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Umit Demirkiran

Umit Demirkiran

Diyarbakır

Summary

MSc, Electrical & Electronic Engineer, with over 20 years of experience. - Experience in international projects. - Experience in FIDIC type of Contracts, - Wide work experience in electrical installation. - Experience with project design, construction, and supervision activities - International working experience, highly experienced in working with multi-national & multi-discipline teams as a team member and/or coordinator. - Experience in supervising all testing & commissioning of electrical. - Experience in quality control and technical inspections on-site. - Extensive experience in project management. - Experience in bid preparation and tendering management. Focused Electrical Engineer with a power systems, automation, and controls background. In-depth understanding of control and power-delivery systems. Experienced in developing technical studies and investigations. Systematic Electrical Engineer experienced in managing electrical project lifecycle from design phase to delivery and implementation, polished in analyzing, troubleshooting, and developing solutions.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer

Tekfen Cons./Sasa New Fiber and Mtr Project.
10.2023 - Current
  • Coordination with Contractor’s supervisory personnel regarding schedule, sequence and method of work.
  • Evaluating all relevant contract annexes of the project contract, including Technical Specifications, Relevant Standards, MoSs, material suitability, project quality requirements, standards and regulations, and providing support to the planning unit in creating the electrical work plan based on the man/hour calculation required for the required electrical work plan
  • Field supervision for the following areas: Transformer Building, Compressor Chiller Building, Cooling Tower, Fiber Facilities, Pipe rack
  • Coordination with Contractor’s supervisory personnel regarding schedule, sequence and method of work.
  • Field control of the following applications according to Projects and Standards: Cable Tray, EMT Pipe, Cables (Including Connections and Tests), Grounding & Earthing, Panels, Busbar, MV&LV Switchgear, Transformer and 36kV GIS Switchgears, 6.3 kV NXAIR Switchgears, ADP & MCC Panels, UPS and Battery Sets, VFD, Soft Starter, PLC Panel, Instrumentation
  • Preparing non-conformance report to the contractor, if observed, while the Contractor executes his scope of services

Chief Electrical and Instrument

Kuzu Group/New Modern Industrual Site
10.2022 - 10.2023

183.000 m² Closed Area Industrial Site Construction Project

  • Designing/Implementing the entire mobilization, energy, and lighting system of the construction site and eliminating malfunctions by taking action correctly and in a short time, forming/training teams in this direction
  • Making superpositions of Electrical Installation Projects, including the relevant disciplines (Architectural-Static-Mechanical), ensuring the creation of a coordinated project, and making calculations for the reservation required for cable/tray transitions
  • Drawing when it is necessary to carry out project Design checks and eliminating problems in field application
  • Implementation and control of projects in the field, management/coordination of electrical subcontractors
  • Receiving the manufacturing deliveries, delivering them to the Consultant Company, or managing the entire process
  • Acting as liaison with engineers, design consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, other job staff, and owner's representatives in resolving issues related to plans and specifications
  • Following up all electrical works within the project's scope; having functional and technical knowledge and skills to manage activities based on priority, equipment, and skills of the personnel
  • Checking that the work done follows quality standards and regulations
  • Overseeing and making decisions related to contract drawings and submittals of subcontractors
  • Ensuring that all drawings and specifications are in line with the budget
  • Ensuring strict adherence to safety, ethics, and compliance requirements always
  • Following up on the field progress and controlling the monthly progress payment of the contractor

Senior Electrical and Instrument Engineer/ Wastewater Industrial Site

APPLUS+Norcontrol, S.L.U-PLANET- PLANET
08.2020 - 04.2023

Company Overview: Technical Assistance and Supervision for Yuksekova Wastewater Treatment Plant Project (FIDIC Yellow book)

  • Reviewing Electrical primary design and final design and Approbation until it turns into a Shop Drawing
  • Evaluation the submitted design projects according to Local and international electrical standards
  • Writing comments and warnings for faulty and incomplete rectification
  • Topics assessed in general terms; Single Line project, Calculation of the Electrical Power Consumed, Transformer Station, High Voltage Switchgear, Generator, Main Distribution Panel (MDP) & Power Factor Correction, MCCs (Motor Control Centre), PLC Panels, Local Panels, Lighting, CCTV System, Instrumentation, SCADA, Fire Alarm, MCCs and Motor drivers, Grounding, Lightning, and Equipotential Bonding Systems, etc
  • Reviewing Material Submissions According to Specification
  • Making evaluations of the submitted materials of the project according to international standards (Such as ATEX, IEC/ IEEE, CE, ISO Etc.) and local standards (TSE), and According to Specifications evaluating qualification and test documents
  • Reviewing electrical systems of the existing wastewater and clean water types of equipment and reporting the solution proposals of the detected problems
  • Inspection all electrical installations according to specifications and International and FDIC standards on site
  • Attending Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT); Transformers, HV Switchgears, Panels, Generator
  • Reviewing and Correction in superposition projects; Following projects; Civil, Electrical, P&ID, layout, mechanical equipment, piping drawings
  • Performing factory tests of equipment such as transformer, LV panels, PLC medium voltage Cubicle, and generator according to specifications and standard
  • Controlling all electrical works according to the Health and Safety
  • Reviewing O&M Manual

