Owais Chishty, Electrical Engineer

Owais Chishty

Electrical Engineer

Royal Commission Yanbu

Location
Saudi Arabia - Yanbu
Education
Master's degree, Electrical Engineering
Experience
10 years, 8 Months

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Total years of experience :10 years, 8 Months

Electrical Engineer at Royal Commission Yanbu
  • Saudi Arabia - Yanbu
  • My current job since July 2017

 Reviewing and approving technical design, power and corridor planning for investors, load estimations, site selection, technical investigation, technical reports and data management.
 Conducting in-house design on electrical projects such as infrastructure, buildings, power network, etc.
 Preparation of RFPs, cost estimates and conduct contract management responsibilities such as bid evaluation, RFIs, contract disputes, claim resolutions, design compliance, audit contractor’s and overall project progress in line with contractual requirements.
 Liaising with and reporting to the Client regarding detailed design, approvals, material procurement, planning, programming the works, etc.
 Coordinating with 3rd Parties, including external utility companies and KSA Government departments regarding detailed design, approvals, planning, etc.
 Assisting the Client’s management in implementing robust departmental processes and procedures.
 Leading Power System Studies for RC Yanbu and Jazan Network development.
 Leading on electrical related issues for on-going construction projects.

LIST OF PROJECTS
1. Design and Construction of 115kV Substation 8H. (Yanbu)
2. Design and Construction of 115kV Substation 11K. (Yanbu)
3. Design and Construction of 11k5V Substation 13M. (Yanbu)
4. Design and Construction of 380kV Substation 16P. (Yanbu)
5. Design and Construction of 380kV Substation 1A. (Jazan)
6. Design and Construction of 115kV Substation 2B (Jazan).
7. Raising of the 380kV Overhead Power Transmission lines
at Roads (T8 & T12). (Yanbu)
8. 34.5kV Medium Voltage Power Supply to MMLH. (Yanbu)
9. Electrical Works in C2 Area. (Yanbu)
10. Electrical Works in C3 Area. (Yanbu)
11. Electrical Works in C4 Area. (Yanbu)
12. Electrical Works in C5 & C6 Area. (Yanbu)
13. 2030 Master Plan for Power for Madinat Yanbu Al Sinaiyah (MYAS)
14. Master Plan for Jazan City of Primary and Downstream Industries. (Jazan)
15. Electrical Works in C1 and C1A area in MYAS
16. Construction of MV Distribution system for Haii Al Aziziah -1B. (Yanbu)
17. Design of SEC housing Complex
18. Design of Al Jaar bay at Waterfront. (Yanbu)

Electrical Engineer at Al Jazirah Engineering & Consultants
  • Saudi Arabia - Yanbu
  • January 2016 to June 2017

 Design knowledge of Low/High voltage generation and distribution systems, renewable energy generation and storage, DC/AC motors/generators, protection systems, control systems, project management, CAD drawings and Siemens PLC
 Sound understanding of Gas Turbine Power Generation, Switchgears, Transformers and Protection system along strong
familiarization of IEC, NEC, SEC, IEEE, Royal Commission codes and standards
 Extensive design knowledge of low and medium voltage lighting and receptacle systems for houses, buildings, and street
 Demonstrated impressive levels of professionalism and dedication to satisfy demand and deadlines with minimal supervision
 A systematic, organized, hardworking and dedicated team player confident in handling multiple assignments under pressure
and meeting tight deadlines

Director at SUUG
  • United Kingdom - London
  • July 2013 to June 2015

 Represented 24, 000 students in a key role; leading, motivating and engaging with 30 staff while collaborating with a team of
+700 Programme Representatives.
 Lead the strategic planning while also ensuring that key performance indicator (KPI) are met and set.
 Motivated group of teams, staff and students via tutoring, counselling and influencing others to accomplished best outcomes.
 Monitored and minimized Union expenditure in alignment with a £1.1m budget.
 Contributed to the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures, and plans.
 Managed administrative functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the organization.
 Negotiated and collaborated with key stakeholders and decision makers while chairing meetings and committees.

Achievements:
 Honorary Speaker at 2014 Graduation Ceremony and Honorary lifetime membership of SUUG, University of Greenwich, UK

Trainee Electrical Engineer at Saudi Aramco Mobil Refinery
  • Saudi Arabia - Yanbu
  • June 2011 to August 2011

 Understanding of the overall functioning of processes, identifying improvement areas, and implementing adequate measures to minimize breakdown of equipment
 Improved understanding surrounding: Power distribution network, transformer, motors, and control systems
 Critically analyzed and commented transformer performance data and developed safety poster and electrical database
 Instrumental in developing the qualities to analyze, total preventive maintenance, power distribution fault, power risk assessment techniques and power safety

Achievements:
 Designed Electrical Arc safety and Electrical Transformer database for Saudi Aramco Mobil Refinery (SAMREF), Saudi Arabia

Education

Master's degree, Electrical Engineering
  • at University of Greenwich
  • November 2015

Academic Projects: Energy regeneration while decelerating vehicle. (Bachelor project) Energy storage using Compressed air/liquid (Master project) Designed and constructed DC motor controller using microcontroller and transistor switches. (Mini project) Characteristic analysis and design calculation of AC and DC motors and their types using simulation software. (Mini Project) Designed and constructed DC-DC converter and H-Bridge for low power electronics. (Mini Project) Modelled and simulated induction motor based drive systems (Mini Project) Designed micro-grid using solar and wind turbine and variable load. (Mini Project) Designed and constructed DC motor controller using microcontroller and transistors switches. (Mini Project) Planned multiple projects using Primavera and Microsoft Gantt Chart.

Bachelor's degree, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
  • at University of Greenwich
  • June 2012

Specialties & Skills

AutoCAD
Refinery
Electrical Design
Control
Electronics
Multi-SIMS
Simulink Software
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Visio
VHDL (Logic)
Siemens Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
Gantt Charts
MS Office Suite
Electrical Computer Aided Designing software
C Programming
World Power Simulator (Power Distribution Systems Designing Software)
AutoCAD

Languages

English
Expert
Urdu
Expert
Hindi
Beginner
Arabic
Beginner

Memberships

 Member of Institute of Engineering Technology (IET), United Kingdom
  • Basic Member
  • September 2009
 Member of European Energy Center for Renewable Energy, United Kingdom
  • Basic Member
  • November 2015
Student Union University of Greenwich
  • Honorary Member
  • September 2009

Training and Certifications

Galileo Master Certificate in Renewable Energy Solutions, European Energy Centre, UK (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2015
Education and Welfare Development Conference at National Union of Student, UK (Training)
Training Institute:
National Union of Students (NUS), United Kingdom
Date Attended:
July 2013
Education Development Conference at National Union of Student, UK (Training)
Training Institute:
National Union of Students (NUS), United Kingdom
Date Attended:
July 2014
 Computer Troubleshooting and Maintenance, Yanbu Industrial College, Saudi Arabia (Certificate)
Date Attended:
June 2006
Environmental Behavior Change Audits, Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) (Training)
Training Institute:
National Union of Students (NUS), United Kingdom
Date Attended:
June 2013

Hobbies

  • Traveling, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis, Snorkeling, Adventure