Ashraf — Senior Electrical Engineer
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● ABB transformers & breakers
About Me
Electrical engineer with broad experience in business support and management including: ● Manufacturing ● Troubleshooting ● Automated systems ● Steam Turbine, Gas, hydraulic power plant ● Water Treatment plants ● Petrochemical. Pharmaceutical Plants ● Testing protocols ● Equipment certification ● ABB transformers & breakers ● Overload / Contactor/Solid State Relay ● Substation: switchgears, cap banks, MCC ● Vacuum and gas circuit breakers. ● power apparatus in utility projects, ● Electrical systems installation ● Lighting and fire alarm design ● Ethernet, DeviceNet, ControlNet, ProFiBus, etc Start-up and Commissioning ● Electrical drawings & pneumatic ● PLC.SCADA.DCS.system, ● AB Panelview Plus ● DeltaV control systems. VFDs ● RSLogix 5000/500 ● Allen-Bradley,Siemens,GE Fanuc Omron,Mitsubishi GX ●.SICAM – Substation Automation ● Power systems analysis. ● Networked system and configuration. ●CMMS applications ● Model design ● Project and program management. ● Process Improvement ● Strong knowledge of machine safety ● Excellent sales experience ● Business planning and development
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Oversight of project work for medium and high voltage substations and power plants, including design review, cutover planning, testing, and commissioning.
Specify and review all electrical and control testing, commissioning and startup procedures
Responsible for day-to-day management and control of the electrical, controls and instrumentation maintenance supervision staff. Includes ensuring that all personnel under the control all applicable internal and external rules and regulations applicable to the work they perform, including but not limited to Safety Rules and Regulations, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and others as applicable
Troubleshoot and repair process control equipment programs and hardware. Improved process operations cost and reliability through improving existing PLC and DCS programs and through implementing new PLC and DCS programs.
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Improved process operations cost and reliability through improving existing PLC and DCS programs and through implementing new PLC and DCS programs.
Step-up substation to 132 kV with aerial power transmission line. Auxiliary systems, such as compressed air, water treatment, drainage, fire protection, air conditioning and ventilation, etc.
Responsible for the Maintenance and implementation of robotics (PLC, Allen Bradley,GE Fanuc, Simmons,CMZ,Omron, Schneider,AB HMI )for productivity and process improvement,Collaborated with Packaging and Facilities Project Engineers to design retrofit solutions Developed and maintained a process schedule to align goals with timelines and process management practices
Startup of steam turbine and power generation.
In charge of testing and commissioning a wastewater electrical equipment.
Work Experience(10)
Coordinated automation process for clients with a team of engineers Reviewed and modified complex production and manufacturing procedures Installed and maintained production machinery on shop floor Troubleshot manufacturing processes by conducting thorough analysis Researched and implemented new technologies and optimized operations Planned, developed, and conducted tests for a variety of equipment implement, and support process control systems Responsible for verifying the control system, checking for validation and establishing Perform the tasks of conducting meetings on commissioning coordination with startup commissioning manager and project manager in performance evaluation and project team Provide information on employee performance to Commissioning manager Assist in providing inputs for actual, planning and forecasting progress reports including associated productivity Assist field crews and dispatch in developing switching to properly sequence in equipment, making sure proper hold points for testing are incorporated Prepares commissioning status reports and participates in regular commissioning updates with Develop and maintain relationships with contractors and field personnel to develop additional businesses for the group Review vendor and subcontractor submittals, checking for compliance with project specification and providing comments as necessary
● Responsible for the Maintenance and implementation of robotics (PLC, Allen Bradley,GE Fanuc, Simmons,CMZ,Omron, Schneider,AB HMI )for productivity and process improvement,Collaborated with Packaging and Facilities Project Engineers to design retrofit solutions Developed and maintained a process schedule to align goals with timelines and process management practices. ● Programmed all control systems related to spare parts manufacturing Controlled hardware and software designs for projects Developed interface systems for internal operations Specified, design, and installed custom solutions and met production demands Applied knowledge of robotic systems and new technologies in controlling machines Developed robust systems for production speed and case packing Managed equipment and material purchase for new control systems Drafted technical specifications and prepared cost estimate ● Responsible for day-to-day management and control of the electrical, controls and instrumentation maintenance supervision staff. Includes ensuring that all personnel under the control all applicable internal and external rules and regulations applicable to the work they perform, including but not limited to Safety Rules and Regulations, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and others as applicable. ● Review and approve Electrical modifications, change requests, and SOP
Oversight of project work for medium and high voltage substations and power plants, including design review, cutover planning, testing, and commissioning. ● Specify and review all electrical and control testing, commissioning and startup procedures ● Manages contractor work progress and completion while meeting Company standards and expectations per contract agreements. ● Developed one-lines, three-lines, protection and control schematics, RTU schematics, etc. for 12 kV - 500 kV substations ● Maintained and ordered repairs for all site utilities. ● Contributed to start-up teams in coordination with plant operators. ● Oversaw safety program improvements. ● Implemented capital development projects. ● Maintained and updated standard operating procedures and utility manuals. ● Standardized aerospace modifications processes. ● Estimated, established, and monitored statements budget requirements. ● Troubleshoot and repair process control equipment programs and hardware. Improved process operations cost and reliability through improving existing PLC and DCS programs and through implementing new PLC and DCS programs.
