SHAHZAD ALI SHAH, P.Eng. M.Eng.

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Calgary, AB, T1Y6Y6 Email: acuz1i@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 403-***-****

PIPELINE ENGINEER

PROFILE: Mechanical Engineer with over 14 years of Engineering design, procurement, operations, and integrity management experience related to Oil & Gas pipelines and Fixed Facility assets. Specialist in pipeline Design and Construction management within oil and gas sector.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Mechanical Engineering Graduate from University of Calgary with majors in Pipeline Engineering.

Experienced in pipeline system design work and project engineering services including discipline coordination.

Proficient in scope, schedule and cost control, pre-job risk assessments, and management of change (MOC) during all project phases from conceptual design to start up.

Experienced in project cost estimation for pipeline and facilities such as AFE Total Installed Cost (TIC) with the estimation of engineering design, labor, material, and construction cost.

Experienced in preparing conceptual design, FEED and detailed engineering documents related to design and construction of gathering and transmission pipelines.

Experienced in design, procurement and construction support of hot oil pipeline.

Reviewed pipeline steady state and transient hydraulic analysis reports for oil and gas pipelines.

Knowledgeable in HDD,Bore, and Open cut Engineered Crossing drawings. HDD Pull loads and Stress Calculations.

Prepared and presented technical reports and analysis on projects.

Knowledgable in RPR & ERF calculations and RSTRENG analysis, to determine the remaining strength and safe operating pressure of in-service pipelines.

Experienced in pipeline design calculations such as combined stress, wall thickness, buoyancy, hydrostatic test pressure and stress analysis of pipeline system.

Familiar with PFD’S, P&ID’S, Isometrics, and General Arrangement drawings.

Experienced in piping 3-D model reviews.

Knowledgeable in generation of pipeline alignment sheets, crossing drawings and typical drawings.

Experienced in preparation of piping specification, line classes and equipment data sheets.

Experienced in Material Requisition (RFQ), Bid Evulation, Requistion for Purchase and Technical Query.

Well versed with industrial codes and standards used in process industry such as ASME/API/CSA CSA including CSA Z662, ASME B31.4, B31.8, B31G, B16.47, B16.49, B16.5, API1160, API 6D, API 579.

Familiar with AER &NEB Pipeline regulations and US DOT (49 CFR Part 192) Federal regulations for pipeline.

Focus efforts in alignment with health, safety and environmental commitments.

Proficient with MS Office i:e., MS Excel, MS Word and MS Power Point.

Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills and worked effectively in multitask environment with cross functional team.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Material Selection for Pipeline

LDT, P&IDs, Isometrics, Plot Plans, Piping layout and piping plans reviews

Pipeline Integrity Management Plans, Procedures and Calculations

Pipeline Engineering Specialization

Detailed engineering and Stress Analysis of Pipeline

Mechanical and hydraulic design and

optimization studies of pipeline systems

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FLUOR CANADA LTD, CALGARY, CANADA

01/2014 to 04/2016 Pipeline Engineer

Key Accomplishments:

Suncor Fort Hills Inter-Connecting Pipeline Project – Pipeline Design Engineer for the FEED and detailed engineering of three Inter-Connecting pipelines: NPS 24 Hot Bitumen Pipeline, NPS 16 Fuel gas Pipeline and NPS 6 Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel Pipeline from Fort Hills secondary extraction area to Fort Hills tank terminal. Total capital cost of project was $ 100 MM.

Suncor East Tank form development Project: Project Engineer for NPS 30 Diluted bitumen transfer pipeline. The project includes underground and above ground portion of pipeline between Suncor East tank farm to Enbridge Athabasca Tank Terminal. Total capital cost of project was $ 30 MM.

Encana Cut Bank Ridge Pipeline Project: Pipeline design Engineer for the detailed engineering of 18 pig receiver & launcher pigging facilities with associated piping ranging NPS 4 to NPS 16 high pressure sweet & sour gas pipelines. The project includes aboveground pipeline tie-ins, design, procurement and construction of station facilities at Encana Sunrise, Tower and Saturn plants in Dawson Creek BC. Total capital cost of project was $ 80 MM.

Accountabilities:

Coordinated pipeline engineering team for project deliverables.

Involved in the design, procurement and construction support of pre-insulated hot bitumen pipeline.

Involved in the selection of LOGSTOR insulation system for hot bitumen pipeline.

Prepared design basis memorandum (DBM), project execution plans (PEP), and Construction scope of work (SOW), TDN (Technical Deviation Notices) documents during FEED and detailed engineering.

Reviewed and provided engineering input for Line Designation Table, isometrics, P&IDs, PFDs, Plot plan, and piping plans.

Performed pipeline design calculations including pipe wall thickness calculations, road crossing calculations, and hydro test pressure calculations in accordance with applicable standards.

Selected material thickness for induction bends with wall thinning calculations.

