BINOY MANATTU

Sr. E&I Engineer

: +971566485854(UAE)
+971554516016(UAE)
: - binoymanaat@yahoo.co.in

Dear Sir,

Being given to understand that there is a vacancy for the post of Senior E&I Engineer in your
esteemed organization. This opportunity is very interesting, and I believe that my strong technical
experience and education will make me a very competitive candidate for this position.
I have got

11 years experience in Offshore & Onshore (Brown field & Green field), especially in

FEED, construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning of ICSS / DCS

Bradley)

/ ESD / F&G / MCCs/ VMS / PLC (Allen

systems, plant utility packages and field instrumentation .And my area of experiences are listed

below;

MOPU / Offshore production & Well Head Platforms( SBM Offshore

Systems /INOC)

Power Plant (Emirates Aluminum)

Gas Plant (GASCO and QATAR GAS)

Refinery Sector(TAKREER & BHARAT PETROLEUM)

Production Well, Water Injection Cluster, Water Injection Wells, Remote

Degassing Stations(RDSs), Central Degassing Stations(ADCO)

Petrochemical Plants(SABIC)

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this employment
opportunity.

BINOY MANATTU
Sr. E&I Engineer
: +971566485854 (UAE), +971554516016(UAE)
: - binoymanaat@yahoo.co.in
Senior level assignments in Project Management / FEED /Construction /Commissioning/Automation / QA/QC/Operations &
Maintenance (Upstream & Downstream) with an organization of repute.
Professional Overview

A dynamic professional with over 11 Years of rich experience in Construction, Commissioning, Maintenance and Project Management
in petrochemical plants, power plants , Production Well, Water Injection Cluster ,Metering Skids, Water Injection Wells, Remote
Degassing stations ,Central Degassing Stations and refinery sector.
Presently associated with National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC), Abu Dhabi, UAE as Senior
Electrical/Instrument Engineer-Commissioning.
A keen planner with expertise in handling projects for improving efficiency of automation & control using available resources & by
installing suitable instruments as per requirement.
Well versed with international industry codes and standards related to safe systems and electrical systems for instrumentation such as
ATEX CERTIFICATIONS ,NACE, NEMA, ANSI, API, ASME , NFPA, NEC/IEC ISO, BS, EN, etc.

Educational Highlights

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTATION (E&I) from Cochin University of Science and Technology,

Kerala, India Course duration period: (1999-2003).

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY from SIIT Thalayolaparambu, Kerala (1998-1999).
PRE-DEGREE from Calicut University, Kerala, India Course duration period: (1996-1998)
SSLC(Secondary school Education) from Kerala State Public Examination Board, Kerala, India (1995-1996)

Core Competencies

Project Management:

Planning, scoping(SOW), estimation, tracking & implementation of project plans within preset budgets and deadlines and coordinating

projects for the set up facilities

Effective resource planning for optimizing man & machine utilization, reducing wastes for enhancing productivity and profitability.
Participates in FEED/ Detailed Engineering, Kick Off Meetings, Co-ordinating the preparation of Purchase Orders, Requisitions, Vendor

Inspection Assignment Packages, Vendor / Pre-Qualification, Technical bid evaluations, MTO Preparation, preparation of tenders.
Compilation of handover MC (Mechanical Completion) & RFC (Ready for Commissioning) dossiers and agreed punch lists.
Managing procurement of Instruments by sending enquiries to various suppliers, preparation of technical and commercial comparison
statements, placing orders & regular follow up for timely delivery of items.

Instrumentation & Control:

Review the design deliverables like Loop Diagrams, Block Diagrams, Interconnection Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Cable schedules,
Hook-up Drawings, Instrument Support Drawings, Cable tray layouts, Equipment Support detail drawings, MCT layouts / schedule,

control building / switchgear building layouts, F&G / telecom layout, Alarm & Trip sheets, I/O list, Instrument Index etc..
Development of detailed design drawings including Instrument Plans, Details, Wiring, Loops, and Fabrication Drawings.
Review the design documents during the various stages of project execution. Participate in HAZOP, HAZID and SIL sessions for new

projects and provide inputs for P&ID, PFD, Cause & Effect Charts, Control Philosophy, operation/ shutdown/maintenance procedures etc.
Carried out the calibration of instruments like transmitters, Gauges, Control valves and PSV/PRVs.

