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ABDULRAHMAN ALBANAQI

Turaif,Northern Borders Region

Summary

Highly skilled Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in optimizing electrical systems and equipment. My approach integrates targeted research with hands-on expertise in electrical maintenance, enabling me to drive significant improvements in the performance, functionality, and safety of both new installations and existing networks. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with technical teams (or engineering teams, operations personnel, cross-functional teams) and service teams to ensure the successful implementation of robust electrical solutions and the sustained reliability of critical infrastructure.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Electrical engineer III

Maaden
Turaif Waad AlShamal , Northern Borders Region
02.2025 - Current
  • Actively participated in root cause investigations for repeated failures and presented findings to engineering management.
  • Conducted thorough inspection and testing of protective devices and schemes, including overloads, earth fault relays, and differential protections.
  • Provided expert troubleshooting for critical failures in substations, feeders, control panels, and backup systems (generators/UPS).
  • Collaborated with the HSE department to ensure strict compliance during hazardous area interventions.
  • Monitored SCADA/DCS alarms related to electrical faults and initiated corrective actions promptly.
  • Orchestrated and coordinated maintenance shutdowns, meticulously ensuring safety protocols, manpower availability, and material readiness.
  • Reviewed and revised electrical single-line diagrams and control logic to reflect field modifications accurately.
  • Tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and energy efficiency metrics to optimize performance.
  • Trained and mentored junior technicians and newly hired engineers on electrical systems and critical safety procedures.
  • Served as the site focal point for electrical safety audits and third-party inspections, ensuring adherence to standards.
  • Coordinated seamlessly with suppliers and contractors for external repairs and managing warranty claims.
  • Prepared comprehensive technical reports for abnormal incidents, near-misses, and detailed equipment performance analysis.
  • Supported and contributed to reliability programs such as Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM).
  • Supported visual and thermographic inspections to proactively identify hotspots and loose connections, preventing potential failures.
  • Reviewed as-built drawings, test reports, and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) during equipment acceptance to ensure quality and compliance.

Electrical Engineer PDP

Maaden
Turaif Waad AlShamal , Northern Borders Region
02.2023 - 02.2025
  • Performed routine maintenance on MV/LV motors, soft starters, motor control centers (MCCs), distribution panels, and battery banks to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
  • Conducted field testing of protection relays (ABB, Schneider) and meticulously verified tripping logic to guarantee system safety and reliability.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex electrical incidents, expertly identifying root causes such as earth faults, overloads, and insulation failures.
  • Executed precise cable glanding, termination, and megger testing, strictly adhering to international electrical standards.
  • Contributed to efficient procurement and repair processes by assisting in the preparation of accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) and comprehensive technical specifications.
  • Gained practical experience in load management strategies within Power & Utilities plants, working under supervision to understand critical operational aspects.
  • Performed isolation of critical equipment, including 132kV, 34.5kV, 13.8kV, and 4.16kV switchgear systems, ensuring safety protocols were strictly followed.
  • Developed comprehensive Scopes of Work (SOW) and identified requirements for third-party execution, streamlining project coordination.
  • Managed and tracked Preventive Maintenance (PM) checklists to uphold high standards of job quality and thoroughness.
  • Generated punch lists during electrical inspections and diligently followed up to ensure timely completion before equipment handover.
  • Provided expert troubleshooting for major trips or failures across switchgears, motors, cables, and other electrical systems.
  • Ensured the availability of critical spare parts for all electrical systems, including switchgears, transformers, motors, cables, Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), and circuit breakers (CBs).

Education

BSc - Electrical Engineering

Northern Border University
Arar, Northern Borders Region
08.2017 - 05.2022

Skills

  • Electrical safety regulations knowledge
  • Planning
  • LV systems electrical isolations
  • Teamwork
  • Electrical Maintenance Troubleshooting
  • Strategic thinking
  • Communication
  • Technical drawing
  • Electrical switchgear safety

Certification

  • Certify engineer from ABB on Medium Voltage Switchgears ZX2, ZS1.ZVC
  • Innovation thinking course from Management Centre Europe
  • A3 Problem solving.
  • Root Cause analysis.
  • Communications skills course from Management Centre Europe
  • Certified Electrical Engineer from Saudi Council of Engineers
  • Business writing course from Management Centre Europe

Timeline

Electrical engineer III

Maaden
02.2025 - Current

Electrical Engineer PDP

Maaden
02.2023 - 02.2025

BSc - Electrical Engineering

Northern Border University
08.2017 - 05.2022

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