Elecctrical Manager

ACN Construction Inc.
02.2020 - 03.2021

Construction of 6 reinforced constructions in SANLIURFA to support educational infrastructure within the framework of educational infrastructure for everyone in times of crisis with the implementation of KFW within the scope of EU financial opportunity

  • Reviewi Electrical primary design and final design and Approbation until it turns into a Drawing
    Reviewi Material Submissions According to Specification Inspections of electrical projects implementation on site,
  • Follow projects Transformer, High Voltage Switchgear, General electrical panels, Main Distribution Panel& Power Factor Correction, Generator, CCTV system, SCADA system, Fire Alarm system, MCCs, Motors, and variable frequency drive (VFD), Grounding, etc.
    Product brand model determinations by the specification.
  • Preparing brand/quality comparisons according to price and acceptance documents according to the standards and presenting them to the relevant consultant engineering control.
  • ompleting acceptance process Preparing presentation documents for the compliance processes of transformer layout projects to authorized electricity institutions

Senior Inspector Electrical and Instrument Engineer/ Wastewater Industrial Site

WYG Consulting Ltd.-GKW Consult GmbH Consortium
04.2017 - 08.2018

Company Overview: Technical Assistance and Supervision for Turkey/Kahramanmaraş Wastewater Treatment Plant Project (FIDIC Yellow book)

  • Engineering of Industrial Plant Electrical Works
  • Reviewing Material Submissions According to Specification
  • Reviewing Electrical primary design and final design and Approbation until it turns into an Shop Drawing
  • Review of Design Projects and inspection of the applications projects and systems performing is that the following issues HV cabling, Transformers, Generators, Switchyard interface, Controls, and Protection Systems, MV& LV Systems, MV &LV Switchgear, Variable Frequency Drives & Motor Control Centers, Emergency diesel generators, DC charger-battery group-inverters, and auxiliary systems, electrical of Pumping stations, Mixers, Blowers Grounding, Indoor/Outdoor Lighting, Lightening, SCADA hardware equipment, CCTV
  • Reviewing the material submissions, analyses laboratory, and technical reports, carrying out acceptance, testing, and quality measures, ensuring compliance with the project's specifications
  • Supervising and technical support during equipment on-site installation, Cabling, instrument loop checking, and process start-up
  • İnspection EMF (Electromagnetic Flow Meters), USL (Ultrasonic Level Meters), pH-meters, TC (temperature control systems), and PICA (pressure indication accessories), etc
  • Inspections of electrical utilities such as digesters, CHP (combined heat and power plants), air compressors, thermal sludge dryers, and pumping stations on site
  • Inspection of start-up of automation process through SCADA, according to process parameters such as flow, pressure, level, and temperature for control of pump stations, actuated valves, and heat exchangers
  • Reviewing and Correction in superposition projects; Following projects; Civil drawings, P&ID, layout drawings, mechanical equipment, piping
  • Preparing Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning Checklist documents
  • Attending Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT); Transformers, HV Switchgears, Panels, Generator
  • Technical Assistance and Supervision for Turkey/Kahramanmaraş Wastewater Treatment Plant Project (FIDIC Yellow book)
  • Technical Assistance and Supervision for Turkey/Kahramanmaraş Wastewater Wastewater Treatment Plant Project (FIDIC Yellow book)

Electrical and Electronic Troubleshooting and Solution Engineer

Own Business
07.2016 - 05.2017
  • Leading detailed engineering activities; Installation and repairing electrical engine fault
  • Installation and troubleshooting, VFD, Controller, Plc
  • Execution of calculations such as Load Flow, Short Circuit, Motor Starter; Designing Electrical projects

