Vijayaraghavan Kannan

Vijayaraghavan Kannan is an Electrical and Electronics Engineer with 6 years of experience specializing in commissioning and maintenance of SCADA, electrical control systems, and smart grids.

His expertise includes implementing cybersecurity measures in OT systems as per industry standards such as IEC 62443, NERC CIP, ISA 99, and NCIIPC control guidelines.

Vijayaraghavan has successfully commissioned PLC and SCADA based load shedding and grid islanding schemes, showcasing his practical skills in the field.

He has a background in IT consulting, focusing on the development of new applications and IT infrastructure to support operational needs.

With a keen eye for identifying business requirements, Vijayaraghavan excels in proposing efficient solutions to enhance work processes and project outcomes.

His experience extends to managing and executing multi-crore projects, demonstrating his leadership capabilities and project management skills.

Vijayaraghavan is well-versed in defining maintenance strategies to proactively prevent system breakdowns and enhance overall system reliability.

He has hands-on experience in commissioning 220kV switchyard substation automation systems and conducting operation and maintenance of various electrical equipment like LT & HT switchgears, transformers, VFDs, and motors.

Having worked on both green field and brownfield projects, Vijayaraghavan brings a versatile approach to project execution and management.

His familiarity with power system design methodologies, grounding techniques, and various electrical equipment underscores his technical proficiency in the field.

Vijayaraghavan's expertise also extends to maintenance of electrical equipment in hazardous environments, adhering to stringent safety protocols and guidelines.

He was recognized and awarded by the BPCL group Chairman and Managing Director for implementing cost-optimized reliability measures in control and automation systems, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization.

Vijayaraghavan pursued his B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from KCG College of Technology, graduating with a commendable CGPA of 7.3.

His professional journey includes roles such as Deputy Manager - Learning & Development, Deputy Manager - Electrical, and Assistant Manager - Electrical at Bharat Oman Refineries Limited.

In addition, he has held positions like Member- User Engagement Office at ContractIQ, Co-founder & Head of procurement and Market research at STIR, and Founder at Buk IT Inc., showcasing his diverse skill set and entrepreneurial spirit.