Irfan Rafi
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Lahore
Summary
I have 10 years of experience to working with Mott Macdonald Pakistan within the Hydropower industry. This has resulted in professional competency in all operational and technical aspects of power system.
As Electrical Design and Commissioning Engineer, I have demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in high-pressure and challenging working environments. My responsibilities varied throughout the design, commissioning, maintaining, installation and testing of highly sophisticated electrical systems
Ensuring that all activities complied with quality standards and examining installation of numerous Powerhouse, switchyard electrical equipment. Furthermore, I have gained an extensive exposure to leading teams and training members such that their competencies are in-line with the needs of the organization
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Engineer Electrical Design / Commissioning
MM Pakistan Pvt. Ltd.
Lahore
08.2016 - Current
- Tarbela 4th Extension Hydropower Project (1410MW)
- As Engineer commissioning assisted in preparing different schemes for fast track commissioning
- Analyze the equipment’s needs to be ready for commissioning
- Also reviewed as built drawings and spare part lists of electrical and system
- Detail of Duties
- Preparation of schemes for commissioning of Units and its auxiliaries
- Review of Commissioning Procedures for electrical systems of Turbine Generator Unit, MV and LV Switchgear, Electrical Protection, 522MVA transformer, 1250kVA diesel gen set, 500kV switchyard equipment’s and batteries and UPS system
- Planning & scheduling for the daily activities regarding the dry and wet commissioning activities of the plant including handing / taking over of the spares of various equipment from the Contractor to the Employer
- Monitoring and recording of commissioning activities according to the approved protocols / Instructions
- Witness commissioning test for 500kV Switchyard Primary and secondary equipment’s
- Witness commissioning testing of 11kV MV and 400kV LV switchgear
- Witness commissioning of 5MVA, 2MVA, 1MVA and 500kVA MV and LV transformers
- Witness commissioning of Generator and turbine including auxiliary’s i.e excitation system, digital governor, Electrical Protection, Unit auxiliary boards, isolated phase busbars, control cubicles, cooling water, CO2 system, Vibration monitoring system, Main inlet valve and Pressure relief valve control
- Witness commissioning of 522MVA generator stepup transformer
- Condition monitoring and performance evaluation of the machine and plant including mechanical auxiliaries systems
- Prepared Response of Water & Power Development Authority to Voith Hydro Referral to the Dispute Board “Change Request on 500kV Over Head Lines” amounting to USD 5,690,883.00
- Review of as built drawings for electrical system
- Review of spare parts items necessary for the operation and maintenance activities of the plant
- Spare parts status review and ensure minimum spares inventory level.
Senior Engineer Electrical Design / Commissioning
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project (1530MW)
- As Engineer Commissioning reviewed bidding document of Civil and EM contract work in light EM related activities
- Detail of Duties
- Review and update EM work contract bidding documents
- Review and update Civil works contract bidding document related to EM equipment
- Preparation of replies to queries raised by EM member IPoE on bidding documents
- Preparation of replies to prospective bidders Queries.
Design Engineer Electrical
Mott Macdonald Pakistan Pvt. Ltd.
Lahore
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Worked as, (Electrical) Design at 1410 MW (3x470 MW) Tarbela 4th Ext. Hydropower Project
- Responsible for review of technical and commercial documents of Electrical contract, Evaluation of pre-qualifications of prospective bidders, evaluation of financial and technical bids, pre-award negotiations and award of contracts
- Project Supervision & Implementation Assistance
- Detail of Duties
- Preparation of replies to prospective bidders Queries
- Preparation of Clarifications thereto
- Issuance of Addenda to Technical Specifications
- In depth review and Evaluation of Bids of Electrical & Mechanical Equipment of Project
- Preparation of document of outstanding items, for discussion with successful bidder during Pre Award Clarification meetings
- Review of Construction Schedules of Project Contractor/bidder
- Review of various Method Statements/Drawings of Civil works Contractor pertaining to E&M works
- Resolving various issues with Client pertaining to Project
- Preparation of Conformed Contract documents
- Resolution of various design issues of EM equipment and Civil works of the Project by conducting meetings and exchange of correspondence
- Design review of Electrical circuit drawings, detail drawings and provide assistance to review of erection and installation of the power station equipment e.g
- Of Turbines, Generators, Governor, Excitation system, Generator circuit breaker, Stepup Transformer, 500kV Switchyard primary equipment, Electrical protection, air handling system, various types of cranes, cooling water systems, lubricating oil system, transformer oil handling system, diesel generator sets, hydraulic oil system, inlet valve and pressure relief valve of power plant, steel tower and structures
- Review of various type of manuals (erection manuals, component, operation and maintenance manual) and erection protocols for individual systems installed
- Interface of EM contractor equipment with Civil Contractor finalized
- Overall protection scheme for generator and 500kV switchyard finalized
- Inspection and test plant protocols was finalized
- Different site issues related to design finalized and appropriate solution provided
- Construction supervision by monitoring and inspecting of Electrical erection with regards to compliance with the contract and applicable codes/standards, quality, safety and environmental acceptance.
Trainee Electrical Engineer
Gourmet Foods Lahore
Lahore
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Detail of Duties
- Total Electrical Design of New Shops
- Inspected and updated wiring systems for various shops
- Supervised electrical projects including new installations
- Inspected electrical systems and made upgrade and repair recommendations
- Ensured regulatory compliance for all completed tasks
- Prepared project budgets and related cost projections as requested
- Implemented and oversaw corrective and preventative maintenance programs
- Maintained inventory of electrical components and parts
- Managed all plant electrical systems and oversaw staff of electricians
- Ensured that all work was completed according to contract specifications
- Identifying the area of high energy consuming sources and designing and developing energy efficient processes in such areas
- Introducing innovative energy efficient processes and implementing the same in the organization for high energy efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical (Power
University of Engineering And Technology Lahore
Lahore 08.2007 - 09.2011
Skills
Electrical design
Accomplishments
- Hydro Power Projects;
- Electrical Engineering Design / Commissioning Engineer
- Preparation of financial and technical proposals
- Preparation of tender documents/specifications and tender evaluations
- Vetting of Electrical design hydro power project (Tarbela 4th extension HPP)
- Review of Manufacturers design and drawings, Erection, Inspection and As built drawings
- Testing & Commissioning
- Operation, Maintenance
- Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
- Electrical - Knowledge of equipment’s, including their designs, uses and maintenance
- Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
- Strong team collaboration skills
- Computer – ETAP, MATLAB, AutoCAD, Competent in MS Office
- Well versed with use of IEC, IEEE, ANSI and CIGRE code
Timeline
Senior Engineer Electrical Design / Commissioning
01.2020 - 06.2021
Senior Engineer Electrical Design / Commissioning
MM Pakistan Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - Current
Design Engineer Electrical
Mott Macdonald Pakistan Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 07.2016
Trainee Electrical Engineer
Gourmet Foods Lahore
04.2012 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Electrical (Power
University of Engineering And Technology Lahore
08.2007 - 09.2011
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