King Saud University Riyadh : Electrochemistry researcher

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King Saud University Riyadh : Electrochemistry researcher
Company Name: King Saud University
Company Location: Riyadh
Designation of the vacancy: Electrochemistry researcher
Company E-mail for contact: amayouf@ksu.edu.sa
Company Website: www.ksu.edu.sa

Details of the job:
An electrochemistry researcher with a minimum experience of 5 years is requested. The candidate must have good experience in performing, planning projects in electrochemistry research. Successful candidate will understand fundamentals of electrochemistry, kinetics of electrochemical reactions, and applied aspects of electrochemistry.Conduct and/or lead major technical projects with minimal guidance and within time and budget constraints.

He should be able to :
1) develop test plans and protocols; design, conduct and supervise electrochemical experiments related to batteries, capacitors, fuel cells, solar cells, corrosion systems, and electrochemical synthesis.
2) Analyze electrochemical data with a focus on mechanistic understanding;
3) Write reports and present findings.
4) Be expected to work with teams to propose new ideas in electrochemical components and systems, and to help secure funding in these areas.
5) Maintain both formal and informal communications and relationships with clients.

Required Qualifications :
- Masters or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Electrochemistry, Electrochemical Engineering or other closely-related physical science.
he should present a good record of achievement such as good number of published paper in reputed journals.
the salary will depend mainly on the qualifications and achievements.

President:
King Saud University
BOX 2454
Riyadh 11451
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Email: rectoroffice(@)ksu.edu.sa
Or
Contact:
The President’s Office
Mr. Torki Bin Abdullatif Al-Talhah
Phone: (+966) 1 467-7555

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From,

P Saravanan,

Email : sharan81 AT rediffmail.com

Dear Sir / Madam,

I have completed M.Tech in Electro-chemical engineering and B.Tech in chemical & Electrochemical engineering from Central Electro-chemical Research Institute (CECRI), Karaikudi. (One of CSIR laboratories governed by central government.Ref : www.cecri.res.in) and has relevant experience of 4 years in Automobile & Corrosion industry.

Currently I am working in TVS Motor Company as “Sr.Engineer-Production engineering” in manufacturing and quality control department which is located at Hosur, Tamilnadu.

With sufficient knowledge on different types of painting & its application in the consumer products, Quality systems and Project management, I consider myself to be a potential candidate. Some of my strengths are, I am a fast learner, fairly good communication skills and inter personal skills.

I am enclosing my detailed resume for your kind perusal.

Thanking you,


With warm regards,


(P Saravanan)

RESUME

P SARAVANAN
sharan81 AT rediffmail.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Seeking a challenging opportunity to exploit my experience and knowledge in Research area and effectively use these resources to help achieve the objectives of the organisations.

PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS

Completed M.Tech & B.Tech with first class in CECRI, Karaikudi (One of CSIR laboratories governed by central government. Ref : www.cecri.res.in)

- Master of Technology (M.Tech) specialised in Electrochemical Engineering with first class (7.65 CGPA) from 2005-07.
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) specialised in Chemical & Electrochemical Engineering with first class from 2000-04.

The above degree courses are specialised in following subjects,
1. Nanotechnology and Nano science.
2. Corrosion science and engineering
3. Paints, coating & cathodic protection system.
4. Electrochemical power sources –Batteries and fuel cells.
5. Industrial metal finishing.
6. Electrochemical material sciences.
7. Electro metallurgy and thermics.
8. Electrodics and electro catalysis.

Key projects carried out :

M.Tech degree project :
- “Computational Modelling Studies on Cathodic Protection of dredgers using
FEMLAB Software.”
B.Tech degree Project :
- “Design of a Plant for the Production of Styrene”

Highlights :
The projects mentioned below aren’t mandatory for my degree course. My specific interest towards research has motivated me to venture these below mentioned projects :
- “Recent technical development of inorganic metal finishing” under the
guidance of Dr.S.John, Deputy Director, Industrial metal finishing, CECRI,
Karaikudi.

- “Porous silicon-A Potential nano structured Matrix for Device Development”
under the guidance of Dr.Jayachandran, Scientist, Material Science Division,
CECRI, Karaikudi.
- “Electrochemical behaviour of Mg/Mg alloy in carbonate medium "Under the
guidance of Dr.Parthiban, Scientist, Corrosion Division, CECRI, Karaikudi.

