Rajendra K. Nimonkar has over 20 years of experience in automation, instrumentation, operations and maintenance, and project management. He is currently the Manager of Projects - Field Services & Commissioning at Precision Automation & Robotics India Ltd. He has extensive experience managing automation and robotics projects, commissioning systems, overseeing maintenance activities, and ensuring timely project completion. Some of the major projects he has worked on include assembly lines, gantry systems, glass handling systems, and pipe testing systems.

1. RAJENDRA K. NIMONKAR
Mobile: +91 9850095214
E-Mail: rknimonkar@rediffmail.com
In quest of career enriching opportunities in the field of Project Management, Maintenance,
Automation with a growth oriented organization
PROFESSIONAL SNAPSHOT
 A competent professional with 20+ years of valuable & enriching experience in the areas of Automation,
Instrumentation, Operations & Maintenance, Project Management and Team Management.
 Currently Associated with Precision Automation & Robotics India Ltd, (PARI ROBOTICS) Pune as
Manager ( Projects- Field Services & Commissioning)
 Proficiency in managing design reviews, testing, validating & modification in application program to meet
customer requirements, maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive & systematic), procedures & methods:
(diagnosing breakdown problems, controlling maintenance costs, man power planning)
 Well versed in development of framework and user interfaces for various applications that facilitated
development efforts and also made the application truly user friendly to customer.
 Expertise in handling projects involving planning & execution, modernization, installation & commissioning of
equipment/applications.
 An effective communicator & team player with strong analytical, logical, problem solving and relationship
management abilities.
 Possess comprehensive knowledge of pneumatics, hydro pneumatic presses.
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Overseeing execution of preventive
maintenance to ensure trouble free
and seamless plant operations.
 Spearheading activities involving
working out various requirements &
monitoring overall project operations
for ensuring timely completion.
 Monitoring the activity at sites and
review of project schedule, ensuring
cost control measure, planning for
cash flow requirements, etc.
 Executing cost saving techniques,
measures and modifications to achieve
substantial reduction in O&M
expenditures and work within the
budget.
 Anchoring erection & commissioning of
equipments and ensuring completion
of project in minimum turnaround
time, effective resource utilization to
maximize the output.
 Overseeing installation &
commissioning as well as conducting
tests & inspections to ensure
operational effectiveness of utility
maintenance plans for machines and
equipments.
 Proving control schemes, identifying
appropriate control system, handling
enquiry, specification preparation and
selecting instruments based on type of
application.
 Creating and sustaining a dynamic
environment that fosters development
opportunities and motivates high
performance amongst team members

2. CAREER RECITAL
Since May’2005
Precision Automation & Robotics India Ltd., Pune as Leader (Projects- Field Service &
Commissioning)
P.A.R.I. is Global Automation Solution provider using world class Robotic products and
technologies.
Key Deliverables:
 Handling erection & commissioning of projects & to lead the commissioning team and spearheading:
Goal and objectives setting, Project planning, budget monitoring and cost control.
 Hands on experience on PLC logic modifications for: Siemens S7 200, 300, 400 Series PLC’s,Allen
Bradley PLC, Mitsubishi Q Series/ FX1N/ FX2N Series PLC, Messung PLC, Nexgen 4000/5000.
Using software’s like - Microwin 4.0, Simatic Manager Step 7 v5.5, RS logix 500,RS logix 5000,GX
Developer,GT designer.
 CNC Part programming and tuning related to 802D/ 802Dsl/840D Controllers.
 Spearheading HMI/ MMI Programming using Protool / WinCC Flexible/ TIA portal V12/RS View
me/Panel Builder.
 Drive Configuration and Parameter setting for the Drives worked on Simo-Drive, Master Drive,
Sinamics, Micro master VFD, Mitsubishi E500 Series VFD (Variable Frequency Drives).
 Installation & Commissioning of projects as per customer approved mechanical and electrical
drawings and interfacing different machines with the controller.
 Hands on experience on site- PLC logic debugging and modifications, configuration of I/O’s,
Scanners, RFID integration, Cognex camera interfacing, Vision systems, Interfacing with other
supplier machines.
 Setting the system with stipulated time bound with standardizing varies processes involved as per
customer requirement, hence the customer satisfaction.
 Effectively & independently handling of customer site.
 Assisting in post-commissioning & plant stabilization activities, minor and major overhauls,
generating and analyzing customer reports & feedbacks.
 Reviewing & carrying out inspection tests for determining effectiveness of plant equipments &
coordinating up-gradation, renovation & maintenance work of existing set up’s.
 Hands on experience on PLC Software and HMI Software.
 PLC Logic design for Siemens S7 200, 300, 400 Series PLC’s
 Hands on Experience on Material Handling & welding Robots. (Fanuc)
 Preparation of Preventive Maintenance Schedule.
 Extended contribution by handling trouble shooting & maintenance of PLC/CNCs like SIEMENS,
FANUC, and MISTUBISHI.

