Athar Quddus

Experience

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  Master Motor Corporation.

  Sept 2004 - Feb 2006

  Mechanical Engineer

  At MMC, I have worked as Mechanical Engineer at Port Qasim Plant, MMC and handled intercity and interstate transport customized design manufacturing in collaboration with Chinese company. Briefly my responsibilities included:- Preparation of contract with respect to the requirement. - Preparation of master schedule - Preparation of daily progress report - Preparation of project costing and milestone payments. - Contract management, material estimation and preparation of BOQ’s. Show less

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  GE Energy - Orient Energy Systems

  Feb 2006 - Jul 2012

  Mechanical Engineering Manager

  Worked as Mechanical Engineer for client packages including; O&M, Execution, commissioning and handover of Power Generation Projects (CAT/GE/Cummins).• Excellent Conceptual Designing/installation and management skills and feasibility studies Power Generation Projects, Heat recovery System.• Strong technical understanding of power station auxiliary equipment such as Fuel, Cooling, Ventilation & Engine Exhaust systems, Switch gear and MCC, Piping, Vessels, Instrumentation• Extensive Experience and knowledge on CCPP operation and Heat Recovery Systems from Engine Jacket & Exhaust flue gases.• Optimize Gas turbine overall efficiency and MBOP for 4xGE Gas Turbine LM6000 220MW Combined cycle power plant. • Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of Co & Tri generation plant and equipment such as boilers, turbines, generators, cooling towers, pumps, Piping, Vessels, Instrumentation operations and plant auxiliary.• Start-up and shutdown of power stations, completion of daily readings and reports, scheduling and carrying out maintenance and servicing. • Excellent skills and experience in the supervision and co-ordination of operational and maintenance activities associated with a steam and electricity generation.• Perform regular inspection and maintenance of above equipment to a high standard• Provide and arrange technical assistance and support to the Boiler operations and Maintenance teams for smooth and trouble free operation.• Possessing excellent client facing and configuration skills, both nationally and internationally through well-defined project direction and goals.Assist Sales team and Clients in resolving technical queries, clarifications and concerns.• 12 MW IPP for Galaxy Power, Lahore, Pakistan• 02 MW Sound proof containerized gas gensets for Sakr Power, Dubai, UAE• 19.8 MW IPP for Dadu Energy, Sindh, Pakistan• 12 MW IPP for Davis Energen, Lahore, Pakistan• 2.8 MW Power Plant Gas Generator + DG sets for PSO, Karachi, Pakistan Show less

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  Al-Haditha Services,Oman

  Jul 2012 - May 2015

  Construction Manager

  • Develop project deliverables, cost estimates, schedule and CTRs. • Experience includes mainly on Brownfield projects, Pipeline replacement from Well X-mass tree to battery limits including manifold/stabilizers and Oil Separators.• Project development and preparation of Project delivery packages (Cost, Schedule, Quality and pipeline size, length, application, material sour/non-sour).• Handle Change Management through CAN (Change Advice Note). • Oversee Design Sub-Contractor for pipeline design and materials selection.• Work with multidiscipline Engineers at PDO for procedures and work instruction including; Welding, Quality, NDT, Materials & Static Equipment.• Specifications and Procedure are mainly based on Shell DEPs and MESCs. • Ensure PDO procedure and international codes API 1104 and ASME IX are followed during pipeline construction and commissioning. • Prepare Project Close out report, achievements and lesson learnt. • Train and encourage the development of Omani personnel to fulfill different construction roles.• Assisted in the implement ISO 9001:2008 QMS requirements and closing CAR, NC within stipulated time. • Preparation of Pipeline MTO/requisitions and data sheets for Pipeline long lead items such as Line pipe, Induction Hot Bends, Mainline Valves, Isolation Joints, Relief valves & piping items. • Pipeline Hydro-test and Commissioning plans, Pigging, Specs for Pipeline Baseline survey, On-plot Piping system for Pig Launcher/Receivers, Vent and Drain systems, Tie-in interface & Schedules, review of piping Isometric drawings.• Review/Preparation of Method statements / procedures, Supervise and inspect the installation, modification and commissioning of Pipeline at construction sites to ensure compliance, Codes & standards/specifications.• Develop KPI’s for all focal points/team members. • Periodical site inspections and liaising with consultants and discipline engineer.• Identify Project risks and maintain Risk Management Register. Show less

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  Sunsource Renewable Energy Solutions Sydney, Australia

  Oct 2015 - Feb 2016

  Technical Sales Engineer

  • Researched and communicated with prospective clientele – Gave product presentations to customers and company staff regularly.• Recommended various improved materials to customers and clients by showing how these changes and improvements would lower costs and improve performance.• Identify potential new clients and opportunities and create new business.• Meet potential clients by growing, maintaining, and leveraging network.• Identify potential clients, and decision makers within the client organization.• Set up constructive meetings between client decision makers and company’s practice leaders/Principals.• Plan approaches and pitches by developing Custom proposals that speaks to the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives.• Handle objections by clarifying, emphasizing agreements and working through differences to a positive conclusion.• Excellent skills in building relationships with the Consultants, Corporate Customer & Individual clients Show less

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  Origin Energy, Sydney Australia (Jel Group)

