Waqar Ali

Experience

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  Quality Makers Co.

  Jun 2012 - Jan 2016

  Testing & Commissioning Engineer

  - Conducted rigorous testing of 110KV Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems, including busbar contact resistance and interlock mechanism testing.- Conducted testing and commissioning activities for 13.8 kV switchgears, protection relays, and protection panel schemes.- Evaluated integrity of 110KV GIS Current Transformers (CT) and Voltage Transformers (VT) through meticulous testing.- Verified functionality of 110 kV under voltage and under frequency panel schemes.- Proficiently executed primary injection testing on 110kV Current Transformers (CT) with precision.- Led oil breakdown testing on 2000 kVA auxiliary transformers, ensuring insulation integrity.- Skillfully configured and optimized REF 542 Plus relays for precise functionality. Show less

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  ABB

  Mar 2016 - Jan 2021

  GIS installation and commissioning supervisor

  - Supported various GIS operations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and servicing.- Collaborated with teams to ensure efficient cable termination procedures.- Played key role in planning and executing maintenance during shutdowns.- Monitored and addressed SF6 leakage concerns for operational integrity.- Successfully installed and commissioned hitachi energy GIS models ELK-04C and ELK-04 145kV.- Led commissioning of ELK-3 420kV with HMB-8 Circuit Breaker mechanism and ELK-14 245kV with HMB-4 Circuit Breaker mechanism.- Contributed to installation and commissioning of GIS systems, including Type ELK-XX models. Show less

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  Hitachi Energy

  Jan 2021 - now

  Senior GIS Specialist

  - Lead end-to-end site operations, engaging potential clients and contractors.- Provide comprehensive technical and behavioral training to new hires and trainees.- Establish interconnections for ELK-3 and ELK-14 GIS systems.- Oversee SF6 gas handling, including evacuation, recovery, and precise refilling.- Deploy high-voltage adapters and bushings for efficient high-voltage testing.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for high-voltage cable termination.- Conduct GIS service and cyclic maintenance during shutdowns Show less