Saikat Das
DC Automation Lead I Six Sigma - Green Belt I Data Center Control Design I AI Data Center Design I 15 Years Of Professional Experience
Jakarta
Summary
Accomplished Six Sigma Green Belt professional with expertise in electrical planning, BMS, and data center design and planning. Highly skilled in customer handling, project management, vendor management, troubleshooting, and building operation and maintenance. With over 15 years of experience, successfully led various building automation projects (BMS), DC automation projects, digital twin and IoT initiatives in data centers, IBMS projects, and industrial automation projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
DC Automation Lead
BDx Indonesia
8 2023 - Current
- Manage the successful completion of upgradation and revamping up Brownfield and Green field Projects.
- Ensure the data center & facility complies with governmental regulations and other policies (per the Operations Policy Manual, Uptime Institute Standard, TIA 942A, ISO 27001, PCI DSS) by ensuring resiliency in the design.
- Responsible for designing data center network and PLC architecture, considering resilient BMS automation methodologies to ensure 100% uptime.
- Designing of AI enabled Data center
- Produce reports, including Energy efficiency and internal company reports and implement projects to enhance the energy saving from year on year and thereby improve the PUE, WUE and carbon-footprint.
- Conduct capacity planning for the data center. Oversee the data center master plan and modify as appropriate to adjust for changing circumstances.
- Establish methods and procedures for work activities related to DC Automation, identify, and resolve technical and design problems and communicate with concerning department and cross-functional teams.
- Accomplishing Project revenue generation by doing proper scheduling of the project with Gantt chart /MS project tools.
- Assign personnel to various tasks, direct activities, and monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved with continuous monitoring and adherence to the project timeline.
- Demonstrate effective team management and supervisory skills including planning, priority setting, conflict resolution, RACI matrix, and managing multiple efforts concurrently.
- Identify projects that add value and improves the PUE, has energy savings.
- Manage the budget, Create AOP to meet or exceed goals and comply with applicable accounting requirements.
- Review, recommend and implement additions, modifications, and improvements to the current DC design resiliency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems into existing workflows.
- Increased overall project success rate by establishing effective communication channels between stakeholders during all phases of projects.
- Record keeping, documentation, and reports monitoring and material usage during the DC automation projects and Maintenance operations.
- Obtain and review vendor bids for undergoing project Activity; determine appropriate vendor, ensure vendor adheres to quality, scheduling, budgetary guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards.
- Perform improvement analysis and program evaluation in defining BMS Global standard practices for Data Center Operation and Design.
- Power management and Efficient tenant Billing for Global colocation customers.
- Operation & Inventory Management across global data Center. Along with maintenance activity formulation defining the process flow, SOP in close co-ordination with FMT and BMS vendors.
- Front-ending and interacting with customer during Designing, Project, and operation Management Phase. Also act as a cross functional team SPOC for Customer related to BMS issues and requirements.
- Working with Design team and design consultant to implement thermal mapping and CFD (computational Fluid Dynamics) across global Data Center.
BMS SME
BDx India Pvt Ltd
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Handle different Data Center Brown field, Greenfield project, IOT initiatives in DC across APAC region with a team of skilled BMS and DC Automation professionals
- Deliver prestigious Hyperscale and high-density Data center projects for customers
- Implement different DC Automation, BMS, IBMS & Energy Efficient design including Digital Twin and PUE reduction initiative and deployment solutions across multiple countries.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Area Manager - BMS
Voltas Ltd
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Manage BMS projects across PAN India
- Responsible for project scheduling, personnel assignment, progress monitoring, and adherence to project timeline
- Demonstrate effective team management and supervisory skills
- Manage the budget and ensure compliance with accounting requirements
- Review, recommend, and implement improvements to the current PLC / DDC design resiliency
- Record keeping, documentation, and reports monitoring during the automation projects and maintenance operations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Improved overall efficiency by identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Assistant Manager - BMS
United Technologies Corporation (UTC)
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Handle key account management for BMS projects
- Fulfill targets in terms of new and retrofit projects for out key customers across India.
- Coordinate with engineering team for BOQ preparation, site audit, and sales offer preparation
- Analyze site situation for growth opportunities
- Conduct statistical analysis for revenue growth
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
Senior Controls Engineer
Johnson Controls India Private Limited
6 2014 - 09.2016
- Execute controls engineering for building automation and plant automation projects
- Commission PLC and DDC systems
- Designed programmed, and commissioned PLCs to enhance manufacturing processes and productivity.
- Design and implement logic for different automation equipment
- Optimized control systems by implementing advanced automation technologies and reducing downtime.
- Test and troubleshooting PLC and DDC panels
- Create and design databases using Ladder and FBD logical software
- Developed custom HMI interfaces for improved user experience and ease of operation within complex control systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals, meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.
- Reduced project completion time through effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for automation equipment purchases based on cost-benefit analyses to ensure optimal value and performance.
BMS Engineer - Project
Airef Engineers Private Limited
02.2013 - 06.2014
- Execute BMS engineering for projects
- Troubleshoot and redesign BMS systems
- Review wiring and sensor installation
- Create and design databases with OPC, SQL, and SCADA
- Work with different GUI development applications
- Work with different integration protocols.
