ASGHAR ALI
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced professional in RO and desalination plant commissioning, electrical systems, and instrumentation and control systems. Led solar power system implementation, pre-commissioning, and start-up execution, while managing FAT and SAT processes. Conducted handover documentation, HAZOP and HAZID participation, and commissioning procedures. Specialised in testing, calibration, process optimisation, and troubleshooting, with strong knowledge of industry standards and commitment to HSE guidelines.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Testing & Commissioning Manager
Al-Rashid Trading & Contracting Co.
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
2021.03 - 2026.09
- Tested and commissioned electrical and instrumentation systems for TSE-G18 pipelines and pumping stations of the Green Riyadh project, client (RCRC).
- Lead the, testing, commissioning and handover of electrical and instrumentation systems for 14 No’s of Pumping stations and pipeline networks for Wadi Safar Infrastructure project, Client DGCL.(June-2024-January 2026)
- Led testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical and instrumentation systems for Shuqaiq Desalination Plant Phase IV, with a capacity of 400,000 m3/day, ensuring compliance with EPC contract requirements and client expectations (July 2021-June 2024).
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and international standards.
- Review and approve contractor documents (method statements, ITPs).
- Lead commissioning of RO desalination plants (SWRO/BWRO), ensuring compliance with project specifications and international standards.
- Supervise electrical and instrumentation teams during pre-commissioning, energization, and start-up phases and handover of the projects.
- Execute and review loop checks, logic testing, and interlock verification.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, and operations teams for smooth plant startup.
- Manage FAT/SAT activities for control systems and field instruments
- Troubleshoot control system issues and optimize plant performance.
- Facilitated communication with clients, consultants, and vendors to ensure project alignment and address any issues promptly.
- Supported the commissioning process of electrical panels, motor control centres, and field instrumentation to ensure operational readiness.
Testing & Commissioning Manager
EMC Pakistan Pvt Ltd
Karachi
2018.11 - 2021.03
- Executed T & C and managed the handover of desalination, reverse osmosis, and water filtration plants, water supply, and pumping stations projects, including electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Witnessed installation, testing, and commissioning inspections to verify adherence to approved drawings and project specifications.
- Witnessed for FAT/SAT acceptance test for RO desalination and Solar based pumping stations.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections to ensure proper functioning of systems and adherence to specifications. for installation, testing commissioning of RO process instruments, tube wells, SCADA system, and Solar system for pumping station, LV/MV Electrical network and ELV systems.
- Preparation of pre-commissioning,commissioning final testing, handover and operation and maintenance documents.
- Performed detailed cable inspections to identify potential issues and maintain system reliability, megger testing, continuity checks, and loop testing
- Ensured compliance with project specifications, drawings, and international standards, enhancing project integrity and safety.
E & I Engineer
Ultimate Engineering Consultant
Peshawar
2017.11 - 2018.11
- Reviewed specifications and recommended engineering changes for desalination, reverse osmosis, and water filtration plants, enhancing water supply and pumping station projects, along with electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Conducted design review and supervised construction of solar-based water supply schemes across all districts of KPK, ensuring project alignment with regional water needs.
- Coordinated with other engineers and professionals on large scale projects.
- Trained junior engineers and provided mentorship, enhancing their skill set and knowledge base.
- Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality work.
T & C Manager
PAK OASIS Industries (Pvt.) Limited
Karachi
2015.03 - 2017.12
- Managed installation and commissioning of sea and brackish water desalination plants with capacities ranging from 15,000 to 2,000,000 GPD in Tharparkar district, catering to the specific needs of the region.
- Managed installation, testing, and commissioning of sea and brackish water desalination plants, enhancing water supply in Tharparkar district with capacities from 15,000 to 2,000,000 GPD.
- Ensured product water quality met WHO standards, developed safe operating procedures, and implemented HSE guidelines for R.O., U.F., and water filtration plants.
- Led safety initiatives, ensuring strict compliance with HSE guidelines and standards, promoting a culture of safety within project teams.
- Managed a team of engineers, supervisors, and technicians, providing direction and guidance for the successful execution of desalination plant projects.
- Collaborated with clients and vendors to ensure the installation, commissioning, and operation of various components, such as trackers, inverters, and balance of plant equipment.
- Review preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for minimal downtime, using PLC and SCADA technologies to monitor and control system parameters effectively.
