Manoj V.
About Manoj V.
Manoj V. is the Director & CoE Leader (Energy & Industrial) at Quest Global in Trivandrum, India, with extensive experience in engineering services and business development.
Current Role at Quest Global
Manoj V. currently serves as the Director and CoE Leader for Energy and Industrial sectors at Quest Global. Based in Trivandrum, India, he plays a crucial role in overseeing the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the company's initiatives in these sectors.
Previous Positions at Quest Global
Manoj V. has had a long tenure at Quest Global, holding various leadership positions. From 2014 to 2020, he was the General Manager and Technology Solutions Leader. Prior to that, he served as the Vice President and Business Unit Head from 2011 to 2014. Between 2009 and 2011, he held the role of General Manager and Business Unit Head. He was also the General Manager - Geography Head (Europe) from 2006 to 2009, and Manager of Business Development from 2000 to 2006.
Work Experience at CDAC and Instrumentation Ltd
Before joining Quest Global, Manoj V. was a Deputy Director at CDAC - Thiruvananthapuram from 1995 to 2000 and a Senior Scientific Officer from 1992 to 1995. His early career includes a five-year stint as a System Engineer at Instrumentation Ltd, Kota, from 1986 to 1991.
Educational Background
Manoj V. holds a B.Tech degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering from Calicut University, where he studied from 1981 to 1986. His academic background has provided a solid foundation for his career in engineering services and industrial automation.
Industry Involvement and Publications
Manoj V. is an active contributor to the field of industrial automation and engineering services. He has published over 10 journal articles on topics like Industrial Automation, Power & Smart Grid, and Engineering Services Outsourcing. He has also authored articles on subjects such as 'Virtual Power Plant - Pathway to the Uber of Energy' and 'Engineering service providers catalyzing change in the race to net-zero.'
Advisory and Industry Forum Roles
Manoj V. has served as an Advisory Board Member for the Instrumentation & Control Engineering Department at the College of Engineering Palghat. He has also represented Quest Global in industry forums such as the India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF) and the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials International (SEMI) standards committee.
Expertise in Engineering Services
Manoj V. has extensive knowledge of the global engineering services landscape and various business and engagement models. He has a proven track record in building engineering service teams, establishing Offshore Development Centers (ODCs), and Centers of Excellence (CoEs), as well as managing large-scale business transformations.