Usama Ahmed
Electrical Engineer
Karachi
Summary of Career
1. Implementation, upgradation and maintenance of SCADA system automation projects, field integration of Grid stations equipment’s and analog values to Load Dispatch Centre for Monitoring/Control access
2. Implementation, upgradation and maintenance of SCADA system automation projects, field integration of Grid stations equipment’s and analog values to Load Dispatch Centre for Monitoring/Control access
3. Understanding of IEC Communication protocols including IEC 60870-5-101/104 and IEC 61850
4. Prepare technical proposals/presentations, engineering correspondence and provide engineering related support for current ongoing SCADA/RTU automation projects pertaining to 220/132/11 KV switchgears
5. Lead and Coordination with inter functional departments for new connection requirements and projects to integrate SCADA visibility and control features
6. Involved in the departmental procurement procedures and correspondence with different vendors for PR/PO, technical clarifications till final inspection and deliveries as well Involved in testing, and inspection SAT and FAT of Materials
7. Strong commitment and compliance with Company’s HSE policy, safety rules and procedures
8. Currently leading the design and procurement stage of the Integration of FO Based Marshalling System under Load Growth project (2022- 2023)
9. Successfully integrated critical signals to aid in black start and facilitate informed decision-making by Network Control based on signals such as frequency & voltages of plant busbar using existing resources (completed, 2023) and Incorporated GCB status signals and analog values of machines/ sections between KTGT plant and LDC (completed, 2022)
10. Installed and commissioned a Marshalling System (Make GE) for data visualization of MV Switchgears on IEC 61850 Protocol, replacing the conventional hardwired system without services of vendors and saved around 10 million PKR of the company. Nominated for KE cares award (completed, 2021)
Experience as Trainee Transmission Engineer
K-Electric Ltd
14 October 2019
14 October 2020
• Gained understanding of routine maintenance of SCADA Systems and
associated departments, including transmission Overhead,
Underground, Telecommunication Network, Grid Maintenance &
Protection system, and Quality assurance
• Participated in grid system maintenance activities, including 132kV &
11kV APM, transformer oil regeneration, replacement of 11kV Lot and
132kV CB droppers, 132kV bus coupler and compressor wiring, 48 &
220 Vdc battery bank charging, testing of FM-200 fire alarm system,
and supported the team in data collection of installed equipment for
SAP implementation
• Involved in SCADA departmental procedures, implementation of SAP
PM plans, supported the team in master data alignment & compilation
and maintenance plans uploading
Experience as Assistant Manager (RTU System Integrator)
K-Electric Ltd
15 October 2020
To date
With 3.5+ years of hands-on experience in RTU/SCADA system, I aim to
leverage my skills and expertise to ensure smooth RTU/SCADA system
operations at KE. My experience includes fault rectification, maintenance,
and automation projects for Grid Stations and Generating Plants with
various manufacturer systems such as Siemens, ABB/Hitachi, and GE. I
have also demonstrated my expertise in managing departmental
procurement, developing, and implementing strategies to improve
efficiency, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Master 28 February 2023
Masters in Electrical Engineering specialized in Smart Grid systemsBachelor 31 December 2018
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering specialized in Power Systems.