Amar Hussain

TSSA Certified Second Class Operating Engineer with more than 30 years of experience operating, monitoring, maintaining and troubleshooting power generation, steam production, water treatment and utility systems in large industrial facilities. Extensive experience with boilers, steam turbines, heat recovery steam generators, HVAC support systems, water treatment processes, compressed air systems, electrical distribution equipment and Building Automation/Distributed Control Systems. Proven ability to work independently in safety-critical environments, respond effectively to emergencies, perform preventive maintenance, coordinate maintenance activities and maintain regulatory compliance.

Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, reliability and continuous improvement.

Operations Engineer / Shift Engineer - AES RAS LAFFAN POWER & WATER COMPANY - Qatar

(2002-01 - 2024-01)

Operated and supervised a 756 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant and 40 MIGD Desalination Facility, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable operation of boilers, steam systems, water treatment facilities, electrical equipment, HVAC systems and plant auxiliaries.

• Directed plant startup, shutdown and emergency operations.
• Operated and monitored HRSGs, steam generation systems, gas turbines, steam turbines and auxiliary equipment.
• Monitored steam distribution, condensate recovery and boiler water systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Performed routine equipment inspections, operational rounds and utility meter readings while maintaining accurate operating logs and reports.
• Monitored HVAC systems, chilled water systems, compressed air systems and utility support equipment through plant control systems.
• Operated and monitored air compressors, air dryers and air receiver systems to ensure reliable plant utility services.
• Conducted water chemistry testing and monitored treatment programs for boiler water, cooling water, demineralized water and effluent systems.
• Utilized Emerson Ovation DCS, GE Mark VIe and ABB control systems for continuous monitoring and control of plant processes.
• Coordinated preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities with maintenance departments.
• Issued and controlled Permit-to-Work documentation to ensure safe maintenance activities.
• Assisted maintenance personnel with troubleshooting, equipment isolation and minor operational repairs.
• Performed root cause investigations following equipment trips, failures and operational incidents.
• Supported commissioning, testing and operational readiness programs for new and upgraded equipment.
• Led continuous improvement projects that improved plant reliability, efficiency and operational performance.
• Maintained strict compliance with safety, environmental and operating procedures.

HSE Coordinator / Control Room Engineer - AES MEGHNAGHAT LIMITED - Bangladesh

(2001-01 - 2002-01)

Managed construction and operational safety compliance for a 450 MW combined-cycle facility.

• Conducted audits, risk assessments, incident investigations and emergency drills.
• Assisted with commissioning, startup and operational testing activities.
• Coordinated workforce training and safety awareness programs.
• Contributed to achievement of 8 million man-hours without a Lost Time Accident.

Operations Engineer - AES LALPIR THERMAL POWER PLANT - Pakistan

(1998-01 - 2001-01)

• Operated boilers, steam turbines and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Performed plant monitoring, troubleshooting and operational inspections.
• Coordinated maintenance activities and outage planning.
• Ensured compliance with operating procedures and safety standards.
• Assisted with performance monitoring and process optimization initiatives.

Control Room Operator - WAPDA THERMAL POWER STATION - Pakistan

(1993-01 - 1998-01)

• Operated thermal generating units, boilers and steam systems.
• Monitored plant operating parameters and responded to abnormal conditions.
• Recorded operational data and prepared shift reports.
• Assisted maintenance personnel during planned and emergency work activities.

Second Class Operating Engineer Certificate - Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)

Diploma of Associate Engineer - Electrical Technology - Swedish Pakistani Institute of Technology

Bachelor Degree - Islamia University Bahawalpur