Prashant Hirekerur
About Prashant Hirekerur
Prashant Hirekerur is a Sis Lead at Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri, and a Project Manager at Emerson Export Engineering Center Pune, with extensive experience in SIS/ESD and FGS projects.
Company
Prashant Hirekerur currently works at Emerson, a multinational corporation specializing in solutions for industrial, commercial, and residential markets. He holds dual roles within the company: as the SIS Lead in St. Louis, Missouri, and as a Project Manager at Emerson Export Engineering Center in Pune.
Title
Prashant Hirekerur serves as the SIS Lead at Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri, and as a Project Manager at Emerson Export Engineering Center in Pune.
Education and Expertise
Prashant Hirekerur holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Gulbarga University, obtained between 1996 and 2000. He is also a certified Functional Safety Professional (CFSP) by the Exida®-CFSE Governance Board. Prashant specializes in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Fire and Gas Systems (FGS), with expertise in IEC 61511 standards, SIL Verification, and the use of Exida’s 'exSILentia' tool.
Professional Background
Prashant Hirekerur has a rich professional background, including previous roles such as System Engineer at GE Fanuc from 2000 to 2003, and Assistant Project Manager at Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri. His experience spans across front-end engineering and design (FEED) to system installation and commissioning. He plays a vital role in conducting System Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and overseeing new product compatibility testing.
Project Management and Technical Expertise
In his current roles, Prashant Hirekerur coordinates SIS/ESD and FGS projects globally, ensuring compliance with IEC 61511 standards. He designs cabinet hardware for hazardous zones and leads detailed SIS hardware engineering tasks, including system architecture and networking drawings. He also provides consultancy support, prepares validation documents, and assists the marketing team with technical solutions.