Muhammad Bilal Ashraf
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in enterprise project management, quality control analysis, and process improvement strategies. Demonstrated proficiency in conducting quality audits, inspections, and testing activities, with a strong focus on compliance with QA/QC procedures. Proven track record of collaborating effectively with project teams and leading initiatives for continuous improvement. Skilled in preparing customized ITP's and inspection checklists, as well as compiling detailed test results and inspection reports. Adept at training and mentoring team members to enhance performance and safety consciousness. Career goal includes leveraging strategic thinking and leadership skills to drive successful project outcomes within dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical QA/QC Engineer
GS Construction Arabia
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: Upgrade of Sulfur Recovery Unit - Yanbu Refinery
- Upgradation of Sulphur recovery unit at Yanbu Refinery
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for LV cables
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for MV cables
- Pre-commissioning of LV/MV cables including IR testing, Hi-Pot and Sheath tests
- MV/LV Re-inforced Ductbanks
- Raceways Installation as PVC conduits, RGS conduits and Cable Trays
- Installation and testing of Grounding system/ Grounding grid
- Power Panels Installation and Pre-commissioning
- Transformers Installation and Pre-commissioning
- Existing Switchgear Modification
- New MCC for motors, Motor Installation and Solo run tests
- Cathodic Protection for Buried valves
- Lighting Fixtures Installation and testing
- Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: Upgrade of Sulfur Recovery Unit - Yanbu Refinery
- Developed inspection plans, ensuring thorough assessment of products.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by conducting regular audits.
- Streamlined processes for improved workflow efficiency.
- Provided technical support to junior engineers enhancing their skills and productivity.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Performed root cause analysis on defects identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintained high safety standards, safeguarding both personnel and equipment.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures.
- Assisted in the design process, contributing valuable input based on QC expertise.
- Supervised site construction personnel to gauge performance and productivity.
Electrical QA/QC Engineer
Sinohydro Corporation Ltd.
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: King Salman Energy Park (SPARK)
- Infrastructure and Maintenance Building
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for LV cables
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for MV cables
- Pre-commissioning of LV/MV cables including IR testing, Hi-Pot and Sheath tests
- MV/LV Re-inforced Ductbanks
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of RMU's, Package Substations, Unit Substations, Transformers
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of Solar Street lighting System
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of LV Panelboards, building Wires, Raceways, Cable Trays, JBs, Lighting Fixtures, Power receptacles, Wiring devices
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning for Feeder Pillar and Field Equipment Cabinets
- Installation and testing of Grounding system/ Grounding grid and lightning Protection Systems
- Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: King Salman Energy Park (SPARK)
- Implemented continuous improvement strategies leading to optimised operations.
- Collaborated with engineering team to communicate and achieve quality standards and outputs.
- Supervised site construction personnel to gauge performance and productivity.
- Collated, analysed and provided information through concise reports, seeking constant improvement opportunities.
- Improved product quality by completing company, system and compliance audits.
- Created and issued Standard Operating Procedures for team members to follow.
Electrical Inspector/ Material Receiving Inspector
EPPM/Tunisian Saudi for Projects
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: Yanbu Terminal Facility (YTF) for AH Delivery
- Oil and Gas Scope in Brown field Live Plant
- Upgradation of Electrical Systems for Crude Oil Tank Farms
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of 13.8 KV MV Switchgear
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of LV Panelboards including Hazardous classified Panelboards
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of 13.8 KV MV Motors for Shipper pumps
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of LV motor for Air coolers, Drain pumps
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of LV Switch racks 400V
- Installation of Satellite Instrument Building includes UPS, VRLA Batteries, Disconnect switches, Panelboards, HVAC Electrical Panels
- Installation of Control Panels for LV motors
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for LV cables
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for MV cables
- Pre-commissioning of LV/MV cables including IR testing, Hi-Pot and Sheath tests
- MV/LV Re-inforced Ductbanks
- Procure, Installation, Pre-commissioning of Pad Mounted Oil Filled Transformers
- Installation of Grounding system/ Grounding grids
- Material Receiving, Installation, Pre-commissioning of Galvanic Cathodic protection of Metallic buried Pipelines
- Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: Yanbu Terminal Facility (YTF) for AH Delivery
QC Inspector Electrical/ Material Receiving Inspector
Mufarreh Alharbi & Partners Company
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Company Overview: Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: Gas Compression Projects Haradh & Hawayiah
- Oil and Gas Scope
- Upgradation of Electrical Systems for Overhead Transmission lines 13.8KV and 69KV
- Modification of Overhead Transmission lines from Wooden Poles to Hot Dip Galvanized Poles including Installation of Dead-end, Angle poles, Tangent poles, Insulators, Guy wires and fittings including shackles, Y-clamps etc
- Installation of Solar Street lighting System including LED lights, Solar PV Panel, Charge Controllers and Batteries
- To Provide Mechanical Protection for existing FOC Telecom cables
- Transition of MV cables from Underground to Overhead Poles with Termination and splicing kits
- Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: Gas Compression Projects Haradh & Hawayiah
QC Electrical Engineer
Sinohydro Corporation Limited and Azmeel Consortium
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Company Overview: Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: South Dhahran Home Ownership (AJYAL)
- Infrastructure and Residential Villas and buildings
- Installation for Electrical Systems of Residential Villas/ Buildings
- Conduits Installation in Concrete Slabs, Ceiling and Walls
- Metal Boxes and raceways for wiring devices including Power receptacles
- Installation of LV Panelboards and testing including Primary Injection Tests for Breakers
- Continuity and IR for LV cables
- Installation of Grounding Systems including bare conductor, Earth Pit and grounding rods
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for LV cables
- Excavation, Trenching, Direct Buried cable laying, Testing and Commissioning for MV cables
- Installation of Package Substations, Feeder Pillars
- Client: Saudi Aramco
- Project: South Dhahran Home Ownership (AJYAL)
Education
Bachelors - Electrical Engineering
COMSATS Institute of Information and Technology
Skills
- Enterprise Project Management
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Conducting quality audits, inspections, and testing activities
- Studying and reviewing project specifications and quality control procedures
- Assisting in audits for ISO 9001 and 14001
- Monitoring and enforcing compliance with QA/QC procedures
- Collaborating with project teams
- Preparing and submitting work inspection requests
- Conducting inspections with Saudi Aramco project inspection department
- Raising non-conformance reports (NCR)
- Compiling test results and inspection reports
- Conducting kick-off meetings and toolbox meetings
- Preparing customized ITPs and inspection checklists
- Product performance testing
- Strategic thinking
- Safety consciousness
- Training and mentoring
- Process improvement strategies
- Quality Control Analysis
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Team Leadership
Personal Information
Nationality: Pakistan
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced
Certification
Member of Saudi Council of Engineers- 998434
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training - 594382
Passed Pearson Computer Based Testing of PID Electrical Saudi Aramco
Passed Pearson Computer Based Testing of PID Instrumentation Saudi Aramco
Timeline
Electrical QA/QC Engineer
GS Construction Arabia
09.2024 - 12.2024
Electrical QA/QC Engineer
Sinohydro Corporation Ltd.
05.2022 - 08.2024
Electrical Inspector/ Material Receiving Inspector
EPPM/Tunisian Saudi for Projects
12.2020 - 04.2022
QC Inspector Electrical/ Material Receiving Inspector
Mufarreh Alharbi & Partners Company
11.2018 - 10.2020
QC Electrical Engineer
Sinohydro Corporation Limited and Azmeel Consortium
05.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelors - Electrical Engineering
COMSATS Institute of Information and Technology
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