SIKANDAR SHAIKH
Electrical Engineer, P.Eng., LEED AP BD+C
Toronto,ON
Summary
Over 30 years of experience in consulting, designing, and supervising projects of various sizes and complexities
Individual is a dedicated Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario
Individual is a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP BD+C) and member of the Green Building Council, with a strong commitment to sustainable practices
Consistently delivers successful project completions while demonstrating exceptional leadership, delegation, and motivational skills
Expertise extends to engineering design, equipment selection, and specifications, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety
Extensive knowledge of engineering practices, electrical codes, building codes, fire codes, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, enabling effective navigation of complex regulatory environments
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Engineer
NASH POWER & LIGHTING LTD
Toronto, ON
7 2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Electrical Contractor
- Responsible for overseeing and managing various electrical projects, including the installation of electrical systems and equipment for residential, commercial & industrial projects such as single-family homes, offices, restaurants, unit finishes, and interior alterations in commercial buildings.
- Review and approve electrical drawings and specifications, ensuring compliance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code and other applicable standards
- Conduct site surveys, prepare material lists, and assist in estimating project costs
- Oversee and support the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems under the supervision of licensed electricians
- Supervise and coordinate the electrical work, providing technical guidance and support to project teams
- Oversee testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment to ensure functionality, safety, and adherence to codes
- Maintain project documentation and collaborate with contractors, clients, and team members to ensure timely and successful project completion
Electrical Engineer
GREEN TARGET ENGINEERING INC.
Toronto, ON
10.2016 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Toronto, Canada
- Design and oversee electrical systems for residential and commercial projects, ensuring code compliance
- Perform load calculations, create detailed designs, and prepare construction documents and permits
- Provide technical support during construction, conduct inspections, and oversee system testing and commissioning
- Develop energy-efficient solutions, integrate renewable energy systems, and perform system upgrades
- Conduct site reviews, provide general review letters and reports, as required by local municipalities or authorities
- Prepared detailed electrical layouts, including power distribution, lighting, communication, and fire alarm systems
- Responsible for electrical design of residential and commercial projects
- The projects include, but are not limited to, multi-unit residential apartment buildings (MURBs), single-family homes, high-rise buildings, offices, day-care centres, restaurants, commercial buildings, etc
- Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB): Completed electrical design for major renovation and interior alteration projects for approximately 15 schools
Technical Consultant under contract
CITY OF TORONTO-ENERGY EFFICIENCY OFFICE
05.2012 - 10.2016
- Company Overview: Toronto, Canada
- Worked for the IESO Demand Response program
- Visited more than 30 City of Toronto facilities and suggested electrical modifications with the incorporation of solar PV systems (under FIT) and generators under the IESO’s Demand Response program
- Visited more than 30 City sites (ABCCDs) to investigate the Demand Response opportunities, prepared site assessment reports with various design options & costs
- Reviewed consultants design drawings & documents and provided valuable feedback in implementing the technically feasible and cost effective Demand Response solutions
Technical Advisor
GREEN BIRD ELECTRIC SOLUTIONS INC , Toronto
Toronto, ON
12.2011 - 03.2012
- Company Overview: Toronto, Canada
- Worked on OPAs 'Save On Energy' Retrofit program which includes the completion of Engineering and Prescriptive worksheets for various ECMs
- Conducted a detailed analysis of utility bills; visited building sites for data collection
- Achieved total energy saving of up to 40% through various EEMs