Design Office Chief Engineer,

Mersin Integrated Health Campus
05.2014 - 01.2016

Construction of a 384,000 1250-bed Hospital

  • Company Overview: Electrical, Automation, and Power Project Designing Project
  • Coordinating and optimizing workflows to ensure efficient project design processes
  • Designing and Verification all Electrical Projects Power, Low Voltage, Lighting, Distribution, Data, CCTV, Fire Alarm, System, Earth, Emergency System, Wall Plan, Mockup, Method statement, Cable Size Calculation
  • Designing single-line diagrams and creating the load schedule
  • Coordination of electrical and mechanical project Created superposition project by AutoCAD Preparing and presenting the material selection file
  • Reviewing project (Shop Drawings) for conformance with contract documents; specifying action required for conformance preparing project cost estimates
  • Attends regular meetings with Contractor, if required Commenting on Supplier Drawings
  • Participation in electrical, mechanical, and construction coordination meetings
  • Maintaining records for the electrical part of contractual claims and variations by either the Contractor or the Employer including the necessary evidence
  • Electrical, Automation, and Power Project Designing Project

Project Electrical Engineer Manager

Teknosis
04.2013 - 02.2015

Malatya University Hospital and Sivas Tunnel Projects

  • Company Overview: Electrical and Automation Projects
  • Execution of all the preparations required for the project Such as calculating the project, Subcontractor, Mobilization cost, etc
  • Examination of the project tender documents
  • Calculation of the total cost; including cable, Cable tray layouts, MV & LV, Switchgears Automation, CCTV, Fire Alarm, Data systems, Telephone system cabling, etc
  • Verifying electric and electronic projects diagrams concerning the specifications providing manufacturing according to the standard of the specification
  • Attending the regular (daily/weekly) meetings with the Contractor and the monthly progress review meeting Budget estimation for electrical and control systems in projects
  • Preparing or supervising the preparation of bid packages, specifications, drawings, and purchase requisitions for equipment and contract services
  • Solving problems according to Contractor and Employer contracts; Coordination of subcontractors and Product suppliers
  • Coordinating with customers/consultants to complete the project on time and quality by coordinating the electrical drawing design


Senior Inspector Electrical and Instrument Engineer

Enka Construction & Industry Co
05.2013 - 12.2013

MAJNOON OIL FIELD DEVELOPMENT – GREENFIELD WORK

Company Overview: SHELL-Petrofac, Southern Iraq Central Petroleum Production Facilities E&I

  • Supervision of the Electrical equipment, the Instrument Index, P&;ID, I/O List, and instrument specifications of pipeline-related facilities on site
  • Researching solutions to project concerns; analyzing and recommending solutions to problems
  • Monitoring instrument assembly works by examining P&ID and isometry projects
  • Installation of cable duct/tray, junction boxes and air distribution boxes, instruments with Supports, main air piping, control panels, marshaling racks, and DCS, consoles, and related auxiliary activities
  • Testing of cables, Main/branch cable laying, and terminations
  • Calibration of instruments and Loop Checking
  • Supervising instrumentation staff and coordinating the daily activities

Senior Electrical Engineer

Paper Industrial Plant
12.2011 - 10.2012
  • Leading Electrical and Mechanic Maintenance Team
  • Studying, suggesting, and developing new manufacturing processes to improve production reliability assuring continuous quality, productivity, and cost improvement
  • Planning daily maintenance /repair activities, making, executing, and reporting workforce plans
  • Supporting the work of commissioning the means of production
  • Monitoring the malfunctions and realizing the repetition of chronic malfunctions by determining preventive maintenance and improvement activities
  • Define machine spare parts and provide continuous control with the warehouse
  • Following maintenance performance indicators
  • Taking continuous improvement studies
  • Organizing the necessary mechanical, and electrical activities during the installation of the newly installed machines
  • Establishing and implementing preventive maintenance plans
  • Planning the maintenance-repair activities to be carried out in the closed production time
  • Carrying out performance follow-up of production tools
  • Supervise the implementation of industrial control safety standards in the plant
  • Support the quality department and design electronic approaches to increase product quality
  • Troubleshooting PLC, HMI, IPC, Sensors, AC & DC Drive (such as Siemens 440, ABB ACS800, and ACS 550, etc.), and Control valves, Level Transmitter, Pressure Transmitter, RTD instruments
  • Training the technical team and machine operators
  • Electrical and Automation Projects and Maintenance

Project Electrical Engineer Manager

Gemiqaya Construction Inc.
03.2009 - 12.2011

Worked for a construction company specializing in both industrial and commercial building projects

