Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Areas of expertise
Timeline

Hovig Kapshanian

Thorlabs Montreal
Montreal,Canada
1
Language
1
Certification
15
Years of experience

Dedicated Electrical Engineer Assistant with over 12 years of experience in industrial electric engineering, specializing in troubleshooting and system diagnostics. Proven expertise in identifying root causes of system failures and implementing effective solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Strong time management skills facilitate successful handling of multiple projects while maintaining high-quality standards. Committed to continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering field, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of electrical systems.

Work History

Floating Technician

1 Year 5 Months
Thorlabs Montreal | 03.2025 - Current
  • Operated and maintained precision optical equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of complex systems to identify and resolve technical issues.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement improvements in production processes, enhancing efficiency.
  • Trained junior technicians on equipment operation, safety protocols, and quality control standards.

Electrical Supervisor and PLC Programmer Siemens

11 Years 9 Months
ASCE Group for Rolling Mill and Ball's Production | 03.2013 - 12.2024
  • Achievements / Tasks. Electrical supervisor and PLC programmer Siemens

Electric Operator

2 Years 11 Months
Gesso for Gibs & Perlite production | 09.2009 - 08.2012

Education

Study program - Electronic control bonding

Aleppo, Syria | 01-2004

High school diploma

Aleppo, Syria | 01-2002

Skills

Advanced word processing
Experience with Windows environments
Advanced Excel proficiency
Experienced with Outlook XP functionalities
Presentation design
Online research

Languages

Spoken and written languages: English, French, Arabic, Armenian and Turkish
Professional Working

Certification

  • CCQ certificat de compétence compagnon électricien 2026 Montreal
  • ASP General Health and safety on construction sites 2025 Montreal
  • Siemens Electrical and Mechanical Certificate Training Course Italy/ Milan 2013

Areas of expertise

  • Electrical supervisor and PLC programmer Siemens
  • Ability to program and understand modern PLC systems, especially Siemens programming platforms, to understand and troubleshoot electrical panels and to read schematics.
  • Communicate with customers and other technicians and use standard Microsoft products, and fully understand the modern security features used in machine and safety automation devices
  • Read the work orders to prepare the installation of the machine
  • Load calculation for protection of wires and circuits.
  • Implementation of test features based on Ladder Language and SFC & STL programming languages for use on the final product.
  • Inspect products to ensure specifications are met and to determine if machines should be adjusted ...
  • Install and align components such as gears, chains, guides, dies, knives and / or needles to configure the machinery for use.
  • Repair or replace worn or defective parts or components with hand tools
  • Set the generator output according to the phase, frequency and voltage of electricity supplied to the panels.
  • Use or control power generation equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators and reactors, using control panels or semi-automatic equipment.
  • Electric operator
  • Control various power generation equipment and machinery during normal operations, scheduled maintenance operations and emergency repair procedures.
  • Monitor meters, gauges and control charts to verify operational parameters and adjust distribution, generator output, voltage, and electrical flows in accordance with standard protocols and power system requirements.
  • Use various analog and digital information displays to understand operational performance variables, such as electrical throughput and voltage, and accurately record information in manual logs and computer databases
  • Supervise machine indicators to determine malfunctions or suboptimal performance and initiate appropriate repair procedures as necessary.
  • Start and shut down turbines and other power generation equipment as needed to ensure safe operations
  • Follow all relevant safety protocols and legal codes to ensure the proper operation of the equipment and to minimize the risk of damage to property and personnel.
  • Participate in regular trainings to improve performance, acquire professional licenses and maintain the certifications required by company regulations and government regulations
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with other plant personnel, including managers, engineers, and repair technicians, to encourage teamwork and coordinate tasks.

Timeline

Floating Technician

Thorlabs Montreal
03.2025 - CurrentRead More

Electrical Supervisor and PLC Programmer Siemens

ASCE Group for Rolling Mill and Ball's Production
03.2013 - 12.2024Read More

Electric Operator

Gesso for Gibs & Perlite production
09.2009 - 08.2012Read More

High school diploma
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Study program from Electronic control bonding
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Hovig Kapshanian