Riyank Patel, Meng Email & Phone Number

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Developed Ontario’s first zonal network open-source Energy Model with an accuracy of 96% in Python to address the net zero goals and research topics in the Electricity sector.
• Analyzed the nuclear power plant generation for energy storage according to nuclear engineering principles, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Created a model in Python and MATLAB to analyze the Minto Flywheel project data and to determine the feasibility of achieving smooth renewable energy output in the electrical grid.
• Performed spontaneous research and literature reviews for emerging technologies and grid services.
• Assisted in preparing an AI whitepaper in collaboration with Microsoft to leverage the power of AI in the electricity sector.
• Developed and worked on a research plan to understand and evaluate the impact of emerging technologies on system reliability and market efficiency.

Gujarat, India

• Analyzed the feasibility, operation, design, and performance of electrical power generation and transmission systems, substations, and distribution networks.
• Managed, executed, and commissioned solar power plants and process automation facilities, delivering projects on time and within budget, resulting in a 20% increase in operational efficiency and a 15% reduction in costs.
• Performed design reviews and inspections of technical drawings for new electrical, instrumentation, and electronic systems installations in AutoCAD and PSCAD.
• Worked on maintenance of electrical machinery, switch-gear components, automation systems, SCADA, PLC, instrumentation and control systems resulting in less than 2% downtime.
• Prepared and reviewed contract documents, evaluated offers for plant maintenance, and made preventive and predictive maintenance reports.
• Conducted thorough analysis and troubleshooting of Instrumentation and Control systems to maintain high operational standards.

Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

• Developed electrical engineering ePLAN single-line drawings for electrical power and control panels used in large-scale industries like Oil and Gas, Paper, Cement and manufacturing/production industries.
• Developed comprehensive bills of materials (BOMs).
• Performed simulation of electrical circuits in MultiSIM to analyze and improve the overall design of the panels.
• Analyzed real-time performance parameters and characteristics in MATLAB to attain optimum design efficiency.
• Performed electrical design calculations and sized and selected switchgear.
• Conducted client consultations for electrical work. Carried out technical surveys or inspections and prepared reports.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Project Intern At Power System Operation Corporation Ltd.(POSOCO) - Western Regional Load Dispatch Centre (WRLDC), Mumbai.
• Developed a robust statical load forecasting model using historical national electricity power grid data and MATLAB to achieve a forecast accuracy of 95.5%.
• Created day ahead and intraday wind power generation forecasting model using MATLAB, atmospheric data and past data of 250 MW wind power plant resulting in forecast accuracy of 93%.
• Built a Solar Energy generation forecasting model for a 240 MW Solar Power Plant using radiation data and historical data to attain 95% accuracy.
• Incorporated the developed load forecasting model for testing into the real-time SCADA demand-supply balance of the national electrical grid.
• Integrated the load forecast to achieve the optimal power generation schedule using a pre-defined software algorithm.

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Electrical And Computer Engineering

Specialization 1: Sustainable Energy (Power Systems) Specialization 2: Business Leadership

Bachelor Of Technology, Electrical Engineering, 9.86

Silver Medalist