Sooraj Sundar
PLATT BRIDGE,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in preventive maintenance and repairs, materials handling and inspection, and structural and mechanical assembly. Demonstrates proficiency in technical documentation and reporting, with a strong understanding of operational and maintenance manuals. Skilled in ped-forklift and overhead crane operation, mechanical system installation, and mechanical component testing. Known for strong communication and interpersonal skills, project reporting, quality assurance, team building, and maintaining composure under pressure. Committed to asset identification, tracking, maintenance, and inventory management while aiming to enhance operational efficiency through strategic application of skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer/ Fitter
Alstom Transport
Manchester, United Kingdom
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Performed routine inspections and preventive maintenance on rolling stock, ensuring 99% fleet availability and reducing unplanned downtime by 15%
- Conducted repairs and overhauls on key components, including bogies, Traction motors, Carden shafts, brake systems and couplers achieving a 10% reduction in spare part usage through precision fitting
- Played a key role in refurbishing rolling stock, extending the lifespan of aging equipment by 2 years
- Ensured all maintenance and repair work adhered to railway safety standards, contributing to a 100% compliance record during safety audits
- Safely shunt the bogies around the maintenance shop by operating the overhead crane and appropriate links and scotches.
- Ensure maintenance documentation is complete and up to date
- Support on rout cause investigations.
- Providing technical support to maintenance technicians during asset failure.
- Performed functional testing post-repairs to ensure reliability and operational safety of rolling stock
- Collaborated with engineers and electricians to troubleshoot complex issues, reducing average repair time by 25%
- Suggested process improvements that streamlined maintenance workflows, increasing team productivity by 10%
- accurately record and update asset management information in both paper and digital formats.
- Maintained detailed and accurate records of maintenance schedules, repairs, and inspections, enabling improved tracking of rolling stock performance
- Provided reports that helped identify recurring faults, allowing proactive measures to reduce maintenance costs
Mechanical Engineer/ Fitter
Alstom Technology Centre
Widnes
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted internal refurbishment of passenger trains, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with industry specifications
- Installed and repaired interior components such as seating, flooring, panels, lighting, CCTV and Passenger information systems
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical and structural issues in interior fittings, reducing refurbishment downtime by 20%
- Performed reassembly and alignment of interior fixtures to improve passenger safety and comfort
- Collaborated with engineers and design teams to implement interior modifications as per project requirements
- Ensured adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards during refurbishment processes
- Maintained detailed records of completed tasks, contributing to project tracking and quality assurance
Multi Skilled operative
Sodexo
Manchester
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Set up, maintained, and dismantled mobile testing sites, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Maintained accurate records and collaborated with team members to ensure efficient operations
- Operated as a multiskilled team member within mobile COVID-19 testing units, ensuring efficient delivery of testing services
- Administered COVID-19 tests (PCR and lateral flow) with precision while adhering to strict infection control protocols
- Provided clear instructions and support to individuals undergoing testing, ensuring a seamless and comfortable experience
- Managed the safe handling, labeling, and storage of test samples for accurate processing
- Performed data entry and maintained accurate records of daily testing activities and results
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and team members to deliver a high standard of public service under challenging conditions
- Adapted to dynamic schedules and locations to meet the needs of the testing program
Planning and Project Controls Engineer
A.G Facilities
Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed and maintained detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines
- Monitored progress and adjusted schedules to meet project milestones
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for effective resource allocation and execution
- Proficiently utilized ERP systems for integrating project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and costing processes
- Generated detailed reports and ensured data accuracy in ERP software to support decision-making
- Managed project budgets by monitoring costs and expenditures, identifying potential overruns, and implementing corrective actions
- Prepared cost control reports and presented financial insights to stakeholders
- Tracked project progress and prepared detailed daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
- Identified variances, analyzed root causes, and recommended solutions to stay on track
- Served as a liaison between project management, engineering, and operations teams, ensuring seamless communication of project plans and updates
- Provided valuable planning input during project meetings to aid decision-making
- Analyzed manpower, equipment, and material requirements to optimize resource utilization
- Resolved resource conflicts and ensured project efficiency
- Ensured all planning activities adhered to industry standards, company policies, and project specifications
- Monitored deliverables for quality assurance and compliance
Education
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, IndiaProject Management Professional - undefined
Project Management Institute
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance & Repairs
- Materials Handling & Inspection
- Structural & Mechanical Assembly
- Technical Documentation & Reporting
- Familiar with operational and maintenance manuals
- Ped-Forklift and overhead crane operation
- Mechanical System Installation
- Mechanical Component Testing
- Strong communication and inter personal skills
- Project Reporting & Documentation
- Quality Assurance
- Team building
- Calm under pressure
- Asset Identification, tracking, maintenance and inventory
Certification
- Project Management Professional
- Emergency first Aid
- Health and safety level 2
- Fire Marshal
- LOLER and Manual Handling
Software Used
- ERP softwares
- SAP
- AutoCAD
- MS office
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer/ Fitter
Alstom Transport
06.2023 - 02.2025
Mechanical Engineer/ Fitter
Alstom Technology Centre
11.2022 - 06.2023
Multi Skilled operative
Sodexo
07.2021 - 04.2022
Planning and Project Controls Engineer
A.G Facilities
06.2019 - 04.2021
Project Management Professional - undefined
Project Management Institute
- Project Management Professional
- Emergency first Aid
- Health and safety level 2
- Fire Marshal
- LOLER and Manual Handling
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
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