Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
APPENDIX A-1: Projects Supported During Employment Period
APPENDIX A-2: Highlights of Key Projects Supported as an Independent Contractor (2023-Present)
References
Timeline
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Viral Bhalia

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Results-oriented Electrical Engineer In Training with a decade of experience in electrical system design and maintenance. Specialized in industrial distribution and protection relay systems, with proven skills in field services. Strong ability to adapt to evolving technologies and methodologies while prioritizing safety and compliance. Committed to ongoing professional growth and effective collaboration.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Contractor – Commissioning and Maintenance Consultant

EECM Solutions Inc.
Calgary, Canada
03.2023 - Current
  • Provided commissioning, maintenance, and startup testing for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical apparatus, including comprehensive testing of protection relays and control schemes to ensure system integrity and reliability.
  • Delivered high-quality test reports with thorough documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and project specifications.
  • Mentored field engineers and technologists, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development to strengthen team performance.
  • Coordinated projects and liaised with clients on-site to ensure alignment with project objectives, and smooth execution.
  • Led teams of engineers and technicians to effectively manage commissioning and maintenance activities, maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
  • Ensured timely and efficient project completion while adhering to strict safety protocols and quality benchmarks.

Electrical Design Engineer

PBX Engineering
Vancouver, Canada
10.2019 - 12.2022
  • Designed low voltage and medium voltage electrical systems, including scope of work and technical design drawings.
  • Reviewed drawings and documentation from subcontractors to ensure accuracy of designs.
  • Performed engineering calculations to determine voltage drop, short circuit, and other requirements.
  • Maintained records of design changes throughout product development cycle.
  • Prepared and participated in project design reviews.
  • Managed electrical project timelines and budgets, ensuring projects were completed on schedule and within financial constraints.
  • Prepared cost estimates for customers according to services rendered.
  • Inspected construction work for electrical systems across multiple industrial distribution upgrade projects.
  • Conducted Arc Flash studies and generated reports for low voltage and medium voltage distribution systems.
  • Executed site-wide lighting audits and compiled necessary documentation.
  • Reviewed technical drawings for compliance and prepared supporting documentation.
  • Assessed equipment condition, performed gap analysis, and produced detailed reports of findings.

Electrical Field Services Engineer In Training

Magna IV Engineering
Edmonton, Canada
02.2018 - 10.2019
  • Directed team of technicians on various commissioning projects by coordinating with customers, contractors, and vendors for efficient execution.
  • Commissioned and maintained high, medium and low voltage electrical apparatuses
  • Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Maintained detailed records of project activities and findings.
  • Submitted regular project progress reports while addressing customer requirements to secure project success.
  • Executed rigorous QA/QC protocols through detailed examination of test reports for compliance with standards.
  • Acted as primary liaison with clients for all project activities including technical recommendations and manpower scheduling.
  • Finalized job reports and turnover packages to document project completion effectively.
  • Developed Lightning Protection Systems following CEC, IEEE, and NFPA guidelines for modular electrical housing.
  • Evaluated structural drawings thoroughly to support effective LPS design while ensuring detailed construction notes.
  • Collaborated closely with drafters and senior engineers in producing accurate IFR packages responsive to client input.

Electrical Specialist: Protection and Control

Sigma Power- Stuart Olson
Calgary, Alberta
09.2017 - 02.2018
  • Assisted senior technicians in testing substation protection relays to ensure operational integrity.
  • Conducted function testing of HV breaker operations according to failure, closing, and tripping schemes.
  • Executed function testing of HV switch operations per established electrical schemes.
  • Supported circuit isolation for out-of-service breakers during breaker function testing.
  • Collaborated with SCADA technicians to verify signals from breaker and remote control panels.
  • Witnessed subcontractor testing activities to validate accuracy of results.
  • Performed maintenance on HV, LV, and MV switchgears and motor control centers.
  • Serviced electrical apparatuses to uphold performance standards.

Electrical Field Service Technologist

Magna Iv Engineering
Calgary, Alberta
01.2016 - 09.2017
  • Performed HV, MV, and LV equipment commissioning and maintenance as per NETA and IEEE standards, ensuring operational reliability and compliance.
  • Verified protection relays through functional testing of protection and control schemes, ensuring proper operation, configuration, and coordination.
  • Prepared detailed test reports, redlined drawings, and deficiency lists with corrective actions for QA/QC tracking.
  • Supported safe energization procedures by coordinating permits, LOTO walkdowns, and switching orders; investigated fault events.
  • Managed documentation workflow, including test form templates, drawing reviews, progress tracking, and turnover binder preparation.

