Raza Farid Email & Phone Number

Manchester, Gb

Manchester Area, United Kingdom

Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan

Currently leading a team in electrical design (transmission, MV and LV) of multiple projects including tunnels, high-rise buildings, hospitals, underground defence facilities with over 120 Million USD (per project) cost.Design Responsibilities:Design, load forecasting, calculation & analysis on ETAP/PSS-E/DIgSilent Power Factory & AutoCAD/Revit including transmission and distribution network (0.415kV to 33kV) Preparation of support documents like bill of materials, engineering estimate, specifications, contract and tendering requirements.Project Tracking and Technical Reporting of Implementation Plans, Test Run Plans and KPIs to key stakeholders including Strategic Planning Division, National Development, Electromagnetic Research Department - Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission and Engineer in Chief Branch - Pakistan ArmyPerformed energy audits, sustainability studies of 2 confidential facilities of Govt. of Pakistan with 2.2MW and 4MW load respectively.Conduct in-depth surveys, studies, and produced comprehensive feasibility reports for informed decision making.Conduct site inspections and provided clear direction to execution staff, ensuring successful project execution.Collaboration with Heavy Mechanical Complex (HMC-Taxila) for development and testing of explosion proof fixtures.

Balochistan, Pakistan

Lead team of 5 engineers and support staff for execution of 100 Million USD confidential government facility.Successfully installed and commissioned. 40kM 33kV transmission cable.2x 33kV Sub-stations8x 11kV sub-stationsMultiple step-up and step-down transformers (500kVA to 4MVA).7 KM 11kV underground cable.More than 100 400A 0.415kV Power line active harmonic filters Busbar, LV cable and LV Switchgear installation.2x 3MVA Powerhouses including synchronization panels. UPSMultiple Buildings and external electrification for 600 personnel living.Project management including team recruitment, sub-contracting projects parts, project planning,procurement, conflict resolution, warehouse management and implementing streamlined protocols for efficient operations.Liaison with associate engineering disciplines as part of delivering projects (mechanical, civil) and day to day coordination meetings with staff and senior management.Oversaw Factory Acceptance test and Site Acceptance test of 16x LV 800kVA diesel generators (Perkins engine with Stamford alternator) as per BS 551414x P 0.415/11KV, 11/0.415kV, 33/11kV, 11/33kV transformers 500kVA to 4MVA (PEL, Siemens) as per IEC 60076-1.4MVA, 11kV, OLTC (MR)MV switchgear and RMU (Schneider, ABB) both AIS & GIS SF-6 along with CB, relays, CT’s, PT’s, energy meter, earthing switch as per IEC 62271-100, IEC 60694 and IEC 60044-2 standards.MV Cables (Fast Cables, Pakistan Cables), LV Cables (Fast Cables, Pakistan cables) and Fire Retardant and K3 (nuclear grade) cables (Prysmian Group, Belden Cables) according to IEC 60502, CST74C068 & IEEE323/383.LV Switchgear (PEL, Schneider, ABB, Woodward) in accordance with IEC 60947 & IEC 60292 standards.Normal and emergency & explosion proof lighting systems (EAE, Phillips, Pierlite) according to IEC 60079

Islamabad, Islāmābād, Pakistan

Developed MEP construction division from scratch within the firm for taking on specialized MEP related projects.Led MEP division by providing services including tender bidding, contract management according to FIDIC regulations, resource allocation, planning and execution, procurement, rates approval, sub-contracting project and sub-contractor management.Execution supervision of multiple projects including installation, testing and commissioning of sub-stations, MV/LV cables, lighting system, HVAC equipment, cable trays, MV/LV switchgear, step down transformers, fire alarm and suppression system, ELV systems, pumps and plumbing installations.Proven track record of delivering projects to time and budget, together with an exemplary safety, quality and sustainabilityCarried out regular review meetings with electrical mechanical and civil engineers and project managers for monitoring progress of project, identifying risks, and providing assistance.Quantity surveying of whole project to determine accurate quantities before procurement and execution.Management of both client and sub-contractor billing. Development of shop drawings, design amendments, consultant approvals, ensuring seamless project execution. Providing training to junior staff on project execution, health and safety at construction site contributing to their skill development.

Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan

Reporting to Lead Electrical engineer and responsible for design of Tier IV 2N+1 redundant military grade data center.Design Responsibilities: Load Assessment Transformer sizing (up to 4MVA) Busway(Busbar) and LV cable design and voltage drop studies. Short circuit studies according to IEC 60909 Cable tray calculations Lighting design on DIALux. LV/MV switchgear calculation Earthing and surge protection calculation according to IEC 62305Attending design and follow up meetings with client, civil consultant and contractor for streamlined execution of project.Preparation of Bill of Materials and project specifications.Vetting of shop drawings, technical submittals, as built drawings and execution rates. Witnessed factory acceptance test and commissioning of 2x 11/0.415 kV 3 MVA Transformer (PEL) according to IEC 60076-1 MV/LV switchgear GIS & AIS (Hyundai, Terasaki, Siemens, Schneider) according to IEC 60947 & IEC 60292 standards. LV Busway and accessories (Schneider) 2x 0.415kV 2800A power line harmonic filers (IREM) 2x 500kVA & 2x 160kVA UPS (APC Symmetra) with AGM batteries (Vision) according to BS 62040

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Electrical Engineering

Thesis: Pakistan Power Transmission System and State Estimation Objectives: Creating a complete test circuit of 500kV and 220kV.

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Computer Engineering