MUHAMMAD ASLAM. K. A

Yokogawa On Site Resident Support Engineer-Al Dhafra petroleum (HALIBA)

• Achieved customer satisfaction with timely resolution of technical issues and clear communication.
• Established strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional service, leading to repeat business and referrals.
• Scheduled and implemented maintenance activities for ICSS Systems.
• Implemented preventative maintenance programs, reducing system failures.
• Streamlined service processes for improved efficiency and reduced downtime in critical systems.
• Resolved customer complaints in prompt, polite and professional approach.
• Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
• Corrective engineering or modifications on DCS / SIS hardware and software.
• First line of technical assistance for other products and solutions installed at site like OTS, ALMS and APMS
• System Performance enhancement consultations
• Escalation of concerns and problems to regional and local offices
• Maintaining backups of System Databases, Patch management and upgrades
• Second Level support to Company Engineers for their routine system related jobs
• Periodic review of system health and update system with latest available patches and bug fixes
• Modifications such as addition or deletions in control loops, sequences and ESD logics upon approved engineering documents in related MOC packages
• Participate in RCAs related to control systems and provide evidences based on Sequence of Events, Alarm History and Trends
• Maintaining the current service contracts by achieving customer satisfaction
• Support company for any events of planned and unplanned/ routine or downtime activities 24x7
• Remote assistance to company engineers by identifying the technical issues and providing solutions

Projects:

• Deep Tunnel Project-Dubai Municipality, Dubai, U.A.E
• Ruwais Refinery West -CBDC Project (ADNOC), Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
• Sharjah National Oil company (SNOC), Sharjah, U.A.E
• ADNOC onshore (ASAB, HABSHAN5,BAB), Abudhabi, U.A.E

KeyRoles:

• Performed site modifications on existing configuration as software, hardware and graphics modifications
• Ensured functionality check of DCS Logics, Sequence and Dynamic Graphics
• Troubleshot complex issues within distributed control systems, quickly resolving challenges to minimize operational disruptions.
• Executed Yokogawa PRM (Plant Resource Manager) Configuration
• Executed site surveys for site modification projects
• Periodic maintenance support as a part of AMC
• Managed Modbus Communication in the DCS (UGS2), received from the subsystem vendor
• Managed different types of communication protocol like Modbus, Profibus, IEC68510
• Troubleshoot problems related to network, system hardware, system software configurations, and consolidated alarm management system
• Provided technical expertise during the commissioning phase of new projects, ensuring smooth startup and optimal performance of control systems.
• Improved system efficiency with meticulous calibration and maintenance of DCS hardware and software components.
• Enhanced plant safety by conducting thorough DCS risk assessments and addressing potential hazards.
• .Established robust backup plans and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to production in the event of system failures or unexpected events.
• Performed periodic testing of all networks and systems.
• Resolved customer complaints in prompt, polite and professional approach.
• Reviewed technical documentation to complete system maintenance and repair.

• Provided technical support to team involving system architecture and project management
• Monitored project safety programs, assuring contractor adherence to its approved safety plans as well as contractual requirements
• Analysed progress against approved schedules and project quality standards and ensured safety regulations are met
• Contributed in engineering review activity for projects periodically to identify gaps and decide corrective actions to ensure on time delivery
• Maintained proactive relationship with contractor’s quality and supervisory staff to facilitate in accordance with procedures and the necessary corrective action by the contractor
• Optimized workflows by identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to drive efficiency.
• Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality projects, resulting from effective resource allocation.

• Provided engineering support in areas of designing Distributed Control System (DCS) as per project requirements
• Developed control system implementation procedures and installed & tested control system
• Examined Input Output Database (IODB) received from customer (EPC, End User) and understood scope of DCS engineering
• Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
• Resolved complex technical issues through effective problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis.
• Provided expert support for end-users, ensuring optimal system performance and user satisfaction.
• Created comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing among team members.
• Managed mass generation of the control loops using the Yokogawa Global Engineering Tool (YGET)
• Performed detailed study and programming complex process logics as per requirement of customer in Centum VP Yokogawa DCS System
• Raised RFI (Request for information) to customer about IODB, control narratives, other design input documents received
• Clarified doubts and implemented it as per the changes requested during the control system design stages
• Prepared project documentation related to DCS application software that include configuration guidelines, loop specifications, control drawing docs, DCS logic docs and graphics printout
• Executed Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Site Acceptance Test (SAT)
• Configured modbus address mapping list in the DCS, received from the subsystem vendor
• Guided Graphics Development Team to design process graphics by explaining the DCS scope in the P&ID and submitted graphics developed to customer to review graphics and implement any changes depending on their feedback received
• Conducted Integrated Tests (IFAT)
• Administered to FCS database splitting to different database
• Reviewed process control narratives received from customer and understood scope of application logics to be developed in DCS
• Managed the configuration of FF instruments in DCS Fieldbus builder and establishing communication between the Fieldbus devices and the DCS
• Performed Yokogawa PRM (Plant Resource Manager) Configuration
• Developed HMI Functional Design Specification for customer approval
• Established Communication with Triconex ESD and F&G Systems using Modbus Protocol
• Converted: Centum CS-3000 to Centum VP, CS-3000 Graphics to Centum VP and Modifications

• Performed scheduled and planned installation and maintenance duties.
• Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
• Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.
• Provided technical support to team members during complex troubleshooting efforts, sharing expertise when necessary to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• Interpreted equipment manuals and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations, and installations.
• Calibrated combustion controls to meet appropriate safety standards.
• Improved overall system performance by carefully analyzing data from various instruments and making appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Supported project completion deadlines through efficient scheduling and management of multiple concurrent tasks.
• Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
• Developed strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers, fostering collaboration for timely procurement of necessary instrumentation equipment and parts.
• Played a key role in the commissioning and decommissioning of instrumentation systems, ensuring a smooth transition between project stages.
• Wrote detailed service reports and maintained organized records of service actions.