MANAGER – IT & CNC · SHOFT SHIPYARD · GUJARAT, INDIA

Suji Kumar CEngineeringthe Future.

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Maritime engineering meets digital transformation — ERP, CNC automation, IT infrastructure, and electrical systems. All in one role.

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Bridging maritime tradition
with digital innovation

I'm Suji Kumar C, Manager – IT & CNC Operations at Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, Gujarat. My career spans the full engineering lifecycle — from wiring vessels as an Electrical Engineer to leading the entire digital and operational technology stack of a growing shipyard.

Deep expertise in Zoho platform administration, ERP architecture, CNC plasma operations, and network infrastructure — combined with 13+ years of hands-on shipbuilding experience.

Zoho AdminERP ArchitectCNC SpecialistIT ManagerElectrical Eng.Digital Transformation

“The most powerful technology is the kind that makes complex operations feel simple.”

— Suji Kumar C

Full Profile

Shipbuilding Expert

13+ years electrical, production, CNC & IT in live shipyard environments

Digital Transformer

Architect of custom ERP, automation workflows, and enterprise IT infrastructure

Electrical Engineer

Power systems, NAVCOM, MSB, DG sets — from cable laying to commissioning

Team Leader

Cross-functional leadership across IT, CNC, electrical and production ops

A multidisciplinary engineering toolkit

Spanning IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, industrial automation, and electrical engineering.

IT Infrastructure

  • Windows Server
  • Linux
  • Cisco Networking
  • NAS/Backup
  • VMware

Cloud & ERP

  • Zoho Creator
  • Zoho Suite
  • ERP Architecture
  • Office 365
  • Azure AD

Development

  • Python
  • SQL
  • Power BI
  • HTML/CSS
  • JavaScript

Engineering & CNC

  • CNC Plasma
  • AutoCAD
  • SolidWorks
  • Power Systems
  • NAVCOM

Leadership

  • Digital Transform.
  • Project Mgmt
  • Vendor Mgmt
  • Audit & Compliance

13 years, one shipyard, four evolutions

From electrical engineer to IT Manager — built entirely within the shipbuilding industry.

Oct 2023 – Present

Manager – IT and CNC Operations

Shoft Shipyard Private Limited

Current
  • Lead IT infrastructure, ERP architecture, and CNC operational systems across the entire shipyard
  • Own digital transformation initiatives — custom ERP applications, automation, dashboards, and compliance systems
Zoho CreatorERP SystemsCNC PlasmaNetwork Infrastructure+2
Oct 2019 – Sep 2023

Assistant Manager – IT and CNC Operations

Shoft Shipyard Private Limited

  • Administered on-premise NAS storage and backup systems including disaster recovery planning
  • Built and administered Zoho platforms with role-based access, automations, and reporting
Zoho SuiteNAS StorageWindows ServerLinux+2
Jun 2017 – Sep 2019

Production Engineer

Shoft Shipyard Private Limited

  • Coordinated shipyard production activities across fabrication, CNC cutting, and outfitting
  • Worked closely with PPC, design, and shop-floor teams to align schedules and execution
AutoCADCNC ProgrammingProduction PlanningSolidWorks+1
Jan 2012 – May 2017

Electrical Engineer

Shoft Shipyard Private Limited

  • Executed electrical load calculations, cable laying, installation and coordination for shipbuilding projects
  • Worked on DG systems, engines, MSB, TRU, motors, pumps, HVAC, and onboard power systems
Power SystemsNAVCOMCable ManagementHVAC+2

Systems built for real-world impact

From shipyard ERPs to CNC intelligence — every project solves a real operational problem.

ERP / Zoho CreatorProduction
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Shipyard ERP System

Custom-built ERP application on Zoho Creator covering production tracking, inventory, compliance, HR workflows, and management dashboards for a 500+ employee shipyard.

Zoho CreatorERPAutomationDashboards
Automation / AnalyticsProduction
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CNC Production Intelligence

Real-time CNC plasma production tracking system with consumable management, efficiency analytics, and automated reporting integrated into the shipyard ERP.

CNCPower BIPythonSQL
IT InfrastructureCompleted
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Shipyard Network Overhaul

Complete enterprise network redesign — structured cabling, VLAN segmentation, firewall configuration, NAS deployment, and CCTV integration across shipyard facilities.

NetworkingSecurityNASInfrastructure
Digital TransformationProduction
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Digital Compliance System

End-to-end digitization of audit, compliance, and inspection workflows — replacing paper-based processes with mobile-first Zoho apps and automated reporting.

ZohoComplianceAutomationMobile
Web DevelopmentLive
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StudyWithSangit.com

Full-featured educational website built for a client — course listings, student portal, content management, and mobile-responsive design. Delivered end-to-end.

Next.jsReactTailwind CSSWeb

Let's build something extraordinary

Looking for an IT Manager, CNC specialist, Zoho administrator, or a digital transformation partner? I respond to every message.