Syed Muhammad Jazib
Halifax,NS
Summary
Results-driven SCADA expert with a Master degree in Telecommunication & Control Systems & 10 years of extensive experience in SCADA & Power Grid Technologies. Proven track record of delivering high-impact solutions for large organizations, including Nova Scotia Power (OSI Monarch), K-Electric (Siemens Spectrum Power), and Huawei. Possesses a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and strategic vision Solid understanding of SCADA & ADMS network architecture Excellent knowledge of SCADA system development, testing and commissioning Familiar with the complete project life cycle for SCADA system upgrade/migration Advanced knowledge of EMS and power utilities operational practices. Good understanding of IT/OT networks and cyber security practices
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SCADA EMS Engineer
Nova Scotia Power
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained and support OSI Monarch system applications functionality and availability
- Handled SCADA & EMS projects and upgrades, conduct SAT testing, and work closely with vendors
- Integrated & model Grid station data & points into the SCADA Master system
- Experience working with renewable energy systems (BESS, Hydro & Wind Integration)
- Support, maintain and troubleshoot power system applications such as Power Flow, State Estimator and Contingency Analyzer
- Maintained the Operator training simulator (OTS) & Automatic Generation Control (AGC) applications
Deputy Manager SCADA Systems
K-Electric
06.2018 - 08.2024
- Managed a Team of 4 Engineers to ensure uninterrupted operations of Siemens Spectrum Power & SCADA assets
- Designed, commissioned, and integrated Grid stations & Hardware assets into SCADA system
- Performed configuration & maintenance of SCADA & EMS databases
- Good Knowledge of Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), OMS & GIS
- Collaborated with project stakeholders for assets deployment, and acceptance testing
- Managed the hiring process for the team, identifying top talent and driving recruitment efforts
- Established a Performance Management Framework to monitor team performance, set goals, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to manage departmental budget and supply chain requirements related to material and services procurement
Radio Frequency/Cellular Engineer
NETKOM Technologies/HUAWEI
10.2015 - 05.2018
- Identified and rectified customer complaints & issues about network coverage, quality, and data
- Performed network drive tests using NEMO Outdoor, Map Info, Genex probe, and TEMS Investigation
- Conducted spectrum testing for interference source identification
Education
Master of Science - Telecommunication Systems
NED University of Engineering & Technology
11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication Engineering
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology
01.2015
Skills
- OSI Monarch
- Siemens Spectrum Power
- People Management
- Documentation and Reporting
- Commissioning/SAT
- Network/Cyber Security
- NERC CIP Compliance
- Health & Safety
- Project Management
- Firewall/servers
- Linux/Windows based systems
Certification
- OSI Network Analysis T201 (AspenTech University USA)
- OSI OpenOTS T301 (AspenTech University USA)
- OSI OpenAGC G201 (AspenTech University USA)
- Certified SCADA professional (Siemens Germany)
- IOSH Managing safely certification (UK)
- Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED (St. John Ambulance Canada)
Timeline
SCADA EMS Engineer
Nova Scotia Power
09.2024 - Current
Deputy Manager SCADA Systems
K-Electric
06.2018 - 08.2024
Radio Frequency/Cellular Engineer
NETKOM Technologies/HUAWEI
10.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication Engineering
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology
Master of Science - Telecommunication Systems
NED University of Engineering & Technology
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