Ankur Sharma

About Ankur Sharma

I’m an engineering, project and reliability leader passionate about turning complex pharmaceutical plants into breakthrough operations — safer, more reliable, and future-ready. I have versatile experience in the maintenance, condition monitoring, reliability, process safety & Inspection and have wide exposure to Pharmaceutical plants, fertilizer, Oil & Gas plants & energy sector. PMP & Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) certified. Skilled in principles of Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Projects Management and Reliability Engineering. With over 13 years of experience in API manufacturing, I lead multidisciplinary engineering, maintenance, and reliability teams to deliver measurable impact. My work focuses on aligning technical excellence with business goals — ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and operational uptime.In my current role, I manage assets worth ₹350 Cr, oversee an annual CapEx of ₹15 Cr, and lead a team of 42 engineers and 150 contract professionals. I’ve successfully delivered modernization and automation programs, including a ₹15 Cr DeltaV batch migration project, integrating recipe-based automation and improving reliability and compliance across multiple reactors.My mission is to make engineering a true business enabler — where technology, people, and reliability converge to support quality, safety, and sustainable growth. Core Strengths- Reliability & Asset Management- Engineering Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration- Automation & Digital Transformation (Emerson DeltaV, DCS, BMS, utilities)- Project Execution & Stakeholder Management- Cost Optimisation & Compliance ExcellenceI believe great engineering isn’t just about equipment — it’s about enabling people and systems to perform at their best.Let’s connect if you’re passionate about reliability excellence, engineering transformation, or building the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Experience

1. Sr Manager

   Cipla

   Sep 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   Unit head- Engineering, Maintenance and Reliability1. Engineering & Asset Management Oversee the maintenance and reliability of plant assets worth ₹350 Cr Develop and implement asset management strategies to optimize lifecycle costs & performance. Ensure compliance with engineering standards (ASME, IBR, ISO, ATEX, GMP, etc.)2. Maintenance & Reliability Strategy Develop and execute a preventive & predictive maintenance program to reduce unplanned downtime & Implement condition monitoring (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, ultrasonic testing). Drive RCM & FMEA to enhance equipment life Ensure effective utilization of the ₹5 Cr annual maintenance budget3. Capital Projects (CapEx) & Continuous Improvement Plan and execute CapEx and automation projects worth ₹13 Cr annually Lead plant expansion, technology upgrades, & automation initiatives for process improvements. Identify opportunities for energy conservation, sustainability & cost reduction4. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management Directly manage 6 Section Heads (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, I&C, Utility Operations, Engineering Stores). Provide technical mentorship and leadership to a 42-member team to enhance skill development Collaborate to ensure seamless plant operations5. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance to cGMP, IBR, PESO, Factory Act, OSHA, NFPA, etc. Drive a strong safety culture by implementing best practices in LOTO, PtW, and Risk Assessments. Lead audit readiness for engineering inspections, safety assessments, and ISO certifications.6. Spare Parts & Inventory ManagementOptimise spare parts inventory to minimize stockouts & controlling costs and Implement SAP-based material management to track critical spares7. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Track KPIs: MTBF, MTTR, Equipment Uptime, Maintenance Cost vs. Budget. Present monthly & annual reports to senior management, highlighting reliability improvements and project status.

Education

• Bansal Classes Kota

  JEE Coaching, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry

  2008 — 2009

• R.D. ENGINEERING COLLEGE, DUHAI, GHAZIABAD

  Master of Technology - MTech, Mechanical Engineering

  2019 — 2021

• Accredian

  PGP in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence

• National Institute of Technology Surat

  Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

  2009 — 2013

• Takshila Vidya Vatika, Baraut

  10+2, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry

  2005 — 2008

Skills

• Heat Transfer
• Fluid Mechanics
• Ls-Dyna
• Finite Element Analysis
• Cad
• Engineering
• Numerical Analysis
• Simulation
• Epc
• Engineering Design
• Pro/Mechanica
• Machine Design
• Thermodynamics
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Mechanics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Abaqus
• Pumps
• Hydraulics
• Product Design
• Stress Analysis
• Mechanical Engineering
• Unigraphics
• Design Engineering
• Pro Engineer
• Mechanical Systems
• Thermal
• Solid Mechanics
• Aerodynamics
• Heat Exchangers
• Cfd
• Nastran
• Ansys
• Autocad
• Asme
• Solidworks
• Gas Turbines
• Pressure Vessels
• Catia
• Mechanical Analysis