Performed reviews of technical specifications, detailed Engineering drawings and documents for pipeline.

Reviewed pipeline stress analysis and hydraulics studies reports.

Developed Piping line classes for sweet and sour service.

Reviewed and developed Pipe and pigging facility support drawings.

Reviewed Pipeline IFC drawing packages.

Involved in development of pipeline construction work packages.

Responsible for reading, processing and interpreting field data.

Ensured and verified implementation and adherence to project specifications and procedures.

Attended HAZOP and model review meetings.

Monitored and reported the variations in scope of work, schedule and cost against the established baselines.

Coordinated between project team and client with weekly meetings and outstanding issues.

SOLARIS MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS Inc, VANCOUVER, CANADA

05/2013 to 12/2013 Pipeline Design Engineer

Key Accomplishments:

Nexen Liard North 2013-2014 Pipeline Project – Pipeline Design Engineer for the FEED and detailed engineering of NPS 16 & NPS 12 Sour Gas Pipelines from well site to compressor station. Total capital cost of project was $ 80 MM.

Nexen Dilly Creek 2014 Pipeline Project: Project Engineer for Dilly Creek 2014 Pipelines project. The project includes NPS 16 & NPS 20 sour gas pipelines from Nexen existing well site to compressor station facility. Total capital cost of project was $ 100 MM.

Encana Pipestone Pipelines Project: Pipeline Engineer for Encana Pipestone project. The project includes multiple underground gas gathering trunk pipelinelines between Encana existing well site facility and compressor stations. Total capital cost of project was $ 30 MM.

Accountabilities:

Supervised and coordinated the pipeline engineering team for the project deliverables.

Reviewed and updated the project design documents and calculations.

Prepared and coordinated the project regulatory documents for pipeline permit application.

Prepared Project design basis memorandum, construction scope of work and Project Execution plan (PEP).

Revised and assisted for pipeline hydraulic analysis report.

Developed and revised the fabrication Isometric drawings and associated BOM.

Developed the pipeline crossing drawings, Alignment drawings & typical drawing.

Project management coordination with client, vendor & internal project team.

EQUINOX ENGINEERING Ltd, CALGARY, CANADA

09/2012 to 03/2013 Pipeline Project Engineer

Key Accomplishments:

Athabasca Oil Sands Corporation Hanging Stone Buried Pipeline Project – Pipeline Design Engineer for the FEED and detailed engineering of two pipelines: NPS 12 Fuel gas pipeline and NPS 6 Source water pipeline from well site to Hanging stone central processing facility. Total capital cost of project was $ 60 MM.

Husky Energy Sunrise Program Expanded Make-up Water Supply Project: The project includes one underground NPS 12 source water pipeline from Sunrise facility to well site. Total capital cost of project was $ 18 MM.

Osum Oil Sands Corporation Saleski to Nipisi Pipeline Feed Study: The project includes conceptual study of one buried NPS 16 Natural gas pipeline between Osum Saleski processing facility to Nipisi Total capital cost of project was $ 50 MM.

Accountabilities:

Coordinated with project team with pipeline route selection, pipeline sizing and design to meet performance criteria.

Prepared and reviewed the scope of work documents and content of pipeline project specification for Design

Basis Memorandum (DBM).

Developed and reviewed the project cost estimate.

Checked pipeline alignment sheets and individual ownership plans (IOP) to highlight discrepancies regarding pipeline routing and workspace.

Performed pipeline design calculations such as wall thickness and combined stress analysis.

Assisted in regulatory requirements for power line crossings, road crossings, and foreign pipeline crossings.

Participated in client meetings and internal project team meetings.

STANTEC CONSULTING Ltd, CALGARY, CANADA

11/2010 to 08/2012 Senior Pipeline Technologist

Key Accomplishments:

Spectra Energy Transmission T-North 2012 Expansion Project – The project includes FEED and detailed engineering a 25 Kilometer NPS 42 Sweet Gas Pipeline from Spectra Energy Fort Nelson main line. Total capital cost of project was $ 100 MM.

Access Pipeline System Expansion PDM Loop: The Project includes feasibility study of NPS 42 Diluted bitumen pipeline from Access pipeline Sturgeon Terminal to MEG Christina lake facility. Total capital cost of project was $ 100 MM.

Enbridge Pipelines Inc Line 2 Replacement Project: The project includes conceptual engineering of approximately 37.7 km of NPS 24 pipeline from the Edmonton North Terminal to downstream of a mainline block valve. Total capital cost of project was $ 100 MM.

Accountabilities:

Design and detailing of large diameter pipelines for Gas and LVP liquid.

Prepared and revised scope of work documents such as Design Basis Memorandum, Project execution plan, and class location reports.

Developed PFD’s, P&ID’s, Plot Plans, Isometric & GA drawings.

Prepared Right of Way configuration drawings for pipeline construction.

