Hi, I’m
Amro Atiyeh, P.Eng.
Ontario,Mississauga
Summary
Experienced Professional Process Automation Engineer accomplished in completing water and wastewater design and construction projects, efficiently and cost-effectively. Over 6 years of progressive experience as a knowledgeable process automation control engineer and talented construction management leader. Organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated individual with history of meeting client goals and expectations utilizing consistent and organized practices and standards. Talented Automation Specialist well-versed in City of Toronto water and wastewater processes and needs including PCS standards. Team Leader experienced in directing activities in project design and construction setting. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. Creative problem solving with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
WSP CanadaThornhill, ON
Process Automation Engineer, I&C, P.Eng
11.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Process Automation Engineer for various pumping station design following Client standard and code requirement such as PCS standard, NFPA 820, CSA, ISA standards and Electrical Safety code.
- Responsible for instrumentation and control design package including, process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), network architecture design, Intrinsically safe barriers (ISB) schematics, Instrument wiring, Loop wiring diagrams, panel layout, power distribution and location drawings.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Responsible for instrument selection and creating specification meeting project requirements and client standard.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Conducted Site inspections on ongoing projects during construction.
- Coordinated presentations for customers and project members to detail project scope, progress and results.
- Conducted Pre site acceptance testing (Pre-SAT) to ensure project scope delivery and equipment functionality prior to site acceptance testing (SAT).
- Coordinated construction work activities with contractors and design team.
- Reviewed shop drawings for (Remote Processing Unit panel, Communication panel, Instruments, Generators, motorized valves and Automatic Transfer Switch) to meeting City of Toronto standard and PCS standard.
- Responded to Request for Information (RFI) submitted by contractors during construction phase of projects.
- Created control schematics for wet well backup control, valve schematics, gas detection and pump schematics.
- Project coordinator and project manager assistance in preparing Request for Quotation (RFQ), minutes of meetings, reviewing project budget and construction schedule.
- Achieved management recognition by automating and implementing digitalized project delivery approach.
- Maximized productivity by analyzing protocols and identifying areas for improvement.
WSP CanadaThornhill, ON
Instrumentation and Control Engineer, EIT
04.2016 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Participated in design specification review meetings, coordinating with inter-departmental teams to align ongoing efforts and overall business goals.
- Communicated complex technical specifications to non-technical people in easily comprehensible formats.
- Drafted full piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) documents for use in water and wastewater Industry such as water and wastewater pumping stations.
- Developed functional design specifications for instruments and equipment.
- Created process controls Narrative (PCN) for use in Pumping station design for water and wastewater.
- Created and strengthened testing procedures to enhance quality controls.
- Automated Loop wiring diagrams using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Conducted condition assessment for over 200 PLC control panels inspecting panel hardware and deviation from standard.
- Managed over 30 projects for Nestle plant as part of their machine guarding project.
- Coordinated and Site inspected over 30 locations of City of Toronto valve chambers as part of valve automation project.
Renteknik Group Inc.Burlington, ON
Junior Energy Efficiency Specialist
05.2015 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Conducted over 40 site visits for purpose of visual inspections of Chilled water systems, scoping studies, collecting relevant data, sketching drawings for existing system and performing tests and simulations.
- Provided written reports with detailed analysis on system's energy consumption, recommendations for energy optimization and improving system's performance.
- Developed Mechanical and Electrical Visio drawings.
- Performed on site design validation and installed monitoring equipment on over 40 Chilled water systems.
- Specialized in analyzing utility data, energy consumption and Chilled water system's components and performance including ( VFD/Constant volume Pumps, Heat exchangers, Cooling Towers, Compressors, Condensers, Evaporators and Pipe lines).
Education
McMaster UniversityHamilton, ON
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) from Electrical Engineering
05.2015
University Overview
- PEO Accreditation # 100515146
Humber CollegeToronto, ON
Certificate of Completion from PLC Programming 1
02.2017
Humber CollegeToronto, ON
Certificate of Completion from HMI Programming
02.2018
Pre-Apprenticeship Training InstituteCambridge, Toronto
Certificate of Completion from Construction And Maintenance Electrician
2019
University Overview
- Awarded Leadership Award
Skills
- Project Management
- Toronto Water Process Control Systems (PCS) Standards
- Codes and standards (CSA, NFPA 820, OESC and ISA)
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Pumping Stations Design
- Work Management System (WMS)
- Enterprise Tagging Management System (ETMS)
- Process and Automation Control Design
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- Factory/Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT)
- Security Systems, Access Control and CCTV Design
- CAD and Revit Drawings
- Valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License
Timeline
Process Automation Engineer, I&C, P.Eng
WSP Canada
11.2021 - Current
Instrumentation and Control Engineer, EIT
WSP Canada
04.2016 - 11.2021
Junior Energy Efficiency Specialist
Renteknik Group Inc.
05.2015 - 11.2015
McMaster University
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) from Electrical Engineering
Humber College
Certificate of Completion from PLC Programming 1
Humber College
Certificate of Completion from HMI Programming
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Institute
Certificate of Completion from Construction And Maintenance Electrician
Relevant projects
1- Group 2 - Foreman Upgrade
2- Group 5 - SPS Rehab & Upgrades (PVM, PRR, PSK, PST and PBG)
3- Group 6 - SPS Rehab & Upgrades (PKP, POM, PWN, PBP, POM, PHP and PHB)
4- Group 7 - SPS & SWPS Rehab & Upgrades ( PTD, PHA, PRX, PIT, PBL, PMG, CKW & CMC)
5- Valve Automation Upgrade (SYPs, Isolation Valves, Bypass and PRV)
6- Humber WWTP Security Upgrades