Viraj Wankhade

Project Engineer with good experience of executing industrial & pharmaceutical machinery projects for BARC, NPCIL and global pharma clients. Led multiple nuclear projects and 15+ granulation line from kick-off to handover. Expert in customer and Delivering 100% on-time projects with up to 35% efficiency gains.

Project Engineer – Pharmaceutical Machinery at Kevin Process Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (2025-08 – Present)

• Managed end-to-end project execution for equipment orders, handling CRF release, scope freeze, BOM alignment, and coordination from design to dispatch and installation readiness.
• Conducted technical contract reviews covering P&IDs, GA/layout drawings, utilities, and compliance requirements; ensured timely customer approvals.
• Developed and tracked project schedules using MS Project; monitored manufacturing, assembly, testing, and FAT milestones with regular progress reporting.
• Planned and executed FAT activities including DQ/FAT protocol review, test execution coordination, MOM preparation, and closure of technical compliance points.
• Coordinated with production, quality, and logistics teams for manufacturing progress, packing standards, dispatch clearances, and site installation requirements.
• Followed up with customers from order execution through final payment closure, ensuring timely approvals, dispatch clearances, and commercial coordination.
• Coordinated with customers for site readiness and installation activities, including utility confirmation, layout verification, manpower planning, and installation scheduling.
• Prepared and monitored project schedules and progress using Microsoft Project, including Gantt Chart, Milestone Chart, and FAT, dispatch, installation, and payment milestones.

Project Engineer – Industrial Machinery at Intence Engineering Pvt.Ltd. (2023-08 – 2025-07)

• Involved in R&D and prototype development of new equipment, supporting concept finalization, design review, trial planning, and performance validation prior to release for manufacturing.
• Coordinated with design, production, and application teams during R&D stages to evaluate process feasibility, identify technical issues, and implement design improvements.
• Participated in internal trials and testing of newly developed equipment, analyzing performance parameters, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with customer and process requirements.
• Expert in ASTM, ASME, BS, IS, EN & global standards; adept at interpretation, implementation, auditing & harmonization.
• Prepared Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) for project completion and executed projects accordingly.
• Drafted technical documentation and ensured project transparency for stakeholders.
• Proficient in procurement strategies, technical document preparation, and end-to-end manufacturing processes.
• Managed multiple projects for BARC and NPCIL and achieved timely completion with quality standards.
• Delivered multiple projects aligned with client requirements and industry standards. Improved project efficiency through performance analysis and cost optimization strategies.
• Managed customer follow-up throughout the project lifecycle up to payment realization, including timely closure of technical and commercial queries, approval tracking, dispatch clearance, invoice submission, and payment collection coordination.
• Coordinated site readiness and installation planning with customers by ensuring utility availability, layout and foundation readiness, manpower deployment, material availability, and adherence to installation schedules prior to equipment dispatch and commissioning.

B.E. in Mechanical Engineering – Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University (2019 – 2023)

Higher Secondary Certificate – Maharashtra State Board (2017 – 2019)

Secondary School Certificate – Maharashtra State Board (2016 – 2017)