Electrical Field Service Technician

Powell Canada
Edmonton, Canada
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • Factory trained in testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of LV and MV switchgear, including PowerVac and PowlVac circuit breakers.
  • Performed acceptance, pre-commissioning, and maintenance testing of switchgear, MCCs, bus ducts, and associated equipment to ensure compliance with customer and technical standards.
  • Conducted functional testing of control circuits and protective interlocks for switchgear, MCCs, and prefabricated electrical houses (e-houses).
  • Led and supported factory acceptance tests (FAT) with customers, generated punch lists, and resolved deficiencies to meet project completion requirements.
  • Provided technical support across Canada for warranty service, upgrades, and troubleshooting of Powell-manufactured switchgear and breakers.
  • Delivered technical documentation, redlined drawings, and field updates to support accurate as-built drawings; programmed HMIs, and integrated Modbus communication for remote breaker control systems.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Instrumentation and Control

Dharmsinh Desai University
India

Advanced Diploma - Automation and Robotics Engineering

Centennial College
Scarborough, ON, Canada

Skills

  • Construction work package preparation
  • Quality assurance
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Problem solving
  • Requirements gathering
  • Scope definition
  • Power system analysis
  • Condition assessment
  • Gap analysis
  • Project management
  • Electrical system design
  • Quoting and estimating
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Electrical systems commissioning and maintenance
  • Protection and control testing
  • Testing procedures
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Project coordination
  • Client liaison
  • Task prioritization
  • Customer support

Certification

  • Engineering In Training, APEGA | Since 2018
  • CEC Course Completion, BCIT
  • ETAP Power System Analysis Training, ETAP Academy

APPENDIX A-1: Projects Supported During Employment Period

  • Neptune Bulk Terminal Various Distribution System Upgradation Projects, NBTCL
  • Neptune Bulk Terminal Various Arc Flash Studies, NBTCL
  • WLNG MV Construction Distribution, WoodFibre LNG
  • Corix SFU Biogas Facility Arc Flash Studies, Corix
  • SR520_Washington Design Build-ETAP Calculations, WSDOT
  • Expo and Millennium Line Grounding Switch Assessment, BCRTC
  • NOVA Chemicals-Site-Wide Maintenance of Electrical Systems, NOVA Chemicals
  • Suncor Base Plant Site-Wide Maintenance of Electrical Systems, Suncor
  • Suncor ForthHills Oil Sands Plant Commissioning and Start-Up of Electrical Systems, Suncor
  • Kearl Lake Oil Sands Project Site-Wide Maintenance of Electrical Systems, Imperial Oil
  • Suncor Firebag Various Well Pads Electrical Substations and Modular E-Houses Commissioning and
    Maintenance, Suncor
  • Athabasca Oil Plant-Site-Wide Maintenance of Electrical Systems, Athabasca Corporation

APPENDIX A-2: Highlights of Key Projects Supported as an Independent Contractor (2023-Present)

  • Wheaton Repower-Generation-Excel Energy: Protection and Control System Commissioning, USA
  • Heartland Power Generation Station – Maintenance Testing of the MV Breakers - Canada
  • Wolf Midstream – MEG Energy – Maintenance Testing of MV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Kearl Lake IOL - Maintenance Testing of MV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Prince Rupert Grains - Maintenance Testing of MV & LV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Suncor Fort Hills Major Shutdown - Maintenance Testing of HV, MV & LV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Albian Oil Sands – Commissioning of HV, MV & LV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Suncor Base Plant Major Shutdown - Maintenance Testing of HV, MV & LV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Straight Up Mod yard - Commissioning of MV & LV apparatuses and Protective Relays - Canada
  • Longview Power Generation Station - Commissioning of 500 kV CTVT combo – West Virginia, USA
  • Battery Energy Storage System (Tesla Megapack) - Commissioning of MV & LV apparatuses – Canada
  • Suncor Base Plant CBR Cogen - Commissioning of MV & LV apparatuses, Feeder and Transformer Protection Relays – Canada
  • Talen Energy Power Plant - Commissioning of 69 kV substation and 34.5 kV switchgear apparatuses – Pennsylvania, USA
  • Suncor Base Plant CBR Cogen (3 months Support) - Commissioning of MV, HV and LV apparatuses, motor protection, and doble testing of power transformer – Canada
  • Suncor Base Plant U1 Shutdown – Maintenance Testing of HV, MV & LV apparatuses – Canada
  • International Paper Shutdown - Maintenance Testing of HV, MV & LV apparatuses – Canada
  • Imperial Norman Wells – Site wide Shutdown - Maintenance Testing of HV, MV & LV apparatuses and Generator protection - electromechanical relays
  • Hickory GIS Sub Station – Commissioning of the Substation apparatuses – Texas, USA
  • AltaGas JEEP – Maintenance Testing for the MV Apparatuses, Motor Protection Relays and Feeder Protection Relays, Canada
  • Cenovus Christina Lake: Maintenance Testing for the MV Apparatuses, Motor Protection Relays and Feeder Protection Relays, Canada
  • West Fraser – Maintenance testing of the LV apparatuses, Canada
  • Heartland Generation – Maintenance testing of the 180 MVA HV transformer, Canada
  • Suncor Base Plant: CBR Cogen Start Up and Commissioning Support
  • Dayton Waste Water Facility: Electro-Mechanical Relay Maintenance Testing, USA

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Independent Contractor – Commissioning and Maintenance Consultant

EECM Solutions Inc.
03.2023 - Current

Electrical Design Engineer

PBX Engineering
10.2019 - 12.2022

Electrical Field Services Engineer In Training

Magna IV Engineering
02.2018 - 10.2019

Electrical Specialist: Protection and Control

Sigma Power- Stuart Olson
09.2017 - 02.2018

Electrical Field Service Technologist

Magna Iv Engineering
01.2016 - 09.2017

Electrical Field Service Technician

Powell Canada
08.2014 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Engineering - Instrumentation and Control

Dharmsinh Desai University

Advanced Diploma - Automation and Robotics Engineering

Centennial College

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