Bashir Waghu
HVAC & MEP Engineer
Mumbai-City,Maharashtra
Summary
- Experienced HVAC &MEP Engineer with a multifaceted background in Quality Inspection, Testing & Commissioning, and Maintenance of MEP Projects (HVAC, Firefighting, Plumbing, Electrical, and BMS systems).
- Proven track record in managing HVAC maintenance in large Government Power and Desalination plants in Saudi Arabia.
- Skilled MEP Inspector with Bureau Veritas, overseeing multi-million dollar Capex and Opex projects in UAE and Saudi Arabia.
- Excellent time management, communication and multitasking abilities.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Air Conditioning Engineer
Self Employed
Mumbai
10.2017 - Current
- Consultant to various, contractors in Mumbai. Plan,Organize and Execute installation, Testing, and Commissioning of HVAC Chillers, VRF units, packaged units, and split units.
- Coordinate with contractors, clients, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues on-site. Reviewed Design drawings and as built drawings.
Field Engineer Inspector MEP
BUREAU VERITAS
ABU DHABI
02.2011 - 06.2017
- Conducted inspections of HVAC systems, plumbing systems, firefighting systems, low voltage Electrical systems, and Building management systems based on international standards and project specifications. Implemented Project Quality Plan (PQP),
- - Approved RFIs (Requests for Inspection), and issued NCRs for non-compliance of contractor work - Coordinated with site contractors,architects and other stake holders. Reviewed IFC drawings, conducted material inspections, and witnessed FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) of equipment.
- Identified Design defects in HVAC , Firefighting and Plumbing systems, Prepared Snag list of unfinished and defective works and coordinated with contractors and stake holders to clear the same
- Inspected, Tested and Commissioned Potable water Pumping station and 10 kms. long offshore HDPE Potable water pipe line to Khalifa port .
- Carried out Condition Monitoring and Technical Due Diligence on prestigious projects such as New York University,St. Regis Resort, Bahawan Logistic Park Oman.
- Reviewed Method statements, ITPs,and OMIMS
Mechanical & HVAC Inspector
Bureau Veritas, KAUST, King Abdullah University
Jeddah
04.2009 - 02.2011
- Inspected Installation,Testing and Commissioning of district cooling system with a capacity of 50,000 tons and associated heat exchangers, AHUs, FAHUs, chilled water piping, instrumentation and control and other accessories.
- Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
- Attended project planning meetings to coordinate mechanical system designs with structural and architecture teams, mitigate design conflicts, and coordinate delivery timelines.
HVAC Maintenance Engineer
Saline Water Conversion Corp, Khobar
Jeddah, Western Province
03.2001 - 03.2009
- Managed corrective and preventive maintenance of HVAC equipment such as Chillers, Packaged units, Rooftop condensing units, and CRAC units for data centers - Organized,Planned and Executed daily maintenance activities, resolved complex technical problems, and implemented innovations and retrofits to enhance efficiency and reduce outages - Supervised new installations and prepared Work scope for contractors. Prepared inventory for all spares and ordered replenishment.
- Worked on improving Staff efficiency by having daily tool box Safety meetings, conducting Presentations and Technical seminars on new developments in HVAC and best maintenance practice and ASHRAE standards.
- Carried out Condensers and Compressors retrofit on 20 roof top Condensing units and Refurbishing them.Thus saving on Replacement cost.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Technical Supervisor
Al Essa & Sons
Jeddah
12.1996 - 08.2000
- Handled after-sales and service of split units, window units, washing machines, gas and electric ovens, and electronic goods - Improved service quality by providing training to technicians, conducting seminars, and addressing customer and bulk dealer concerns, resulting in a 30% increase in sales
HVAC Senior Technician
HVAC Foreman | SWCC, Saline Water Conversion Corp
Yanbu
12.1986 - 11.1996
- Led a team of technicians in the maintenance of HVAC equipment in the plant,such as Reciprocating chillers, rooftop package units, condensing units, walk-in freezers, refrigerators, and water coolers.
- Efficiently Carried out trouble shooting on units and Reduced down time and outage of units.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
M.H. Saboo Siddik College of Engineering
Certificate of Air conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic - undefined
Industrial Training Institute
Skills
Corrective and Preventive Maintenance of HVAC & MEP Systems
Installation, Testing & Commissioning of HVAC/MEP SystemsHeat load calculation of HVAC Systems, Psychrometric charts, Ductulator, and HAP SoftwareMechanical and electrical calculations of pumps, motors, and fansQuality Inspection, knowledge of International standards and implementation (ASHRAE, SMACNA, ASME, NFPA, NEC, UPC, etc)
MS Office, Power Point, Excel, AutoCADCertification
Basic Fire Fighting - Bureau Veritas Group
Timeline
Air Conditioning Engineer
Self Employed
10.2017 - Current
Field Engineer Inspector MEP
BUREAU VERITAS
02.2011 - 06.2017
Mechanical & HVAC Inspector
Bureau Veritas, KAUST, King Abdullah University
04.2009 - 02.2011
HVAC Maintenance Engineer
Saline Water Conversion Corp, Khobar
03.2001 - 03.2009
Technical Supervisor
Al Essa & Sons
12.1996 - 08.2000
HVAC Senior Technician
HVAC Foreman | SWCC, Saline Water Conversion Corp
12.1986 - 11.1996
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
M.H. Saboo Siddik College of Engineering
Certificate of Air conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic - undefined
Industrial Training Institute