Publications :

- The Project entitled “Porous Silicon-A Potential Nano Structured Matrix for Devices Development” was published in Eleventh National Convention of Electrochemists
(NCE -11).

Training :
Underwent a rigorous industrial training Programmes at
- Sakthi Sugars (P) Ltd, Sivagangai, Tamil nadu.
- Formula -1 Batteries, Kundrakudi, Tamil nadu.
- High Energy Batteries Pvt Ltd, Mathur, Trichy, Tamil nadu.


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :

Currently working TVS Motor company, Hosur as a Senior Engineer- Production Engg-Paint shop from Oct-2008 to till date (TVS Motor Company is one of largest & leading personal transportation products (2 & 3 wheeler) manufacturing company in India. Only 2-wheeler organization received DEMING AWARD for the quality of services in its product & Service. Certified in ISO 14001/18001, TS16949 and also implemented JIT, TPM, TQM, 5S). Ref : www.tvsmotor.in

Key Responsibilities :

1. Responsible for the quality of finished products in 4 painting plants(Metal painting, Powder coating, ACED and plastic painting).
2. Carryout process improvements by monitoring key process & constituents of painting like paint, thinner, hardener, pre-treatment chemicals, powder (powder coating) quality and modify them if required with the help of suppliers.
3. Support production function by conducting process lab tests consisting of SST, QUV, QCT and other paint quality testing equipment
4. Support in achieving the planned volume of production by maintaining the
Painting applicators
5. Do continuous quality and productivity improvements in paint shop through SIT/CFT projects
6. Design jigs and fixtures used for painting & maintain the same.
7. Responsible for the jig decoating and rectification plant.


Key Learning’s :

1. Good exposure in Industrial painting process like electro phoretic painting, cathodic electro deposition, powder coating and plastic painting.
2. Knowledge on acrylic, polyurethane, epoxy, polyester and alkyd amino based coating.
3. Problem solving tools (QC Story & 7QCtools, DOE, SPC)
4. Quality Management system - ISO/TS16949 :2002
5. TPM & JIT
6. FMEA and PPAP
7. Good experience in leading a team

Key Training’s :
1. Undergone 4 days DOE workshop conducted by Prof.Y.Washio (TQM Guru).
2. Undergone TQM green belt certification program (3 month) conducted in collaboration with Indian statistical institute (ISI).

Significant Achievements :

1. Eliminated the wrinkles scrap by using the DOE tool in plastic painting and presented the project to Mr. Mihara san, TPM consultant.
2. Worked as a member in a Cross Functional team & improved the aesthetic appearance, R value from 5 to 7 & DOI from 65 to 90 in finished products.
3. Saved 24.5 lakhs / annum by optimizing the NVM in CED plant which has led to reduction of paint consumption.
4. Durability improvement of QUV (500 hrs to 750 hrs) by implementing the aliphatic hardener in the plastic painting.
5. Eliminated stripping process(hazardous to environment) in fuel tanks by introducing a new method(Pyrolysis-Deep sanding) first time in TVSM.

Career Graph-2

Worked as a Research associate – Research & development group Aug ’07 to Sep ’08 with Fosroc chemicals pvt ltd, Bangalore (Leading construction company- MNC)

Key Responsibilities
a. Responsible for the testing lab of various types of anodes.
b. Responsible for the designing of anodes for concrete structure.
Key Learning’s
1. Got good exposure in sacrificial anode system of cathodic protection.
2. Got good exposure in testing and quality checking related to corrosion science.
3. Good experience in interaction with the international team coordination.

Career Graph-1

Worked as a ‘Process engineer’ - Production Engg from July ’04 to May ’05 with Hi-Tech engineering, Coimbatore (Supplier to various OEM manufacturer)

Key Responsibilities
1. Responsible for the quality of finished products and trouble shooting.
2. To monitor the plating chemicals quality and do continuous improvement
3. Responsible for the quality and productivity improvements in plating shop.

IT Skills

- Exposure to SAP end user
- MS Office packages
- AutoCAD, FEMLAB