Fahad Sadiq, IoT Consultant and Senior Digitalization Manager

Fahad Sadiq

IoT Consultant and Senior Digitalization Manager

Obeikan Digital Solutions

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Bachelor's degree, Mechatronics Engineering
Experience
12 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :12 years, 0 Months

IoT Consultant and Senior Digitalization Manager at Obeikan Digital Solutions
  • Saudi Arabia
  • September 2021 to September 2023

▪ To Collaborate with the cross-functional team of Engineers, Developers, and Designers for the development of a product that meets the business needs.
▪ Monitor future product trends, open channels with new partners, gain organization input and alignment, and evangelize impacts and outcomes.
▪ To sign a partnership with different companies for product marketing programs at the local and international levels to ensure that marketing performance and business goals are being met.
▪ Lead the strategic approach, monitor the response, and report on the competition of the marketing team.
▪ Help the management in preparing Business Pipeline, P&L and so the executive report for the board presentation.
▪ Attend international conferences as a delegate and speaker to share knowledge, use cases, technology needs and so the benefits of digital transformation.
▪ Present the Digital Products and Solution Approach to the visitors, and active potential in our corporate office.
▪ Lead the team of engineers in implementing Smart Utilities, Smart Production, and Smart Safety Solutions across all the Business Units of Obeikan Investment Group.
▪ Design the Solution Architecture (IT and OT) for the Internal and External Projects (Smart Industry, Smart
Agriculture, Smart Health Care, Smart Education, Smart Transportation, Smart Utilities, and Smart Energy).
▪ Attend the Project Kick-Off meeting and support the team in connecting the assets (controllers with different connectivity levels and communication protocols for the critical process parameters).
▪ Setup the Network, Database, and Application Server and Map the Data Points.
▪ Work on the Backend and Front-End Application and setup meeting sessions with Subject Mater Experts before presenting the final version to the customer.
▪ Support the Sales and Presales Team in assessing the facility for different products and solution verticals.
▪ Align with the Procurement Department for the cost-effective solution approach and support them during the purchasing process (Initiating the PR, convincing the Finance Department department as per the Project Profit and Loss Report, Generating PO and so the customs clearance).
▪ Work in the R & D department for testing new products and prepare out-of-the-box POC demo kits and Solutions.
▪ Work on the integration of different platforms using APIs and different data parsing methods (Platform to
Platform, Platform to Edge to Platform, and, Edge to Platform).
▪ Prepare the tender proposal with an in-depth technical and cost-effective commercial approach.
▪ Work on the Energy Sustainable Concept and empower the Business Units for implementing Smart Energy Solutions (with the help of different Energy Experts like Engie Solutions, Electricity de France, and Baker Hughes).
▪ Visit different European Countries for meeting counter parts to build a robust Technology and Business hub with mutual collaboration.

Operation and Maintenance Project Coordinator at Dalkia International
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • February 2021 to August 2021

▪ Generate Corrective Maintenance Work Orders in CMMS (SamFM), plan and assign to the associated shifts (Electrical, Mechanical, Low Current and HVAC).
▪ Prepare a Preventive Maintenance Schedule for the assets (as per the contract) in CMMS and plan for the upcoming months.
▪ Followup with the Store Manager for raising the PR (based on the submitted Field Material Requisition).
▪ Followup with Procurement Manager for the purchase of material based on the criticality level of the task.
▪ Assist the Client’s Admin Department with the preparation of Permits (Work Permit for the Subcontractors and Suppliers).
▪ Assist the Client’s Admin Department with the preparation of ID and Access Cards for the new employees.
▪ Prepare Work Orders Log and PR Tracker for the weekly meeting (with the client and subcontractors)
▪ Prepare Monthly Report (to be submitted with the Invoice) for the client and Dalkia Management.

