P R Sekhar

Mechanical Engineer with over 8 years of experience in product development, manufacturing support, technical documentation, and engineering operations within the oil & gas industry. Expertise in subsea components, wellhead systems, elastomer seals, and mechanical sealing solutions for critical industrial applications. Proficient in NX CAD, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Teamcenter, and SAP QM, with strong capabilities in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), product qualification, vendor coordination, and quality improvement initiatives.

Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products while ensuring compliance with API and ASME standards. Recognized for improving product reliability, streamlining engineering workflows, optimizing ECN processes, and supporting FAT/SIT activities for global projects.

Application Engineer 1 - TechnipFMC - Bengaluru

(2021-12 - 2025-02)

• Managed subsea component and wellhead system activities for offshore oil & gas applications.
• Executed PLM operations including product data sheet updates, BOM revisions, ECNs, and lifecycle documentation using Teamcenter.
• Coordinated with suppliers, testing facilities, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful product qualification and compliance with industry standards.
• Resolved supplier quality issues through SAP QM tracking and corrective action implementation.
• Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on manufacturing and field defects, improving product reliability and reducing repetitive failures.
• Supported and coordinated Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for subsea and wellhead components prior to customer delivery.
• Generated and maintained engineering documentation including qualification reports, BOMs, ECNs, and technical records.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to customer quality requirements.

Application Engineer 1 - TechnipFMC - Bengaluru

(2021-12 - 2025-02)

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

• Minimized production delays through improved vendor coordination and material quality management.
• Streamlined qualification and testing activities to support faster product delivery.
• Improved elastomer seal reliability through structured RCA methodologies and SOP implementation.
• Strengthened issue resolution processes through enhanced SAP QM tracking and supplier coordination.

Design Engineer II - John Crane Sealing Systems India Pvt Ltd. - Bangalore

(2017-12 - 2021-12)

• Developed mechanical seals and sealing systems for pumps used in oil & gas, pharma, paper & pulp, and food processing industries.
• Collaborated with manufacturing teams, API fluid system engineers, and project coordinators to ensure first-fit installation success.
• Maintained BOM structures, technical documents, and revision records within Teamcenter.
• Created 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings using Solid Edge and SolidWorks in compliance with API 610 and API 682 standards.
• Investigated product and manufacturing issues through RCA methodologies and implemented corrective actions using ECN processes.
• Prepared technical manuals, installation guides, repair documentation, and ATEX compliance documentation.
• Coordinated global projects to ensure successful delivery of sealing solutions for complex pump systems.

Design Engineer II - John Crane Sealing Systems India Pvt Ltd. - Bangalore

(2017-12 - 2021-12)

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

• Reduced customer downtime through optimized mechanical seal detailing and standardized drafting practices.
• Improved ECN processing through workflow optimization and enhanced revision management.
• Successfully handled global customer projects involving critical sealing applications with first-fit success.
• Standardized drafting callouts and engineering documentation practices, improving manufacturing clarity and consistency.

Senior CAD Engineer - EduCADD Learning Solutions - Bangalore

(2016-09 - 2017-12)

• Delivered professional training programs in SolidWorks, CATIA, and GD&T applications.
• Mentored junior engineers in geometric modeling, drafting standards, and industrial design practices.
• Developed structured CAD learning modules aligned with industry requirements.
• Conducted advanced modeling workshops using real-world engineering examples.

Senior CAD Engineer - EduCADD Learning Solutions - Bangalore

(2016-09 - 2017-12)

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

• Improved student project completion through structured training methodologies.
• Streamlined CAD libraries and learning materials, reducing preparation effort for training sessions.
• Mentored junior engineers who secured opportunities in manufacturing and engineering organizations.
• Introduced advanced GD&T exercises that enhanced trainee design accuracy and practical understanding.

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - SCSVMV University (2008 - 2012)