Farid Ullah
Leeds,United Kingdom
Summary
A Master Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in engineering planning, mechanical maintenance, and reliability improvement within fast‑paced manufacturing environments. Skilled in developing project schedules, coordinating engineering activities, and supporting resource planning using SAP and digital tools. Experienced in raising and processing CAPEX orders through Coupa, maintaining accurate project documentation, and ensuring compliance with engineering and safety standards. Background includes preventive and reactive maintenance, technical problem‑solving, supplier coordination, and statutory inspection support. Proficient in Power BI, Microsoft Lists, SharePoint, and workflow automation to enhance operational visibility and decision‑making. Recognised for strong analytical ability, clear communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement, plant reliability, and safe engineering practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Engineering Planner
Unilever
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.08 - 2026.03
- Schedule Management: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including look-ahead plans, schedule updates, and what-if analysis.
- Coordination: Work closely with engineering staff to ensure that all project milestones and deadlines are met.
- Reporting: Prepare status reports for reviews with the Engineering Manager and Supervisors, providing visibility of due dates and milestones.
- Risk Management: Analyse schedules to identify potential risks or conflicts and develop corrective action measures.
- Resource Allocation: Coordinate with managers and supervisors to allocate resources effectively, ensuring that all project requirements are met.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project progress, including daily and monthly reports.
- Supplier Management: Review and approve supplier data to ensure manufacturing requirements are met.
- Budget Management: Provide financial support to the engineering program department and collaborate on the development of cost-saving options.
- Maintenance Planning: Have knowledge of maintenance techniques and be proficient in planning workloads.
- Software Proficiency: Utilize SAP for project management and resource planning, and Coupa for procurement and expense management.
- Repairs and Maintenance (R&M): Plan and oversee repairs and maintenance activities to ensure minimal downtime and optimal plant performance.
Engineering Planner
Unilever
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.08 - 2026.03
- Schedule Management: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including look-ahead plans, schedule updates, and what-if analysis.
- Coordination: Work closely with engineering staff to ensure that all project milestones and deadlines are met.
- Reporting: Prepare status reports for reviews with the Engineering Manager and Supervisors, providing visibility of due dates and milestones.
- Risk Management: Analyze schedules to identify potential risks or conflicts and develop corrective action measures.
- Resource Allocation: Coordinate with managers and supervisors to allocate resources effectively, ensuring that all project requirements are met.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project progress, including daily and monthly reports.
- Supplier Management: Review and approve supplier data to ensure manufacturing requirements are met.
- Budget Management: Provide financial support to the engineering program department and collaborate on the development of cost-saving options.
- Maintenance Planning: Have knowledge of maintenance techniques and be proficient in planning workloads.
- Software Proficiency: Utilize SAP for project management and resource planning, and Coupa for procurement and expense management.
- CAPEX Orders: Manage capital expenditure (CAPEX) orders, ensuring proper documentation, approval, and tracking of capital projects.
- Repairs and Maintenance (R&M): Plan and oversee repairs and maintenance activities to ensure minimal downtime and optimal plant performance.
Shift Engineer
Unilever
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2023.08 - 2024.01
- Actively participate in the preventative maintenance planning for the area, ensuring that all work is risk assessed, appropriate resources are available and utilized and the tasks can occur without conflicting requirements
- Take part in regular inspections/audits for good housekeeping/5S and machine safety and ensure agreed action are completed
- Setup equipment to manufacture products in accordance with quality procedures and standards to achieve the product quality targets at minimal waste levels (changeovers)
- Take immediate actions (adjustment) to rectify issues that have a negative impact on quality
- Complete improvement activities prioritized by the Focused Technician to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Support the AM activities (eg tagging, lubricating, deep cleaning, generating OPLs, cell meetings, step audits, board updating, elimination of contamination sources and elimination of hard to access areas)
- Be proactive on the cell/team meetings and bring relevant issues for discussion and provide suggestions for improvement
- Perform 5S audit according to the defined schedule and implement the improvement actions
- Complete EWOs using Quick Kaizen Tools and Techniques within 1 week of breakdown
- Transfer to FT to complete if more advanced Kaizen tools are required
- Look to reduce frequency and time of PM schedules through improvements or loss reduction
- Ensure good quality information on breakdown reports and EWOs are raised as required
- Pro-actively support WCM pillar activities providing feedback and promoting application on the site
- Actively participate in relevant line changes using appropriate project management tools to ensure efficient and successful project management
Maintenance Engineer
Stericycle
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2022.04 - 2023.08
- Delivered day to day preventive and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime and keep plant operations running safely and efficiently.
