Kailash Chirkoot
Engineer
Introduction
Graduated with first class honors, Bachelors of Science Degree in Pure and Applied Physics and Chemistry. Currently completing a Masters of Philosophy degree in Mechanical Engineering. A person with numerous practical experiences in the areas of boilers; spark ignition, diesel and alternative fuelled engines; hydraulic and pneumatic systems; and electrical and controls systems (including PLC). Also, has 'hands on experience' on maintenance strategies and procedures. I am a very organized, disciplined and responsible achiever, who is a self-motivated worker that enjoys working as a team player and always accomplishes the desired goals without sacrifice of one¡¦s health and safety or harm to the environment. I use and encourage the use of technology to perform tasks in the most efficient manner. My belief is that since we spend the majority of our lives in the workplace, work should be a pleasant experience. Therefore, as an engineer, I try to make the job one that we all enjoy going to everyday. Not only has this philosophy kept those I work with satisfied, it has enabled me to function most effectively.
Educational Background
v Masters of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering.
The
University of the West Indies,
2005 (thesis examined, awaiting final approval of degree).
v PMI Certificate – Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
December 2004
v Certificate in Introduction to Environmental Management.
December 2003.
v Certificate in Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health.
April 2003.
v Bachelor of Science in Pure and Applied Physics and Chemistry, with First Class Honors.
The
University of the West Indies,
1995.
Special Training
ü Engine design and operation of spark ignition and diesel engines.
ü Alternative fuels, alternative fuel systems and alternative fueled engines.
ü Fuel safety and handling for gasoline, CNG, LNG, LPG and methanol.
ü The environment, plant and equipment emissions.
ü Compressors, gas power plants, steam power plants and refrigeration systems and operations.
ü Thermodynamics and energy engineering.
ü Heat and mass transfer.
ü Fluid mechanics.
ü Engineering statics and dynamics.
ü Vibration analysis.
ü Manufacturing technology.
ü Maintenance technology.
ü Instrumentation and control systems.
ü Electronics and digital electronics.
ü Materials science and testing.
ü Introduction to computer programming.
ü Project Management – project management context, project scope management, project cost management, project human resource management, project time management, project quality management, project negotiation and communication management, project integration management, and project procurement management.
ü Professional responsibility and ethics.
ü Occupational health and safety.
ü Environmental management.
ü Computer literate.
Work Experience
Ø
Engineer
– Maintenance and Support Services
Engineering and Maintenance Department
The Trinidad and Tobago Solid Waste
Management Company Limited,
34 Independence Square ,
Port of Spain
My responsibility includes but is not limited to the successful management and operation of the Engineering and Maintenance Department. I have contributed significantly to improving the efficiency of the Engineering and Maintenance Department. The Stores Department was a major contribution on the inefficiencies of the department. My initiative and positive execution of action plans have brought the operation of Stores Department to an acceptable standard. With the implementation of practicable stores systems of procedures and inventory management (purchasing/issuing of equipment spares for maintenance and consumables for the performance of the Company’s business) the Stores Department was transformed from disorganized and unaccountable to an efficient, well organized and accountable manner. I was also responsible for the development and implementation of a functional preventative maintenance program for the Company’s fleet of vehicles and equipment (stationary compactors portable toilets and bins). A maintenance manual was prepared and implemented. Successful strategic plans (budgets and plan of action) were developed and implemented for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 for the positive future and progress of the Engineering and Maintenance Department.
As an engineer support was required by the Company’s Projects
Department. My project management expertise
was utilized to manage ‘The Incinerator Project’. This project required the sizing, sourcing,
purchasing, installing and training on operation and maintenance of an
incinerator for Sugarcane Feeds Centre.
I also visited the manufacturer (Crawford Equipment in
As a special project a complete assessment of the company fleet of vehicles was accomplished. Recommendations for the replacement and purchase of new vehicles to increase the efficiency of the existing fleet and for the expansion of the Company’s market share were made and are being implemented on a phase basis.
April 2001 - Present.
Ø
Development
Engineer
Department of
University
of the West Indies,
Was responsible for the complete re-commissioning of a variable compression engine in the Thermodynamics Laboratory (which includes diagnostics and repairs to all instrumentation, electronic, electrical and mechanical systems). Converted this engine to use CNG and LPG. Assessment of this engine by measurement performance and emissions using these fuels. Also, assisted in the conversion of a four cylinder marine diesel engine to spark ignition operation and using CNG as the fuel.
I headed a team of technicians to overhaul all equipment (boiler, steam turbine, gas turbine and compressor system) present in the Thermodynamics and Applied Thermodynamics Laboratories.. A maintenance plan was also implemented.
Three modules (i. Spark Ignition Engines; ii. Compression Ignition Engines; and iii. Vehicle Emissions and Emission Control Systems) were prepared for the training of technicians to inspect motor vehicles. I also, initiated and assisted in vehicle exhaust emission-testing project at the department.
October 1995- March 2001.
Ø Student Engineer
University
of the West Indies,
Researched and prepared a
project proposal on the suitability of the use of Methanol as a vehicular fuel
in
June 1995 - October 1995.
Publications
1.
"A comparison of the vehicle emissions from
ethanol, methanol, CNG and LPG with gasoline". Presented in the International Symposium on
Energy and the Environment, at the University of the
2.
"The future of alternative fuels in
3.
"The use of methanol as a vehicular fuel in
Professional Affiliations
Þ
APETT - Association of Professional Engineers of
Þ
SAE
International - The Engineering Society for Advancing
Special Achievement
X Runner up to the best year three (graduating) student of Physics Class of 1995.
X Treasurer of UWI Hindu Society (1994 - 1995 academic year).
X Floor Member of SWAHA Inc. - Divya Ashram (1995).
X Education Officer of the SWAHA Inc. - Divya Ashram (1996, 1997, 1999 & 2001).
References
1. Dr. Prakash Persad - Senior Lecturer (present) (Head of Department 1995-2000),
Department of Mechanical Engineering, UWI.
2. Mr. Richard Warren - Manager - Operations
The Trinidad and Tobago Solid Waste Management Company Limited
Contact Information
Preysal,
Telephone Contact: 791-3039.
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