Avichal Baldua

About Avichal Baldua

An astute engineering information management professional with around 16 Years of diversified experience in implementing IM (Information Mangement) solutions by managing Engineering information and using ETL through Data Warehouse (Bentley - Life cycle Server, Intergraph – Smart Plant Foundation) and EDMS (Coreworx, Livelink, Documentum, Filenet) for oil and gas giants. Currently working as IM Advisor, Project Manager for Integrated Gas Shell Operated Assets and Digital Data Lead for Shell in Bengaluru, India.A keen strategist & thorough implementer with abilities in delivery management, focusing on maximizing customer satisfaction, process compliance and quality; comprehensive experience in leading teams & multiple projects.Insightful knowledge of project analysis, Process rationalization, cost control, capacity planning, performance measurement and quality with strong domain knowledge of Process Equipment and Functional Knowledge of Asset Integrity ManagementPlayed a major role in Defining IM Workflow, Procedures, specifications and Handover guidelinesProven abilities in working/ convergent with EDMS, CMMS, Commissioning and other standards like ISO15926, ISO14224, API RP 14C, CHVLib, EIS, BP Class LibraryRecognized by upper management as a people-oriented, self-motivated, team player with strong interpersonal, and communication skills. Holds Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering and M.B.A. in Marketing.

Experience

1. Principal Information Management Advisor

   Shell

   Jul 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Leading the strategic development and execution of enterprise-wide engineering information management frameworks across Asset Management, Digital Twin initiatives, and Data Quality governance. Leveraging over a decade in the energy sector, I collaborate with global teams to embed robust data intelligence and digital transformation practices—driving operational excellence and accelerating data-driven decision-making.Key Responsibilities • Design and implement Information Management (IM) strategies to support the lifecycle of Digital Twin and Asset Management tools. • Lead cross-functional programs to elevate data quality, integration, and governance across multiple regions such as NAM, SUKEP, GOM, and IG. • Guide internal teams and stakeholders through digital transformation journeys by adopting scalable IM solutions. • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights on best-in-class digital practices and emerging IM trends.Core Strengths & Expertise • Digital Twins & Asset Data: Advise on creating virtual replicas for smarter asset performance monitoring and predictive maintenance. • Data Quality Governance: Implement enterprise-wide standards and pipelines for high-integrity data across systems. • Cross-Regional Leadership: Successfully manage complex IM deployments across North America, South Asia, and Europe. • Strategic Influence: Leverage strong partnerships to drive the adoption of IM frameworks and digital tools within Shell’s matrix environment.Representative Achievements • Championed a major Digital Twin roll‑out across multiple asset fleets, delivering measurable improvements in performance monitoring and cost efficiency. • Standardized data quality protocols across global teams, reducing data inconsistencies and supporting more reliable analytics and reporting. • Successfully drove IM adoption in senior teams, enabling data-driven insights and fostering a digital-first mindset across business units.

Education

• Sikkim Manipal University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing

  2010 — 2012

• Amity University

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Jde Enterprise One
• Sap Pm Module
• Zenator
• Management
• Engineering
• Epc
• Toad 9.0
• Cmms
• Project Engineering
• Process Engineering
• Analysis
• Microsoft Project
• Petrochemical
• Materials Management
• Microsoft Office
• Erp
• Ms Project
• Factory
• Etl Tools
• Document Management
• Jdedwards - Cmms
• Sap R/3
• Access
• Project Management
• Team Management
• Documentum
• Autocad
• Product Life Cycle
• Data Warehousing
• Energy
• Testing
• Edw
• Petroleum
• Etl
• Oil & Gas
• Procurement
• Commissioning
• Project Planning
• P&Id
• Sap Mm