Abhilash Jacob Varikkatt

About Abhilash Jacob Varikkatt

I am mechanical engineer, procurement specialist, and business development professional with a proven track record for providing reliable technical expertise, project management, and program delivery. I strive to be an innovator who excels in the challenge of accurate solutions for difficult situations in refined logistics, operations, and global supply chain management. I take great pride in being a well-rounded and reliable leader with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, driven to develop and grow within an engaging work environment, managing and growing organizations through implementation and advancements of procedures, strategic partnerships, and driving enhancements. As a seasoned negotiator, visionary, and persuasive communicator I have focused my work on reducing costs while simultaneously increasing productivity and efficiency. I understand the importance of time commitments and manage high pressure situations in an organizational setting. I am a detail-oriented and focused individual with a sincere work ethic and bring these qualities with me to any team. I have a passion for developing and delivering projects through effective communication, multidisciplinary collaboration and operational coordination, including innovative plans and the implementation of on time and on budget program deliveries.Core Skills and KnowledgeProcurement, Contract Administration Project Management and PlanningMechanical Engineering Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing Scheduling and PrioritizationDynamic Systems and ControlMaterials Design and Testing Polished Vendor DevelopmentOracle based ERP systemProgram Development DeliverySupply Chain Management Effective Negotiation Skills

Experience

1. R & d Engineer Ii

   Los Alamos National Laboratory

   Sep 2024 — Present · Los Alamos, NM, US

Education

• Carmel Polytechnic College

  Diploma in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

  1989 — 1992

• Central Institute of Tool Design

  Masters Degree (Advanced Post Graduation), Tool Engineering

  1999 — 2001

• Maharashtra Institute of Technology

  Advanced Training, Piping Engineering

  2009 — 2010

• RV College Of Engineering

  Bachelors Degree, Mechanical Engineering

  1993 — 1998

Skills

• Materials
• Project Engineering
• Petroleum
• Pumps
• Epc
• Piping
• Contract Management
• Procurement
• New Vendor Development
• Oil & Gas
• Pipelines
• Valves
• Negotiation
• Energy Industry
• Engineering
• Gas
• Manufacturing