MUHAMMAD BASHIR AHMAD
Jhang,Pakistan
Summary
BSc Electrical Engineering Technology graduate with 5+ years of experience in solar PV systems, power plant operations, building electrical wiring, and utility electrical infrastructure. Hands-on expertise in solar string installation, combiner box setup, thermal & IR testing, MVBS system commissioning, building line/wiring installation, and utility-scale solar plant operation and maintenance. Experienced in working alongside diesel generators, gas turbines, and 132 kV grid stations. Seeking a Solar Technician or Electrical Engineer role to contribute to renewable energy projects and sustainable power solutions.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Electrical Technician - Power House
Almarai Company
King Abdullah Ecnomic city, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
2024.11 - Current
- Operate and monitor diesel generator sets (CAT & CUMMINS) and auxiliary power equipment.
- Perform generator synchronization and load sharing for stable power distribution.
- Monitor critical parameters: voltage, current, frequency, power factor, and KVAR.
- Respond to plant alarms, diagnose faults, and execute timely troubleshooting actions.
- Supervise switchgear operations and manage electricity distribution across the facility.
- Prepare daily diesel consumption and KWH generation reports for plant management.
- Enforce HSE standards and safe operating procedures throughout all plant activities.
Electrical Supervisor - Power House
Shakar Ganj Mills Limited
Jhang, Pakistan
2021.01 - 2024.09
- Operated and supervised utility-scale solar PV power systems alongside conventional generation.
- Installed and maintained solar string wiring and combiner boxes for PV array systems.
- Carried out building line and building wiring installation and maintenance across facility infrastructure.
- Conducted thermal imaging (IR) and electrical testing on solar panels and related equipment.
- Supervised boilers, turbines, generators, and HV/LV switchgear operations.
- Executed planned preventive maintenance schedules to minimize system downtime.
- Led a team of technicians; prepared daily operational and progress reports.
Trainee Engineer – 132 kV Grid Station
FESCO Jhang
Jhang
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Assisted in operation and maintenance of 132 kV transmission and distribution equipment.
- Monitored transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays, and switchgear.
- Followed strict grid safety procedures and operational standards per regulatory guidelines.
Education
BSc - Electrical Engineering Technology
Govt College University Faisalabad
Faisalabad, PakistanDAE - Electrical
PBTE Lahore
Lahore, PakistanMatriculation - Science
BISE Faisalabad
Faisalabad, PakistanSkills
- Solar PV System Design & Installation
- Solar String & Combiner Box Wiring
- Thermal & IR Testing (Solar Projects)
- MVBS System Testing & Commissioning
- Solar Plant Operation & Monitoring
- Fault Detection & Troubleshooting (PV)
- Building Line / Building Wiring Installation
- MV Cable Testing & BDV Transformer Test
- MV/LV Breaker Operation & Maintenance
- 132 kV Grid Station Operations
- Diesel Generator Operations (CAT, CUMMINS)
- Generator Synchronization & Load Sharing
- Gas Turbine Operations
- Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
- HSE & Electrical Safety Compliance
- Single Line Diagram Reading
- Technical Reporting (MS Word & Excel)
- Load Management
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Team Leadership
- Project Coordination & Site Supervision
- Quality Control & HSE Compliance
- Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
- Time Management & Reporting
Certification
- Safety Inspector Certification (3 Months) — December 2019
- NAVTTC PLC & SCADA Certification (6 Months) — March 2021
LANGUAGES
Urdu (Native)
English (Professional)
Arabic (Beginner)
Timeline
Electrical Technician - Power House
Almarai Company
2024.11 - Current
Electrical Supervisor - Power House
Shakar Ganj Mills Limited
2021.01 - 2024.09
Trainee Engineer – 132 kV Grid Station
FESCO Jhang
2019.01 - 2020.01
Matriculation - Science
BISE Faisalabad
DAE - Electrical
PBTE Lahore
BSc - Electrical Engineering Technology
Govt College University Faisalabad