- Review operation and maintenance manuals, log records, preventive and corrective maintenance schedules, and monitored parameters with PLC and SCADA technologies.
- Observed factory and site acceptance tests for reverse osmosis desalination and solar-based pumping stations to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Facilitated effective communication among clients, consultants, vendors, and construction and commissioning teams, improving coordination and project efficiency..
E & I Engineer (T & C)
So Safe Water Technologies (Pvt.) Limited
Karachi
2011.07 - 2015.03
- Played a pivotal role in the inspection, installation, testing, and commissioning of various water treatment plants, including reverse osmosis systems, ETPs, STPs, water softening units, mineral water plants, de-ionizers, UV sterilizers, pumping stations and pipelines.
- Inspected and tested various water treatment plants, including reverse osmosis, ETP, STP, pumping stations, water softeners, mineral water plants, de-ionizers, UV sterilizers, and utilities.
- Supervised electrical and instrumentation teams during pre-commissioning, energization, and start-up phases.
- Performed instrument calibration to maintain operational efficiency and reliability. & Supported pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
- Performed loop checking, calibration, and functional testing of field instruments.
- Witnessed calibration of field instruments, including pressure, temperature, and flow transmitters.
- Observed FAT/SAT acceptance tests for RO desalination and WTP equipment and systems to validate their performance and compliance with specifications.
- Supported start-up and performance testing of RO units.
- Prepared commissioning documentation, reports, and punch lists.
- Maintained quality records and documentation to support regulatory compliance and project accountability.
- Coordinated with clients, consultants, vendors, and construction and commissioning teams to ensure alignment and project success.
- Prioritised and enforced safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment. and ensured adherence to regulations in the workplace.
Assistant Engineer (E & I)
So Safe Water Technologies (Pvt.) Limited
Karachi
2010.06 - 2011.06
- Developed and enforced safety systems, performed preventive maintenance, resolved electrical and instrumentation issues, and managed cost estimation and budgeting for enhanced operational reliability.
- Supervised project execution, ensuring compliance with schedules and quality standards while analysing flow, pressure, temperature, level, P.H, ORP, TDS, chlorine, turbidity, PLC, and SCADA systems for water, wastewater, and desalination plants.
- Managed cost estimation and budgeting for water treatment and reverse osmosis plants, streamlining work procedures to enhance project delivery.
- Coordinated electrical, instrumentation, automation, and troubleshooting activities with department heads.
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure effective coordination of electrical, instrumentation, automation, and troubleshooting activities for various projects.
- Developed and enforced safety systems, with a particular focus on preventive maintenance and addressing electrical and instrumentation challenges.
- Planned, prepared, and estimated bids for fixtures, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of equipment.
- Assisted in the planning, preparation, and estimation of bids for fixtures, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of equipment.
- Supervised project activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and timelines, ensuring compliance with project schedules and quality standards.
- Monitored various parameters, including flow, pressure, temperature, level, P.H, ORP.
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Electronics
Mehran University of Engineering & Technology
Jamshoro, Pakistan 2006.01 - 2009.01
Skills
- Desalination commissioning
- FAT/SAT management
- Pre-commissioning execution
- Commissioning documentation
- Handover documentation
- Interlock testing
- Loop testing
- Calibration of Instruments
- Instrumentation & Control Systems
- Electrical Systems (MV/LV, Transformers, Switchgear)
- Solar base power system
- Process troubleshooting
- Standards: IEC, IEEE, NEC, ISO 9001
- HAZOP participation
- HSE guidelines
Certification
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (P.E) SEC: 759796
Timeline
Testing & Commissioning Manager
Al-Rashid Trading & Contracting Co.
2021.03 - 2026.09
Testing & Commissioning Manager
EMC Pakistan Pvt Ltd
2018.11 - 2021.03
E & I Engineer
Ultimate Engineering Consultant
2017.11 - 2018.11
T & C Manager
PAK OASIS Industries (Pvt.) Limited
2015.03 - 2017.12
E & I Engineer (T & C)
So Safe Water Technologies (Pvt.) Limited
2011.07 - 2015.03
Assistant Engineer (E & I)
So Safe Water Technologies (Pvt.) Limited
2010.06 - 2011.06
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Electronics
Mehran University of Engineering & Technology
2006.01 - 2009.01