Imran Ahmed Farooqui
Bhopal
Summary
A Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer with over 17 years of comprehensive experience, actively seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in the Maintenance domain preferably in the middle east.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior I&C Engineer
SEPCO3
08.2021 - 04.2025
- As a Senior I&C Engineer for the Taweelah 200 MIGD SWRO project, I reviewed and updated engineering and vendor documentation for installation, commissioning, and system upgrades, supporting third-party drawings and ensuring adherence to standards. I focused on planning and executing routine and corrective maintenance activities in collaboration with NOMAC to optimize plant productivity and reliability. I addressed and closed all DNF issues related to operation and maintenance, including warranty work on DCS systems (Siemens PCS7) and network protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet, Profinet, and HART, troubleshooting communication protocols, and resolving system faults. I maintained the critical instrumentation, including pH, conductivity, turbidity, chlorine, DO, hydrocarbon detectors, F&G systems and SCADA servers. I participated in SAT witness. I managed cybersecurity implementation aligned with IEC 62443 to protect OT systems and participated in technical discussions and training sessions aimed at reducing downtime. I supported procurement activities by providing technical specifications and evaluated vendor proposals. I maintained all client interfaces, including water and power SCADA systems, ensuring seamless integration and operation. Additionally, I supervised maintenance of compressor units, performed troubleshooting, and coordinated system repairs to enhance operational stability. I ensured timely resolution of technical issues, all while supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance team.
I&C Engineer
TAQA-TRANSCO
02.2018 - 06.2021
- As a I&C Engineer, I was responsible for managing troubleshooting and maintaining field instrumentation and control systems across power facilities, pumping stations, hypo chlorination units, remineralization facilities, compressors, and chillers, ensuring optimal operational performance. I addressed and resolved issues related to PROFIBUS DP/PA, HART instruments, Ethernet, and fieldbus networks during commissioning, operations, and shutdown activities, including fault diagnosis and configuration of Siemens PLC, DCS PCS7, and ABB 800xA systems. I managed the maintenance of control valves and actuators, including FCVs and MOVs, and coordinated the upkeep of process analyzers in line with Asset Maintenance Policies. I collaborated closely with line managers, senior operators, schedulers, and LDCs to plan maintenance activities, prepare material requests, and facilitate procurement processes such as ICMRs, RFQs, and contract evaluations. I monitored project status, drafted preventive and corrective maintenance reports, Prepared NCRs and manipulated work orders using ERP to ensure timely completion. I supported system upgrades, modifications, and redesigns to enhance safety, efficiency, and profitability of plant operations, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices. I maintained strong OT cybersecurity measures aligned with IEC 62443 standards.
I&C Engineer
Petrofac Saudi Arabia
04.2016 - 01.2018
- During my tenure as an I&C Engineer, I supported both project and maintenance activities throughout all phases—reviewing and issuing inquiry requisitions, evaluating techno-commercial vendor offers, and checking P&IDs, metering skids, PRS, and bulk material specifications. I engaged in HAZOP meetings, design reviews, SIL studies, and alarm management with clients and cross-disciplinary teams. I coordinated with clients, PMC, consortium partners, subcontractors, and internal teams to integrate requirements into designs and maintenance plans. I supervised deliverables and schedules, oversaw SAT and commissioning of control, safety, and vibration-monitoring systems, and provided onsite maintenance support to avoid downtime. I contributed design input in cross-functional meetings, proactively mitigated technical risks, and ensured adherence to international safety standards.
Consultant - Trainer Instrumentation
CRISP, gtz
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Provided Industrial consultancies & Trainings. Conducted various Industrial training programs in Process Instrumentation & Controls for VAL, JSPL, JPL, BHEL, TRODC, DRDO, Naval Dockyard Mumbai, Adani Mundra Port, BORL Bina, CAI, Sriram Petrochemicals.
