Fahad Hakami
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced automation and control systems professional with solid background in PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation. Proficient in upgrading control systems, integrating sensors, and working with industrial protocols. Experienced in performing maintenance for sensors, machines, and control panels to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Technical, Instrumentation & Control
National Company for Mechanical Systems, NCMS
Jeddah, Saudi
2021.11 - 2025.07
- Programmed and troubleshooted Siemens PLC systems, including S7-1500 and S7-1200, using TIA Portal for advanced automation tasks.
- Developed and maintained control logic for S7-300 PLCs using SIMATIC Manager.
- Configured, designed, and linked HMI screens using Siemens WinCC (Runtime & TIA Portal), including building custom interfaces and linking with PLC tags.
- Migrated and upgraded old machines from classic relay-based control to smart automation using Siemens PLCs and LOGO! modules, enabling remote control and enhanced diagnostics.
- Performed regular PLC backups and managed version control to ensure code safety and quick system recovery.
- Conducted maintenance and troubleshooting of machines through real-time PLC monitoring and diagnostics.
- Extensive experience in TIA Portal hardware configuration, including DI, DQ, AI, AQ module setup and addressing, performed field wiring, I/O mapping, and conducted testing and validation for hardware modules.
- Worked with multiple communication protocols including PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP, and RS-485 for system integration.
- Worked with various types of measurement sensors including temperature, pressure, proximity, and level sensors; performed installation, preventive maintenance, and corrective troubleshooting.
- Installed and programmed VFDs for motor control, enhancing process efficiency and energy savings.
Education
Bachelor of Technical Engineer - Applied Electronics and Control Systems
College of Telecom and Electronics
Jeddah, Mecca Region 2022.01 - 2024.01
Associate of Science - Instrumentation And Control Technology
Yanbu Industrial College
Jeddah, Mecca Region 2017.01 - 2021.01
Skills
- Siemens PLC Programming
- TIA Portal & SIMATIC Manager
- HMI Design & PLC Integration
- LOGO! SoftComfort Programming
- Industrial Sensor Installation & Maintenance
- Hardware Configuration (DI, DQ, AI, AQ)
- Electrical Panel Wiring & Troubleshooting
- Electrical Drawings and Wiring Diagrams
- VFD Configuration and Motor Control
- Communication Protocols: PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP, RS-485
- PM & CM Maintenance
- Backup & Version Control of PLC Programs
- Loop Checks & Diagnostics
- Technical Documentation & Continuous Improvement
- PowerPoint , Microsoft Word, Excel
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Advanced
Timeline
Bachelor of Technical Engineer - Applied Electronics and Control Systems
College of Telecom and Electronics
2022.01 - 2024.01
Technical, Instrumentation & Control
National Company for Mechanical Systems, NCMS
2021.11 - 2025.07
Associate of Science - Instrumentation And Control Technology
Yanbu Industrial College
2017.01 - 2021.01