Pranav K V
Kozhikode,Kerala
Summary
Rolling Stock Manager with over 12 years in transportation and logistics, specializing in maintenance execution, safety, and compliance. Expertise in failure analysis, root cause investigations, and process improvements. Proven ability to develop effective policies and procedures. Strong analytical and communication skills enhance team collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rolling Stock Supervisor- Reliability
CLN- Nacala Logistics
Nacala , Mozambique
04.2025 - Current
- Supervising senior engineers to monitor reliability of locomotives, wagons, and industrial equipment.
- Conducted root cause analysis for significant failures, leading corrective action implementation.
- Developed maintenance strategies based on insights from reliability data.
- Liaised with OEMs and maintenance providers to efficiently resolve technical issues.
- Maintained reliability KPIs, dashboards, and records for performance tracking.
- Ensured compliance with safety and operational standards during audits.
- Provided technical leadership to technicians during fault investigations to improve resolution efficiency.
- Assisted in warranty claims by supplying failure data and justifications.
Rolling Stock Inspection Engineer (Senior Section Engineer)
Indian Railways
Mysore
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Ensured quality and integrity of air brake systems, bogies, and wheel sets for coaches and wagons.
- Conducted thorough inspections, analyzed failures, and compiled detailed reports for warranty claims.
- Oversaw production quality checks and assessed rolling stock post-overhaul for operational standards.
- Implemented a Center of Excellence model to streamline overhaul process flow, eliminating delays.
- Incorporated advanced technologies, including ultrasonic cleaning machines and computerized test stands.
- Collaborated on quality audits and rolling stock testing with OEMs like Faiveley Transport Ltd and Knorr-Bremse.
- Responded to en-route failures of rolling stock, supporting recovery efforts.
- Developed quality check sheets and video guidelines as part of Centre of Excellence project.
Rolling Stock Engineer (Senior Section Engineer)
Indian Railways
Bangalore
11.2013 - 12.2023
- Oversaw a team of over seventy members for bogie overhauling and locomotive maintenance operations.
- Successfully commissioned a new CNC underfloor wheel lathe within one month, training all operational staff.
- Implemented an Integrated Management System (ISO:9001, ISO:14001, ISO:18001) to ensure compliance with processes.
- Led commissioning and scheduled maintenance for 76 AC traction locomotives within two and a half years.
- Developed and executed risk management strategies for quality, environmental, health, and safety compliance.
- Designed dummy bogies from repurposed diesel components to minimize downtime during heavy schedules.
- Conducted mock drills on derailments and fire hazards to enhance team preparedness.
- Managed procurement and design of tools and parts, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - mechanical engineering
University of Calicut
India06.2012
Diploma - mechanical engineering
KGPTC
Kozhikode, India04.2009
Skills
- Rolling stock maintenance
- Leadership skills
- Maintenance planning
- Pressure management
- Policy development
- Safety compliance
- Data analysis
- ERP software proficiency (SAP & UDM)
- Asset management
- RAMS expertise
- Online troubleshooting
- Safety norms knowledge
- Communication and problem-solving
- Process improvement
- Material management
- Equipment maintenance knowledge
- Time and priority management
Websites
Certification
- Currently attending a certificate course in RAMS for Railways and Metro from Railway Academy
- ChatGPT & AI Master Class: MS Office, SQL, & Python - Skill Nation by Jatan Shah
- AI Tools and ChatGPT workshop certificate from Be10x
- Diploma in product design CATIA V5 and AutoCAD CADD Center, Kozhikode
- Certificate 'C' National Cadet Corps (30 K BN) Indian Army
Awards
I received the Outstanding Performance and Devotion to Duty Award from the General Manager of South Western Railways during the 67th Railway Week celebration in 2022., I received the Outstanding Performance and Devotion to Duty Award from the Chief Workshop Manager of South Western Railways, Mysore Workshop, during the Republic Day celebrations in 2025., Consistently received Outstanding ratings in Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APAR) from 2016 to 2024.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
- 1-year Indian Railway training at rolling stock workshops, diesel sheds, and railway production units
- Advance welding technology and defects training at ICF, Chennai
- HHP loco training at the Indian Railway Institute for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering – Jamalpur
- Diploma in product design (proficient in AutoCAD and CATIA V5 software)
- Proficient in ERP software (SAP and UDM)
- Proficient in MS Office tools and AI applications, with familiarity in using online platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, and WebEx meetings
Accomplishments
- I received the Outstanding Performance and Devotion to Duty Award from the General Manager of South Western Railways during the 67th Railway Week celebration in 2022.
· I received the Outstanding Performance and Devotion to Duty Award from the Chief Workshop Manager of South Western Railways, Mysore Workshop, during the Republic Day celebrations in 2025.
Consistently received Outstanding ratings in Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APAR)
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Portuguese
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Rolling Stock Supervisor- Reliability
CLN- Nacala Logistics
04.2025 - Current
Rolling Stock Inspection Engineer (Senior Section Engineer)
Indian Railways
01.2024 - 03.2025
Rolling Stock Engineer (Senior Section Engineer)
Indian Railways
11.2013 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Engineering - mechanical engineering
University of Calicut
Diploma - mechanical engineering
KGPTC
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