Anand Kumar

About Anand Kumar

Results-driven Mechanical Engineer with over 12+ years of specialized experience in rotating equipment, specializing in installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, condition monitoring, and remote monitoring. Proven ability to manage technical projects and lead teams, ensuring optimal equipment performance across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations. Proficient in industry standards and compliance, with a strong emphasis on proactive problem-solving to maximize operational efficiency and minimize downtime.Some of my skills are• Installation, preservation, Commissioning, surveillance, maintenance, troubleshooting, overhauling and repair of rotating equipment such as centrifugal compressors, gas turbines, steam turbines, reciprocating compressors, motors, pumps and so on.• Currently serving as a Technical Specialist at Shell Technology Centre, Bangalore, leading a team of Rotating Equipment engineers in proactive remote technical monitoring remotely across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.• Extensive experience across refineries and petrochemical plants, contributing to critical operations and equipment reliability.• Key contributor to the commissioning and maintenance of the world’s largest gasification complex, with extensive expertise in refineries and petrochemical plants. • Demonstrates strong knowledge of API standards for rotary machinery and conducts Factory Acceptance Testing for various rotating equipment. • Proven ability in root cause analysis and technical issue resolution, complemented by leadership skills in mentoring engineers and collaborating across functions. • Skilled in utilizing advanced tools, such as machine learning, PI-based, and equipment diagnostic tools, to enhance equipment performance, operational efficiency and reliability.

Experience

1. Technical Specialist Rotating Equipment

   Shell

   Aug 2020 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Expert in monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing rotating equipment performance, including pumps, compressors, turbines and so on. • Leads a team of over 20 Rotating Equipment engineers, provides mentorship, and fosters collaboration with stakeholders and site teams to enhance operational efficiency.• Analyzing machinery data for performance monitoring and skilled in utilizing advanced technologies, such as machine learning, Pi-based systems, and diagnostic tools, to enhance remote monitoring, improving the reliability and performance of critical equipment.• Proficient in API standards to ensure adherence to best practices, skilled in root cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent equipment failures.

Education

• Annamalai University

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering