CURRICULUM VITAE

Pardeep Kumar Mehta

+91- 9810898263 & +91 - 8882446682 | pardeep.kr.mehta@gmail.com | New Delhi, India

Career Snapshot
"Electrical Engineer with over 25 years of technical and managerial experience in Railways
Rolling Stock. Expert in managing and executing Rail Rolling Stock projects, in the field of
installation, testing, commissioning, engineering interface, quality control, and after-sales
Site/project management for railways and metro organizations."

Career Timeline / Work History

October 2012 – Present: Direct Employment with ABTS LTD. Designation: General Manager Northern
Region. Location: Delhi / India.
Projects: 1) Delhi Metro Rolling Stock Projects RS1, RS6, RS13, RS15 of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
(MELCO). 2) UP Metro Train Maintenance Contract of Lucknow & Kanpur Metro.

October 2005 – Oct 2012: Direct Employment with SIEMENS LTD. Designation: Senior Executive.
Location: Mumbai & Chennai / India.
Projects: 1) GP194 & 2) MRVC 1 of Electrical Multiple Unit (EMU), Bombay Projects.

Sept 2002 – Sept 2005: Employment on Contract with ALSTOM Projects (I) Ltd. Designation:
Testing & Commissioning Engineer. Location: Delhi / India.
Projects: DMRC Rolling Stock 1 (RS1) Project (Alstom & MITSUBISHI Supplied Propulsion Equipment).

Jan 1999 – Sept 2002: Employment through Contractor with Bombardier Transportation.
Designation: Site Electrical Engineer. Location: Ghaziabad & Gomoh / India.
Project: Indian Railway’s Project IR GP-140 [WAP5 Passenger & WAG9 goods Locomotive Projects]

Professional Qualification

1) B. Tech in Engineering Technology from BITS Pilani

Field of Study: Engineering Technology

Level: Three & Half Years of Engineering Grade: First Class

Name of the Institution: Birla Institution of Technology & Science (BITS, Pilani)

Year of Passing: June 2022, Work integrated B. Tech.

2) Electrical Engineering Diploma from Board of Technical Education Haryana, Chandigarh.

Field of Study: Electrical Engineering

Level: Three Years Engineering Grade: First Class

Name of the Institution: Government Polytechnic Sirsa (GPS)

Year of Passing: Aug. 1998

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Experience
ABTS Limited | New Delhi, India
Job Title: General Manager Northern Region (DMRC & UPMRC METRO Projects)
Employment Period: October 2012 - Present

Job Roles:
1) Site Project Manager (Mitsubishi Electric’s Rolling Stock METRO Projects RS1, RS6, RS13 and RS15)
2) GM Northern Region (ABTS Ltd.’s DMRC & UP Metro Project)

Job Summary:
1) Site/Project Manager (Mitsubishi Electric Projects) for Delhi Metro Rail Projects of Mitsubishi
Electric Corporation (MELCO):

Successfully executed and completed RS1, RS6, and RS13 Delhi METRO Projects for MELCO.

Currently serving as Team Leader for the DMRC RS15 Project responsible for overseeing the testing
and commissioning of the Train Propulsion system, including train Integrated Management System
(TIMS), and Auxiliary System supplied by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.

Leading the project for the delivery of 80 broad gauge Metro Cars, contributing to the enhancement of
Delhi Metro's rolling stock fleet.

Implemented robust project management methodologies, including effective planning, risk management,
resource allocation, and monitoring.

Responsible for standstill & running testing as par IEC-61133 for MELCO'S (Mitsubishi Electric
Corporation; JAPAN) equipment; Traction converter/Inverter, Static Inverter, Main Transformer, Train
integrated management system and ALSTOM supplied equipment like Emergency Ground Switch &
Schneider Supplied 22CB VCB. Testing and commissioning of associated equipment such as Traction
Motors, PT, CT, LA, ACCB, Speed sensors, temperature sensors etc.

Running routine and type test of converter/Inverter and evaluation of critical parameters like torque
pattern, motor current RMS, Slip- frequency, PWM factor and jerk rate as per standard using various
measuring signals through sensors, Lvtd, and measuring prints.

Type test of Static Inverter, Main Transformer and Traction Motors, including temperature rise tests at
Schedule run and all out run at AW0 to AW3 Load condition.

Routine & Type testing and commissioning of Train Integrated Management System (TIMS system)
based on TCP/IP and HDLC protocols, using physical layer RS232, RS484 to interface with other train
borne systems like Doors, Converter/Inverter, Brakes unit, vehicle level, Static Inverter, Train radios,
passenger alarm system. Specialized in Type & Routine testing, commissioning, fault-finding,
investigations, change management (hardware and software), and efficient site management.

Proactively identified and addressed project risks, utilizing sound risk management strategies to
minimize potential setbacks and maximize project success.

Facilitated collaboration between cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality control, and
suppliers, to ensure smooth project execution and achieve project objectives.

Promoted a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, leading to the optimization of processes,
increased efficiency, and enhanced project outcomes.

Core Responsibilities -

Recruitment and Team Building: Managed recruitment and talent acquisition, assembling a skilled and
motivated team.

Test Procedures, Testing and Commissioning: Finalizing test procedures and schedules, obtaining
technical approvals, and ensuring testing and commissioning are completed on time.
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Proactive planning, including identifying the requirement for test equipment & to ensure depot facility,
equipment and tools are available prior to testing.

Conducting, monitoring and evaluating test results before submission to the customer for approval.

After Sales Management -DLP Activities, Troubleshooting, Modification (change management),

Spare Audits and Root cause Failure Analysis: Conducting DLP activities, including failure analysis, root
cause analysis, trend monitoring, and implementing corrective and preventive actions, change management
to enhance equipment availability and reliability.

Producing Failure investigation reports & Nonconformity reports for each and every non-compliance / failure.

DLP Spare audits and requirement monitoring.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including QC and Engineering

resources from Itami, Japan, as well as suppliers in India and abroad.

Configuration Management: Ensuring traceability and configuration management of the train equipment.

Timely preparation and submission of the monthly report, Project Review Meetings, Customer coordination
and compliance.

Presenting the weekly / monthly status reports to local management and also to the global project leader.

Competence Enhancement: Working with a clear roadmap to enhance the know-how of the team and to
increase competence and regular reviews of the competency.

Training and Development: Developing training plans for self and team members, focused on work
experience, competency development, necessary skills, safety (EHS / IRIS), and continuous training.

IRIS Standards & Audits: Ensured compliance with International Rail Industry Standards (IRIS standards)
and served as the internal auditor & Auditee for quality and standards adherence.

Safety and Compliance: Ensuring all activities comply with Company policies and procedures, ensure all
activities undertaken in the Company are conducted with due regard to a high level of safety & follow IRIS
standard.

Overseeing Metro Projects of UP Metro (UPMRCL) & Delhi Metro (DMRC):

Responsible for implementation of IRIS (International Railway Industry Standard), across all project
sites of UP Metro's (UPMRCL) and Delhi Metro's (DMRC) depots.

Ensuring the seamless operation of ongoing projects, with a strong focus on building and maintaining
customer relations and delivering high-quality work.

Conducting spares audits and ensuring the availability of spares, tools and equipment with valid
calibration.

Managing and allocating adequate resources for site operations. Overseeing quality management and
record-keeping processes.

Assist in bid preparation and support the Business Development unit. Lead recruitment efforts to hire
qualified employees.

Manage internal and external stakeholders to achieve key business objectives.

Core Responsibilities –

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Team Building and Leadership: Successfully built and led a high-performing team, fostering a culture
of collaboration and innovation. Emphasized teamwork and professional development to drive excellence
in project execution, with a focus on Project Management and IRIS Standard compliance.

Effective Communication: Established clear and open lines of communication within the team and with
stakeholders, facilitating the exchange of ideas, feedback, and critical information for the successful
completion of projects.

Contract Adherence: Ensured strict adherence to contractual agreements and project requirements,
managing budgets and resources efficiently while meeting project milestones and deadlines.

Customer Satisfaction: Prioritized customer satisfaction by aligning project deliverables with client
expectations. Proactively addressed issues and concerns to enhance relationships and secure repeat
business.

Issue Resolution: Proficiently resolved complex issues and challenges, demonstrating a problem-solving
mind-set and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.

Strategic Planning: Developed and executed strategic plans to drive business growth and operational
excellence in the Northern region, aligning with the company's overall objectives.

Quality Control: Implemented stringent quality control measures, resulting in the consistent delivery of
high-quality work and services to clients.

