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Arsalan Farooq
Electrical Engineer
Karachi
Summary
Proactive manager with demonstrated leadership abilities, strategic planning expertise and problem-solving acumen. Assists senior managers with accomplishing demanding targets by encouraging staff and coordinating resources. Methodical and well-organized in optimizing coverage to meet operational demands.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Manager - Distribution Operations
K-Electric Limited
Karachi
10.2022 - Current
- Perform system expansion and improvement projects, system protection and coordination, reactive compensation, voltage analyses, power quality studies and system contingency scenarios.
- Develop new processes and tools that benefit the company in the analysis of the electric system and multiple large data sets of historical operating conditions.
- Apply analysis to identify the best solution to a technical problem and effectively communicate and commit to a course of action that is consistent with all legal, regulatory, code, standard or other requirements as well as corporate policies and procedures.
- Prepare cost effective system expansion plans using good engineering practices and effectively manage a significant number of projects while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy and reliability.
- Lead project execution of Smart Grid pilot project for K-ELectric, aiming of converting conventional distribution network towards automation using smart grid techniques.
- Develops and applies new methods for more efficient use of available equipment, and searches for and evaluates new equipment and systems
- Work with Manager in planning and executing assigned electrical distribution projects within deadlines and budgets.
- The ability to deal with multiple workflows and to identify and prioritize their responsibilities in changing environment.
- Actively participate in meetings to elaborate technical insights ,Work independently and train and coach newer less experienced engineers.
- Incorporate employee and public safety as a priority into the design and operation of all projects.
Assistant Manager- Distribution Operations
K-Electric Limited
Karachi
07.2016 - 09.2022
- Build electrical power distribution systems in overhead and underground facilities.
- Design cable routes and develop physical layouts with experience of compiling and maintaining cable schedules and other systems documentation.
- Perform engineering work using extensive knowledge and experience in evaluating, selecting, modifying, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria for electrical systems of varying size and the highest complexity.
- Analyze system failures and suggest appropriate resolutions while working in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Determine electrical equipment needs and quantities for development of new power systems.
- Ensure back feeding of feeders against faults and grid shutdowns in coordination with LDC and load constraints on feeders with proper marking on network.
- Provide engineering support to operations and maintenances of power distribution systems and develop best practices and share with other team members.
- Demonstrated experience with project management concepts and experience including planning, prioritizing, scheduling, and coordinating multiple projects.
- The ability to apply engineering calculations to various project challenges to develop the most complete and competent design
- Demonstrated experience working on cross-functional teams that are responsible for the resolution of technical problems
Education
MBA - Marketing
Institute of Business Management
Karachi, Pakistan 01.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor's in Engineering - Electrical Engineering
NED University of Engineering & Technology
Karachi, Pakistan 01.2012 - 03.2016
Skills
Command of HT Operations
Interests
Playing IQ Games
Travelling
Teaching
Building DIY Projects
Timeline
Deputy Manager - Distribution Operations
K-Electric Limited
10.2022 - Current
MBA - Marketing
Institute of Business Management
01.2020 - 05.2022
Assistant Manager- Distribution Operations
K-Electric Limited
07.2016 - 09.2022
Bachelor's in Engineering - Electrical Engineering
NED University of Engineering & Technology
01.2012 - 03.2016
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