Arivazhagan

Senior Electrical Engineer with 14+ years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, construction, installation, and testing & commissioning across HV/LV power infrastructure projects in the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, India, and Mozambique. Strong technical grounding in 11kV/33kV/110kV substations, HT/LT switchgear (GIS/AIS/SF6), transformers, RMU operations, and underground/overhead cable networks, combined with a consistent record of preventive maintenance programs, shutdown planning, and fault diagnosis that have measurably reduced unplanned outages and equipment downtime. Currently delivering HV substation commissioning and LV distribution works on a ~US$164M port terminal expansion project (DP World Maputo Port), including MV cable route engineering and FAT witnessing for 11kV switchgear.

Experienced in supervising site crews and coordinating subcontractors, liaising with utilities/authorities (DEWA, OETC, Nama Dhofar Services, Saudi Aramco), and third-party electrical safety inspection and certification.

Tamil

Nadu native holding a TNEB Electrical C-License (C41895) and internationally recognized certifications including Competent Electrical Person (CEP) status and Saudi Aramco Permit Holder status. Now I am seeking to bring this international electrical maintenance, construction, and substation/transformer experience to the Chennai electrical engineering market.

Senior Electrical Engineer at Shafa Construções EA Limitada (2026-06 – Present)

Project: DP World Maputo Port – Quay Wall & Yard Expansion (~US$164M Phase 1)

• Oversee electrical engineering scope for port terminal expansion, including MV cable route engineering and HV/LV transformer termination design across multiple substations.
• Lead FAT witness documentation for ABB 11kV metal-clad switchgear at the GS1 (12-panel) and MS1 substations, plus nine associated LV distribution panels.
• Direct commissioning activities for the Reefer Substation, including transformer specification (3000kVA dry type) and HV/LV cable termination lug schedules.
• Manage quality compliance and non-conformance resolution, including remedial earthing works and soil resistivity (Wenner method) testing for substation foundation earth resistance.
• Prepare key technical documentation — transformer GA vs. civil foundation checklists, relay/CT/CB registers, and crane load schedules for STS quay cranes — and liaise directly with client engineering and HSE teams.

Zonal Operation In-Charge at Alpha Electric & Contracting LLC (2023-03 – 2026-06)

Project: O&M of 33kV and Below Networks, Salalah Zone 1A, Dhofar Governorate

• Directed O&M activities for 33kV transmission and 11kV distribution networks across an entire operational zone, ensuring reliable power supply to Salalah Zone 1A.
• Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules that contributed to a 25% reduction in unplanned outages.
• Supervised and mentored a team of 20+ technicians and engineers on switchgear (AIS/GIS/SF6/RMU) inspection, OHL and underground cable testing, termination, and maintenance per IEC and OES standards.
• Conducted thermal imaging diagnostics, earthing system audits, and insulation resistance testing to proactively identify potential failures; coordinated shutdown planning and material/crew allocation.
• Liaised with Nama Dhofar Services and stakeholders on daily progress reports, inspection checklists, and compliance documentation.

Electrical Project Engineer at Electro House International & Services LLC (2023-01 – 2023-03)

Project: Construction of 11kV Feeders for Suwaiq Hospital, Al Batinah (Shutdown Assignment)

• Led end-to-end execution of 11kV feeder infrastructure from design validation through final energization; managed installation, jointing, and termination of HT underground cables per IEC/OES.
• Delivered 100% first-time inspection approvals from stakeholders through pre-commissioning testing (Hi-Pot, insulation resistance, continuity) and strict adherence to construction drawings.

Electrical Maintenance Engineer at Al Mubasher Technical Service LLC (2021 – 2023)

Project: O&M of Underground Electrical Distribution Systems, Al Mirdif (under DEWA)

• Managed O&M of 11kV/430V underground distribution networks in the DEWA-regulated Al Mirdif region; commissioned and maintained 30+ high-capacity (2000kVA) distribution substations, RMUs, and LV panels.
• Executed RMU switching operations and SCADA interface monitoring; diagnosed complex HT/LT cable faults using loop impedance tests and thermal imaging.
• Led emergency repair and restoration operations with zero major incidents; collaborated with DEWA inspectors to ensure maintenance and documentation met regulatory audit standards.

Electrical Maintenance Engineer at IR CLASS Systems & Solutions Pvt Ltd (2019 – 2021)

Project: Electrical Safety Audits, Solar O&M & Third-Party Inspections (SBI & Renewable Facilities)

• Conducted comprehensive electrical safety audits across multiple State Bank of India (SBI) branches in South India, identifying non-compliance risks and producing risk assessment/hazard identification reports.
• Delivered third-party inspection and certification services for HT panels, distribution transformers, and switchgear assemblies; led O&M for solar power systems (load balancing, inverter diagnostics, DC/AC circuit checks).
• Supported SCADA-based monitoring for renewable energy sites and mentored junior engineers/technicians on safety protocols and inspection methods.

Project Engineer – Maintenance at Al Falahy Company LLC (2014 – 2019)

Project: O&M of 33kV/11kV Overhead Lines and Underground Networks

• Directed O&M and fault rectification of 33kV/11kV distribution lines, underground cable networks, and pole-mounted substations across Muscat and adjoining regions.
• Supervised erection of overhead lines using ACSR conductors (DOG, WOLF, PANTHER) and steel/timber poles; implemented a preventive maintenance framework that reduced equipment breakdowns by over 20%.
• Coordinated with Muscat Electricity Distribution Company (MEDC) and Majan Electricity on O&M schedules, shutdown activities, and permit procedures across multi-substation operations.

Electrical Supervisor at Saudi Aramco (Contractor: Isam Khairy Kabbani) (2012 – 2014)

Project: Substation Erection, Testing & Maintenance for Onshore Facilities

• Supervised erection, testing, and commissioning of plant substations and maintenance of HT equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear) under Saudi Aramco safety standards and the Aramco Permit System.
• Conducted insulation resistance testing, breaker calibration, and transformer diagnostics; coordinated shutdown/isolation plans with the control center and supervised a team of 10+ technicians.

Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering – Saraba Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth University, India (2009 – 2012)

Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering – Pallavan Polytechnic College, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India (2006 – 2009)