Muhammad Arslan Riaz
HUDDERSFIELD,West Yorkshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in project coordination, engineering, and documentation. Demonstrates proficiency in managing electrical infrastructure projects, including HV/LV systems and solar PV installations. Skilled in project tracking, stakeholder engagement, and risk monitoring. Adept at producing technical reports and managing document control processes. Proficient in software tools such as Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, and MATLAB/Simulink. Committed to delivering high-quality results and seeking opportunities to leverage skills in innovative engineering projects.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Electrical Engineer
Hamza Sugar Mills Jetha Bhutta
Khanpur
2020.09 - 2023.09
- Managed transformer engineering projects up to 2000 KVA, coordinating core assembly, bushing connections, oil filtration, and protection relay setup to deliver reliable power solutions.
- Engineered and supervised industrial automation control panels, ensuring system reliability through effective PLC and relay logic troubleshooting.
- Led conveyor system engineering and commissioning, optimising material handling and minimising production downtime.
- Engineered bus-bar systems for main and sub-distribution panels, ensuring efficient load management and power distribution.
- Supervised HV/LV cable installation and termination, reviewing sizing calculations and ensuring compliance with engineering specifications.
- Designed and supervised earthing and grounding systems per IEEE/IEC standards, conducting resistance measurements to mitigate fault risks.
- Led electrical panel maintenance programmes, implementing thermal imaging, torque auditing, and component lifecycle strategies to optimise system performance.
- Developed preventive maintenance strategies based on insulation resistance testing (Megger), analysing data to enhance asset performance.
Electrical Site Engineer
NLC, DHA Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur
2019.08 - 2020.09
- Interpreted and implemented electrical schematics and layout drawings on-site, ensuring alignment with design intent and safety standards.
- Supervised HV and LV cable installation and termination, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications through effective oversight of glanding, lugging, and phase sequencing.
- Supported transformer engineering projects up to 2000 KVA, ensuring proper positioning, bushing connections, and oil level verification to maintain project integrity.
- Designed and supervised earthing and grounding systems per IEEE/IEC standards, overseeing earth pit installation, electrode placement, and resistance measurement.
- Engineered and supervised bus-bar systems in distribution panels, ensuring optimal power distribution and load management.
- Led electrical panel maintenance programmes, including thermal scanning, inspection, and torque auditing to ensure system reliability.
- Executed insulation resistance and continuity testing (Megger) regimes, documenting results to uphold quality assurance and compliance standards.
- Supervised street lighting and pole light installations, including foundation works, pole erection, luminaire mounting, and photocell integration.
Assistant Electrical Engineer
Shawaiz Associate
Lahore
2017.06 - 2019.07
- Specified, installed, and configured critical electrical components, including circuit breakers, timers, relays, and magnetic contactors, to achieve seamless system integration and reliability.
- Engineered motor maintenance and installation programmes for industrial and commercial applications, including fault diagnosis, performance optimisation, and preventive servicing strategies.
- Oversaw capacitor bank installations for power factor improvement projects, monitoring reactive power compensation to enhance overall system efficiency.
- Supervised PVC conduit routing and installation, ensuring compliance with electrical drawings, layout plans, and safety standards while facilitating project timelines.
- Engineered wiring and termination solutions for intercom and card access systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
- Designed and supervised CCTV system installations, including camera positioning, cabling infrastructure, and system testing for security applications.
Electrical Technician
AG Electrical
Kuala Lumpur
2014.08 - 2015.09
- Executed precision wiring for low-voltage systems, ensuring reliable operation of CCTV, intercom, cable TV, and card access controls.
- Worked with single-phase and three-phase power supplies, ensuring correct load balancing and connection standards.
- Performed Distribution Panel (DP) dressing within Sub-Main Distribution Board (SMDB) to improve organisation and safety of electrical infrastructure.
- Installed and secured PVC and iron conduits in compliance with electrical routing and safety standards.
- Installed and aligned cable trays for structured and scalable cable management.
- Handled light fitting installations in residential and commercial setups, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and precise fixture alignment.
Education
B.Sc - Electrical Engineering Technology
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Pakistan 2015.01 - 2019.01
M.Sc - Electronic and Automotive Engineering
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2024.01 - 2025.01
Skills
- Circuit analysis
- Power system analysis
- Electrical infrastructure
- Wiring diagrams creation
- Software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, ETAP, Power World Simulator, MATLAB/Simulink
- Technical reporting
- Project tracking
- Adaptive to technological changes
SELECTED ENGINEERING PROJECTS
MSc Dissertation – Design, control, and simulation of an EV powertrain, Developed and simulated an electric vehicle powertrain model using MATLAB/Simulink, incorporating battery systems, power electronics, and control strategies to evaluate overall system performance and efficiency., Modelled and simulated Li-ion and Solid-State battery cells with SOC estimation and thermal management., Designed PID-based control strategies for optimised charging/discharging., Analysed motor drive performance under dynamic load and driving cycle conditions., Evaluated battery technologies for energy density, cycle life, and thermal stability., Delivered comprehensive simulation results and technical documentation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Full Right to Work in the UK
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Available for UK travel and field deployment activities
- Strong interest in electricity transmission networks, renewable energy, and grid innovation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working across engineering, operations, and field deployment teams
Affiliations
- Badminton
- Driving
Timeline
M.Sc - Electronic and Automotive Engineering
University of Huddersfield
2024.01 - 2025.01
Electrical Engineer
Hamza Sugar Mills Jetha Bhutta
2020.09 - 2023.09
Electrical Site Engineer
NLC, DHA Bahawalpur
2019.08 - 2020.09
Assistant Electrical Engineer
Shawaiz Associate
2017.06 - 2019.07
B.Sc - Electrical Engineering Technology
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
2015.01 - 2019.01
Electrical Technician
AG Electrical
2014.08 - 2015.09