Muhammad Farooque

Muhammad Farooque

Engineering Intern at SEPCO 132KV Substation

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Electrical Engineer | GWO Certified Wind Energy Professional | Wind Turbine Operations & Maintenance

  • Education

    • Government Degree College, Larkana

      2012 - 2014
      Intermediate Pre-Engineering A+

      Activities and Societies: Regular participation in Essay writing and Debate competitions.

    • COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus

      2014 - 2018
      BS Electrical Power Engineering A+

      Activities and Societies: Student Member of IEEE & CLS.

  • Experience

    • Sukkur Electric Power Company Limited

      Feb 2017 - Mar 2017
      Engineering Intern at SEPCO 132KV Substation

      Key Highlights of Internship:➊ Acquired comprehensive knowledge of 132KV Substation Single Line Diagram and operational principles of substation equipment (Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, CTs, PTs etc.)➋ Observed control room operation and routine communication with regional control center (RCC).➌ Familiarized with maintenance protocols related to switchyard and protection equipment.➍ Supported substation operation and maintenance teams by actively participating in routine tasks. Show less

    • Sachal Energy Development Ltd.

      May 2020 - now

      ✥ Job Responsibilities:➊ Plan, supervise and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on Goldwind- manufactured PMDD wind turbine generators (WTGs), while adhering to standard safety rules and regulations.➋ Conduct diagnosis and troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues related to wind turbines, for minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency.➌ Analyze wind turbine's performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate maintenance strategies to maximize turbine efficiency.➍ Perform remote visual inspections using borescope camera on wind turbine generators to assess condition of internal components, detect potential issues, and collaborate with Goldwind QC department to ensure optimal performance.➎ Organize training sessions for junior staff members on proper use of equipment and software tools related to operation and maintenance of wind turbines.➏ In coordination with Goldwind's technical team, developed and implemented standard operating procedures for handling wind turbine SCADA operations in response to instructions issued by the National Power Control Center (NPCC).➐ Identified issues at wind turbines during preventive maintenance, and developed periodic inspection checklists in order to ensure reliable and smooth operation of the wind turbines, and positive impact has been observed since implementation.➑ Maintain close coordination with contractors during major equipment procurement and replacement phases to ensure proper execution of work in accordance with the established plans and specifications.➒ Prepare and present comprehensive technical reports on wind turbine performance, maintenance activities, and potential challenges to senior management.➓ Report wind farm routine/site activities and technical findings to senior management. Show less ✥ Job Responsibilities: ➊ Actively contributed in the preventive, predictive & corrective maintenance on Goldwind- manufactured PMDD wind turbine generators (WTGs).➋ Performed timely rectifications of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, converter systems, and other related components of wind turbines.➌ Prepared and maintained proper documentation of wind turbine fault logs, troubleshooting reports, and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.➍ Monitored and controlled wind turbine operations from OEM (Goldwind) SCADA software.➎ Developed an Excel-based fault analysis software tool, widely utilized by engineers at Sachal wind farm for efficient and timely fault analysis, resulting in a 30-50% reduction in wind turbine downtime.➏ Provided regular updates on wind farm operational activities and technical findings to the department manager, in order to facilitate timely decision-making process.➐ Performed regular inspections on wind turbines using predefined checklists to asses the condition of WTG components, promptly identifying potential issues and initiating rectification procedures as necessary, in consultation with the technical team of the OEM Goldwind. Show less

      • Electrical Engineer (WTG Service Team Lead)

        May 2021 - now
      • Trainee Engineer (WTG O&M)

        May 2020 - Apr 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Basic Technical Training Certificate

      Goldwind Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
      Jan 2022
    • Basic Safety Training Certificate

      Goldwind Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
      Dec 2021
    • Wind Energy

      Coursera
      Jul 2020
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    • Registered Electrical Engineer

      Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
      Sept 2019
    • Electric Power Systems

      Coursera
      Apr 2020
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    • Advance Industrial Automation and Control Systems

      Mindstorm Engineering
      Mar 2020
    • 3S Lift (C2) Training Certificate

      Ficont Industry Beijing Co Limited
      Apr 2022
    • Substation Power Engineering Fundamentals

      Udemy
      Apr 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Data Visualization in Excel

      Coursera
      May 2022
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    • Renewable Energy Technology Fundamentals (University of Colorado Boulder)

      Coursera
      Jul 2022
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Muhammad Farooque
      DAAD (EPOS) Scholarship DAAD - German Academic Exchange Service Sep 2025
    • Awarded to Muhammad Farooque
      Campus Silver Medal COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus Sep 2018
    • Awarded to Muhammad Farooque
      Prime Minister's National ICT R&D Scholarship Government of Pakistan Sep 2014
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by COMSATS Literary Society on Mar 2017
      COMSATS Literary SocietyAssociated with Muhammad Farooque
    • Student Member

      Issued by IEEE on Sept 2015
      IEEEAssociated with Muhammad Farooque