- Optimized plant availability through structured maintenance programmed aligned with company safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Performed planned and breakdown maintenance, prioritizing tasks using the site defect reporting system in coordination with Shift Supervisors and the Plant Manager.
- Supported the planned maintenance system through accurate electronic record keeping and maintenance documentation.
- Contributed to shutdown planning, capital works preparation, and long-term maintenance scheduling.
- Provided first line breakdown response, resolving defects quickly to protect production continuity and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Monitored plant performance, identifying engineering concerns and escalating issues to supervisors or management when required.
- Coordinated statutory and non-statutory inspections, ensuring compliance and timely repair actions for all plant equipment.
- Reviewed and updated maintenance procedures to improve reliability, safety, and operational consistency.
- Reported unsafe conditions and supported site safety standards through proactive hazard identification.
Maintenance Technician
Ulster Carpets Ltd
Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
2021.05 - 2022.04
- Maintained and repaired textile machinery (yarn twisters, ring twisters, cone winders) across mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
- Used engineering and CAD drawings for fault finding, precision part replacement, and system alignment.
- Conducted electrical troubleshooting and replaced motors, solenoid valves, and photoelectric yarn break sensors.
- Adjusted machine parameters and control settings to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and support stable production.
- Delivered small upgrade projects to replace obsolete components, test system functionality, and improve long term reliability.
- Supported procurement by identifying correct spare parts from technical drawings and coordinating with suppliers.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance OEE, machine reliability, and production output.
- Provided technical support to operators and acted as shift supervisor when required.
Intel Based Officer (Part Time)
Carlisle Support Services
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2021.04 - 2021.07
- Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry
- Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, restraining trespassers
- Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures
Assistant Manager (Part Time)
LALA'S Restaurant
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2017.01 - 2018.12
- Organizing staff shifts and scheduling and providing excellent customer service
- Working with food and drink suppliers
- Following all company policy and procedures regarding dealing with cash, equipment, and property
Mechanical Engineer Trainee
Lahore Pick Up Pvt Ltd Company
Peshawar
2014.09 - 2015.07
- I was reporting directly to the design engineer and initially learned the design specifications and engineering drawings
- I was tasked to learn CAD designing and assist the design engineer in designing the single canopy for Hilux Vigo, regular meetings with the project manager regarding the design completion date
- After, the completion of the design generates the bill of material and communicates the purchasing material with the finance department
- Also, I learned how CNC and Lathe machine operate and manufacture the parts
Education
MSc - Mechanical Engineering
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield 2020.01 - 2021.01
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield 2016.09 - 2019.07
Engineering Foundation - Computing and Science
University Huddersfield
Huddersfield 2016.01 - 2016.09
Skills
1 Digital Systems & Data
- Power Apps
- Power BI
- Microsoft Lists
- SharePoint
- SAP (MM / Procurement / Inventory)
- Coupa (Procurement & Spend Management)
- Data Modelling
- Workflow Automation
- Engineering Drawings
- Technical Documentation
- Machine Maintenance Planning
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Skills
- Machinery Safety Training
- Workplace Health & Safety
- Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Team Management
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Service Excellence
- Operational Strategy & Planning
- Innovation & Technology
Affiliations
- Cricket player Gym trainer
Timeline
Engineering Planner
Unilever
2024.08 - 2026.03
Engineering Planner
Unilever
2024.08 - 2026.03
Shift Engineer
Unilever
2023.08 - 2024.01
Maintenance Engineer
Stericycle
2022.04 - 2023.08
Maintenance Technician
Ulster Carpets Ltd
2021.05 - 2022.04
Intel Based Officer (Part Time)
Carlisle Support Services
2021.04 - 2021.07
MSc - Mechanical Engineering
University of Huddersfield
2020.01 - 2021.01
Assistant Manager (Part Time)
LALA'S Restaurant
2017.01 - 2018.12
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Huddersfield
2016.09 - 2019.07
Engineering Foundation - Computing and Science
University Huddersfield
2016.01 - 2016.09
Mechanical Engineer Trainee
Lahore Pick Up Pvt Ltd Company
2014.09 - 2015.07