Installation and Commissioning:

Managing overall activities pertaining to installation and commissioning of wide range of oil and gas industries in India and Middle East.
Provide support to the Project Hook-up & Commissioning/ start-up teams by means of reviewing all pre-commissioning/Commissioning

deliverables/Check list/loop checking and logic testing Procedures/Method statements.

Carryout the partial stroke Testing of Shut down Valves (ON/OFF) and testing of split range control in control valves.
Carryout the integration ,commissioning and testing of MCCs/DCS/ESD/F&G(ABB,HONEYWELL&TRICONEX) / VMS(BENTLY
NEVADA) / PLC(Allen Bradley) systems, Foundation Field Bus (DELTA-V), HIPPS, Multiphase flow Meter(HIAMO) Well Head Control
Panel(PETRONASH), Air Compressor package(ATLAS COPCO), Nitrogen Generation package(GENERON), Lube Oil & seal Water
package for pumps, Chemical Injection System, CCTV system, Telecommunication System and PAGA system .

Quality Assurance & Safety:

Managing QA/QC activities for RFI, NCR and Punch List Activities.
Conducting day to day jobs in accordance with safety rules (TAKREER Refinery Safety Rules).
Preparing and arranging all types of Electrical/Instrument Work Permits for green/brown field (PTW Holder of GASCO/TAKREER/ADCO).
Keep the knowledge in IEC61508, 60331, 60332 & 61511 safety standards and reliability of equipments.

Develops and ensure the implementation of the QHSE Management System in compliance with project standards (ISO).

Career Highlights

Sr. Electrical/Instrument Engineer (October 2012 Present) contract Through SCALLA HR

National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC), Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
Project: BAB THAMAMA G AND HABSHAN-2 DEVELOPMENT 1.8 MMBOPD PROJECT
Role

Supervise and lead a team of commissioning engineers and technicians and give assistance to the Project Manager.
Provide the technical support to Project Pre-commissioning/ Commissioning/ start-up teams by means of reviewing all precommissioning/Commissioning deliverables/loop package/Operational Test Procedures/Method statements/ control system philosophy.
Involvement in the Process Hazard Evaluation process, PSSR (Pre-Start-up Safety Review) and development of DCS configuration.
Participated in the SAT for F&G systems, DCS / RTU panels (ABB), MPFM and other utility packages.
Develop and monitor project control systems including schedules, budgets, bills of materials etc.
Supervising the loop checking of instruments and testing of pumps logic.
Participates in the development of operation, maintenance and start-up philosophies.
Participate in RCA incident investigations and make respective recommendations for Instrumentation technical solutions.
Take part in Machinery Reliability team meetings on Instrumentation issues troubleshooting.
Monitor Progress and prepare regular (daily/weekly) reports to the higher management.
Compilation of handover MC (Mechanical Completion) & RFC (Ready for Commissioning) dossiers and agreed punch lists.
Preparing the requirements for temporary equipment to facilitate the Commissioning/Start-Up activities.
Coordinate with multiple vendors, engineering disciplines, project engineering and management during the commissioning.
Review the construction and commissioning As-built documents before submitting to client (ADCO).
Interface with the Project Management team and Client (ADCO).
Involvement in the Preparation of Commissioning data base in ICAPS (Integrated Commissioning And Progress System).
Review Mechanical Completion dossier and database done by Construction Contractor.

