Electrical Engineer
Professional Summary:
Result-oriented and detail-focused professional with a proven track record in overseeing repairs, Troubleshooting, and commissioning, maintenance overhauls of power generation systems. Adept at ensuring timely completion of projects within specified budgets and quality standards. Skilled in resource allocation, safety practices, and optimizing testing facilities to maximize efficiency. Experienced in equipment testing, final inspections, and commissioning of various power plants, including Gas, Diesel and HFO plants.
As an Electrical Engineer with 16 years of experience, I have successfully managed electrical project lifecycles from design phase to delivery and implementation. My expertise extends to power systems, automation, Controls, Backup power UPS, and in-depth understanding of control and power-delivery systems. I have an international background, having commissioned and synchronized gas power plants in Cameroon, and HFO power plants like the Cat Mak 9CM 25. I bring hands-on experience in working with various generators' controllers, such as PLC, Deif, Woodward Easygen, Comp IGNT IMNT, and extensive knowledge of LV/MV up to 11kv systems.
In addition to my technical proficiency, I possess a broad range of skills, including electrical troubleshooting, engine overhauls, and repair, utilizing diagnostic tools such as Perkins EST, CAT ET, or similar. I have expertise in heavy earth-moving equipment and can read and write electrical schematics. My problem analysis and resolution skills, combined with a keen understanding of power generation, transmission, and distribution, have consistently met company, customer, and regulatory specifications. I am well-versed in project planning and execution, resource allocation, quality assurance, and safety compliance. As evident from my track record, I have successfully led teams, conducted customer meetings, and demonstrated excellent communication and report-writing skills. My managerial skills extend to performance evaluation, interpreting technical details, and ensuring successful project outcomes. An expert user of Cat Software and tools, including ET, SIS, TMI, Power Analyzer, and Emission Analyzer, I am ready to contribute my skills to a challenging Installation and Operation Engineer role, where I can utilize my diverse experiences to ensure the successful execution of projects and enhance service revenue.
Work History
2018-02 to Current.
Manager Maintenance and Troubleshooting, commissioning Field Services.
Power Solutions Vendor
- Managing teams (Electrical, Mechanical Electronics) for Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Commissioning.
- Technical and administrative control and monitoring of teams.
- Installation and commissioning of new machines and projects.
- Leading Repair Lab.
- Evaluate employees’ performance yearly.
- Cost control and regular follow up reports. SOS monitoring and action.
- Prepare and review engineering plans, designs and circuit diagrams for projects.
- Professionally interface with customer, vendors and consulting engineers.
- Execute various projects, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and ISO standards.
- Identify and propose improvements to existing electrical systems.
- Write reports detailing current systems and changes to each site.
- Periodic maintenance – battery testing, switch gear panels, transformers, Genset, control panels relay testing and ATS.
- Troubleshoot on electrical systems/equipment.
- Manage/coordinate mechanical engineers and electrical engineers.
- Maintain relationships with crews and contractors.
- Experience of installation and commissioning of Hybrid solar system up to 10 KW.
- Commissioning and synchronizing (Generator, Utility) Base load, Load sharing.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance of all Gas and Diesel Gensets.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance of cat machines Motor Grader, Excavator Dozer, and Wheel loader.
- Operations, maintenance and troubleshooting of the MV transformers.
- Operation troubleshooting and commissioning of Load Bank in fleet.
- Perform diagnostic tests for TA1 and TA2.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Liaise with client’s technical staff and visit potential job sites, as required, to verify job needs.
- Provide Engineering support for complex applications.
- Create and maintain all Standard Work Instructions relevant to our current and new products to support all maintenance activities.
- Evaluate and produce technical/component specific reports on new/existing fleet assets.
- Provide effective and specialist technical support to operations.
- Provide effective and specialist support to electrical requirements
- Ensure optimal team performance and capability by providing day to day leadership, deployment, mentoring, development and corrective action.
- Develop maintain and strengthen relationships with customers, suppliers and all stakeholders.
- In conjunction with department, external contractors to provide specialist and technical assistance as required for mechanical and civil engineering query.
- Supervision and management of the Engineering team over 12 members.
- Perform or supervise electrical fault level calculations and protection studies for high voltage systems
- Compilation or review of engineering design reports for submission to clients, management and regulatory authorities as required
- Design of schematic and layout drawings for projects.
- Review of Cad based schematic and layout drawings with modification as required.
- Liaise with client’s technical staff and visit potential job sites, as required, to verify project needs.
- Advise Sales team on specific design issues and propose engineering solutions.
- To ensure competent engineering performance throughout the project delivery, operational and return phases
- Perform due diligence reviews of electrical installations at both design and operation stages as required
- Carry out on-site engineering reviews. Specification and procurement of engineering equipment and services.
