Vivek Vijayan
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Electrical & Project Engineering professional with 10+ years of experience across utility power distribution (FEWA & DEWA) and high-care industrial facilities (EKFC). Strong expertise in 132kV / 33kV / 11kV / 0.44kV systems, substations, HT/LT cables, testing & commissioning, and fault restoration. Proven in project execution, contractor supervision, SAP/BMS systems, RCA, and safety-critical operations, consistently delivering reliable systems with full regulatory compliance and minimal downtime.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Technical Project & Maintenance Engineer
Emirates flight and Catering Dubai
Dubai, UAE
2024.01 - 2026.02
- Lead engineering maintenance and capital project execution across high-care and low-care food production facilities, ensuring zero food safety compromise and continuous operations.
- Plan, supervise, and execute electrical, mechanical, and MEP works including installation, refurbishment, and system upgrades.
- Manage breakdown maintenance, RCA, and reliability improvement for critical food production equipment (cook lines, conveyors, chillers, dishwashers, ice machines, CIP systems).
- Conduct Failure Analysis & Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement preventive and corrective actions to reduce downtime and production loss.
- Oversee contractors and vendors, ensuring compliance with EKFC standards, HACCP, DCD, and international safety codes.
- Prepare technical evaluations, BOQs, scope of work (SOW), cost comparisons, and justification reports for procurement and management approvals.
- Ensure equipment commissioning, testing, inspection, and handover with proper documentation and operational sign-off.
- Act as ERP Coordinator & Mobility Team Leader, managing work orders, asset data, breakdown records, and reporting.
- Lead and supervise multidisciplinary teams (10-50 manpower) including Supervisor, technicians, contractors, and OEM service teams.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for improved machine longevity.
- Ensured optimal machine performance with regular maintenance and calibration.
- Managed stock control of spare parts to ensure minimal operational disruptions.
- Maintain high safety standards, ensuring zero lost-time incidents and adherence to EKFC & BSC Level-2 safety requirements.
Assistant Engineer-Project & Engineering
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
Dubai, UAE
2019.01 - 2024.01
- Executed end-to-end 11kV distribution network projects including design review, installation, testing and commissioning.
- Conducted Single Line Diagram (SLD) studies, load calculations, and network expansion planning.
- Performed voltage drop analysis, short circuit calculations, protection coordination, and power factor improvement studies.
- Managed installation of power transformers, RMUs, 11kV switchgear, kiosks, feeder pillars, and underground cable systems (XLPE).
- Collaborated with team members to meet strict deadlines.
- Ensured project completion by assisting senior engineers in design and implementation phases.
- Supervised cable laying, jointing, termination, IR testing, VLF testing, and commissioning of 11kV feeders.
- Coordinated with DEWA Protection & Operations teams for safe energize and system integration.
- Prepared technical evaluations, BOQs, cost estimates, project schedules, and material submittals.
- Processed project documentation and asset updates through SAP ERP system.
- Ensured strict compliance with DEWA technical standards, earthing requirements, and electrical safety regulations.
- Conducted site inspections, contractor supervision, and quality audits to ensure adherence to approved drawings and specifications.
- Streamlined workflow processes for optimal performance.
- Assisted with planning and execution of diverse engineering projects, managing scope and milestones to support completion.
Project Supervisor
Federal Electricity and Water Authority
Ras al-Khaimah, UAE
2015.01 - 2019.01
- Supervised execution of power distribution and substation projects across 132kV, 33kV, 11kV, and 0.44kV networks.
- Managed HT & LT cable laying, jointing, termination, testing, and commissioning (up to 630 sq.mm Cu & XLPE Al cables).
- Coordinated installation and commissioning of power transformers, RMUs, GIS/AIS switchgear, feeder panels, and protection systems.
- Conducted and witnessed high-voltage testing including HIPOT, VLF, IR, and sheath testing prior to system energization.
- Supervised erection and testing of 11kV panels within 33/11kV substations.
- Led fault identification, power restoration, and emergency breakdown maintenance in substations and distribution feeders.
- Ensured compliance with FEWA standards, utility regulations, earthing systems, and electrical safety procedures.
- Coordinated with utility control room and O&M teams for shutdown planning, isolation, energization, and final handover.
- Verified contractor activities, material approvals, and site quality inspections as per approved drawings and BOQs.
Project Supervisor
Vasantha Construction Engineering Contractor
Udumalpet
2014.01 - 2015.01
- Assisted in testing and commissioning of VCBs, lightning arrestors, earth switches, control and protection panels.
- Supported testing of ABB distance and auxiliary relays using OMICRON test kits.
- Participated in substation shutdown works, ensuring on-time completion.
- Assisted with relay settings and protection coordination (PSM curves, site data).
- Carried out internal wiring for SCADA, annunciation, and event logger panels.