Notable Accomplishments

Key role in the Testing, Commissioning and related documentation of;

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SCADA/RTU/DCS/ESD/F&G(ABB-800xA) systems, SCMS (Substation Control Monitoring System), MCCs,

MPFM,
HIPPS(High Integrity Protection System), Flare Ignition Panel (Flare System), Air Compressor package (ATLAS COPCO),
Nitrogen Generation package (GENERON) and Chemical Injection System (vendor: FRAMES) in Remote Degassing Station
(RDS), BAB Central Degassing Stations, Water Injection Clusters and Oil Production wells.
Flare systems (Flare Ignition Panel) and Blow down systems in Remote Degassing Stations (RDS).
Surface Injection Pumps (SIP) and Submersible Pumps in the Water Injection Clusters (WIC).

Senior E&I Engineer (July 2010 October 2012)

PIC Division -TARGET Engineering Construction Co WLL (EPC), Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
Role

Managing and planning of electrical and instrumentation commissioning activities in a safe manner.
Involved in FEED/ Detailed Engineering during the initial stage of the projects.
Preparation of loop package and related documentation for commissioning activities.
Attending safety and progress meeting on weekly basis, coordination with client and permit issuing authority.
Provide support in technical evaluation of bids and selection of vendor/ consultant/ contractor.
Preparing the list of the Job Specifications and material requisitions required to comply with the project requirements.
Discussing with the Client Representatives, for clearing the technical problems during the execution period.
Keeping the Contract documents and the project quality specifications to ensure the activities are carried out as per the project scope.
Evaluates the qualifications of skilled laborers and quality inspection technicians with regard s to the activities assigned.
Review and close out of Punch List items, Site Queries and Technical Verification lists.
Liaise with other departments, clients, vendors, subcontractors and third parties.
Highlighting the shortage of project materials and discrepancies, prior to starting the construction activities in the field.

Notable Accomplishments;

Monitored the FAT & SAT for F&G systems, PAGA systems, CCTV system, DCS and RTU panels (ABB).
Promotes HSE awareness amongst the workforce and to hold regular site meetings with supervisors, workers, sub-contractors etc.
Preparation of Work Pack /Work Schedule/ Activity Risk Assessment and method statements for pre-shutdown/shutdown activities.
Carried out the field instrument up-gradation and replacement of ON-BASE cables in Train-1 turbine (ROLLS ROYCE / GE) -GASCO.
Preparation of weekly/monthly report and attend the weekly shutdown progress meetings with client (GASCO).
Key role in the Installation and commissioning of ;
Vibration monitoring system (BENTLYNEVADA-3500) in STG-2(shutdown)/SWI-3(project) TAKREER/Train-1 (shutdown) GASCO.
New TRICONEX (Invensys) marshalling cabinets and system cabinets including the including the removal of existing logic
control cubicles (MITSUBISHI) in GUP (General Utility Plant) CCR, TAKREER.
Marshaling cabinets, Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), DCS (ABB & TRICONEX), F&G System, Fire Alarm Control Panel (Simplex
4100-U), INERGEN Control Panel, Operator Consoles, field instruments, instrument junction boxes and related items.
Electro Chlorination Systems (Siemens) panel, VESDA (Xtralis) system, INERGEN system, DELUGE system, CCTV system,
PAGA system and related activities.

Managed projects like;

Sea Water Intake-3 for TAKREER Refinery, UAE December-2011 to Present (EPC)
5K-101 Field Instrument Upgrade and On-Base Cable Replacement(Shutdown) GASCO,
UAE(EPC)

STG-2 Control system upgrade (Shutdown)-General Utility Plant-TAKREER Refinery, UAE(EPC)

Emirates Aluminum (EMAL) Power plant.