  Feb 2016 - May 2016

  Business Energy Consultant

  •Develop solid business relationships through honesty, integrity and consistent follow through, which directly contributes to consistent sales growth. Skilled at prospecting, customer service and new product marketing and demonstration.•Challenge-oriented, tackle tough sales problems and bring to successful conclusion. Welcome objections as opportunity to share product knowledge and expertise.•Use outstanding organization, communication and correspondence skills to build solid customer relationships. Generate quality results by demonstrating superior product knowledge and integrity. Resourceful when faced with obstacles and adaptable to sales situations. Good negotiation skills.•Establish rapport with individuals at all professional levels and from diverse cultures. Keep the customer’s needs foremost in mind and illustrate how his/her needs can be met. Strong “closer” with emphasis on strategic selling to major account markets, including established firms and small start-ups (B2B).•Focus on helping customer achieve goals, identify and promote products such as Electricity, N. Gas, LPG and solar that will fill unique application requirements; provide needs resolution. Adept at collaborating with engineers to design new products. Interface with inside sales support, professional service groups and consult with engineers for specific engineering projects. Show less

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  Melbourne Airport - T.S.F. Engineering Pty Ltd, Australia

  May 2016 - Dec 2016

  Project Support Engineer

  • Design/installation and feasibility studies Co & Tri Generation, Heat recovery boiler / heater / Chiller.• Assist in the management of EPCM MWM - 08 MW Tri- Generation Project at Melbourne Airport.• Well-developed computer skills and proficiency in MS Office/Project, Aconex, TEM, Diane XT, SCADA.• Oversee design sub-contractor on preparation of P&IDs, As-Built and construction ISOs.• Sizing of auxiliary system for power plant / generator set requirement.• Preparation of as built drawings and modify IFC (issue for construct drawings).• Effective supervisor skills with established experience in the providing of technical direction, training and support to an operator and trade workforce• Conduct safety induction in line with Melbourne airport requirement before the start of any contractor activity. • Prepare & review job hazard analysis (JHA) & job safety analysis (JSA).• Prepare SWMS(Safety work method statement) and arrange tool box talk before start any activity.• Preparation of ITP’s (Inspection Test Plan), MOP (Method of Procedure) for SAT (Site Acceptance Test) for Tri Generation System.• Working closely with O&M team for resolving efficiency and plant performance.• Performance testing of Heat recovery hot water absorption chillers and interfacing with Existing Airport network system. • Prepare and tracking of 04 weeks look ahead plan for sub-contractors. • Analyze and prepare management report of energy consumption such as Gas, Water, Import and Export kWel.• Lead defect rectification list raised by client and closeout. • Review technical document uploading them along with project Reports, certificate and drawings in Aconex. • Effectively prepare contract documentation for procurement services and materials, after evaluating quotes. • Attend weekly commissioning meeting with customer and consultant. Show less

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  Simons Green Energy/Boiler

  Apr 2017 - Jan 2023

  Mechanical Engineer

  o Assist sales department in all aspects of Pre & after sales technical supporto Preparation of turnkey proposal for sales and client o Coordinate workflow and interface with Client/Consultant/Contractor and vendor on project deliverables.o Liaising with customers on a regular basis to ensure the successful milestone within time frames.o Technical support to operation & maintenance team for smooth and trouble free operation.o Conceptual Designing/installation/management skills and feasibility studies Condensing & non Condensing boilers / heaters.o Managed the project from Tendering, Design, Manufacturing, Installation leading to Commissioning o Generated and verified engineering reports and calculations o Compiled comprehensive technical reports, schedules and IOM’so Generated and managed QA documents like PID, Process Safety Reports, GA Drawings, Durability Plan, Commissioning Reports, etco Ensured the project and its phases are on track leading to early completiono Lead design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning teamso Successfully built relationships between clients and the company resulting in clients having more confidence in the products and services offered o Liaised with clients, contractors and manufacturing department regularly to confirm the action plan and to achieve optimum resultso Liaised with clients and contractors on a regular basis to ensure the project specifications and contractual obligations are understoodo Introduced new policies to mitigate conflicts while leading multiple groupso Liaised with manufacturing department to achieve optimum results in productiono Compiled QA documents like SWMS, JSA, Specifications, Engineering Calculations, Process Flow Diagrams, Durability Plans, etc Show less

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  Caterpillar Inc.

  Jan 2023 - now

  Technical Advisor (On-Site)

  o Work closely with Caterpillar design engineering team (Northern Ireland) and third-party packagers (U.A.E) to ensure generator packages have been manufactured to Caterpillar standards for Data Centres (Microsoft APAC region)o Carried out engineering and quality inspection of local built genset enclosure & exhaust silencer at third-party packager (U.A.E) o Assist & interpret design documentation and clarify requirements to third-party packager for Caterpillar designed generator packageso Manage design deviations to accommodate local manufacturing techniqueso Participated and finalize onsite installation manual to ensure the product is installed as per Caterpillar recommendations o Support site during installation and commissioning activitieso Support testing including first of kind validation & factory witness testingo Troubleshoot problems/issues and work with design/production/installation teams to resolveo Complete and maintained necessary design and quality control documentation including punch listso Support continuous product improvement and warranty reductiono Effectively interface with clients, consultants, contractors and vendors as requiredo Review vendor deliverables/drawings and ensure deliverables comply with project specification and relevant standards Show less