dhaneshm modappathy
@dhaneshmmodappathy
Experienced automation engineer specializing in robotics and industrial controls.
What I'm looking for
I am an automation engineer with over 8 years dedicated to programming, implementing and commissioning industrial automation systems, and 13 years in engineering covering electrical, mechanical and instrumentation maintenance and service. I have delivered robotic systems, PLC/HMI solutions and material-handling/BHS projects across automotive, manufacturing and heavy industry, consistently handing machines over on time and supporting quality control, training and maintenance.
My expertise spans Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Fanuc/ABB/Mitsubishi robots, SCADA and complex conveyor/gantry/palletization systems, with notable project experience in automotive plants, warehouses and offshore vessels. I am focused on practical, reliable automation solutions, troubleshooting, and cross-functional teamwork to meet production targets and improve system uptime.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Automation Engineer
Metrology
Planned, designed, programmed, installed and commissioned robotic auto-gauge machines and conveyors, delivering 10+ installations and ensuring on-time handover and quality control.
Automation Engineer
Cleveland Bridge / Narmel
Apr 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years)
Delivered Siemens and Allen-Bradley automated plate handling and high-speed conveyor systems, completing on-time handovers to production and ensuring quality control.
Automation Engineer
Hindustan Zinc
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
Developed and commissioned Siemens-controlled heavy-duty conveyor systems including a 100-ton zinc loader and die-cast loading conveyors with SCADA integration.
Automation Engineer
Sansu Automotive
Aug 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Delivered die-casting automation and aluminium metal loaders for furnaces using Siemens and Delta controllers, ensuring timely handover and operator training.
Automation Engineer
Cegelec
Feb 2018 - May 2018 (3 months)
Programmed control systems for a jackup vessel project, delivering complete programs for sea trials using Kongsberg hardware.
Instrumentation Supervisor
Brunel Energy
Sep 2015 - Sep 2017 (2 years)
Supervised instrumentation service and shutdown works for desalination and power plants, planning and executing installations and commissioning activities.
Electrical Technician
Star Filter SDN BHD
Feb 2007 - Feb 2010 (3 years)
Maintained and serviced production equipment including sealing machines and printers, ensuring timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Diffacto Robotics and Automation Pvt Ltd
Certificate, Robotic Engineering
2021 - 2021
Completed Robotic Engineering program at Diffacto Robotics and Automation Pvt Ltd in May 2021.
Automatic Factory Technology Research and Development (CEMAD)
Certificate, Automation Engineering
2018 - 2018
Completed Automation Engineer certification (CEMAD) in January 2018.
All India Technical Education Society
Certificate, Electrical Engineering
2010 - 2010
Completed Electrical Engineering certification from All India Technical Education Society in May 2010.
Kerala State Board of Technical Examinations
Certificate, Radio and Television Engineering
2010 - 2010
Completed Radio and Television Engineering certification from Kerala State Board of Technical Examinations in June 2010.
All India Technical Education Society
Certificate, Electronics Engineering
2010 - 2010
Completed Electronics Engineering certification from All India Technical Education Society in May 2010.
All India Technical Education Society
Certificate, Wireman
2006 - 2006
Completed Wireman certification from All India Technical Education Society in May 2006.
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