Hassan Zaheer

Results-oriented Electrical Engineer with 7+ years of experience in electrical maintenance, facility management, and industrial operations across petrochemical, power generation, and commercial facilities. Experienced in troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance of HV/LV electrical systems, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, motors, VFDs, UPS, generators, lighting, and control systems. Proven ability to lead maintenance teams and subcontractors, respond to emergency breakdowns, supervise contractors, prepare technical and incident reports, and manage maintenance activities through CAFM/SAP.

Strong background in root cause analysis, HSE compliance, KPI achievement, and delivering reliable, high-quality maintenance services while ensuring maximum system availability and client satisfaction. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments.

Electrical Engineer - SIPCHEM KSA

(2022-06)

• Led a team of electrical technicians and subcontractors to execute preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance activities.
• Diagnosed and rectified electrical faults in power distribution systems, transformers, motors, VFDs, MCCs, switchgear, lighting, and control systems
• Identified root causes of equipment failures and initiated maintenance work orders through SAP/CAFM for major repairs.
• Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns, ensuring minimum downtime and restoration of critical electrical systems.
• Supervised contractors and ensured all maintenance work complied with HSE/EHSS policies, project specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitored equipment operating parameters and maintenance records, investigating abnormalities and implementing corrective actions.
• Prepared technical reports, incident reports, and maintenance documentation for management review.
• Escalated critical equipment failures and emergency situations to management while coordinating timely corrective actions.
• Trained and mentored technicians on electrical equipment operation, maintenance procedures, safety practices, and computerized maintenance management systems (CAFM/SAP).
• Managed daily manpower allocation, attendance, overtime records, and work scheduling to ensure efficient maintenance operations.
• Updated maintenance activities, work orders, and asset history in the CAFM/SAP system.
• Coordinated with clients, operations, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities.
• Continuously reviewed maintenance practices and implemented process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and achieve departmental KPIs.
• Maintained effective communication with clients by providing timely updates on equipment status, repair progress, and maintenance completion
• Ensured compliance with company safety regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and international electrical standards
• Carry out star-delta motor connections, motor starter troubleshooting, and commissioning activities for motors up to 4.16kV.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational checks of electrical protection and switching devices including ACB, VCB, MCB, and MCCB systems.
• Utilize SAP S/4HANA and Manhal systems for managing weekly maintenance schedules, material reservations, PR creation, notifications, work order confirmations, and maintenance documentation.
• Support commissioning activities including loop checking, continuity testing, functional testing, interlock verification, and startup support for electrical systems and plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment failures, analyze root causes, and implement corrective and preventive maintenance actions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
• Enforce electrical safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), isolation verification, permit-to-work compliance, and hazard identification to maintain safe working conditions in hazardous plant environments.

Electrical Engineer - Sadaqat Textile LTD Pakistan

(2020-06 - 2022-03)

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of power generation systems including gas and diesel generator sets in power plant operations.
• Manage operation and preventive maintenance of MTU engines, Caterpillar diesel generators, and Jenbacher JGS 320 / Jenbacher JGS 420 gas engine systems.
• Supervise power generation activities including generator startup, shutdown, synchronization, load management, and continuous monitoring of plant electrical performance and operational efficiency.
• Perform troubleshooting, inspection, and maintenance of generator auxiliaries including lubrication systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, exhaust systems, and engine protection devices.
• Monitor and manage busbar synchronization, load sharing, and grid synchronization activities to ensure stable and uninterrupted power supply across electrical distribution systems.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot LV and MV electrical systems including switchgear, MCC, ATS, synchronizing panels, ACB, VCB, protection relays, and busbar systems.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance of power plant electrical equipment including generators, transformers, motors, switchgear, breakers, and protection/control systems.
• Perform electrical testing activities including insulation resistance testing, winding resistance testing, relay coordination, continuity testing, functional testing, and motor performance analysis to verify equipment reliability and system integrity.
• Supervise cooling tower operation and maintenance activities for engine cooling systems, ensuring proper heat dissipation, water circulation, and optimized engine operating temperatures.
• Analyze plant power generation and consumption trends to optimize energy efficiency, load balancing, fuel utilization, and operational performance.
• Coordinate generator synchronization with utility grids and monitor electrical parameters including voltage, current, frequency, power factor, and load distribution across busbars.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults in diesel and gas generators, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive maintenance actions to minimize downtime.

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Electrical Engineering - University of Engineering and Technology Lahore (2020)

Fundamentals of Science (F.Sc.) - Pre-Engineering - Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Faisalabad (2016)

Matriculation - Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Faisalabad (2014)