Instrument Engineer (August 2009 July 2010)

Single Buoy Moorings (SBM) offshore Systems (EPC), Dubai, UAE
Role

Manage and supervise the electrical and instrumentation commissioning activities at the site (MOPU) on a day-to-day basis.
Provide the technical support and quality based construction ideas to the Instrument Team in order to improve the work progress.
Preparation of loop package and related documentation for commissioning activities
In-charge for a team of instrument technicians during the commissioning and start-up phase which included proving the loops on all
aspects of offshore equipments.
Identify tools and test instruments required for performing various activities & prepare specification for procurement.
During the absence of lead engineer making the daily /weekly progress report to the project manager.
Co-ordinate with quality control department for improving the project quality.
Maintain PTW system for all Instrumentation work permits and assists in project closeout and punch list issues.
Ensures, whenever necessary, the update of site quality control plans / control procedures.
Ensure the correct application of the Project Quality Plan in site activities, the supervision/coordination of the quality control activities and
the implementation of the Quality Control Plans.
On-site coordination of Loop checks and Functional checks (including pump logics).
Provide the technical guidance to the design draftsman in-order to prepare the As-Built engineering drawing.
Frequently assess the subcontractors for their work and quality standards for them meeting the project specifications.

Notable Accomplishments;

Distinction of being involved in MOPUSTOR-(HI - 39420) Project (Offshore Plat form).

Successfully handled the pre-commissioning and commissioning of instrument systems on the MOPU, including updating drawings and
producing 'As-Built' up to final acceptance tests.
Testing and commissioning of DCS/ICS/ESD/ F&G systems (flashers, smoke detectors, heat detectors, flame detectors, gas detectors
and MCP (manual call Point)), CCTV system, INERGEN system, Telecommunication System and PAGA systems and other utility systems
in the living quarters and oil production area in MOPU.

Instrument Engineer (March 2008 to July 2009)

SPIE Oil and Gas Services (PMC), Tehran, Iran (PEDCO SALMAN Offshore).
Role

Reviews contractor's method statements, loop package, Operational Test procedures and other technical documents to ensure
compliance with applicable contract requirements in-order to start the pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
Witnessing the functional test, commissioning and start up activities and making the punch list during the inspection.
Monitoring the punch list clearance processes and attending the project meetings with other disciplines.
Review the MC package, Commissioning (RFC) Package and other quality related documents for project acceptance and final handover.
Development of the control system philosophy, project instrumentation specifications and associated procedures.
Monitors the performance of the design contractors instrumentation design team.
Ensure that instrument/electrical systems comply with the contract requirements and with good industry practice.
Ensure the implemented work is executed in line with International / Company specifications, standards and procedures.
Ensure all quality control checks and tests are carried out as per the approved ITP, method statements and project specifications.
Review the FGS Instrument Index, Cable Schedules, Data Sheets, FGS Instrument Location Layout Drawings, Cable Routing Drawings,
Connection Drawings, FGS Network Architecture Drawing and Interconnection Diagrams.
Conducting the instrument related inspection in production well areas (Well Head Control Panel) and other mechanical packages like
chemical injection skid, Multiphase Flow Meter (MPFM), Air Compressor package, Nitrogen Generation Package etc.
Responsible for appropriate instrument certifications, as required and ensure that they are carried out in accordance with Project and
international standards.
Participate in testing and inspection activities at site (contractor facilities) and witness key hold points during construction.
Ensure all notification, safety signs and barriers advising power on/live systems are provided by the contractors and in place. Ensure
contractors carry out tool box talks on electrical safety and permit to work requirements
Work as QHSE focal point for the work and to develop an emergency response plan in the event of any HSE incident.

Notable Accomplishments;

Key role in the Inspection of ;

Field Instrument installation, cable tray installation, cable laying, control panel installation, junction box installation, instrument
calibration and loop checking of instrument (Foundation Field Bus-Delta-V).
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Instrument calibration lab in order to start the bench calibration activities and project material inspection.
F&G systems ( flashers, smoke detectors, heat detectors, flame detectors, gas detectors and MCP(manual call Point)), CCTV
system, INERGEN system, Telecommunication System and PAGA systems in living quarters and oil platform .

Successfully worked in PEDCO-SALMAN OFFSHORE project.