Checked pipeline construction plans and alignment sheets to highlight discrepancies regarding pipeline routing, temporary workspace and depth of cover requirements.

Assisted in the preparation of crossing and typical drawings.

Performed and reviewed design wall thickness calculations for pipeline based on combined hoop and longitudinal stresses using CSA Z662.

Reviewed and checked stress calculations for pipeline crossings based on API1102.

Performed Buoyancy calculations, Hydrostatic test pressure calculations and bending calculations.

Participated in material selection, bill of material (BOM) and RFQ packages.

Coordinated with multidiscipline, managers and client to resolve construction issues.

Participated in Kick-off meetings, brainstorm meetings and HAZOP study.

EXCELSIOR ENGINEERING LTD, CALGARY, CANADA

10/2009 – 10/2010 Junior Project Coordinator

Key Accomplishments:

Paramount Resources LTD well site Expansion Project – The project includes for the FEED and detailed engineering of multiple NPS 12 gas gathering trunk lines, NPS 16 HDPE fresh water and Flow Back Water pipelines with multiple well-site facilities. Total capital cost of project was $ 100 MM.

Paramount Resources LTD Karr Sour Gas Compressor station- The project includes replacement of existing facility piping.

Accountabilities:

Prepared and reviewed scope of work documents to prepare design basis memorandum.

Provided mechanical inputs on PFD’s and P&ID’s.

Development and coordination of all engineering deliverables e.g., P&ID’S, material selection, plot plans, preliminary piping layouts.

Developed pipeline integrity management program for gas pipeline.

Prepared BOM from project isometric drawings.

Prepared equipment list & datasheets of valves, and fittings.

Prepared Line list, Tie-in list & process equipment list such as storage tanks, separators and pumps.

Prepared RFQ/RFP requisition Packages.

Attended HSE reviews/studies.

JGC-DESCON ENGINEERING (PVT) LTD, PAKISTAN 1/2005 – 10/2006

Mechanical Engineer

Provided Engineering design services for the execution of oil & gas projects.

Designed and engineered facilities such as compressor stations, Gas plant and water injection systems.

Prepared design basis memorandum and scope of work documents.

Developed process flow diagram, P&ID’S, plot plans and section drawings for compressor station.

Involved in the selection and sizing of slug catcher, pumps, separator, dehydrator, and flare knock out drums.

Developed piping material specifications for facilities piping by using ASME B31.3 Code.

Prepared bill of material (BOM) for equipment’s such as pumps, valves and other bulk material.

Ensured project timelines and deliverables are identified and up-dated on the baseline schedule.

IBRAHIM ENERGY LIMITED, PAKISTAN 1/1998 – 12/2004

Mechanical Engineer

Performed project planning, resources and cost estimation, scheduling of work related to thermal power plant.

Performed risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate all threats related to project cost and schedule.

Developed integrity management programs for centrifugal pumps, multi-stage compressors & exhaust gas driven turbines.

Planned hydrotesting of non-loggable lines to conduct leak checks.

Developed, reviewed and maintained all engineering standards and specification related to facility integrity.

Developed and implemented Reliability-centered maintenance program (RCM) by using Planned Plant Maintenance software (PPM).

Planned and conducted internal quality audits within Engineering department with effective follow-ups.

Detected and reported root cause analysis of failures of equipment by using Failure Mode Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) techniques.

Education

Masters in Mechanical Engineering 2008-2009

University Of Calgary, Calgary, Canada.

B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering 1997

University Of Engineering &Technology, Lahore, Pakistan.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Attended three days training for “Introduction to PIPEPHASE” conducted by Invensys

Attended two days in house training on Material Management Software MATMAN.

Attended one day seminar on “Environmental Factors Influencing Pipeline Design & Construction”

Attended two days CSA Seminar on CSA Z662-11 Pipeline Systems Essentials.

Attended safety courses for H2S Alive training and Standard First Aid course (Level A CPR).

Attended three (3) days training about Pipe stress analysis using CAESAR II conducted by Code CAD Inc.

Attended Technical Writing Workshop conducted by TWW by Editor's Ink in Stantec Consulting Ltd. Office.

Stantec Project Execution Plan, PEP Workshop 2011

Attended several Technical lunch and learn sessions.

Attended seminar about crossing methods conducted by Matrix Solutions Inc.

Completed PIPEFLO Introduction Training.

Completed Pro Max Level 1 Training.

Maintenance Management training conducted by Pakistan Management institute, Lahore, Pakistan.

Computer Skills

MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Front Page, Outlook), Pipeline Toolbox, ARC GIS

Affiliation / Memberships

P.Eng. – Member with APEGA (M144944)

P.Eng. – Member with PEO (Licence#100210271)

P.Eng. – Member with APEGBC (Licence#38910)

Member Pakistan Engineering Council (MECH/13493)

References

Available on request

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