- Achievements/Tasks
Instrument Design Engineer
Samsung Engineering
03.2012 - 02.2015
- Throughout my tenure as an Instrument Design Engineer for the Takreer Refinery Carbon Black and Delayed Coker, a major refinery expansion project aimed at producing carbon black and calcined coke, I participated in detailed design engineering & reviews, effectively managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring alignment with project deliverables. I provided engineering expertise on instrument selection, control system integration, coordinating closely with senior design engineers, clients, and functional managers to meet technical requirements. I developed P&IDs, PFDs, and instrument datasheets, I/O lists, control and safety valve sizing, cable tray sizing, Level sketches, Instrument Air consumptions, electrical-Instrument interface drawings and prepared related comprehensive technical documentation ensuring all work adhered to project scope and quality standards. I addressed technical challenges such as wiring issues with PLC and DCS systems by liaising with vendors and coordinating across disciplines to resolve problems efficiently. I maintained a structured communication plan to facilitate effective information flow among stakeholders, ensuring project milestones were achieved on schedule, within scope, and in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Achievements/Tasks
- Project: Carbon Black and Delayed Coker Expansion Project, Takreer Refinery Abu Dhabi
Senior E&I Engineer
Power China
09.2025 - Current
Project Engineer
Dynamic Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
12.2008 - 12.2011
- Reviewed project specifications, material specifications, P&IDs, area classification drawings, and layouts for instrumentation and Fire & Gas detectors. Developed and validated Instrument Index and I/O Point Database, and prepared technical specifications and datasheets for field instruments such as flow elements, safety valves, transmitters, temperature elements, and gauges. Prepared cable schedules, junction box schedules, and bills of materials for junction boxes, cable glands, plugs, trays, ducts, tubes, and fittings, electrical and instrumentation interfaces, level sketches review for mother unit CDU, Cryogenic Nitrogen plant, Instrument Air Dryers, ETP utilizing SPI module software. Evaluated vendor quotations, prepared technical queries, and recommended the most suitable vendors based on technical compliance. Ensured design adherence to industry standards, project specifications, and safety protocols, including key codes like ISA, IEC, API, ASME, ANSI, ISO, and IEEE. Coordinated system integration, verification, and commissioning activities to ensure seamless operation and project success. Additionally Performed installation, testing, and commissioning of PLC systems from Allen Bradley, ABB, Siemens, and GE FANUC, including ESD systems, configuring control loops, and conducting loop checks.
- Achievements/Tasks
Maintenance Engineer
SAPAC
11.2006 - 06.2008
- Gained experience in maintenance of Process plant and Water pumping stations under EPC team, Loop testing and calibration of all type of Field Instruments, review of P&IDs, PFDs and vendor drawings. Supervising the maintenance team. Steered job allocation, man power planning, skill evaluation for the maintenance team and instrumental in mentoring the team members, Planning and coordination with purchase department. Maintained the spare management system by overseeing the procurement of supplies and equipment necessary for the operations work area, Troubleshooting activities of field instrumentation, PLC, SCADA & MCC.
- Achievements/Tasks
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - E&I
Bansal Institute of Science & Technology, RGPV
Bansal Institute Of Science & Technology07.2006
Skills
- I&C Maintenance Management
- Preventive & Corrective I&C Maintenance
- Shutdown & Maintenance
- Technical Support & Coordination
- Fault Findings & Troubleshooting
- Procurement Support & technical clarifications
- Control System Network troubleshooting
- Material Requisitions
- Organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- HAZOP & SIL Study
- PLC & ESD(SIS) packages
- I&C Method Statements
- DCS, ESD, PLC, SCADA (Siemens, ABB, Allen Bradley, Emerson DeltaV, GE Fanuc)
- Walkdown & Inspections
- Root Cause Analysis
- Material Inspection
- Installation, Testing & Commissioning
- Industry Standard Compliance
- Proficient in Data Analysis & ERP Workflow (SAP & Maximo)
- Team Building
- PP, O&G, Desalination, STP, Water Networks
- SIEMENS PCS7 DCS V90, WinCC SCADA, Step7 S7 300 & 400 PLC, ABB 800xA DCS, Emerson Delta-V, Allen Bradley’s RSLogix 5000 & GE FANUC PLCs, ESD SIS
- Industry Standards: IEC61131, IEC 62443, ISA 51, 54, 55, 584, 182/62682, 62337, API 520, 521, 526, 598, ASME, ANSI/NACE MR 0175, 0103, S20, ISO 17495, IEC 60079, BS standards etc
Certification
- Field Instrumentation For process Control, Yokogawa India Ltd., Bangalore
- Certified Control & safety system engineer(CCSE), ABB 800xA
- Advanced Process Control & Safety Instrumented Systems SIS, Udemy WR Training
LANGUAGES
English Full Professional Proficiency
Arabic Limited Working Proficiency
Hindi Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Timeline
Senior E&I Engineer
Power China
09.2025 - Current
Senior I&C Engineer
SEPCO3
08.2021 - 04.2025
I&C Engineer
TAQA-TRANSCO
02.2018 - 06.2021
I&C Engineer
Petrofac Saudi Arabia
04.2016 - 01.2018
Consultant - Trainer Instrumentation
CRISP, gtz
05.2015 - 02.2016
Instrument Design Engineer
Samsung Engineering
03.2012 - 02.2015
Project Engineer
Dynamic Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
12.2008 - 12.2011
Maintenance Engineer
SAPAC
11.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - E&I
Bansal Institute of Science & Technology, RGPV
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Father's Name : Mr. S. M. Farooqui
- Date of Birth : 19th August, 1982
- Marital Status : Married
- Nationality : Indian
- Passport No. : Z3650912,
- Driving License : UAE (2475141)
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