BMS Executive - ESG, North
Johnson Controls India Private Limited
07.2011 - 02.2013
- Maintained accurate documentation of all system configurations, updates, and maintenance activities for future reference.
- Execute BMS engineering for projects
- Provide support for ESG projects in the North region
- Collaborated closely with vendors to ensure optimal performance of third-party devices integrated into the existing control network.
- Work with different integration protocols along with providing technical support for BMS systems.
Project & Commissioning Engineer
Vollkraft Engineering & Consultant Private Ltd.
09.2009 - 07.2011
- Execute project and commissioning engineering for various projects
- Work with different automation systems
- Provided device testing for monitoring progress, and recording defects.
- Developed organizational processes, job results and accurate forecasts necessary to reach projected milestones.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Sikkim Manipal University
B. Tech - undefined
Academy of Technology, WBUT
Skills
BMS network Protocol
HVAC
CCTV
Windows Server
HMI Device
PLC and DDC
Project Life Cycle
AI - Data center
BMS Commissioning
BMS Architectural Designing (Data Center and Commercial buildings)
Site Operation & Vendor Management
key Account management
Site Auditing
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
SCRUM Management
Team Management
Agile Project Management
Strategic Planning
BMS & PMS Troubleshooting
Project Management
End-to-End Site Commissioning of PMS, BMS & IBMS System
Electrical schematics
System Troubleshooting
Continuous Improvement Initiatives
Energy management systems
Instrumentation and sensors
Advanced PLC programming
Electrical control design
Process Automation
Team Collaboration
Team building
Project Team Leadership
Project Estimation
Goal Setting
Project Team Supervision
Budget Management
Statistical Analysis
Control System Integration
Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
Six Sigma Methodologies
Process Control Optimization
PID loop tuning
Industrial Networking Protocols
Control panel layout
Industry Code Compliance
Expertise in SCADA systems
Proficient in HMI design
Customer support and training
Electrical design
Energy management
Cybersecurity
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Service
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Excellent Communication
Client Communication
Relationship Building
Quality Control Analysis
Certification
PLC & Industrial Automation Technology from WEBEL ACA, Kolkata in 2009
Projects
- NVIDIA hyperscaler DC in CGK4, Jatiluhur, Indonesia, Mar 24 - Aug 24, Received Accomplishment for project completion of Indonesia's first AI enable DC within 75 days.
- Designing, Integration and Migrating the existing data Centers ( formally Lintasarta & IOH DC's : Now BDx Data center ) from Tire 2 to Tire 3 (N+1) architecture - Phase 2, Total 4 Data center - CGK1, CGK2, CGK3 & CGK4 , April 23 - July 24 , Indonesia
- Designing, Integration and Migrating the existing data Centers ( formally Lintasarta & IOH DC's : Now BDx Data center ) from Tire 2 to Tire 3 (N+1) architecture - Phase 1, Total 4 Data center - CGK1, CGK2, CGK3 & CGK4 , May 22 - May 23, Indonesia
- Designing and migrating the existing data Center from using dual redundant PLC design for BDx Data Center ( HKG1 ) Hong Kong , , Jan 21 - Aug 21. Received accomplishment award for precise and timely completion of project
- Designing and implementation of Dual PLC with hot redundant standby design for converting Tire 2 to Tire 3 (N+1) data center design for BDx Data Center (CAN1) , Guangzhou - China, Jan 21 - Jan 22,
- Engineering Design for DMRC Railway station Automation ( 7 stations ) along with Project Management, Commissioning & Project Delivery, Delhi -India, Mar 18 - Aug 19
- Designing and BMS System Commissioning for all critical HVAC system in Adobe campus, Noida - India , Jun 15 - Oct 15
- Designing and BMS System Commissioning for all critical HVAC system in Sidra Healthcare Hospital - Doha, Qatar , Dec 14 - Jan 15
- BMS and Chiller System design and Commissioning at MIAL (Mumbai International Airport Ltd), Mumbai - India , Sep 12 - Feb 13, Received accomplishment certification from GVK
- Design and Implement Hot redundant PLC project for Wire Rod Mill at Nalco (National Aluminum Co. Ltd.), Orissa - India, Oct 09 - Jan 10,
Timeline
BMS SME
BDx India Pvt Ltd
12.2020 - 08.2023
Area Manager - BMS
Voltas Ltd
02.2018 - 12.2020
Assistant Manager - BMS
United Technologies Corporation (UTC)
09.2016 - 01.2018
BMS Engineer - Project
Airef Engineers Private Limited
02.2013 - 06.2014
BMS Executive - ESG, North
Johnson Controls India Private Limited
07.2011 - 02.2013
Project & Commissioning Engineer
Vollkraft Engineering & Consultant Private Ltd.
09.2009 - 07.2011
DC Automation Lead
BDx Indonesia
8 2023 - Current
Senior Controls Engineer
Johnson Controls India Private Limited
6 2014 - 09.2016
MBA - Project Management
Sikkim Manipal University
B. Tech - undefined
Academy of Technology, WBUT