Supported engineering deliverables and engaged in the solution of field issues. ● Recommended approach to meet technical and program requirements. ● Monitored and communicated project status, business issues, and significant developments. ● Supervised construction to ensure all instrumentation equipment and piping adhered to safety codes. ● Implemented design changes and integrity testing as required. ● Updated management on project progress and issues as needed. ● Monitored projects for adherence to engineering standards and practices. ● Handle the tasks of interpreting equipment requests and developing design specifications Assigned responsibilities of supporting staff in designing controls systems including robotics, motion, vision, and SCADA Perform writing and validation of new Software and electrical schematics Responsible for drafting documentation for manufacturing per Quality System requirements Perform installation, modifying and troubleshooting the existing equipment to assist the manufacturing process
Troubleshoot and solved assembly process problems. ● Performed machine capability studies on automated assembly equipment. ● Provided manufacturing and maintenance departments with clear instructions on maintaining repeatable processes. ● Troubleshoot and repair process control equipment programs and hardware. ● Perform responsibilities of reviewing the design, status and issues of electrical control systems Assigned responsibilities of providing control system and process instrumentation engineering expertise for engines and digital controls systems Perform the tasks of designing, building, implementing and supporting electrical manufacturing and test equipment
Lead domestic and international sales program that has increased company revenues by 30% in 3 years. ● Provided pre and post sales services, including business analysis and bid support, to identify customer technical requirements relating to technical and commercial solutions. ● Liaised with sales and marketing departments to perform onsite and Web demonstrations of new products and services to internal account executives (A/Es). ● Assisted marketing department and A/Es in technical preparation and presentation of RFIs/RFPs. ● Managed product demonstration program, including databases, scripts, and presentations. ● Recommend and initiate actions to ensure customer satisfaction ● Make recommendations regarding such matters as opportunities for new business, improved processing techniques, operating efficiencies, and measures to increase customer satisfaction
Provided status reporting of team activities against the program plan or schedule. ● Served as focal point to communicate and resolve interface and integration issues with other teams. ● Resolved issues which cannot be resolved by the team. ● Provide guidance to the team based on management direction Studied automobile characteristics, capabilities, and features; comparing and contrasting competitive models; inspecting automobiles. ● Developed buyers by maintaining rapport with previous customers; suggesting trade-ins. ● Qualified buyers by understanding buyer's requirements and interests; matching requirements and interests to various models; building rapports
Step-up substation with aerial power transmission line. ● Auxiliary systems, such as compressed air, water treatment, water pump, drainage, fire protection, air conditioning and ventilation, etc.
Upgraded to zone workshop. ● Designed and integrated equipment for assembly and test of multi-spectral products. ● In charge of testing and commissioning a wastewater electrical equipment. ● Commissioned electrical equipment for power-plant (3x650MW). ● Startup of steam turbine and power generation. ● Vendor drawing Review of 220kV GIS, 132kV GIS, 33kV GIS Single line Diagrams ● Vendor drawing Review of 6.6kV Switchgear panel GA & Cut-Out drawings and switchgear panel GTP and Circuit Breaker GTP review - Vendor drawing Review of 220kV GIS and 132kV Routine & Type Test Certificates - Quality assurance plan (QAP) review for 220 kV GIS & 132 kV GIS. - Preparation of Fire detection and alarm system( FDA ) for 6 MTPA
(hydraulic 90 MW electric power plant) Worked on various control projects: ● 6 15-MW Kaplan horizontal turbines, three blades, rotating diameter 6.25 m, nominal ● Drop 5.7 m. ● 6 15-MW generators, 11 kV, power factor 0.85, brushless excitation. Control equipment, low, medium and high voltage equipment, 60/30/30 MVA transformers, and aerial lines. Step-up substation to 132 kV with aerial power transmission line. Auxiliary systems, such as compressed air, water treatment, drainage, fire protection, air conditioning and ventilation, etc. ● 11 radial spillway gates (12 x 12.9 m). ● 6 mobile gates for maintenance. ● 2 mitering gates for the navigation channel. ● 1 drawbridge, 17 m long, 12.
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- What does Ashraf do?
- Ashraf is a Senior Electrical Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
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- Ashraf is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.
- What does Ashraf specialize in?
- Ashraf works with Allen Bradley / Rockwell, Mitsubishi, ABB, Siemens, GE as a Senior Electrical Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
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