- Plan, estimate, schedule, organize, and direct activities concerned with project installation, maintenance, and demobilization.
- Major engine repairs and overhauls estimation.
- Be a safety champion: Lead by example and hold others responsible for working safely and providing a safe working environment
- Lead and administer Technicians and contractors in the field.
- Managing 3-5 major projects at a time.
- Manage a wide range of project types and complexities and adapt to change as required
2008-02-2018-02
Electrical Field Service Engineer
Power Solutions Vendor
- Knowledge of engine ECM programming/diagnostics.
- Programming of control modules.
- Fault Finding/Repair of diesel/Gas industrial generators
- Load testing and commissioning of generators 20-2275KVA Industrial Diesel and Gas Gensets.
- Load testing and Commissioning of the Caterpillar gas units’ 3516 A, B, C, E and H series.
- Minor engine repairs of all fleet on site.
- Assess Genset condition & feedback, A & B Services.
- Modification/upgrades to Genset fleet. Knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems.
- Assess Genset condition on returning fleet. Modification/upgrades to Genset fleet.
- To carry out major electrical equipment maintenance as per work instruction.
- To carry out systematic fault finding and repairs on electrical and control equipment.
- To carry out high voltage equipment maintenance.
- To carry out procedural based failure reporting using paper and electronic systems.
- To carry out ‘A’ service maintenance as per work instruction on generators
- To carry out ‘On the Job Training’ for Service Crew.
- To complete and maintain paper and electronic records as per site specifics.
- To operate and diagnose control systems. To carry out switching on LV and HV equipment.
- Knowledge of Three and single phase Domestic and commercial wiring.
- Assisting with the installation and demobilization of equipment.
- To follow and comply with QHSE standards
- Conduct the commissioning of the Genset Synchronizer and controller .i.e. PLC Dief, Woodward EasyGen, Comap etc.
Education
BSc Electrical Engineering Technology: Engineering Technology
2013-02 to 2017-02
ICBS Lahore – Lahore PK.
Certifications
- Certified Caterpillar Sales Professional.
- Certified Caterpillar Electric Power Generation Professional.
- Certified Caterpillar Machine Professional. Marine Customer Service Technician.
Accomplishments
- I was successfully able to commission an International project of 10MW at Cameroon, Africa, with Cat 3516 C units.
- Commissioned HFO 5MW power plant.MAK 9CM 25,with Zeppelin Power systems & Woodward.
- In 2014 an International Project commissioned in Cameroon Africa of 10MW,Gas 3516 C Gensets caterpillar on different sites.
- HFO 9CM 25 K Cat Mak project of 5MW Commissioned in Pakistan with haji sheikh nor-u- din in 2017.
- Decommission in 2019.
- Re commission in Karachi Pakistan with Artistic Milliners in 2022.
- In 2016 12 MW Diesel Gensets 2275kva HD caterpillar commissioned Complex synchronization with multiple utilities and HFO power plant.
- Commissioned auxiliary system of HFO. Commissioned ALFA LAVAL purifier.
- Commissioned 12 MW project with Packages Mall Lahore with Multiple Grid and HFO power plant, Complex synchronization.
- Commissioned 5MW rental power with Rafhan maize Faisalabad.
- Commissioned 5mw, Cat 3516 B Gas rental power plant at Ahmad oriental Raheem yar khan.
- Commissioned various Rental power projects of Gas and Diesel in Pakistan with different organizations, like Nestle Pakistan, Engro Group,ICI,MTM Group,Saif Group,Fazal Group,Tata Multan,Hussain Group, Nishat group,KTM and AJK Gudoon etc.
- O&M Gas power house projects with Gulshan spnning,Nort star,zahper textile,ibraheem fiber,Ayesha amen,wasal kamal, and Haji sheikh nor-u-din etc.
- Commissioned different synchronizing module like, Dief Agc4, woodward easygen series,comap ignt,imnt, etc.
- Works on CAT Machines, Wheel loaders, Motor Grader, Excavators
Skills
- Technical skills Troubleshooting, Commissioning, Synchronizing skills.
- Field services in Power, Automation and control Systems.
- Genset Control Systems and PLC programming.
- Equipment Testing and Analysis.
- Experience of a variety of Heavy Diesel and Gas powered power generation.
Software
- Cat ET. SIS.TMI.EMC.GERP.
- Woodward
- Comap.
- Deif.
- Schneider electric software
- Cat DVR Software.
- Easy Reg Advance.
- Terberg software
- MS Office and PC literacy.
Languages
- English Advance
- Urdu
