MUHAMMAD ALI FAROOQI
Manchester,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with over 15 years experience specializing in building and energy management systems integration. Expertise in BACnet/IP, Modbus RTU/IP, MQTT, and REST APIs, with strong proficiency in Niagara framework and technologies from Distech, Trend, Siemens, Schneider Electric, and Cylon. Proven ability to implement KNX and DALI protocols while leveraging Docker containers and cloud solutions like Azure and AWS IoT for enhanced connectivity. Focused on advancing cybersecurity architecture within operational technology networking strategies to ensure secure and efficient integration of OT and IT systems.
Overview
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Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Solutions Architect U.K.
Distech Controls, an Acuity Inc. company
2022.09 - 2026.07
- Develop secure, scalable architectures connecting building controls and operational technology with enterprise IT, edge platforms and cloud services.
- Design solutions using BACnet, Modbus, MQTT, REST APIs, Niagara, Docker-based edge services and cloud-enabled applications.
- Led solution architecture engagements, guiding technical pre-sales discussions with stakeholders to align on project objectives.
- Advise consultants, system integrators and end users on interoperability, resilience, cybersecurity, migration strategy and long-term technology roadmaps.
- Collaborated with internal product teams to relay customer feedback and influence technology roadmaps.
- Deliver executive presentations, technical discovery workshops, product demonstrations, proof-of-concepts and customer training.
- Developed comprehensive solutions with Distech Technologies by analysing client specifications to ensure tailored implementations.
- Helped grw UK regional sales year on year.
Project Manager
SSE Enterprise Energy Solutions
2019.05 - 2022.10
- Project Manager for AstraZeneca SPP5 and SPP6, coordinating design, delivery, commissioning, validation and stakeholder activities within regulated pharmaceutical facilities.
- Managed building controls and energy-management projects in healthcare, higher education, care homes and commercial real estate, ensuring compliance and efficiency for projects exceeding £2 million.
- Delivered EMS systems within GAMP 5 and GMP-regulated environments covering cleanrooms, research laboratories, manufacturing areas and critical utilities.
- Led multidisciplinary coordination with customer teams, consultants, validation stakeholders, subcontractors and commissioning engineers from design review through to handover.
- Oversaw commercial performance, programme management, technical risk assessment, change control, quality documentation, and customer reporting to ensure project success and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Authored and managed lifecycle documentation including Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Hardware Design Specifications (HDS), Software Design Specifications (SDS), FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ and PQ records.
- Designed and delivered solutions using Trend, Tridium Niagara and Siemens building technologies.
Projects Manager
JBC Control Systems
2016.10 - 2019.05
- Managed design, procurement, commissioning, and commercial delivery while fostering client relationships using Trend, Tridium Niagara, and Cylon building technologies.
- Guided teams through complex project phases, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client objectives.
- Led multi-site BMS and smart-infrastructure projects across hospitals, universities, colleges, schools, museums and commercial offices.
- Developed system architectures, panel drawings, controls strategies, OT network designs, and third-party integration solutions to optimise project execution.
Projects Engineer
Smart Buildings Ltd
2014.11 - 2016.09
- Developed control strategies, graphics, alarms, trends, and third-party integrations, optimising system performance with BACnet, Modbus and LonWorks.
- Designed and commissioned BMS, lighting-control and energy-management solutions, enhancing operational efficiency for retail, banking, automotive and commercial clients.
- Supported commissioning and project handover, ensuring smooth transitions and effective use of Tridium Niagara and Schneider StruxureWare technologies.
Controls Engineer
Intecho
2012.04 - 2014.10
- Designed and commissioned PLC and lighting-control systems, enhancing automation capabilities using KNX, DALI, WAGO (CODESYS)
- Produced software, technical documentation, and commissioning documentation, ensuring seamless operation for integrated control projects.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Education
MSc - Advanced Control Systems
University of Manchester
BSc - Engineering Sciences
GIK Institute
Skills
- BMS and EMS Integration
- GAMP5 Validated Systems
- BACnet/IP and BACnet/SC
- Modbus RTU/IP
- LonWorks Systems
- KNX Protocols
- DALI Protocols
- MQTT
- REST APIs
- Niagara Framework
- Distech Controls
- Trend Control Systems
- Siemens Solutions
- Schneider Electric Systems
- Cylon Technologies
- Azure Cloud Services
- AWS IoT Solutions
- Docker Containers
- Linux Operating System
- OT Networking Strategies
- Cybersecurity Architecture
Accomplishments
- Pharmaceutical project delivery and validation documentation for AstraZeneca SPP5 and SPP6.
- Healthcare and hospital solution architecture, BMS/EMS design, technical workshops and stakeholder engagement.
- Regulated environment delivery spanning cleanrooms, laboratories, manufacturing areas and critical utilities.
- OT/IT convergence, edge-to-cloud integration and cybersecurity-aligned smart-building architectures.
- Executive customer advisory, consultant engagement, strategic bid support and partner enablement.
Certification
GAMP5, Distech, Trend, Tridium, AWS IoT Foundations
Timeline
Solutions Architect U.K.
Distech Controls, an Acuity Inc. company
2022.09 - 2026.07
Project Manager
SSE Enterprise Energy Solutions
2019.05 - 2022.10
Projects Manager
JBC Control Systems
2016.10 - 2019.05
Projects Engineer
Smart Buildings Ltd
2014.11 - 2016.09
Controls Engineer
Intecho
2012.04 - 2014.10
BSc - Engineering Sciences
GIK Institute
MSc - Advanced Control Systems
University of Manchester