3.  Root cause analysis for in-house quality problem in-coordination with the process and other service
departments.
 Extending sound customer support in terms of erection and commissioning, rectification of technical
issues.
 Comprehensive Knowledge of PNEUMATICS, Hydro Pneumatic Presses.
 Extensive knowledge of ISO standards, TPM, and varies root cause analysis methods.
 Maintaining testing & servicing equipment to avoid breakdowns and up keeping to ensure quality
products.
 Industrial network generation and interface using profibus protocol, , LAN , profinet etc.
Notable Highlights:
 Proven track record of streamlining Engine assembly lines, Engine testing lines, Transmission
assembly lines, Electrified Monorail Systems for vehicle/engine transfer, cylinder head subassembly
lines and TCF plant automation at Mahindra & Mahindra (Chakan, Igatpuri), Fully Automated Robotic
chassis Welding at ALF Engineering. Overhead Gantry Systems at Champion Pneumatics, USA &
Caterpillar U.S.A, Ford Sanand, Automated Glass Handling systems at Videocon Bharuch, Thomson
Polska-Poland.
 Gained extensive knowledge of various standard tools like ISO, TPM, and ROOT cause analysis
methods.
 Worked on the following major projects:
o Gantry Systems using Servo drive (Siemens 802D/802Dsl/840D/ Fanuc Oi Mate-MB/ TB/
Series-OM Control)
o Automatic Systems including conveyor lines , Electrified Monorail System (EMS), Lift and
Carry (L&C) Lines (Siemens PLC-S7200 & S7-300/Allen Bradley PLC controllers).
o L-SAW and Spiral Ultrasonic Testing (NDT-non destructive testing) using RD-TECH
OLYMPUS.
o Robotic Handling Systems, Welding Cells (Fanuc Handling Robots).
o Different torquing machine using CP-TOOL, Gauging machines (Marposs)
 Projects Details:
Project Name - U101 Transmission Assembly line.
Project Location- Mahindra and Mahindra,Chakan
Project Highlights- Siemens PLC
Project Description-Conveyor line for Transmission Assembly including Shaft assembly line,Diffcase
line,Docking line,Testing line.Line including press machines, pokayoke ,Dispencing machine,Guaging
machines,float checking stations,

4. Responsibilities -Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing, Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence of all stations. Interface with Nut runner, MES, Andon Display, scanners, Data
Acquisition, RFID. Provide System training and handover to customer.
Similar Projects Transmission assembly lines done in Tata Motors Pune, Tata Motors Sanand and 2
nos in Mahindra Igatpuri.
Project Name - U301 Engine Assembly line.
Project Location- Mahindra and Mahindra,Chakan
Project Highlights-Siemens PLC
Project Description-Conveyor line for Engine Assembly including Cylinder head assembly line,
Peripheral line, overhead engine transfer trolley and buffer line. Line including 12 semi auto stations,
Torque to turn machine, Leak test machine, number marking machine, dispensing stations, nut
runners, press machines, pokayoke,TOD.
Responsibilities -Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing, Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence of all stations. Interface with Nut runner, MES, Andon Display, scanners, Data
Acquisition, RFID. Provide System training and handover to customer.
Worked on Similar Projects Engine Assembly lines in Tata Motors Jamshetpur, Tata Motors Sanand
and 3 nos in Mahindra Igatpuri.
Project Name - Overhead Gantry System for Head line ,Crank Shaft Line and Block Line
Project Location- Ford India,Sanand.
Project Highlights-Siemens 840D System
Project Description- Pick and place Over head Gantry System- total 12 nos Gantry for head line,11
nos Gantry for crank and 12 nos Gantry for block including lezer marking stations and Infeed,
Outfeed Conveyors.
Responsibilities - Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing. Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence of all Heads. Teaching and Part program proving. Prove interface with other
machines like Mag, CES Washer, Landis, Marposs, Scehnek, Gehring, ABB washer, JWF nut runner,
Andon display and SIS data handshaking, laser marking, Cognex camera. Update Hmi screens and
Error List. Prove Safety interlocks. Provide System training and handover to customer.
Worked on Similar Projects of Gantry in Tata Motors –Cam Shaft Gantry,Crank shaft Gantry. Tata
Motors Sanand Crank shaft lines 2 nos, Bharat Forge-Axial Handling Gantry 3 lines.
Project Name - Area Gantry System for ELB.
Project Location- Caterpiller,USA.
Project Highlights-Siemens 840D System
Project Description- Pick and place Over head Gantry System- total 2 heads for parts and Fixtures.
Total part variants 19 families with 288 combination.