  • Developing detailed project plans and schedules.
    Creating electrical system designs that meet project requirements and comply with relevant codes and standards.
    Selecting appropriate electrical equipment and materials.
    Preparing technical drawings and specifications.
  • Coordinating with other project teams (e.g., civil, mechanical) to ensure seamless integration.
    Managing project budgets and resources.
    Monitoring project progress and making necessary adjustments to the schedule.
    Resolving any technical or logistical issues that arise.
  • Leading and mentoring a team of electrical engineers, technicians, and contractors.
  • Reviewing and verification of MV & LV, MCCs, and low-voltage current projects
  • Checking the suitability of electrical projects or industrial projects in the appropriate design and application
  • Controlling according to the design and application projects onsite
  • Supervising site subcontractors' works and progress
  • Supervising all electrical works, contractual obligations, and quality control standards

Electrical Engineer

ASIS
05.2005 - 10.2008

Asis Oil & Gas Station Automation

  • Supervising Oil & Gas Automation System installation
  • Implemented approximately 30 Oil & Gas Automation Systems
  • Making feasibility for automation system implementation project
  • Managing and leading Electrical, Instrumental, and Automation installation process onsite and remotely
  • Coordinating, controlling, and planning maintenance inspection and project activities in compliance
  • Coordinating between the technical team and customers
  • Leading the team of maintenance technicians as well as following their technical and personal development needs determining material requirements and procuring from the Headquarter

Lecturer

Kocaeli University
01.1997 - 01.2004
  • Lecture on Electric and Electronic Engineering
  • Developed and delivered undergraduate-level courses in Electrical-Electronic-Telecommunication
  • Designing various electrical/electronic circuits to use in lectures
  • Preparing documents such as drawing, explaining
    Training electronic applications, Component,s and Circuits in the laboratory
  • Lecturing using measurements Instrument equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
  • Consulting Electric and Electronic Student Project and Thesis

Education

Master of Science - Electronics and Communication Engineer

Kocaeli University

MASTER THESIS: POWER CONTROL OF HVDC TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS (High Voltage Power Control)
Designing and Application of HVDC
KEYWORDS: HVDC Modelling, Rectifier, Inverter, Designing Triggering Circuit, Filtering, and Computer-Based HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current control)

Bachelor of Science - Electronics and Communication Engineer

Yildiz Technical University

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Troubleshooting
  • Full computer literacy
  • AUTOCAD, Naviworks, Trimble
  • Systems integration strategies

Field instrumentation

Power distribution

Variable frequency drives

Motor control

SCADA systems

AutoCAD electrical

Sensor technology

Industrial networking

P&ID development

Loop diagrams

Instrumentation inspection

Maintenance planning

Industrial automation

Certification

  • High Voltage and Low Voltage Operation Certificate (Electrical Engineer Chamber)

  • Elevator Technical Service Authority Certificate(Electrical Engineer Chamber)

  • Solar Energy Design Certificate (EMO) Electrical Engineer Chamber
  • Earthling Authority Certificate(Electrical Engineer Chamber)

  • Wastewater Trainer Certificate/Electrical and Control(Electrical Engineer Chamber)

Professionalbodies

Chamber of Electrical Engineers Representative of the Electronics and Communications Professional Commission

Personal Information

Title: Senior Electric And Electronic/Instrument Engineer

Timeline

Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer - Tekfen Cons./Sasa New Fiber and Mtr Project.
10.2023 - Current
Chief Electrical and Instrument - Kuzu Group/New Modern Industrual Site
10.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Electrical and Instrument Engineer/ Wastewater Industrial Site - APPLUS+Norcontrol, S.L.U-PLANET- PLANET
08.2020 - 04.2023
Elecctrical Manager - ACN Construction Inc.
02.2020 - 03.2021
Senior Inspector Electrical and Instrument Engineer/ Wastewater Industrial Site - WYG Consulting Ltd.-GKW Consult GmbH Consortium
04.2017 - 08.2018
Electrical and Electronic Troubleshooting and Solution Engineer - Own Business
07.2016 - 05.2017
Design Office Chief Engineer, - Mersin Integrated Health Campus
05.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Inspector Electrical and Instrument Engineer - Enka Construction & Industry Co
05.2013 - 12.2013
Project Electrical Engineer Manager - Teknosis
04.2013 - 02.2015
Senior Electrical Engineer - Paper Industrial Plant
12.2011 - 10.2012
Project Electrical Engineer Manager - Gemiqaya Construction Inc.
03.2009 - 12.2011
Electrical Engineer - ASIS
05.2005 - 10.2008
Lecturer - Kocaeli University
01.1997 - 01.2004
Kocaeli University - Master of Science, Electronics and Communication Engineer
Yildiz Technical University - Bachelor of Science, Electronics and Communication Engineer
Umit Demirkiran