Project Manager and Sales Consultant at AAACS
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • August 2017 to December 2020

▪ Manage the Projects and assure the closing ahead or at least on schedule with in budget.
▪ Prepare and Manage the Financial Model of the Projects and assure the reflection of expected revenue (fixed and recurrent) in the company account.
▪ Present Quarterly and Annual Projects Progress, Product Development and Business Development Report to the Stake Holders.
▪ Manage the Research and Development Team and align them with the vision of the stake holders and the upcoming Technology Trend.
▪ Assure the growth of Company's GDP as per the directions of the Stake Holders.
▪ Coordinate with internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
▪ Prepare a detailed Project Plan to track progress along with the associated KPIs.
▪ Manage the relationship with the Clients and other associated Contractors.
▪ Follow up with the Clients to assure their satisfaction with the provided solution and the product.
▪ Look for new ways to make products more attractive to clients.
▪ Generate new leads by meeting with the clients and demonstrating advanced product knowledge.
▪ Work with the marketing department to develop new Commercial Strategies.
▪ Deploy the team for a walk-through (Assessment) and Support the Pre Sales team in preparing Technical and Commercial Proposals for different Solution Verticals (IoT - Building / Industrial Automation and Energy Management).
▪ Review and approve the quotations of the hardware and software vendors.
▪ Supervise the work of Project Teams.
▪ Make sure that the vendors are following the international standards and the requirements of the client.
▪ Prepare Project Pending Work, Commissioning Progress, Commissioning Schedule, and Blocking Points Report.
▪ Direct the team for Developing and Testing the software programs necessary to operate the system as per the intent of the project requirements.
▪ Supervise the commissioning of all systems and network-level controllers (if needed). Assist in
the validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors
and other trades to ensure proper operations.
▪ Make sure that the work has been done as per the standards and participate in Inspection and Handing
Over Phase.
▪ Follow up with the client for the invoices being raised (related to the task completion stages
and Payment terms).
▪ Open the ticket to the Bosch after sales support for their immediate assistance in troubleshooting.
▪ Open channels with new hardware and software vendors (based on current market needs & Technology)

BMS Project Engineer at Saudi Controls
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • July 2014 to July 2017

▪ Assist Project Management and Contracting Personnel with bid analysis and contract negotiations.
▪ Prepare detailed I/O summary and estimate sheets for different projects.
▪ Interact with multiple organizations to review, discuss project scope and estimate basis
and consult on company estimating methods / procedures.
▪ Upgrade on changing developments in estimating advances by reviewing technical literature, contact with contractors, visits to construction locations and attending professional and technical meetings.
▪ Utilize inputs from manufacturing engineering, tool design and manufacturing personnel to develop technical proposals.
▪ Design, configure and commission building management system as defined by the contract documents. Create flow drawings, sequence of operations and bill of material, network layout and electrical schematics as required.
▪ Design and prepare detailed engineering of control and instrumentation scheme. Device sizing (valve and damper actuators) and their selection.
▪ Prepare VAVs flow calibration sheet and calibrate the VAV Controllers accordingly.
▪ Prepare and review Control Panels design and as-built submittals.
▪ Supervise the Sub-Contractors and Main Contractors work (Conduits Installation,
Control Panels Installation and Signal Cables Termination if isn’t in our scope).
▪ Calibrate all the field devices.
▪ Inspect and test the control panels in the factory.
▪ Prepare Project Pending Work, Commissioning Progress, Commissioning Schedule and Blocking Points Report.
▪ Develop and test the software programs necessary to operate the system as per the intent of the project requirements.
▪ Commission all systems and network level controllers as required. Assist in validation of
complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operations.
▪ Wiring and loop checking of field instrument and Control Panel according to wiring drawing and control panel testing.
▪ Inspect work to ensure compliance with standard procedures and electrical assignments.
▪ Integrate equipment and devices using BACnet over IP and LON over IP protocol.
▪ Program Distech Controllers and configure servers.
▪ Prepare RFIs and Conduct Inspections with main contractors QA / QC engineers and consultant engineers.
▪ Prepare the as-built drawings (DGP panels, Riser and Floor Layout).

Mechanical Engineer at Dr Sulaiman Al-habib Medical Group
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • December 2014 to March 2015

▪ Plan and undertake scheduled / preventive maintenance.
▪ Respond to breakdowns, diagnose faults and assign associated technical team to repair equipment where necessary
▪ Supervise housing and hospital maintenance technical staff activities, make sure they are responding to the job orders.
▪ Keep all systems operational and analyze repetitive system failure.
▪ Monitor and control maintenance cost.
▪ Arrange special procurement for fixtures, fittings and components.
▪ Attend phone calls, listen to the complaints related to the hospital or housing maintenance. Rearrange
Maintenance team schedules depending upon the priority.