Successfully handled the pre-commissioning / commissioning/start-up of instrument systems on an oil rig platform, including updating
drawings and producing 'As- Built' up to final acceptance tests.
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Electrical and Instrument Engineer (QA/QC)(May 2007 to March 2008)

Daelim Saudi Arabia Co Ltd (EPC), Al-Kobar, KSA.
Role

Managing and supervising the QA/QC activities in the site and maintaining the related reports issued by the QC inspectors..
Conducting the inspection for instrument calibration lab in order to start the bench calibration activities.
Maintain the latest revision of all Contract Documents, Drawings, Specifications and Standards, required for QA/QC activities.
Allocates Quality Control personnel to the various areas of site activity.
Maintain records of calibration, inspection and test equipments.
Issuing RFIs to Clients QC unit and making a joint inspection according to project ITPs and will follow it to get RFI closed.
Preparations of QC test reports, raising the TQ and clearing the NCR for procured materials and construction activities given by client.
Arrange weekly QC meeting with client and subcontractors QC teams to identify and follow up the quality related issues.

Notable Accomplishments;

Successfully worked in a POLYCARBONATE PROJECT-SAUDI KAYAN.

Key role in the Inspection of ;
Field Instrument installations and calibration to ensure the quality criteria are kept and no violation has occurred.
Leak test for impulse line, Insulation resistance test /continuity checking of instrument and F&G cables.
Erection and on-site Configuration and calibration of Analyzers, Flow Meters and function and loop checks of Pneumatic and
Hydraulic Control Valves, and Motor operated Valves, Bentley Nevada Vibration Monitoring system
Erection, testing and commissioning of DCS/ESD/ HMI / F&G systems, and operator Consoles in the CCR.

Instrumentation Engineer Commissioning/Construction (July 2005 to May 2007)

Consolidated Contractors International Company (CCIC), Doha, Qatar.
Role

Managing and supervising the all instrument installation/loop checking/functional test/pre-commissioning and commissioning and related
activities in the gas plant, including updating drawings and producing 'As-Built' up to final acceptance tests.
Keeping the updated instruments and related material record from the store keeper and highly sensitive instruments under a proper
condition to avoid any damage or bad effect during warehousing.
Carried out all excavations and trenching in a logical fashion, minimizing site disruption and provide safety barriers, signage and trench
crossings in accordance with the HSE plan.
Carried out the calibration of field instrument like transmitters, gauges and control valves.
Carried out the panel & JB wiring, impulse line makings and leak test for impulse tubing.
Evaluates the qualifications of skilled laborers and quality inspection technicians with regard to the activities assigned.
Maintain history record of each instrument and special record for critical ones.
Ensure all cable laying, cable spacing, cover, radii, cable identification and protection complies with the project specifications before
conducting the client inspection.

Notable Accomplishments;

Successfully handled the responsibilities in the QATARGAS EXPANSION II (QGX-II) project.

Key role in the Installation of ;
Erection, testing and commissioning of DCS/ESD/ HMI / F&G systems, and operator Consoles in the CCR.
Instruments (Gauges, transmitters, Control Valves), Fiber optic patch panels and related construction activities.

Instrument & Control Engineer (Maintenance) (June 2002 to July 2005)

Perfect Engineering Pvt. Ltd, Cochin, Kerala, India.
Role

Maintains and improves plant reliability through identifying/correcting bad actors, conducting root cause failure analyses, and
implementing preventive /predictive maintenance programs.
Planned and implemented Preventive maintenance schedules for Field instruments, Siemens PLC and Honeywell DCS.
Provides technical support to the Operations Department for all discipline related aspects of existing plant operability and maintainability.
Planning and effecting preventive maintenance schedules of various machineries and instruments to increase machine up time and
equipment reliability.
Provide support to Maintenance departments for improving and optimizing the maintenance practices in line with latest industrial
standards and best practices.
Assist in troubleshooting and coordinate with the respective vendors to provide technical solutions.
Coordinates with the client in preparation of method of statements and activity risk assessment related to instrumentation works in the
running plant.
Participate in technical evaluations of the instrumentation performance and reliability by monitoring and analyzing the DCS Alarm
Management data, operational data, preventive and unscheduled maintenance records and process trends to recommend changes as
appropriate in maintenance standards and procedures.
Review the plant modifications for instrumentation system to maintain its high level performance.
Support Operations and Maintenance during planned commissioning, startup, emergency and shutdown activities.

