Akshay Prasad Karuvath

Operations Associate

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India3 yrs experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Experienced in leading mechanical systems commissioning projects.
Proficient in safety compliance and risk management in engineering.
Strong background in project engineering within manufacturing.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in mechanical systems and project management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Project EngineeringMechanical EngineeringHealth & Safety

Other Skills

Advanced MaterialsAlloysAnalytical SkillsBill of Materials (BOM) CreationCapital ProjectsCoatingsContinuous CastingContinuous ImprovementDefect EliminationDocumentationEmergency ManagementFailure AnalysisHeat TreatmentHydraulic PumpsHydraulic Systems

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Experience

Arcelormittal nippon steel india

3 roles

Assistant Manager: Shift In Charge Mechanical Maintenance

Apr 2025 – Present · 11 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India · On-site

Assistant Manager: Project Engineer

Jan 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India · On-site

Project: Continuous Galvanizing Line (CGL#3) – Furnace Section
Erection of Critical Furnace Components:
Led the assembly and installation of furnace casings, structural frameworks, rolls (steering, tensiometer, stabilizing), and drive systems, ensuring precision alignment per engineering drawings.
Mechanical Systems Commissioning:
Conducted pre-commissioning checks, lubrication, and trial runs of rotating equipment (rolls, blowers, motors).
Collaborated with electrical and automation teams to integrate mechanical systems with control networks.
Troubleshooting & Optimization:
Resolved vibration issues in blowers and misalignment in roll assemblies during trials, minimizing downtime.

Project EngineeringMechanical Systems CommissioningTroubleshooting & OptimizationMechanical Engineering

Assistant Manager: Shift Engineer

Mar 2023 – Jan 2024 · 10 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India · On-site

Project: Cold Rolling Mill – Continuous Galvanizing Line (CGL#4)
Natural Gas Piping (Furnace Section)
Assisted in the installation, testing, and commissioning of natural gas pipelines for the CGL furnace.
Conducted pressure tests, leak tests, and purging operations to ensure system integrity and safety.
Pneumatic Piping Systems
Supported the setup of compressed air networks for automation and control systems in the rolling
mill.
Safety & Compliance
Followed strict HSE protocols during installation, reducing workplace hazards.
Documented inspection reports, welding logs, and as-built drawings for quality assurance.