Yousuf Sharif
Karachi,Pakistan
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Control & Electrical Engineer with over 20 + years of experience in Power GeneraƟon, Oil & Gas, Industrial AutomaƟon, and Control Systems. Specialized in PLC/SCADA programming, generator & compressor control, synchronizaƟon systems, and advanced troubleshooƟng. Expert in commissioning large-scale industrial plants, opƟmizing reliability, and implemenƟng energy-efficient soluƟons. Proven leadership in mulƟ-million-dollar projects, process automaƟon, and safety-criƟcal operaƟons.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Electrical / Control Engineer
United Energy Pakistan
10.2012 - Current
- Commissioned Waukesha V7044 & 7042 ESM units with Ariel & AJX compressors.
- Waukesha compressor ESM 1 control system converted into ESM 2.
- Programmed, configured, and troubleshot DIFE, DEEP SEA, EMCP 2/4.1/4.2, WOODWARD controllers.
- Maintained and optimized Caterpillar & Waukesha gas generators (6.6 kV / 480 V).
- Modernized PLC/SCADA systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) across Amine, Dehydration & CO2 Membrane Plants, enhancing process control and decreasing unscheduled downtime by 60 hours annually.
- Compressor Waukesha 7044 engine control system converted into from ESM 1 TO ESM 2 and compressor control system converted into PLC system and remote-control monitoring.
- MAZARI GAS Plant control system run in relay logic which is converted into PLC and SCADA system.
- Implemented heat recovery systems to enhance efficiency and reduce fuel usage.
- Lead of generator overhaul, acceptance testing, protection relay testing & calibration.
- Managed UPS systems (GUTOR PXP, AMETECH) and electrical protection networks.
- Provided advanced support for process automation & emergency response operations.
Electrical / Control Engineer
Allied Engineering Pakistan Limited
01.2008 - 10.2012
- Engineered and commissioned CATTERPILLER GENERATORS different series control panels, switchgear & auto-synchronization systems.
- Integrated TERBERG SCADA, ENERCON, DEEP SEA controllers for gas generator plants.
- Delivered power generation projects for BP, ENI, OGDCL, PPL.
- Designed energy-saving frameworks, improving performance and reducing operational costs.
- Supported troubleshooting, documentation, I/O checks, and loop-testing for commissioning.
Electrical / Control Engineer
GASCO Engineering Pakistan Limited
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Commissioned Waukesha VHP Series L7042/7044 GSI engines with Ariel compressors.
- Diagnosed & configured Murphy Panel & Centurion Plus Controllers.
- Maintained MCC, switchgear, UPS, HVAC, transformers & industrial protection circuits.
- Prepared P&IDs, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, loop files as per engineering standards.
- Improved generator reliability through preventive maintenance programs.
Education
MS - Electrical Engineering (Control & Robotics)
MAJU
BS - Electrical Engineering Technology
PIMSAT
B.Tech - Electrical
PIMSAT
DAE - Power Technology
Govt. College of Technology
Diploma - Electrical Protection
Alison
Skills
- PLC Programming
- HMI Programming
- SCADA Programming
- Power Generation Control
- Gas Compression Control
- Auto-Synchronization
- Load Management
- Control Panel Design
- MCC Relay Logic
- Communication Protocols
- Modbus
- EtherNet/IP
- CAN J1939
- Generator Protection
- Switchgear Systems
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Energy Efficiency
- Heat Recovery Systems
- Project Execution
- Commissioning
Certification
- PLC & SCADA Systems - KE Gas & Steam Power Plant
- Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
- UPS GUTOR PXP & SDC Training
- IoT Fundamentals
- Caterpillar Electronics Troubleshooting
- Terberg PLC & SCADA System (Holland country)
Accomplishments
- Project of MAZARI GAS Plant control system run in relay logic which is converted into PLC and SCADA system.
- Project of Turk gas facility Plant upgraded from manual control system to full automation (PLC ALLEN BRADLEY) and unmanned system.
- Compressor Waukesha 7044 engine control system converted from ESM 1 TO ESM 2 and compressor control system converted into PLC system and remote-control monitoring.
- Delivered $30M Gas Plant Project (UEP) within time and scope.
- Engineered and commissioned Waukesha 10 MW gas generator plant at UEP Naimat Field.
- Designed 6 MW generator plant with heat recovery system, reducing fuel cost and emissions.
- Successfully led commissioning of generator systems for Anoud Power Plant.
Personal Information
Title: Automation Control & Electrical Engineer
Technical Expertise
Allen-Bradley: ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix (RSLogix / Studio 5000), Siemens: S7-300, S7-1200, S7-1500 (TIA Portal), FactoryTalk View SE/ME, WinCC, Citect SCADA, PanelView Plus 1000, PanelView Plus 1250, Modbus RTU/TCP, EtherNet/IP, RS-485 (A-/B+), CAN Bus (SAE J1939), Profibus DP, Profinet, CAT ECM: diagnostics, fault logging, parameter configuration, Woodward: ProAct, ESM-1 → ESM-2 upgrades, GOV-40/41, Protection Relays (ABB, Siemens, Schneider), Switchgear Testing & Commissioning, Load Management & Synchronization, SLDs, Loop Diagrams, MCC Wiring
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Assistant Electrical / Control Engineer
United Energy Pakistan
10.2012 - Current
Electrical / Control Engineer
Allied Engineering Pakistan Limited
01.2008 - 10.2012
Electrical / Control Engineer
GASCO Engineering Pakistan Limited
01.2002 - 01.2008
MS - Electrical Engineering (Control & Robotics)
MAJU
BS - Electrical Engineering Technology
PIMSAT
B.Tech - Electrical
PIMSAT
DAE - Power Technology
Govt. College of Technology
Diploma - Electrical Protection
Alison