5. Responsibilities- Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing. Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence. Prove special sequences like first part run sequence, Drain sequence, infeed
purge,ELB purge. Prove Fixture load/unload sequence.Prove interface with ELB. All families teaching
and Part program proving, Cognex vision system for part identification teaching and interlock, Prove
RFID logic for all family fixtures. Resolve during trials and customer inspection points.
Project Name - Automated Glass handling Systems
Project Location - Videocon ltd.Bhaduch and Thomson Polska-Poland.
Project Highlights-Siemens PLC –CPU315.
Project Description - Television glass handling systems.
Responsibilities - Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing Debug and Prove Manual actions
and auto sequence. Interfacing with conveyors at Infeed and outfeed. HMI modification of Interface
screen. Provide System training and handover to customer.
Worked on Similar 24 nos projects in Videocon plant 1 & 2 and 7 nos projects in Thomson Polska
plant.
Project Name - Electrified Monorail Systems for vehicle/engine transfer
Project Location- Tata Motors,Mahindra and Mahindra Pune.
Project Highlights-Siemens PLC –CPU319
Project Description- Engine/Vehical transfer includes 18 trolleys.
Responsibilities - Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing. Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence. Onsite Zone logic proving including individual trolley, Interface with Slat conveyor,
docking statons, Lifters. Provide System training and handover to customer.
Worked on Similar total 6 nos projects.
Project Name - L Saw Ultrasonic Pipe Testing
Project Location- Jindal saw pipes ltd
Project Highlights-Siemens PLC –CPU315
Responsibilities - Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing. Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence. Interface with Trolly,Olympus system and Metavision. Provide System training and
handover to customer.
Worked on Similar total 22 nos projects in Man Industries, Patibha industries,Welspun.
Project Name - Spiral Ultrasonic Pipe Testing
Project Location- Jindal saw pipes ltd
Project Highlights-Siemens PLC –CPU315

6. Responsibilities - Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing. Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence. Interface with Trolly,Olympus system and Metavision. Provide System training and
handover to customer.
Worked on Similar total 14 nos projects in Man Industries, Patibha industries,Welspun.
Project Name - Tyre Handling System
Project Location- Tata Motors,Sanand
Project Highlights-Siemens PLC –CPU319
Responsibilities - Install and Commissioning of system. I/O testing. Debug and Prove Manual actions
& auto sequence. Interface with Trolley, Shuttles, Infeed Conveyor. Provide System training and
handover to customer.
Worked on Similar project in Mahindra, Kandivali.
PREVIOUS ORGANISATIONS (Maintenance Dept)
Organisation: Kalyani Lemmerz Ltd., Chakan
Company Manufactures Wheel Rims for utility vehicles, light and heavy
commercial
Vehicles and tractors.
Job Period : Jun’1998 to May’2005
Designation: Maintenance Shift In charge.
Organisation: Trinity Engineers Ltd. Chinchwad
Automobile forging Company- provider forging and machined automotive
components
to production of sub-assemblies as required by the automotive industry.
Job Period : July’1995 to Jun’1998
Designation: Engineer
Organisation: PCS Industries Ltd., Alandi.
Process Industry- Copper clad laminated PCB sheets Manufacturing Division.
Job Period : July’1994 to July’1995
Designation: Trainee Engineer
Total 11 years experience in Maintenance Dept. (From 10-07-1994 To 04-05-2005) which
involves following activities

7.  To maintains all manufacturing testing & servicing equipments to avoid breakdowns and ensure
quality product.
 Preventive & breakdown maintenance, defect analysis in machines i.e. hydraulic, pneumatic, CNC
machines and modifications as per requirements.
 Technical Documentation, updating history cards, Repair cards & Quality system documents.
 Zero Breakdown Approach.
 Improvement projects like TPM KIAZENS to reduce machine down time.
 Carrying out continual Utility Equipment Maintenance.
 Maintenance H.T. Switchgear (33K.V.), Transformers, Distribution system, Control Relays and
Protection Schemes, Air Compressors.
 Basic Knowledge of ISO 14000 / TS16949
 Hands-on experience of plant & machinery, supporting and supervising maintenance of material
movement equipments, D.G.Sets, compressors, electrical controls and panels, process
machinery etc .
 Handled following machines Maintenance:
o Electrically Controlled Machines: Milling,cutting,drilling,grinding, SPM, Mechanical &
Hydraulic presses (650T, 1000T, 2000T).
o PLC Controlled Machines: Hydraulic Presses (40T, 500T, 1000T, 2000T), rounding
machine, profile rolling machines, submerged arc welding machines, SPM, hot shear line,
band saw, master handlers handling system, mechanical presses.(160T, 1000T, 1600T)
o CNC Machines: ECONO, BFW, MKU-8, Rambaudi, LT 25, KESSERLING & LEICO, BOKO
forming machine, VTL machine.
o Thyristor Controlled Machines: Induction furnaces (Elind make), cooper planer, butt
welding machine, spot welding machine.
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
 Diploma in Electrical Engineering from Government Polytechnic, Pune in 1994.
PERSONAL DOSSIER
Date of Birth : 14th
November 1974
Languages known: Marathi, Hindi and English
Address : Behind Shubham Mangal, Karyalaya, Santnagar, Lohagaon Pune-411047.
Passport : F8860602