Abdul Samad

Experienced Electrical Engineer with over 8 years in power plant operations, including 4+ years in a Centralized Control Room (CCR) at a 2×660 MW coal-fired power plant. Skilled in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), high-voltage systems, work permit protocols, and power plant safety standards. Seeking to contribute expertise in CCR operations as a Lead Operator/ Officer/Inspector to ensure efficiency, safety, and performance excellence.

Assistant Engineer Execution - K- Electric - Karachi

(2025-11)

• New Connection Industrial project
• Installation of PMT, LBS, RMU, overhead HT line and Underground HT line
• Ensuring timely presence on site during shutdowns and supervising completion of work within the allocated time.
• Monitoring proper execution of electrical work and ensuring timely rectification of QC discrepancies.
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders (Planning, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, E&C, and consultants) for smooth execution of projects.
• Ensuring completion of LT works within the required timeline.
• Informing AM/DM/Manager after QC clearance and completion of work for further processing and energization.
• Ensuring on-site presence during HT and LT energization activities.
• Maintaining and updating scheme-related documentation and records regularly.
• Supporting the achievement of assigned annual operational and project targets.

Electrical Engineer – CCR - Power China Port Qasim Electric Power Company (2×660 MW Coal-Fired Power Plant) - Karachi

(2024-01 - 2025-11)

• Operated and monitored 11KV switchgear and power systems in CCR.
• Conducted daily inspections of jetty-side electrical/mechanical systems.
• Approved and maintained records for work permits.
• Performed Megger testing for insulation resistance on motors, transformers, and VCBs.
• Handled operation of Ship Unloader Machines and belt conveyor systems.
• Supervised coal handling and safety protocols; conducted daily TBT sessions.
• Maintained employee attendance and ensured safe work practices.

QC Inspector – Quality Assurance Department - Universal Cables Industries Ltd. - Karachi

(2020-11 - 2023-05)

• Conducted lab tests on AAC, AAAC, ACSR conductors, HDBC copper, XLPE power/control cables.
• Inspected manufacturing processes (drawing, stranding, extrusion, armoring).
• Carried out high-voltage testing on power cables.

Electrical Engineer – CCR - Power China Port Qasim Electric Power Company (2×660 MW Coal-Fired Power Plant) - Karachi

(2017-07 - 2020-11)

• Operated and monitored 11KV switchgear and power systems in CCR.
• Conducted daily inspections of jetty-side electrical/mechanical systems.
• Approved and maintained records for work permits.
• Performed Megger testing for insulation resistance on motors, transformers, and VCBs.
• Handled operation of Ship Unloader Machines and belt conveyor systems.
• Supervised coal handling and safety protocols; conducted daily TBT sessions.
• Maintained employee attendance and ensured safe work practices.

B. Tech - Electrical Engineering - Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro (2018 - 2022)

DAE - Electrical Engineering - Sindh Board of Technical Education, Karachi (2011 - 2013)

Matriculation - Science - Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Larkana (2010 - 2010)