Chetan Parkash
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in High Voltage Operation and Maintenance of substations, power transformers, switchgear, and distribution networks (11kV/22kV/33kV). Skilled in safe switching operations, preventive & corrective maintenance, protection system testing, fault diagnosis, and commissioning. Proven expertise in SCADA-based monitoring, HV cable testing and termination, and load management to ensure uninterrupted and reliable power supply. Strong background in HSE compliance, risk assessment, and permit-to-work systems, with the ability to lead teams, train personnel, and coordinate effectively with stakeholders. Dedicated to delivering operational excellence, system reliability, and safety in all aspects of HV electrical engineering.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Electrical Engineer
Enova Facilities Management
Abu Dhabi, UAE
05.2019 - Current
- Operation and maintenance of High Voltage substations (11kV/22k)
- Responsible for safe switching operations of HV equipment including circuit breakers, isolators, transformers, and protection systems.
- Conducted preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of HV electrical assets to ensure reliability and reduce downtime.
- Performed fault diagnosis, root cause analysis, and rectification of HV system failures, ensuring minimal interruption to supply.
- Skilled in protection relay testing, calibration, and coordination to maintain system integrity.
- Supervised and executed cable jointing, termination, and insulation resistance testing for HV power cables.
- Experienced in testing and commissioning of HV switchgear, power transformers, CTs, PTs, and associated protection systems.
- Ensured strict compliance with Lockout-Tagout procedures, and HSE requirements during HV operations.
- Coordinated with stakeholders and contractors for shutdowns, energization approvals, and permit-to-work system for safe execution of works.
- Maintained detailed O&M records, load analysis reports, and asset performance data for reliability assessment.
- Trained and supervised junior engineers and technicians in safe HV operation practices and emergency response procedures.
Electrical Engineer
Sodexo Facilities Management
Abu Dhabi, UAE
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Executed day-to-day operations and emergency maintenance of HV substations (33/11kV distribution network).
- Managed load management, feeder reconfiguration, and outage restoration to ensure uninterrupted supply.
- Carried out transformer maintenance including oil filtration, testing and monitoring of thermal performance.
- Performed switchgear inspections and testing (primary injection, secondary injection, contact resistance measurement, breaker timing tests).
- Experienced in SCADA-based monitoring and remote operation of HV equipment, alarms, and control signals.
- Handled isolation and restoration procedures during scheduled shutdowns and fault conditions.
- Conducted HV and LV protection system testing including overcurrent, earth fault, differential, and distance relays.
- Supervised installation, termination, and testing of XLPE and PILC HV cables.
- Participated in commissioning of new substations ensuring smooth handover.
- Prepared technical reports, maintenance schedules, and failure analysis documentation for management and authority review.
- Supported HSE audits, risk assessments, and safety toolbox talks for high-voltage maintenance activities.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Janardhan Rai Nagar Vidyapeeth University
India 06.2009 - 07.2012
Skills
- High Voltage Operation & Maintenance (11kV / 22kV / 33V)
- Substation Operation & Switching Procedures
- Power Transformer Testing & Maintenance (IR, Winding Resistance, Oil Analysis)
- HV Switchgear & Circuit Breaker Testing (Primary/Secondary Injection, Contact Resistance, Timing Tests)
- Protection System Testing & Relay Coordination (Overcurrent, Earth Fault, Differential, Distance)
- HV Cable Jointing & Termination (XLPE, PILC)
- SCADA Monitoring & Remote Operation
- Preventive, Predictive & Corrective Maintenance strategies
- Fault Diagnosis & Root Cause Analysis of HV equipment and networks
- Testing & Commissioning of Substations (integration into ADDC grid)
- Permit-to-Work System & LOTO Procedures for HV safety compliance
- Load Management & Outage Restoration in distribution networks
- Technical Documentation & Reporting (maintenance logs, asset performance, failure analysis)
- HSE Compliance & Risk Assessment for electrical operations
- Team Leadership & Training (mentoring engineers and technicians in HV safety & operations)
Languages
English
Advanced
Hindi
Native
Certification
IOSH-Managing Safely (Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) Credential ID: 949992
Timeline
Electrical Engineer
Enova Facilities Management
05.2019 - Current
Electrical Engineer
Sodexo Facilities Management
08.2012 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Janardhan Rai Nagar Vidyapeeth University
06.2009 - 07.2012
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