Nikhil KS
Dublin,Ireland
Summary
A highly skilled professional with expertise in automation and robotics, PLC coding, and electrical system design. Demonstrates proficiency in E-Plan understanding, VFD configuration, and HMI programming, complemented by strong troubleshooting and presentation skills. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and conducting feasibility studies, with a solid foundation in electrical codes and circuit analysis. Committed to innovative designing and adaptive to technological changes, aiming to enhance operational efficiency through effective communication and customer service excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Electrical engineer
ZAHORANSKY MOULDS AND MACHINES PVT LTD
COIMBATORE, INDIA
2018.08 - 2025.04
- Hands on experience on electrical components like IO Modules, Contactors, Servo drives, Stepper drives, Relays, MPCBs, Safety PLC, etc. and connect the wiring as per the E-Plan.
- Participated in project planning meetings with key stakeholders for successful project delivery.
- Completed root cause analyses after critical incidents, prevented recurrence.
- Executed high voltage switchgear installations.
- Proficient experience on Configuring the servo drives, IO Modules, CPV, CPE, Safety Pluto to communicate with PLC via Can-Bus, Profinet and Powerlink Ethernet.
- Installed the panel and proceed with machine wiring on connecting all actuators to the dedicated drives and interlink the panels for power distribution and control signal transmission.
- Diagnosed and resolve complex automation and electrical issues on machines to function on its full potential and reduce downtime to refine reliability.
- Optimized PLC code for Special Purpose Machines (SPMs) using Structured Text and Ladder Logic language. Develop codes for Add-on modules or functions as per the customer requirement.
- Developed and refine Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens to ensure intuitive operation and better user experience.
- Supported Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and address client-specific customizations and feedback during handovers by fulfilling the customer needs.
- Traveled to customer sights across Europe and Asia to provide commissioning and Technical support. Understand the customer flaws and provide solutions.
- Provided service and support on break down machines at customer sight to run functionally and achieve maximum output on production.
- Led an engineering team through various project phases, ensured timely completion.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for electrical equipment.
- Conducted risk assessments for electrical installations, maintaining safety and reliability.
- Created technical documentation to facilitate knowledge transfer within team.
- Conducted feasibility studies for electrical projects, evaluating technical and financial viability.
- Collaborated on cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions, enhancing plant performance and reliability.
Education
MBA - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
DUBLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL
DUBLIN, IRELAND /2025 - /2026
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY - MECHATRONICS
INDIAN INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS
DELHI, INDIA 2017.01 - 2020.01
DIPLOMA - MECHATRONICS
GEDEE TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
COIMBATORE, INDIA 2014.01 - 2017.01
Skills
- Automation and Robotics
- PLC Coding
- CPV and Solenoids
- E-Plan Understanding
- VFD Configuration
- Servo / Stepper Drives
- HMI Programming
- Troubleshooting
- Presentation Skills
- Team Leading
- Effective communication
- Cross Functional Team
- FAT (Factory Acceptance Test)
- Customer Service
- Pneumatics / Hydraulics
- Electrical system design
- Feasibility studies conducting
- Power distribution
- Knowledge of electrical codes
- Circuit analysis
- Adaptive to technological changes
- Digital signal processing
- Analogue signal processing
- Thermal management
- Voltage regulation understanding
- Wiring diagrams creation
- Electrical safety regulations knowledge
- Innovative designing
- AutoCAD Electrical software
- Electrical switchgear safety
- Multimeter usage
Certification
- B&R Industrial Automation - Pune,INDIA B&R PLC Programming and Automation
- Udemy Multi-Platform PLC Programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider,Omron, Delta)
- Udemy Scada / Control Systems Fundamatal
PROJECTS
2 Axis Delta robot with handle feeder Development of 2 axis delta robot for pick-and-place operations with integrated handle feeding automation, controlled through a combination of servo motors, stepper motors and pneumatic systems. Involved in complete PLC programming including configuring, coding, troubleshooting. Responsible for electrical plan designing and control panel design. Also worked on HMI development for real-time control and ease of operation., Pick and Place with Axis Synchronization Development of pick-and-place system aimed at achieving maximum output within a compact footprint. Involved in developing code for high-speed pick-and place operations on a rapid movement fixture, compensating for master axis motion and synchronizing slave axis positioning for precise placement. Responsible for drive selection, electrical design, safety integration, clean coding, HMI configuration and system troubleshooting., SPM CNC Machine manufacturing Manufacturing and commissioning of brush tufting and trimming machines with servo motors and pneumatic controls. Hands-on control panel wiring, power distribution, drives, sensors, safety circuits, and pneumatic interfaces. Improved machine performance through electrical optimization and pneumatic tuning. Assisted customers during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and implemented client-specific customizations.
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE
- 09/2024 - 09/2024 G&D - Alicante,Spain Led commissioning of a new production line, supporting 100% successful handover and ensuring production readiness within schedule.
- 01/2023 - 04/2023 ZAHORANSKY - Todtnau,GERMANY Applied advanced machine programming and troubleshooting techniques gained through training to reduce diagnosis time and improve commissioning efficiency.
- 12/2019 - 12/2019 DIFAS - Istanbul,TURKEY Successfully commissioned a new machine at client site, resolving electrical and control issues to achieve stable operation during initial production.
Affiliations
- football
- Mind games and puzzles
- Technology
- Travel
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Electrical engineer
ZAHORANSKY MOULDS AND MACHINES PVT LTD
2018.08 - 2025.04
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY - MECHATRONICS
INDIAN INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS
2017.01 - 2020.01
DIPLOMA - MECHATRONICS
GEDEE TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
2014.01 - 2017.01
MBA - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
DUBLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL
/2025 - /2026