Meet Vinayak Cheulkar, General Manager at Shiv Sulphuric Solutions (OPC) Pvt. Ltd. With over 20 years of rich experience, Vinayak has left an indelible mark in the field of piping and mechanical engineering. Let’s explore the journey of this seasoned professional.
A Multifaceted Engineer
1. Piping Design and Area Leadership
Vinayak’s expertise lies in piping design, pipe support design, and 3D model review. As an Area Lead Engineer, he has successfully overseen critical projects, ensuring seamless execution. His meticulous approach and technical acumen set him apart.
2. Solar Power Plant Innovations
Vinayak played a pivotal role in a Solar Power Plant project for IIT-B Delhi. With CCP technology (Cylindrical Parabolic Collector), he led solar collector assembly, equipment design, and specification preparation. His contributions to sustainable energy solutions are commendable.
3. Global Experience and Recognition
Vinayak’s knowledge transcends borders. He successfully completed engineering assignments in the USA, leaving a lasting impact. His commitment to excellence earned him the ‘Best Achievement Award for the Year’ during his work with Madras Fertilizers Ltd.
4. Pressure Vessel Expertise
Vinayak’s journey includes attending the A.S.M.E. Pressure Vessel Design Course in California. His grasp of pressure vessel design and inspection is invaluable.
5. Software Proficiency
Vinayak’s toolkit includes:
- PDMS: Piping design and modeling
- CAESAR: Piping stress analysis
- Bentley Auto Pipe: Piping and ducting stress analysis
- Cype: Structural design (pipe support design)
- NavisWorks Freedom: 3D model review
- AutoCAD: Drawing drafting
- MS-Office: General documents, calculations, and spreadsheets
- Primavera and MS-Project: Planning and expedition
- PVElite and Compress: Pressure vessel design
6. Quality and Education
Vinayak excels in process maps, checklists, formats, and schedule tracking. His educational foundation includes a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Board of Technical Examination, Mumbai (1991).