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Kunal KARKERA

Bristol

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in PLC programming, SPPA T2000 and T3000 systems, SCADA, and DCS technologies. Demonstrates proficiency in alarm management, commissioning processes, and training module development. Skilled in troubleshooting methodologies and system analysis, complemented by strong analytical thinking and project coordination abilities. Adept at maintenance planning and team collaboration, ensuring effective problem solving and time management. Committed to leveraging technical skills for innovative solutions in complex environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

I&C Training Developer

Assystem
Somerset, UK
09.2023 - 08.2025
  • Developed training modules for Commissioning and Maintenance, enhancing skill sets in various disciplines.
  • Prepared comprehensive lesson plans for NSA Maintenance and Skills department training.
  • Reviewed training materials, implementing improvements to optimise educational effectiveness.
  • Created modules covering Pressure Instrumentation, Temperature Instrumentation, Electrical Telemetering systems, and Mechanical & Process I&C.

I&C TXP Overall Commissioning Engineer

SikraftEnergia Oy Olkiluoto 3 Nuclear Power plant
Eurajoki, Finland
06.2020 - 03.2023
  • Executed I&C and process tests for unexpected events and non-conformity analysis.
  • Conducted impact analysis of software logic to assist PSM team during system unavailability.
  • Supported troubleshooting activities to minimise impact on I&C process system behaviour and availability.
  • Compiled weekly Active and Flickering Alarm List for alarms on ASD as part of Alarm Task Force.
  • Distributed alarm lists to relevant departments and facilitated follow-ups for root cause analysis.
  • Managed spare part and maintenance requests for preventive and corrective actions.
  • Served as Lead Planner for I&C systems in IMMP tool, initiating component requests.
  • Prepared TOM files for maintenance transfer to TVO, including maintenance history and forecasting.

I&C TXP Trouble-shooter

SikraftEnergiaOyjOlkiluoto 3 Nuclear Power plant
Eurajoki, Finland
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • Executed I&C and Process tests for unexpected events and non-conformity analysis.
    Analysed troubleshooting actions to minimise impact on commissioning activities.
    Collaborated with engineering databases and master documentation for informed decision-making.
    Planned troubleshooting activities with I&C and Process commissioning engineering to assess system behaviour.

I&C Commissioning Engineer and Team Lead

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Karlsruhe, Germany
05.2012 - 03.2014
  • Executed comprehensive loop checks alongside hot and cold function evaluations for Greenfield power plant.
    Developed HMI and software logics via Siemens T3000 DCS system, utilising SAMA logic sheets supplied by Alstom.

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Alpharetta, USA
07.2011 - 10.2011
  • Executed function checks of BOP and HRSG areas via Siemens T3000 DCS system.
    Engineered HMI and software logics, transitioning from original Siemens ES680 system to T3000.

I&C Commissioning Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Cairo
11.2009 - 07.2010
  • Executed loop checks and evaluated hot and cold functions for units 1 and 3.
    Monitored boiler and balance of plant areas to maintain operational integrity in two units.

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Alpharetta, USA
08.2009 - 10.2009
  • Function checks of the BOP and HRSG area using the Siemens T3000 DCS system. Engineering of HMI and Software Logics using Siemens T3000 DCS system from the original Foxboro system.

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Alpharetta
03.2009 - 05.2009
  • Function checks of the BOP area using the Siemens T3000 DCS system

I&C Commissioning Engineer and Team Lead

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Alpharetta
11.2008 - 01.2009
  • 695 MW Coal Fired Steam Turbine, Function checking for Boiler, Common and Air Quality Control System (AQCS) area.

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Karlsruhe
02.2008 - 05.2008
  • Testing of the problems sent from site regarding different versions of Tec4fde to check if all the bugs/problems are solved or not, if not fixed then send as a problem report with required screenshots back to the developer.

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
Karlsruhe, Germany
03.2007 - 09.2007
  • 550 MW Power Plant Coal Fired Steam Turbine. Performing the hardware engineering changes for the AS Built documentation on site. Performing the loop checks for the Boiler and REA areas.

Education

Bachelors - Instrumentation Engineering

Mumbai University
06.2001 - 05.2005

Skills

  • PLC Programming
  • SPPA T2000
  • SPPA T3000
  • SCADA
  • DCS
  • Tec4fde
  • COMOS
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Alarm management
  • Commissioning processes
  • Training module development
  • Troubleshooting methodologies
  • System analysis
  • Analytical thinking
  • Project coordination
  • Maintenance planning
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • EPR System Foundations training.
  • CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) for managers and professionals' certification.
  • Integrated Management System training.
  • CDM Regulations training.
  • Security Awareness Foundations training
  • CFSI Awareness training
  • Nuclear General Foundations training.
  • Introduction to NPP Commissioning

Languages Known

Hindi (fluent)
Fluent
English (fluent)
Fluent
Marathi (fluent)
Fluent
Tulu (native)
Native
German (Level A1)
Elementary

Timeline

I&C Training Developer

Assystem
09.2023 - 08.2025

I&C TXP Overall Commissioning Engineer

SikraftEnergia Oy Olkiluoto 3 Nuclear Power plant
06.2020 - 03.2023

I&C TXP Trouble-shooter

SikraftEnergiaOyjOlkiluoto 3 Nuclear Power plant
01.2017 - 05.2020

I&C Commissioning Engineer and Team Lead

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
05.2012 - 03.2014

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
07.2011 - 10.2011

I&C Commissioning Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
11.2009 - 07.2010

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
08.2009 - 10.2009

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
03.2009 - 05.2009

I&C Commissioning Engineer and Team Lead

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
11.2008 - 01.2009

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
02.2008 - 05.2008

I&C Testing Engineer

SikraftInfotech Pvt. Ltd
03.2007 - 09.2007

Bachelors - Instrumentation Engineering

Mumbai University
06.2001 - 05.2005

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