Sagweer Abdulla
Senior Photonics Engineer
Kozhikode
Summary
With 15 years of experience in the scientific industry, I am a seasoned Instrumentation and Lab Engineer specializing in high-power lasers and optics-based advanced imaging systems. I have developed deep expertise in servicing and providing technical support for a wide range of laser technologies and imaging techniques, including PIV, PLIF, LDV, and LIBS. I have installed and maintained numerous systems, with a strong background in coordinating lab operations, designing experimental setups, and optimizing workflows to ensure efficient processes and accurate data collection. Known for my exceptional troubleshooting and repair skills, I am also adept at training teams to maximize system performance and ensure effective usage.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Technical Director
Microgen Scientific Equipment Trading LLC
09.2024 - Current
- Provide expert solutions in photonics and material characterization instruments, including lasers for PIV, PLIF, LIBS, quantum studies, and material processing; spectrometers for Raman, UV/VIS/IR; scientific cameras; optics; and components.
- Oversee installation, calibration, and setup of complex lab equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Deliver operation and safety training to end users for effective and safe equipment use.
- Offer ongoing technical support, troubleshoot issues, and manage customer queries to ensure satisfaction.
- Engage with clients to understand applications and requirements, providing tailored solutions and actionable insights.
- Collaborate with global manufacturers to find the best solutions and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Lead and mentor junior engineers, supporting their technical growth.
- Partner with leading universities in the GCC region to drive research and development initiatives.
- Successfully installed high-power lasers, spectrometer, CMOS cameras, optical parametric oscillator, and more in UAE universities within short timeframe.
Senior Project Officer/Lab Engineer
National Centre for Combustion Research & Development-IIT Madras
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Making PILF,PIV and PDPA set-up as per students requirements.
- Performed Servicing and Maintenance of high speed and low speed Nd:YAG (Quantel lasers & Edgewave lasers),Dye lasers (Quantel & Radiant lasers) and Duel cavity lasers(Litron Bernoulli & LDY lasers).
- Re-commissioned high speed PLIF system.
- Provide Training of PLIF ,PIV setup to research students.
- Coordination and schedule of different optical diagnostic experiments.
- Evaluate and solve technical problem associated with optical setups.
- Initiate equipment procurements and co-ordinate installation and servicing of high end equipment with venders.
- Hands on experience with scientific cameras (Photron SA ,Phantom Speed star, PCO Dimax and Pixelfy , Princeton Instrument Pimax camera)
- Hand on experience with camera intensifiers.
- Strong experimental knowledge of optical components including sheet optics.
- Hands on experience with BNC delay generator and strong knowledge of synchronization of Lasers and Cameras.
Assistant Manager
NS Scientific
02.2015 - 08.2021
- Installation, maintenance and offering timely services of low speed and high speed Nd:YAG lasers, dye lasers, dual cavity lasers (Quantel-France) and high speed dual cavity lasers(Photonics Industries Inc.).
- Installed more than 50 lasers across India.
- Installed Advanced Raman Convertor (Light Age Inc.) first in India.
- Strong trouble shooting experience of lasers and synchronization of laser with external instruments as per customer’s requirements.
- Provided training to customers on functions and safe operations of instruments.
- Documentation of services and installation activities and customer feedback.
- Acted as liaison between customers and manufacturer on technical and service matter.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Provided sales support during onsite client meeting and demonstrated how product meets client’s needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Delivering presentations and demos to audience.
- Preparing report for head office and senior managers.
- Traveling to visit potential customers.
Technical Support Engineer
Specialise Instruments
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Installed more than 25 lasers (Quantel ) across India.
- Installation , maintenance and and offering timely services of Nd:YAG, dye and dual cavity pulsed lasers (Quantel , Photonic Industries Inc.) and OPOs (LaserSpec & Opotec).
- Assisted installation and servicing of Spectrofluorometer (Edinburgh Instruments Ltd.) and ICCD ,CCD Cameras( Princeton Instruments and Andor)
- Provided training customer on functions and safe operations of instruments.
- Documentation of service and installation activities and customer feedback.
- Acts as liaison between customers and manufacturer on technical and service matter.
- Served as primary point of contact for support relating to owned solutions and products.
Education
Master of Technology - Laser&Electro Optical Eng.
College Of Engineering,Anna University
Chennai 08.2008 - 04.2010
Master of Science - Physics
Kannur University
Kerala 08.2005 - 05.2007
Skills
Expert in Laser Equipment and Optics
Expertise in Troubleshooting and Repair[Lasers and Optical instruments]
Application Support
Laser and Optical Instruments Training
Schedule Coordination
Teamwork and Flexibility
MS Office Software
Technical Writing and Reports
Business Development
Additional Information
- Advanced factory training in High/low energy Nd:YAG lasers & Dye Lasers from Quantel,France.(Application: LIF,LIBS,PIV,LIDAR, NDT etc.)
- Advanced factory training in Optical Parametric Oscillator (OPOs) from LaserSpec, Belgium.(Application: Spectroscopy)
Timeline
Technical Director
Microgen Scientific Equipment Trading LLC
09.2024 - Current
Senior Project Officer/Lab Engineer
National Centre for Combustion Research & Development-IIT Madras
09.2021 - 08.2024
Assistant Manager
NS Scientific
02.2015 - 08.2021
Technical Support Engineer
Specialise Instruments
01.2011 - 07.2014
Master of Technology - Laser&Electro Optical Eng.
College Of Engineering,Anna University
08.2008 - 04.2010
Master of Science - Physics
Kannur University
08.2005 - 05.2007
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