- Verified protection and control panel drawings for accuracy against design documents.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Electrical And Electronic Engineering
Jasons Institute of Technology
Coimbatore, India 2011.04 - 2014.04
Diploma-EEE - Electrical And Electronic
Kongu Polytechnic College
Perundurai, India 2009.04 - 2011.04
Skills
- Utility power distribution (132kV / 33kV / 11kV / 044kV) & substation projects
- HT & LT cable laying, jointing, termination & commissioning (up to 630 sqmm Cu / XLPE Al)
- Transformers, RMUs, GIS/AIS switchgear & protection systems
- High-voltage testing (HIPOT, VLF, IR, sheath testing)
- Single Line Diagram (SLD) review, load calculation & system analysis
- Voltage drop, short-circuit & power factor studies
- Fault finding, breakdown maintenance & emergency power restoration
- Capital project execution, contractor supervision & technical evaluation
- BOQ preparation, cost estimation & SAP ERP documentation
- BMS installation, facility engineering & high-care food production systems
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA), reliability improvement & downtime reduction
- DEWA / FEWA compliance, safety standards & permit-to-work systems
Accomplishments
- Recognized by Dubai Police for outstanding contribution to the EXPO Project.
- Appreciation from Dubai Electricity for exceptional performance in distribution network projects.
- Lean Six Sigma Award for process improvement on the Omelette Machine project, reducing cleaning time and increasing production efficiency.
- NJAM Award for successful execution of service void refurbishment projects.
- Successfully implemented a BMS system in EKFC-DWC Facility, enhancing automation and operational efficiency.
- Excelled as SAP Coordinator and Team Leader for SAP-to-Mobility Integration, streamlining workflows and digital transformation.
- Microsoft Certified in SAP-ERP & MS Excel, showcasing expertise in enterprise resource planning and data management.
- BSC-Level 2 Safety Certificate, demonstrating commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
Hindi
Intermediate
Tamil
Native
Malayalam
Fluent
Project Summary
EKFC – Food Production & Facility Projects
- Installed and commissioned BMS system for automated monitoring and facility control.
- Executed power distribution modifications, load balancing, and fault rectifications for critical production equipment.
- Designed and installed stainless steel gratings & HDPE drainage systems, and constructed equipment transfer ramps in high-care areas.
- Led Lean Six Sigma project on omelette machines, reducing cleaning time and increasing output by ~1500 units/day.
- Managed refurbishment and preventive maintenance of condensers, chillers, conveyors, crimping machines, and hydraulic systems.
- Executed CIP system optimization and energy/power utilization assessment for multiple machines.
- Oversaw deep cleaning recovery, post-clean commissioning, and emergency repairs, achieving zero production downtime.
- Refurbished ducting systems, MDF skirting, admin facilities, and implemented dust control and hygiene compliance measures.
DEWA – 11kV Distribution Network Projects
- Conducted SLD studies, load calculations, voltage drop, short-circuit, and power factor analysis.
- Managed installation, testing, and commissioning of 11/0.44kV and 33/11kV substations, RMUs, transformers, and switchgear.
- Executed overhead line to underground XLPE cable conversions and feeder network reinforcement.
- Performed high-voltage testing (HIPOT, IR, VLF, sheath testing) and prepared BOQs, SAP documentation, and asset registration.
- Led network reliability improvement projects and ensured compliance with DEWA protection and safety standards.
FEWA – Distribution & Substation Projects
- Supervised HT/LT cable laying, jointing, and termination (up to 630 sq.mm Cu / XLPE Al) in compliance with FEWA specifications.
- Managed installation, erection, and commissioning of 33/11kV and 11/0.44kV substations, GIS panels, and protection systems.
- Led fault finding, power restoration, and emergency maintenance of 132/33/11/6.6kV networks.
- Supervised cable jointing, control panel diagnostics, feeder optimization, and substation upgrades.
- Coordinated contractor teams, material inspections, and site QA/QC for multiple distribution reinforcement projects.
Additional Key Projects & Achievements Across Roles
- Automatic Bag Sealer Area: End-to-end infrastructure and drainage project in high-care zone.
- OHL Cancellation Projects: Converted overhead 11kV lines to underground XLPE networks, improving reliability.
- Conveyor & Production Line Upgrades: Refurbished and optimized conveyors, crimping, and hydraulic systems in EKFC.
- Energy Efficiency Projects: Power load assessments and optimization for production equipment.
- Digital Transformation Projects: SAP-to-Mobility integration, preventive maintenance program automation, and data-driven reporting.
Key Strengths Across Projects:
- End-to-end project execution: feasibility, design, installation, commissioning, handover
- Substation & power distribution expertise: 132kV / 33kV / 11kV / 0.44kV
- HT/LT cable systems, high-voltage testing, protection, and emergency restoration
- Reliability improvement, downtime reduction, and Lean process optimization
- SAP ERP, BMS integration, technical documentation, and compliance with DEWA/FEWA/HACCP standards
Timeline
Technical Project & Maintenance Engineer
Emirates flight and Catering Dubai
2024.01 - 2026.02
Assistant Engineer-Project & Engineering
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
2019.01 - 2024.01
Project Supervisor
Federal Electricity and Water Authority
2015.01 - 2019.01
Project Supervisor
Vasantha Construction Engineering Contractor
2014.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor Degree - Electrical And Electronic Engineering
Jasons Institute of Technology
2011.04 - 2014.04
Diploma-EEE - Electrical And Electronic
Kongu Polytechnic College
2009.04 - 2011.04