Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certifications Awards
Languages
Civil Status
References
Timeline
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Noor Dar

Ludvika

Summary

Adaptable professional with proven ability to learn quickly and adjust to new environments. Expertise in acquiring knowledge efficiently and applying it to achieve results. Committed to continuous learning and effectively managing change.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

INNOVATION ENGINEER

ACWA POWER
11.2021 - Current
  • Identified innovative solutions for optimizing existing and under-construction renewable projects in ACWA Power fleet.
  • Conducted feasibility studies and executed POCs for proposed power generation technologies.
  • Performed techno-commercial analysis, developing procedures and standards for innovation techniques.
  • Developed SWOT analysis, project timelines, bid comparisons, and evaluation reports for innovation projects.
  • Reviewed technical design documentation and planned for operational testing of approved technologies.
  • Supported in procurement processes to source new technologies.
  • Explored solutions for global technical issues to enhance O&M efficiency at power plants.
  • Updated owner's technical specifications for solar PV projects, Trackers, and ARCS.
  • Develop and contribute to the achievement of the yearly approved performance objectives and KPIs of my department.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (BD BU) in implementing industrialized solutions.
  • Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, and controls, as well as applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines, in line with ACWA Power Code of Practices.

LAB ENGINEER / ELECTRICAL ENERGY SYSTEMS

US-PAKISTAN CENTER FOR ADVANCED STUDIES IN ENERGY
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Established LUCAS NUELLE Germany power engineering lab, first in Pakistan.
  • Developed maintenance schedules and SOPs for eight high voltage and nine low voltage power modules.
  • Trained 90 master's students weekly in equipment usage for research purposes.
  • Restored faulty instruments, wiring, and setups to operational condition.
  • Managed project documentation, including PM logs, repair reports, and record keeping.
  • Facilitated curriculum development and procurement of course reference materials per HEC standards.
  • Generated RFQs for laboratory equipment upgrades to meet educational requirements.
  • Gained hands-on experience in controlled environment testing for IEC 61215 solar PV module qualification.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / ENERGY DEPT.

INTERLOOP LIMITED
07.2014 - 10.2017
  • Achieved 45% reduction in production costs, resulting in savings of PKR 30-35M over three years.
  • Implemented ISO 50001 energy management system, leading to a 13% decrease in electrical KPIs over three years.
  • Reduced total plant electrical load by 163 KW through optimization of production machines and installation of waste heat recovery boilers in 2016.
  • Created an Excel-based health score matrix for utilities and machinery, improving plant criticality index from 16 to 9 via effective maintenance.
  • Collaborated with H&M to review and update Sustainable Apparel Coalition Higg Index tools for energy and water sustainability initiatives.
  • Developed detailed daily and monthly energy analysis reports for kWh, steam, RO water, and compressed air usage.
  • Conducted thorough energy audits to evaluate costs and implement conservation strategies.
  • Monitored HVAC systems to identify opportunities for enhanced energy efficiency.

Junior Engineer

Target Engineering Enterprises
01.2013 - 07.2014
  • Assisted in project scope definition, milestone setting, and task allocation using MS Project software, and supported senior project managers in the delivery of projects.

Education

MSc. - Electrical Energy Systems Engineering

University of Engineering and Technology
01.2022

BSC. - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

University of Management and Technology
01.2012

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Documentation Review & Management
  • Innovation & Change Management
  • Energy Management (ISO 50001)
  • Data Analysis & Evaluations
  • Technical Reporting & Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Conducted technical bid evaluations, technical design document reviews, operational testing, and vendor management for Automatic Robotic Cleaning Systems (ARCS) for solar PV plants across the ACWA Power fleet. Over 20,000 ARCS robots are being installed and working on more than eight sites to date.
  • Development of POC-based feasibility studies by employing different drone-led inspections for PV, CSP, wind, and thermal power plants across the ACWA Power fleet. As a result, AP has now industrialized the drone-based inspections, fleet-wise.
  • Development of a toll gate system and its SOP to cater to company-wide innovation work requests.
  • Development of criteria for vendor pre-qualification procedures for ARCS to be used in the bidding process.
  • Winner of the O&M Innovation Challenge 2023 for the idea implementation of EnMS ISO 50001 in utility power plants.

Certifications Awards

  • Winner – O&M Innovation Challenge, 11/01/23
  • IEC 61215 2016 Training, USA, 06/01/19
  • SEED Rating System 3-Day Training, 02/01/18
  • SGS ISO EnMS 50001 Lead Auditor Training, 03/01/16
  • IELTS General Training, 03/01/22

Languages

  • English, Proficient – IELTS Band 8
  • Urdu, Native

Civil Status

Married, 34F

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

INNOVATION ENGINEER

ACWA POWER
11.2021 - Current

LAB ENGINEER / ELECTRICAL ENERGY SYSTEMS

US-PAKISTAN CENTER FOR ADVANCED STUDIES IN ENERGY
09.2017 - 10.2019

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / ENERGY DEPT.

INTERLOOP LIMITED
07.2014 - 10.2017

Junior Engineer

Target Engineering Enterprises
01.2013 - 07.2014

MSc. - Electrical Energy Systems Engineering

University of Engineering and Technology

BSC. - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

University of Management and Technology

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