Syed Saad Anwar
Karachi
Summary
Technical professional, prepared for impactful leadership in technology-driven environments. Extensive experience orchestrating complex renewable energy and other engineering projects and driving technological advancements. Known for fostering collaborative team dynamics and adapting to evolving industry needs. Proficient in strategic planning and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
17
17
Certification
Work History
Chief Technical Officer
SolarZamana Pvt. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
- Drove revenue growth through the development of innovative new products that met customer needs while maintaining a focus on cost-efficiency and scalability.
- Design and implement a microgrid system that integrates multiple energy sources (main grid, solar, wind, and GENSETs) to ensure reliable, sustainable, and efficient power supply.
- Increased operational efficiency through automation initiatives and process improvements, reducing manual workloads for Technical staff.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize the solar power plant's performance and efficiency while adhering to PPA and IPP terms and regulations.
- Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations outlined in the PPA, including energy production, availability guarantees, and reporting requirements.
- Monitor and analyze plant performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to maximize energy generation and revenue.
- Manage relationships with PPA counterparties, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with contractual obligations and resolve any disputes or issues that may arise.
- Implement best practices for safety, environmental compliance, and risk management within the solar power plant operations.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Enhanced system security measures, mitigating potential risks and ensuring data protection compliance.
Senior Manager - Technical Strategy
ACT Engineering Services
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Head of Asset Management
Solis Energy Solutions
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed Assets of 20 MW PPA projects
- Controlling cost control functions and maintaining uniformity across a large portfolio of projects.
- Analyzing and assessing asset status, needs, risks, goals, and progress.
- Managed risk by conducting thorough due diligence and regular portfolio reviews.
- Developed formulas for LDs (Liquidity Damages), Gain charge, GENSET curtailment, and weather changes
- Established a proactive maintenance program, extending the useful life of assets while minimizing unplanned repair costs.
- Implemented sustainable practices across managed properties, resulting in reduced energy consumption and increased environmental stewardship.
Senior Technical Consultant
The E Solutions
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Responsible for overseeing managers from the Technical and O&M departments
- Coordinate the efforts of various workers to ensure that required tasks can be accomplished
- Educated clients on the benefits of solar energy, resulting in higher conversion rates from initial inquiries to closed deals.
- Streamlined manufacturing processes through the development of efficient automation solutions tailored specifically to each production line''s unique requirements.
- Optimized electrical system designs for enhanced performance and cost reductions in multiple projects.
Head of Operations and Maintenance / QC & QA
Greenewable Solar Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed 6 MW solar-based drip irrigation projects all over Punjab, in collaboration with Jaffer Brothers Limited.
- Managed the O&M/QC of SME and Large-Scale Rooftop-projects.
- Maintained the Client Relationship by providing after-sales O&M services to the clients.
- Managed the AlsoEnergy Remote Monitoring Solution integration and installation for the Solar System Data Analytics.
- Headed the company`s C SR project in collaboration with Hilton Pharma in the name of GBijli, which provided electricity to 3,000 House Holds in the rural areas of Pakistan.
- Headed the IT Department of the company, maintained the IT operations including Operating systems software and hardware support; maintained the business application such as Device Magic, HelioScope, Enact, Microsoft Dynamics Financial and also provided technical support in writing scripts, formulas in Excel.
- Remote Monitoring Systems integration (Fronius, Huawei, ABB, SMA Solar Inverters).
Head Analyst
MIV Digital Solutions
12.2016 - 03.2018
- In collaboration with Spark Cognition and IBM Watson, I worked as a head data analyst, the forte of the job was to work on big data analytics and predictive analysis to predict the faults & failures of the plant machinery using Excel Analytics and Artificial Intelligent Algorithms.
- In collaboration with DoorStat, I worked as a Head Analyst for the automated measurement of experience and demographics through Imaging Models.
- Optimized resource allocation by creating customized dashboards for monitoring project progress and tracking key performance indicators.
- Contributed to the development of long-term strategic plans through comprehensive industry trend analysis and forecasting models.
Instrumentation and Control Engineer
BYCO Petroleum Pakistan Limited
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Managed the day-to-day operations for the maintenance of the plant instrumentation & control.
- Designed the plant automation on the Distributed Control System (Yokgawa)
- Headed the project of Installation & Integration of Automatic Tank Gauging System for the petroleum product tanks
- Managed the maintenance module of SAP ERP for the maintenance work orders, PM Plans, and Inventory Management Headed the project of installation, integration, and calibration of the Flow Meters ACCULOAD.Net 3 system.
