Sebastian Varghese
Calgary,AB
Summary
ABSA-certified 4th Class Power Engineer with over 3 years of experience in boiler operations, HVAC systems, building operations, and refrigeration. Proven expertise in troubleshooting and optimizing mechanical systems while ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Also skilled as an Electrical Engineer, with practical experience in enhancing electrical systems in industrial environments. Currently seeking a position where skills can effectively support operational goals while progressing toward 3rd Class certification.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power engineer student Operator
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Operated firetube and water tube boilers, steam turbines, refrigeration and chiller systems, air compressors, and other balance of plant (BOP) systems
- Applied theoretical knowledge in industrial settings, gaining hands-on experience with industry-grade systems, enhancing understanding of power engineering and safety protocols
- Managed high-pressure steam systems, ensuring safe operation of boilers with pressures up to 1000 KPa, and prepared shift logs and boiler operation reports
- Assisted in safety lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance, maintaining adherence to industrial safety standards
- Supported troubleshooting and maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration systems, including ammonia and glycol units
- Optimized boiler operations for power generation, conducting performance tests and identifying improvement areas
Electrical Engineer
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained and monitored electrical systems in the refinery, ensuring continuous operation of motors, control panels, and power distribution systems, with a focus on troubleshooting electrical faults to minimize downtime
- Installed and maintained transformers and substations, performing regular inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure high-voltage equipment reliability
- Collaborated with process control teams to integrate electrical systems with refinery automation, gaining hands-on experience with PLCs and SCADA systems
- Assisted in designing and implementing electrical safety protocols, conducting safety audits, and ensuring compliance with national and international standards in hazardous oil and gas environments
- Supported the commissioning of electrical installations, developing skills in testing, calibration, and quality assurance to meet operational specifications
- Achieved project milestones by minimizing costs, optimizing resources, and completing the revamping project ahead of schedule, while maintaining a commitment to integrity
Machine Maintenance Technician
S.F.O Technologies Pvt. Limited
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Supported the implementation of a preventative maintenance (PM) program, ensuring deficiencies are addressed and documented
- Performed maintenance and calibration of SMT, AOI, Wave Soldering, and Pick N Place machines, focusing on both preventive and breakdown tasks
Education
Power Engineering Technology -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, AB08.2024
Electrical & Electronics Engineering -
Government Polytechnic college
Kalamassery, Kerala05.2019
Skills
- Mechanical systems
- Electrical systems
- Building systems
- Power tools
- HVAC
- Pneumatic systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Boilers
- Chillers
- Generators
- Pumps
- Valves
- Fans
- Microsoft Office
- AutoCAD
- PID drawings
- Blueprints
- Design analysis
- BAS systems
- DCS systems
- Work order life cycle management
- CMMS
- Operational reports
- ASME Codes
- CSA B51/B52
- PFD interpretation
- GAD interpretation
- Piping Isometric Drawings interpretation
- SCADA systems
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Standardized testing
- Chemical concentration adjustment
- Mechanical aptitude
- Regulatory compliance
- Seasonal maintenance
- Forklift operation
- Safe Work Permits
- First Aid
- CPR training
- PPE knowledge
- H2S safety protocols
- Confined space entry procedures
- Working at height regulations
- Management skills in safety-focused environments
Certification
- ABSA 4th class Power Engineer’s ticket
- Alberta valid Class 5 Driver’s license with clean abstract
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information (WHMIS) 2015
- BOSCH Rexroth Industrial Training in Automation Technology
- ILO Electrical Maintenance & Domestic Appliances
References
- Mr. David Kinasevych, Instructor-Power Engineering, david.kinasevych@sait.ca, 403-774-5264
- Mr. Mark Romano, Instructor-Power Engineering, Mark.Romano@sait.ca, 403-774-5257
Awards
- Leadership Award in S.F.O Technologies, 07/01/21
- Govt. e-grant scholarship for higher studies, 2016-2019
- Govt. Pre metric & Post metric Scholarship, 2014-2016
- Excellence in Education award in High School, 04/01/14
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Power engineer student Operator
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
01.2023 - 08.2024
Electrical Engineer
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
12.2021 - 10.2022
Machine Maintenance Technician
S.F.O Technologies Pvt. Limited
08.2020 - 08.2021
Power Engineering Technology -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Electrical & Electronics Engineering -
Government Polytechnic college
- ABSA 4th class Power Engineer’s ticket
- Alberta valid Class 5 Driver’s license with clean abstract
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information (WHMIS) 2015
- BOSCH Rexroth Industrial Training in Automation Technology
- ILO Electrical Maintenance & Domestic Appliances
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