DHANAPAL GANAPATHY

Seeking a challenging role in Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineering within the Oil & Gas industry, where I can contribute to organizational growth and success by delivering high-quality work with maximum effectiveness and efficiency. I aim to utilize available resources optimally, pursue continuous professional development, and build a meaningful career that offers both job satisfaction and long-term growth.

• Competent, diligent and detail-oriented Senior/Lead Instrumentation Engineer with over 17 years of rich engineering experience in Oil & Gas EPC projects.
• Extensive experience across all phases of project execution, including bidding, basic engineering, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning support, with a strong focus on project coordination.
• Proven expertise in planning, designing and scheduling instrumentation projects including judicious deployment of resources to achieve project completion within time.
• Proven competencies in the preparation/Review of Instrument Index, Hard-wired I/O Schedule & Cable Schedule, Instrument Datasheets, RFQ (TBE, TQ, MR & PR), Junction box design & wiring, Instrument Block diagram Instrument Loop diagrams, Instrument Process & Pneumatic Hook-ups diagrams, Instrument Material Take , Marshalling cabinet arrangements, DCS Nest Loading, Cable Block Diagrams, Fire & Gas Index, Fire & Gas I/O Schedule, Alarm List, Fire & Gas Block diagram, Riser diagram for Addressable Loop, Control narrative, cause effect, Design basis, Functional Specification, Control System Architecture/Schematic drawing for PLC/ DCS, ESD/SCS, F&G System and Telecom System (CCTV, PAGA, SACS, LAN, Telephone.
• Hands on experience in SPI (Modules Instrument Index, Specifications, Loop Drawings, Process Data, Hook-Ups, Wiring, Calculation, Documents Binder, Browser, EDE View).
• Experienced in Extra Low Voltage (ELV) Systems such as fire alarm, security systems, Data and voice network.
• Attended design, team, vendor, and client meetings to support smooth coordination and project execution.
• Participated in HAZOP studies to support risk assessment and improve process safety.
• Provided technical support to junior engineers and designers during project development and design activities.
• Prepared technical queries and deviation lists based on client specifications and project requirements to ensure clarity and alignment during design and execution phases.
• Prepared manpower loading estimations to support resource planning and ensure efficient project execution.
• Identified cost-effective vendors for project inputs and procured materials after evaluating quality and ensuring compliance with predefined standards.
• Experienced in brownfield projects involving Management of Change (MOC) activities within operational plants, ensuring minimal disruption and compliance with safety and engineering standards.
• Carried out plant surveys and gathered data and feedback from clients to support project work.
• Experienced in costing for Instrument Material Take-Off (MTO), control systems, and telecom systems to support accurate budgeting and procurement planning.
• Performed Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for various field instruments, DCS/PLC systems, ELV systems, and associated subsystems to verify functionality and compliance with project specifications.
• Performed field engineering activities to support project execution at site, ensuring technical accuracy and timely implementation.
• Experienced in testing and commissioning of field instruments, control systems (DCS/PLC), ELV systems, and associated subsystems to ensure operational readiness and compliance with project specifications.

• Prepared bid proposals for EPC projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications and project scope.
• Evaluated Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to support accurate design and engineering.
• Familiar with international standards and codes including API, ISA, ANSI, NEMA, ISO, IEC, BS, NORSOK, NFPA, ARAMCO, UAE Fire Code, and Shell Standards.
• Familiar with all types of field instruments, valves, and control systems.
• Experienced in costing for Instrument MTO, control systems, and telecom systems.
• Experienced in Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems, including fire alarm, security systems, and data/voice networks.
• Prepared design basis, functional specifications, and control system architecture/schematic drawings for PLC, DCS, ESD/SCS, F&G systems, and telecom systems (CCTV, PAGA, SACS, LAN, Telephone) in accordance with client specifications and requirements.
• Prepared Instrumentation documents such as Instrument Index, Hard-wired I/O Schedule & Cable Schedule, Datasheets, Junction box design & wiring, Cable Block diagrams, Loop diagrams, Instrument Process & Pneumatic Hook-ups diagrams, Control narrative and Cause and Effect Chart, Instrument Material Take Off, Marshalling cabinet arrangements, Internal wiring diagram, DCS Nest Loading, Cross Wiring, IO allocation, Cabinet Creation for (Junction Box, Marshalling & DCS Panel), Fire & Gas Index, Fire & Gas I/O Schedule, Fire & Gas Block diagram, Interconnection diagrams.
• Prepared Material Requisitions (MR) and Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE) for field instruments, control and on/off valves, analyzers, metering skids, control systems, fire alarm systems, and telecom systems (CCTV, PAGA, SACS, LAN, Telephone).
• Reviewed and approved vendor documents for field instruments, DCS/PLCs, ELV systems, and related subsystems.
• Conducted site visits and surveys to assess existing conditions and gather data for engineering design.
• Prepared project deliverable lists, man-hour estimates, technical query lists, qualification lists, and deviation lists.
• Skilled in reading electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs), and reviewing MCC schematics and local control panels to ensure alignment with process control and electrical system requirements.
• Involved in DCS automation, including reviewing functional logic and selecting appropriate hardware components.
• Hands-on experience with Smart Plant Instrumentation, including Browser, Index, Specification, Process, Wiring, Loop Drawing, Calculation, Hook-ups modules, as well as Domain and Reference Explorer.
• Hands-on experience importing bulk Excel file data into SmartPlant Instrumentation using the Import Utility.
• Hands-on experience in creating device panels, cables, junction boxes, marshalling cabinets, and DCS cabinets in SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) using Excel files and the Import Utility.
• Performed preliminary checks for orifice sizing and control valves based on process data parameters.
• Prepared detailed job scopes for third-party contractors, outlining technical requirements and execution responsibilities.
• Prepared BID documents for tendering, covering the complete instrumentation scope of work and ELV systems.
• Participated in HAZOP studies, discussions, and implementation of recommended actions to enhance process safety.
• Performed field engineering activities for project execution at site, ensuring compliance with design and operational requirements.
• Provided technical support to other departments in project execution and bidding processes, including procurement of equipment, materials, and services related to the instrumentation discipline.
• Experienced in brownfield projects involving Management of Change (MOC) activities within operational plants.
• Performed IFAT and FAT for various DCS/PLC systems, ELV systems, and their subsystems.
• Experienced in testing and commissioning of field instruments, control systems (DCS/PLC), ELV systems, and related subsystems.