- Vibration Analysis
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology
Karachi, Pakistan02-2016
Master of Engineering - Electronics (Micro System Design)
NED University of Engineering & Technology
Karachi, Pakistan01-2016
Skills
- Primavera
- Device Magic
- Microsoft Power BI
- PVSyst
- Helioscope
- Also Energy Powernoc
- SAP ERP
- Microsoft Office
- Dedicated team player
- Analytical Thinking
- Ability to Multitask
- Leadership
Highlights
- Total Project Profile 200MW Highest Project Capacity
- Two Research Papers accepted by GSJ - Singapore
Current Projects
Consultation Projects (Present Job)
- Siachen Energy Limited – 100MW- Technical Consultant
- St. Mary Solar Power Plant – 50MW – Technical and EPC Consultant
- SolarFold-Official Partner in SENA
- Residential Vertical Axis Wind Turbines-Technical Consultant
Online MBA Courses
Quantic School of Business and Technology
1) Finance I: Time Value of Money November, 2024
2) Entrepreneurship I: Customer Discovery April, 2023
3) Marketing I: Fundamentals April. 2023
4) Microeconomics I: Supply Demand April, 2023
Accomplishments
- Complete Merit Scholarships in my Bachelor of Engineering.
- Developed a generic online monitoring system for solar inverters using Raspberry Pi.
- Worked on the development of Stock Prediction and Digital Health Forecasting Models using a platform of R Statistical Programming Language and Python
- I was involved in developing a Supervisory Control System to produce High Octane using PENEX Catalyst. This was a benchmark of my career because after the inauguration of this project Byco became the first High Octane Producing Refinery in Pakistan.
- Secured the second Position in SSC & third Position in HSSC all over UAE and was awarded the Certificate of excellence.
Certification
Online
- Basics of Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt
- Procurement Management
- Digital Marketing Fundamentals
- Leadership Management
- Project Management
- Six Sigma-Yellow Belt
- ISO 31000 - The Fundamentals of Enterprise Risk Management
- Operation Management
- Basics of Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt
- Introduction to Neural Network
- Stock Market
- EV Charging Equipment & Installation Training
- Agile Project Management
PEC Certifications
- Dynamic Entrepreneurship for Engineers
- Advanced Numerical Techniques (FLAC) for the Design of Tunnels
- Chat GPT and Professional Integrity
- Construction Safety and Management
Additional Information
Freelance Project, Karachi MARCH 2016 — NOVEMBER 2016
- Installed and commissioned Flow meters at hydrant pumps and integrated them with totalizers for product dispatcher in DHA
- Installed and commissioned Pressure & Temperature transmitters and level switches for the product tanks in Chevron, Pakistan.
- Headed technical support to Chevron personnel for the integration of Instruments with PLC
Renewable Energy and Industrial Engineering Projects
- Shabbir Tiles - 4.2 MW
- CMH-MH Hospital 2 MW
- Auvitronics - 1 MW
- Thal Engineering - 568 kW
- Thal Papersack - 1.5 MW
- Ismail Industries - 4MW
- Connect Logistics 600kW
- International Textile 250kW
- Tapal Tea, Karachi and Lahore 650kW
Research & Publications
- Subject: The Sustainable Integrated Hybrid Hydro and Solar Energy System for Rice-Fish Farming - Paper got accepted in Global Scientific Journals - Singapore
- Subject: Renewable Energy & Data Science Topic: Incrementation of Solar Energy by UV Dependent 360 Degree Rotation Tracker Using Simulation & Big Data Analysis - Paper got accepted in Global Scientific Journals - Singapore
- Subject: Artificial Intelligence Neural Networks Topic: Hippocampal Synaptic Enhancement and Memory Alteration
- Subject: Automatic Tank Gauging System upgradation and integration
Job Simulations
Forage Simulations
1) BCG - Introduction to Strategy Consulting Job Simulation – June 2024
2) BCG Climate & Sustainability Job Simulation - June 2024
3)New York Jobs CEO Council Financial Analyst Job Simulation - July 2024
4) Commonwealth Bank Introduction to Data Science Job Simulation - July 2024
Languages
English
Native language
Affiliations
- Pakistan Engineering Council
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingQuote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Software
Helioscope
PV Syst
Microsoft Office
Primavera
Interests
Physics
Books
Science
Astronomy
Comparative Religion
Sports
Timeline
Chief Technical Officer
SolarZamana Pvt. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
Senior Manager - Technical Strategy
ACT Engineering Services
07.2022 - 11.2022
Head of Asset Management
Solis Energy Solutions
08.2021 - 06.2022
Senior Technical Consultant
The E Solutions
01.2020 - 07.2021
Head of Operations and Maintenance / QC & QA
Greenewable Solar Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 12.2019
Head Analyst
MIV Digital Solutions
12.2016 - 03.2018
Instrumentation and Control Engineer
BYCO Petroleum Pakistan Limited
03.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology
Master of Engineering - Electronics (Micro System Design)
NED University of Engineering & Technology
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