Performance Metrics: Established performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate
team and project performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Safety and Compliance: Ensured strict adherence to safety regulations and compliance standards,
prioritizing the well-being of employees and the communities in which projects were executed.

SIEMENS LIMITED | Mumbai & Chennai, India

Job Title: Senior Executive (EMU Bombay GP194 & MRVC1 Projects)
Employment Period: October 2005 – October 2012

Project Detail: Indian Railway's GP -194 EMU Bombay Project for supply of complete electrical
systems for Mumbai's suburban trains for operation on both of Mumbai's suburban arterial networks, the
Central and Western Railway. The project involves development, engineering, manufacturing, supply, and
supervision of erection and commissioning of complete energy-saving electrical system on trains.

Job Roles:
1) Site Manager [Siemens Ltd. at Mumbai Kurla Car Shed of Indian Railways].
2) Engineering & Installation Manager [Siemens Ltd. at Chennai ICF Rail Coach Factory] for EMU
Bombay Project of Indian Railways.

Job Summary:
Site Management: Site Management at Kurla Car Shed of EMU Bombay project to ensure effective
leadership & customer satisfaction.
Supervision of Installation & Quality Control:
Played a major role in the supervision of the Installation of EMU Bombay Coaches during various stages at
the production line in the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) of Indian Railways.
Producing training documentation for Indian Railway Employees (on various tools to be used at various kinds
of terminals and connectors).
Producing installation procedures with self-explained photos (method of working) and handling instructions
(screening arrangement of control circuits/train bus systems, earthing, EMC plans and cable laying etc).
Training to user railways (Indian Railways – Centre and Western EMU’s Car sheds) for producing Retrofit
coach using Siemens Electrics.
Recommending tool lists and cable handling procedures for the type of activities to be performed for the
retrofit Project of WR /CR.

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Leading installation team for quality reliability and smooth production of EMUs at Integral Coach Factory,
Chennai.
Engineering & Design Support:
Engineering and design support to Siemens AG design team; clarifications of the technical issues and
interface with the customer to solve various design / technical issues.
Qualitative aspects of reliability, quality assurance, fitness-for-purpose & Engineering coordination.
Coordination with sub-suppliers to finalize the design issues.
Preparation and Submission of Design documents to R.D.S.O for Final Approval.
Customization of the list of ‘special tools to be delivered to the customer as per contract’ and finalizing them.
Assembly drawings, schematics, equipment lists, cable schedules and other documentation.
Associated with German engineering team for combined system test held at Nuremberg in Germany.
Monitoring and Record keeping: Ensure the quality work is implemented in each coach passing through
various manufacturing stages. Monitoring of work done by team, vendor & ICF personnel & maintaining
records of each system via various protocols developed.
Occupational Health and Safety: To Ensure all activities comply with Company OH&S policies and
procedures, ensure all activities undertaken in the Company are conducted with due regard to a high level of
safety.

ALSTOM PROJECTS (I) LIMITED | Delhi, India

Job Title: Testing & Commissioning Engineer (DMRC RS1 Project)
Employment Period: September 2002 – September 2005

Job Roles:
1) Site Testing & Commissioning Engineer [Shastri Park and Khyber Pass Metro Depot].
2) Site Support Engineer [After sales support- Troubleshooting, investigations and modifications]

Job Summary:
As an electrical engineer, I was selected by ALSTOM to participate in the testing and commissioning of the
inaugural Delhi Metro train. I underwent intensive training provided by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
(MELCO) for Rolling Stock-1 at the Delhi Metro Depot.

• I received training in various test methodologies employed by MELCO for investigating and conducting root
cause analysis of failures stemming from both internal and external systems.

• I actively contributed to the testing and commissioning of Rail corridor and Metro Corridor trains supplied
by the MRM consortium.

• I played a significant role in various development initiatives aimed at meeting customer needs and
improving project execution.

• I specialized in troubleshooting and fault finding in Mitsubishi and sub-contractor-supplied equipment,

which encompassed the complete propulsion system of the Rolling Stock, including the Train Integrated
Management System.

• As the Lead Test Engineer, I led testing and commissioning efforts, collaborating closely with the Signalling
team, Brake, and other suppliers to establish and finalize test parameters.

• I undertook major repair, replacement, change management, and resolution of warranty issues.