Bms Engineer at ADDCO
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • August 2012 to July 2014

▪ Prepare detailed I/O summary and estimate sheets for different projects.
▪ Prepare the Technical Submittals including (BOQ, LOM, I/O list, Control Flow diagrams, Detailed Engineering Design, Panel Design and Data Sheets).
▪ Design, Prepare and Review Control Panels Layout and as-built submittals.
▪ Prepare System Architecture, Shop and Control Drawings.
▪ Design Local Control, Mode Selector and Monitoring, Normal and Emergency Lighting, Motor Control Panels.
▪ Upgrade on changing developments in estimating advances by reviewing technical literature, contact with contractors, visits to construction locations and attending professional and technical meetings.
▪ Present the progress report to the clients on monthly and semiannual based meetings (either on video conference or on-site office presentations).
▪ Inspect work to ensure compliance with Standard procedures and Electrical assignments.
▪ Supervise the installation of field devices.
▪ Supervise the Sub-Contractors and Main Contractors work (Conduits Installation, Control Panels Installation and Signal Cables Termination if isn’t in our scope).
▪ Calibrate all the field devices.
▪ Ensure all the panels meet the international standard requirements before delivering to the client.
▪ Inspect and test the control panels in the factory.
▪ Develop and test the software programs necessary to operate the system per the intent of the project
requirements.
▪ Commission all systems and network level controllers as required. Assist in validation of
complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to assure proper operations.
▪ Wiring and loop checking of field instrument and control panel according to wiring drawing and
control panel testing.
▪ Integrate Equipment and Devices using BACnet over IP and Lon over IP protocol.
▪ Program Kieback & Peter DDC Controllers and Configure Loytec Routers for field devices.
▪ Configure Kieback & Peter GUI Server.
▪ Interface CCTV Cameras, Fire Alarm System, Public Addressing and all other third party systems using BACnet over IP protocol with the Server.

Maintenance Site Engineer at Technical United Works Co
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • November 2011 to August 2012

▪ Keep all the systems operational.
▪ Diagnose break down problems.
▪ Analyze repetitive system failure.
▪ Forecast of spare parts.
▪ Monitor and control maintenance costs.
▪ Carry out quality inspections on jobs.
▪ Arrange specialist procurement of fixtures, fittings or components
▪ Assess the needs for equipment replacements and establish replacement programs when due.
▪ Prepare daily, weekly and monthly maintenance reports with system efficiency charts.
▪ Carry out preventive maintenance.
▪ Supervise the relocation of the systems between the borders and handing over to the client.
▪ Keep in touch with the 24 hours hot line technical support of Varian Medical Systems and Smiths Heimann Cargo Vision.

Electrical Engineer at Dalfa Technologies
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • September 2011 to November 2011

▪ Provide servicing and maintenance of Riso Products. ▪ Install the Wavetec Queuing and Kiosk System.
▪ Program the active controllers and configure the active hubs.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Mechatronics Engineering
  • at Air University
  • July 2011

Four Years Program with Core Modules of Industrial Automation and Bio Robotics. Final Year Project : Hexapod Robot Secured Merit Scholarships in Forth and Seventh Semester. Participated in Line Tracking Robots Competition (organized by NERC).

Specialties & Skills

Executive Communications
operations
Research and Development
Project Management
Product Development
Conflict Resolution
Product Support
Communication
Multitasking
Team Management
International Project Management
Critical Thinking
Client Relationships
Program Management
Business Process Improvement
Facilities Management
Reliability Engineering
Digital Transformation

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Intermediate

Memberships

Saudi Council of Engineers
  • Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer
  • August 2012

Training and Certifications

Project Management Professional (Training)
Training Institute:
JBL International
Date Attended:
June 2023
Duration:
35 hours

Hobbies

  • Debating
    Participated in Inter school English Debate Competition Participated and won Bronze medal in Urdu Debate Competition
  • Playing Basket Ball
    Secured Third Position in Inter school Tournament