Didhiti Talapatra Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

• Manage all Engineering activities at BiSN which includes design, development, testing and qualification of all tools in the portfolio• Guide Engineering team to design and develop new tools. Work with engineers and project managers to troubleshoot and improve design of existing tools and standardize engineering documentation• Coordinate design reviews, oversee mechanical calculations and guide the technical team to create detailed test schematics and procedures• Review and approve… Show more • Manage all Engineering activities at BiSN which includes design, development, testing and qualification of all tools in the portfolio• Guide Engineering team to design and develop new tools. Work with engineers and project managers to troubleshoot and improve design of existing tools and standardize engineering documentation• Coordinate design reviews, oversee mechanical calculations and guide the technical team to create detailed test schematics and procedures• Review and approve production work orders for downhole production tools• Analyze data, suggest corrective actions and conduct failure analysis• Develop internal process flow, implement 6S, improve work efficiency and generate/approve management of changes• Set development milestones and allocate resources as required to get projects completed in timely manner• Communicate and collaborate with other departments, managers, suppliers and contractors to improve efficiency• Implement best practices and help align the engineering team with the company’s vision to ensure success of business with a sound safety culture• Develop and hone the engineering team. Recruit, evaluate and manage career progression of entire technical team• Work closely with sales and marketing team to generate accurate technical proposals with timelines and budgets and help manage customer expectations Show less

Pampa, Tx

Houston, Texas Area

• Designed and developed 2nd Generation full bore pressure activated firing system by incorporating the entire hydraulic activating mechanism within the wall of the tubing. System is designed to be a permanent solution which allows production fluids to flow through after perforation without the need to retrieve the tubing. System saved rig time which in turn led to cost saving for customer.• Technical lead for development of new 2-7/8” diameter remote handling connector with swivel for… Show more • Designed and developed 2nd Generation full bore pressure activated firing system by incorporating the entire hydraulic activating mechanism within the wall of the tubing. System is designed to be a permanent solution which allows production fluids to flow through after perforation without the need to retrieve the tubing. System saved rig time which in turn led to cost saving for customer.• Technical lead for development of new 2-7/8” diameter remote handling connector with swivel for perforating guns, making work environment safer for engineers and technicians on the rig floor.• Increased pressure ratings of existing 2.00” and 2.50” perforating systems by 25% using new high strength steel with modified chemistry, providing improved yield strength as well as ductility to reduce swell.• Created new reliability procedure for testing and qualification of ballistic systems. • Assisted sales team with proposals and estimated engineering costs for customer quotations.• Collaborated with suppliers and manufacturers, designing, developing and qualifying 3rd party components for seamless integration with new and existing tools.• Created and updated Service Units for field engineers and provided technical support as and when needed.• Issued Engineering Change Orders (ECO), updating and releasing new or existing products. Show less

Houston, Texas Area

• Technical lead for development and launch of new 3.50” diameter – 35,000 PSI and 470 °F High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) pressure activated perforating system for the highest pressure – temperature well perforated till date. Nominated for best Deepwater Technology at World Oil Awards – 2014. • Worked closely with other technical leads and product line managers, qualifying and releasing a tiered perforating system based on price and performance to suit different markets across the… Show more • Technical lead for development and launch of new 3.50” diameter – 35,000 PSI and 470 °F High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) pressure activated perforating system for the highest pressure – temperature well perforated till date. Nominated for best Deepwater Technology at World Oil Awards – 2014. • Worked closely with other technical leads and product line managers, qualifying and releasing a tiered perforating system based on price and performance to suit different markets across the globe.• Designed, tested and qualified new Plug & Shoot Adapter, a mechanism allowing field engineers to make up connections without splicing wires, reducing errors and thereby saving time and money on reruns. • Performed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) verifying designs and performing engineering analysis.• Involved in material selection for parts and responsible for implementation of quality plans and inspection procedures to maintain strict quality control with various suppliers and manufacturing houses.• Worked closely with metallurgists, developing and qualifying new high strength material from multiple mills.• Worked with supply chain, qualifying and approving vendors and first articles.• Led project design reviews and presentations for both customers and in house gate meetings.• Mentored and coached interns and new engineers, bringing them up to date with various product lines & tools. Show less

Houston, Texas Area

• Built prototype products and tools for testing and qualification.• Coordinated and oversaw testing activities, creating test report for customers.• Conducted root cause analysis, troubleshooting and resolving field failures. • Created and approved Bill of Materials (BOM’s) in SAP system.• Reviewed and approved engineering drawings conforming to ANSI 14.5 GD&T standards.• Provided support and assistance for day-to-day sustaining activities and field requests.• Took part… Show more • Built prototype products and tools for testing and qualification.• Coordinated and oversaw testing activities, creating test report for customers.• Conducted root cause analysis, troubleshooting and resolving field failures. • Created and approved Bill of Materials (BOM’s) in SAP system.• Reviewed and approved engineering drawings conforming to ANSI 14.5 GD&T standards.• Provided support and assistance for day-to-day sustaining activities and field requests.• Took part in design reviews and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) of ongoing projects. Show less

Bengaluru Area, India

Bengaluru Area, India

• Assisted engineers in design and manufacturing of fixture for holding multiple tool holders.• Created part and assembly modeling using Pro E and Solid Works.• Undertook geometric dimensioning and tolerance correction.• Evaluated and adjusted designs and detailed drawings for practicality while maintaining company standards.

Masters, Mechanical Engineering

B.E., Mechanical Engineering

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