, filing, and grinding.
- Delivered customer service support, addressing client inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Demonstrated strong independent working abilities and effective time management skills.
Instrument Technician
EMCO Engineering and Maintenance Company
2016.02 - 2016.12
- Worked as Instrument Technician for maintenance of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems in gas plants.
- Carried out maintenance, repair, and calibration of instruments comes in HVAC systems.
Data Entry
AIRON Technical Solutions India(P) LTD
2016.02 - 2016.12
- Completed record keeping, filing and data entry duties.
- Performed data entry tasks accurately, maintaining up-to-date databases for future reference.
Instrument Technician Foreman
IMCO Engineering And Construction Company
2013.07 - 2016.01
- Worked on construction project to enhance security facilities for live Gas and Oil refinery plants. Responsibilities included wiring and termination of various security systems, such as CCTV cameras, motorized sliding gates, and electrical fences, as well as fire safety equipment like smoke detectors, heat detectors, and H2S gas detectors. Performed fiber optic splicing and jointing for CCTV connections and participated in testing.
Instrument Technician
POWER Instrumentation And Engineering
2012.07 - 2013.05
- Worked as an Instrument Technician on a construction project for a Nuclear Power Plant. Carried out continuity checking and loop testing for low-voltage instrument supply connections and instrument signal cables. Tested the installed Temperature and Pressure Transmitters which are part of the Engineered Safety Features Activation System.
Instrument Technician
CHEMIN Controls And Instrumentation PVT.LTD
2012.01 - 2012.07
- Worked as Instrumentation Technician on construction project for Thermal Power Plant. Conducted continuity testing and loop testing for low-voltage instrument supply connections and instrument signal cables. Performed testing and calibration of various instruments, including temperature, pressure, level, and flow transmitters, as well as control valves operated by hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power.
Education
ADVANCED PROCESS CONTROL INSTRUMENTATION - Electronics With Computer Hardware
School of Information & Instrumentation Technology
India10.2011
Bachelor of Science - ELECTRONICS WITH COMPUTER HARDWARE
Indira Gandhi College of Arts And Science
India03.2011
Skills
SKILLS
* Soldering & Assembly: Skilled in soldering, PCB assembly, internal and external cable assembly, adhering to ISO 9001 standards
* Testing & Calibration: Proficient in bench testing and calibration following test and calibration procedures
* Repair & Troubleshooting: Skilled in diagnosing and repairing complex electronic systems using various test equipment and fault-finding methods
* Installation & Commissioning: Experienced in installing and commissioning complex systems like projectile velocity measurement systems
* Fibre Optic Splicing: Expertise in fibre optic splicing and related installation tasks
* Technical Documentation: Proficient in creating and managing test reports, calibration certificates, and supporting documents
* Computer Proficiency: Competent in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel, for creating and managing documents and spreadsheets
Timeline
Medical Equipment Engineer
KING'S COLLEGE Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2023.02 - Current
Electronics Technician
M S INSTRUMENTS LTD
2018.01 - 2023.01
Instrument Technician
EMCO Engineering and Maintenance Company
2016.02 - 2016.12
Data Entry
AIRON Technical Solutions India(P) LTD
2016.02 - 2016.12
Instrument Technician Foreman
IMCO Engineering And Construction Company
2013.07 - 2016.01
Instrument Technician
POWER Instrumentation And Engineering
2012.07 - 2013.05
Instrument Technician
CHEMIN Controls And Instrumentation PVT.LTD
2012.01 - 2012.07
ADVANCED PROCESS CONTROL INSTRUMENTATION - Electronics With Computer Hardware
School of Information & Instrumentation Technology
Bachelor of Science - ELECTRONICS WITH COMPUTER HARDWARE
Indira Gandhi College of Arts And Science
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