Notable Accomplishments;

Successfully handled the responsibilities in KOCHI REFINERY (BAHARAT PETROLEUM).

Successfully managed the maintenance of Process and utility package units, Fire & Gas systems.

Career Strength

Strong communication skills both written and oral.

Proficient in documentation and other industrial related software.
Adroit in managing resource planning for optimizing man & machine utilization.
A keen communicator with honed problem solving and analytical abilities.

IT Skills

Operating System -Linux, WINDOWS 7/XP/Vista, AutoCAD 2010

Productivity Tools -MS Office 2010, ADOBE 2010.

Upstream/Downstream Facilities Handled

Separators
Gas Turbine and Anti surge Control System.
Disposal Water Tank and Pumps, Recovered Oil Drum and Pumps and Drain System.
Wash Water System and Chemical Injection Systems
Oily Water Degassing unit and Vapour Recovery Unit.
Lube Oil Systems and Seal Systems.
Blow down System, Flare systems and Fuel Gas systems.
Nitrogen Generator Unit and Air Compressor Package.

Major Instruments handled

Flow Meters: Multi Phase Flow Meter (HIAMO), Mass flow (Rosemount and Forbes Marshall), Vortex (Yokogawa), Magnetic meter
(Yokogawa and Forbes Marshall), Orifice, Turbine type & Oval wheel meters, Ultrasonic flow meters (GE), Rotameters (KHRONE).
Foundation Field bus Emerson Process Management (DELTA-V )
Transmitters: Rosemount (Smart), Foxboro Intelligent Transmitter, Honeywell.
F&G system: Simplex, General Monitors, MEDC etc..
CCTV system : BOSCH
Control Valves: FISHER (U.K.), ARCA (Germany & India).
Instrument fittings: HOKE, PARKER etc..
Surface Injection Pumps (SULZER)
SCADA & RTU CIMAC (Schneider)

Professional Enhancements

H2S Escape Mask training & Confined Space Entry Training SHES training center (CTJV-QGX PROJECT).
Safety Induction SHES training center (CTJV-QATAR GAS EXPANSION -II PROJECT).
PTW Training attended and passed for GASCO, TAKREER and ADCO.
Health Safety and Environment, and Occupational Health and Safety codes and standards (DAELIM SAUDI ARABIA Co Ltd.)
Basic HAZOP, HAZID, SIL and QRA training attended in SBM OFFSHORE SYSTEMS, UAE.

Personal Information
Languages Known
Date of Birth
Marital Status
Nationality
Address

: English, Hindi, and Malayalam

: 10-5-1981.
: Married
: Indian
: NISHA NIVAS. KURUVANGAD (POST), KOYILANDY (VIA).
KOZHIKODE (DISTRICT), KERALA (STATE). INDIA, 673620 (PIN CODE). PHONE: +914962622620

Passport Details
Passport Number
Place of Issue
Date of issue
Date of expiry

: F 2227318
: Kozhikode
: 28-01-2005
: 27-01-2015

Declaration
I hereby declare that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Place: Abudhabi, UAE

Binoy Manattu

References
Mr. Kamala Kannan
Senior Instrument & Control

Mr. Steve. L. Smith

Mr. Abraham

Commissioning Manager

Project Manager

Engineer

NPCC, Abu Dhabi, UAE

TARGET Engineering. Abu Dhabi,

GASCO Ruwais, Abudhabi, UAE

Email: - stephens@npcc-bab.ae

UAE

Email: - SKamalakannan@gasco.ae

Email: - electrical@target.ae