• I was responsible for monitoring performance, maintaining records of failures, and overseeing other
commissioning activities.

• I conducted investigations into critical failures and identified faults in interface systems, such as Overhead
Electric (O.H.E.), Track, Signalling, and more, subsequently providing detailed reports.

• My role necessitated effective collaboration with project, design, quality control (MELCO Internal), external
vendors, sub-vendors, and the customer to ensure the seamless operation of the project.

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BOMBARDIER TRANSPORTATION (previously known as ABB)| Ghaziabad & Gomoh, India
Job Title: Site Electrical Engineer (Indian Railways GP140 WAP/5 & WAG/9 Locomotive Project)
Employment Period: January 1999 – September 2002

Job Roles:
1) Site Modification Engineer [Ghaziabad Loco Car Shed].
2) Site Support Engineer Ghaziabad & Gomoh [After sales support- Troubleshooting, investigations and
modifications]

Job Summary:
• Played a pivotal role in various locomotive modifications and conducted essential testing activities.

 Engaged in locomotive trials with RDSO (Research Design and Standards Organization), serving as a
troubleshooting expert and actively participating in Site Electrical activities at Ghaziabad (U.P. for WAP5)
and Gomoh (Bihar for WAG 9) Locomotive sheds.

• Managed the coordination of warranty services for locomotive components.

• Proficiently diagnosed and resolved technical issues, pinpointing problem areas and locating faulty PCBs in
the control circuit.
• Assisted overseas experts in locomotive trials with RDSO.

• Spearheaded modifications and developments, including erection and installation of electrical circuitry and
cabling.
• Demonstrated strong skills in process planning, scheduling, task-specific reporting, and the preparation of
check sheets and procedures.

• Actively developed interpersonal skills to foster effective teamwork.

• Ensured the safety of both myself and the associated team members.

Highlights & Accomplishments

 Three Months contributions to Combined System Test, held at Nuremberg in Germany –

(7th Sep 2006 to 02nd Dec 2006, with Siemens AG).

 Associated with MELCO JAPAN for Type Test of Traction Motor at Itami Works, Japan.

 Training on Programmable Logic Controllers – PLC – S -7 Series (1st Jan to 10th Jan.
2009, Siemens internal training program).

 Certificate of Participation from Goethe Institute, Germany for Level 1 to Level 3 (A1, A2,
B1). Proficient in German at the A1 Level.

 Official nominated trainer for Training held for Jaipur Metro staff on HT System
& TractionTransformer (12th & 13th December 2014).

 Accomplished eight Car Type tests (tare & laden) without any physical support from
overseas accomplices (August 2014 to October 2014).
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 Completed various Rolling Stock Projects successfully and gained skill in various
aspects counting from Manufacturing , Testing, commissioning to final closure of
the Projects.

 Attended various in-house self-development programs & Training at Siemens Ltd from
2005 to 2012.
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Reward / Awards & Certificates:

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 ABTS Ltd - (Delhi Metro Project – RS1 & RS6 for Mitsubishi)

 Awarded certificate of appreciation for service & contribution as Manager of Engineering.

 Awarded a letter of appreciation with communication of promotion to Sr. Manager, Dy.

General Manager & General Manager.

Siemens Ltd - (EMU Project Bombay – GP194 & MRVC- I)

 Rewarded with ‘Merit Reward & bagged ‘Outstanding Performance Letter’ for presenting
skilful performance during Project execution at ICF, Chennai.

 A certificate of appreciation with communication of promotion.

 Personal Testimonial by G.M. Field Services, for the services rendered.

Alstom Projects (I) Ltd - (Delhi Metro Project – RS1 for Alstom, Mitsubishi)

 Service Certificate describing duties/responsibilities handled.

Bombardier Transportation - (Indian Railway Project – GP140)

 A Certificate of appreciation & Personal Industrial reference by the Project Manager.

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Personal Dossier

Date of Birth: 22 March 1977, Yamuna Nagar, Haryana, India

Language Proficiency: English, Hindi, Punjabi

German & Tamil (Elementary)

Current Location: Delhi, India

Willing to relocate: Yes

Contact Details: av.pardeep@gmail.com; Pardeep.kr.mehta@gmail.com

0091 – 9810898263 (Company); 0091 – 8882446682
(Home)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pardeep-mehta-2455716

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