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Syed Bukhari

London

Summary

Highly motivated electrical controls engineer with eight years of experience in designing, developing, integrating, commissioning and maintaining various electrical control systems. Proven track record in catering for continuous maintenance, troubleshooting and overall system’s hardware and software improvements. Efficient in administrative tasks, cross-functional collaboration and ensuring safety compliance across the board.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Controls Engineer

iACS
01.2018 - Current
  • Spearheading the continuous development of innovative control solutions using various platforms including Honeywell Niagara, Carel (c
  • Suite and 1tool)
  • Engaged in end-to-end software development, testing and commissioning for industrial control equipment including smoke extract system, air handling units, chillers, fan coil units, heat recovery and building supervisory systems using Main point of contact for performing maintenance and root cause analyses of the control equipment and field devices both for in house employees and customers
  • Leading the development for the human machine interface (HMI) to streamline machine operations for new solutions and enhance the existing ones by taking into account end-user feedback
  • To keep our control solutions in line with the latest technology trends, solely responsible for steering both new and existing control systems towards a user-centric, app-based experience
  • Heading commissioning activities nationwide including comprehensive software-hardware checks on control system equipment and on-site client demonstrations
  • Developed software for Virgin Media using Carel PLC (cPCO), optimizing cooling systems in data centres by going through entire project lifecycle, collaborating closely with client to understand their requirements and delivering within specified timelines
  • Rectified numerous bugs and integrated necessary addons into standard applications for industrial automation equipment
  • Ensured continuous alignment of our software solutions with cutting-edge technology advancements and client expectations
  • Collaborated closely with control system equipment manufacturers, facilitating essential upgrades through detailed feedback and recommendations
  • Attained expert proficiency in Modbus, BACnet, fox and various other serial communication protocols
  • Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of field devices including energy valves, expansion valves, PIC valves, actuators, pressure sensors, temperature sensors, humidity sensors, co2 sensor, variable frequency drivers, humidifiers, dx cooling and illustrated proficiency in connecting these devices to PLCs via 0 to 10Vdc, 4 to 20mA, NTC, VFC, and various serial communication methods
  • Produced control wiring diagrams using Eplan for control panels, customizing them to meet diverse application requirements and client specifications
  • Conducted comprehensive training sessions for in-house employees and customers, imparting in-depth knowledge of our cutting-edge solutions
  • Consistently enhancing and retrofitting existing control solutions to elevate performance and meet evolving technical standards
  • Responsible for producing details electrical design schematics for controls solution using EPLAN.

Controls Engineer

CNS Engineering
02.2015 - 09.2016
  • Designed, developed, and implemented hvac control systems including fan coil units, and Smart Thermostats utilizing Schneider Electric Automation servers and B3 IA series PLCs
  • Successfully integrated Smart Parking Guidance Systems, Lighting Control Systems, Smoke Management System, and Public Address System into a cohesive supervisory system, leveraging Schneider Electric Automation Hub
  • Programmed B3 series and IA series (MNB 300) PLCs for fan coil units, employing structured text ST
  • Developed software applications for IP-based IA series MNB1000 PLCs for controlling air handling units, utilizing function block diagrams on schneider electric's software development platform - Tech Tool
  • Seamlessly integrated all MNB1000 controllers into the Ethernet port of the Automation Hub via existing networking infrastructure
  • Contributed to the development of cutting-edge software for the Automation Hub, facilitating seamless integration of all field PLCs through diverse communication channels, including serial communication (Modbus, Master/Slave, LON), and TCP/IP.

Education

MSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

London South Bank University

BSc Computer Engineering - Embedded Systems

COMSATS Institute of Information and Technology

Skills

  • Siemens PLC Jace 8000
  • Carel PLC PCO, cPCO Sistema, Boss
  • Schneider Electric IA series Controllers & AS
  • Rockwell design suite
  • ABB variable frequency drivers
  • Programming (FBD, ST, Ladder)
  • Serial communication protocols
  • Networking(Routing/Switching)
  • Field Devices
  • Linux
  • C
  • In-house trainings/user demonstrations

Certification

  • Honeywell Niagara TCP
  • Carel 1Tool
  • Carel c.Suite
  • Biamp Vocia (Vocia Dubai)
  • Cloud Essentials AWS
  • KNX
  • Eplan

Timeline

Senior Controls Engineer

iACS
01.2018 - Current

Controls Engineer

CNS Engineering
02.2015 - 09.2016

MSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

London South Bank University

BSc Computer Engineering - Embedded Systems

COMSATS Institute of Information and Technology
Syed Bukhari