- Attended energy efficiency training programs conducted by various organizations such as Toronto Hydro, Power Stream, TRCA, Partners in Green Project etc
Electrical Engineer
UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (UNV Program)
Togo, Saskatchewan
01.2006 - 05.2011
- Company Overview: attached to DIVISION OF INFRASTRUCTURE & PUBLIC UTILITIES, Trinidad & Tobago
- Reporting to Senior Engineer (facility management), coordinated implementation of energy-saving projects (planning, budgeting, design, installation, commissioning, and M&V) and team of 140 technical staff on 100+ government-owned buildings resulting in savings of up to 40% and ROI ranging from 1-5 years
- Completed an electrical design for seven new buildings and many retrofit projects with special emphasis on energy efficiency aspects of the project
- Achieved total energy saving of @30-40% through following EEMs: Replaced HID, T12 linear fluorescent lamps and magnetic ballasts with T8/T5 linear fluorescent lamps and electronic ballast; replaced filament & halogen lamps with LEDs and CFLs; installed occupancy sensors
- Replaced three old chilled water plants, Air Handler Units, AC units, and Fan Coil Units with new energy efficient units with VFD drives, resulted in @ 25-35% energy and demand savings; installed programmable thermostats for weekly schedules
Technical Manager
ALKOHALI EST FOR TRADING AND INDUSTRIES, Yemen
12.2004 - 11.2005
- Company Overview: Sana’a, Yemen
- Completed electrical design of buildings and industrial projects
- Prepared tenders, tender estimates, negotiations with international suppliers
Lecturer in Electrical Engineering
LATTHE EDUCATION SOCIETY’S POLYTECHNIC
07.1996 - 11.2004
- Company Overview: Sangli, India
- Taught Diploma in Electrical/ Power Engineering students
Electrical Engineer
SAUDI OGER LTD.
11.1992 - 03.1995
- Company Overview: Riyadh, KSA
- Completed electrical design of building addition projects, installation and maintenance of high rise multi-storey buildings, royal palaces, and government assembly halls
- Introduced energy saving measures to run the building efficiently and economically
Assistant Electrical Engineer
HINDUSTAN ANTIBIOTICS LTD.
09.1991 - 11.1992
- Company Overview: Pune, India
- Completed installation, maintenance, repairing, and troubleshooting of various electro-mechanical equipments and specialized industrial machines
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Electrical Engineering
SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR India
01.1987 - 01.1991
Canadian Electric Code - undefined
HUMBER COLLEGE
Electrical Estimation - undefined
HUMBER COLLEGE
Design & Installation of Fire Alarm Systems -
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
Toronto, ON 05.2001 - 01.2015
Hydronic Heating-Design & Installation - undefined
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
LEED AP (BD+C) -
GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE (GBCI),USA
09.2009 - 01.2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
ASPEN UNIVERSITY, USA
01.2008 - 01.2010
Affiliations
- Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), 2011
- Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI), 2011
Timeline
Electrical Engineer
GREEN TARGET ENGINEERING INC.
10.2016 - 06.2021
Technical Consultant under contract
CITY OF TORONTO-ENERGY EFFICIENCY OFFICE
05.2012 - 10.2016
Technical Advisor
GREEN BIRD ELECTRIC SOLUTIONS INC , Toronto
12.2011 - 03.2012
LEED AP (BD+C) -
GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE (GBCI),USA
09.2009 - 01.2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
ASPEN UNIVERSITY, USA
01.2008 - 01.2010
Electrical Engineer
UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (UNV Program)
01.2006 - 05.2011
Technical Manager
ALKOHALI EST FOR TRADING AND INDUSTRIES, Yemen
12.2004 - 11.2005
Design & Installation of Fire Alarm Systems -
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
05.2001 - 01.2015
Lecturer in Electrical Engineering
LATTHE EDUCATION SOCIETY’S POLYTECHNIC
07.1996 - 11.2004
Electrical Engineer
SAUDI OGER LTD.
11.1992 - 03.1995
Assistant Electrical Engineer
HINDUSTAN ANTIBIOTICS LTD.
09.1991 - 11.1992
Bachelor’s Degree - Electrical Engineering
SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR India
01.1987 - 01.1991
Canadian Electric Code - undefined
HUMBER COLLEGE
Electrical Estimation - undefined
HUMBER COLLEGE
Hydronic Heating-Design & Installation - undefined
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
Electrical Engineer
NASH POWER & LIGHTING LTD
7 2021 - Current
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