Electrical Commissioning Specialist with Field Leadership

SOFIANE LEKSIR

Electrical Commissioning Specialist

Year of birth 1985

Location: Boumerdes, Algeria

Phone whatsApp: 002**-***-***-***

E-Mail: *************@*****.***

Nationality: Algerian

Summary: Electrical & Commissioning specialist with extensive experience in project management. I possess both hands on expertise and a proven track record in supervising field staff. My background includes commissioning, troubleshooting, maintaining, testing, and modifying power systems, switchboards, motor control centers, and transformers. I am skilled in tuning automated voltage control units and synchronization units for generator control. Additionally, I excel in maintaining and troubleshooting automation equipment and drives. As a focused leader, I have consistently motivated teams to achieve higher levels of performance excellence while successfully managing projects.

Spoken languages: English, Arabic & French

Professional Experience

Jan 2026 to this day: Electrical commissioning supervisor at Tecnimont, Liquefied Petroleum Gas

(LPG) plant in Rhourde El Baguel, in northeastern Algeria

Testing and commissioning of protection relays including: MiCOM P145, MiCOM P643, MiCOM P139

Commissioning of Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear systems

Commissioning of Low Voltage (LV) switchgear systems

Functional testing, protection coordination verification, and energization procedures

Ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards

Supervising commissioning activities and coordinating with site teams May 2024 to Jan 2026: Electrical Switchgear Senior Technician at Bonatti, Mellitah Oil & Gas Complex, Libya

Maintenance and troubleshooting of 6.6kV and 20kV switchgear systems.

Conducting regular preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Providing training and supervision to junior technicians and maintenance staff.

Extensive experience leading and participating in numerous shutdowns for gas and sulfur trains, managing complex electrical systems and ensuring successful project execution with minimal downtime.

October 2023 to May 2024: E&I QC Inspector at ABB spa in TAFADIS sugar refinery Construction in Boumerdes, Algeria

Ensure that the method statement aligns with project specifications, drawings, and applicable codes and standards, and assess systematic procedures for executing electrical work.

Conduct inspections of electrical systems, including lighting, motors, generators, components, and installations to ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and material availability.

Perform tests on electrical equipment and systems to verify functionality and adherence to performance requirements.

April 2021 to October 2023: Electrical Commissioning Engineer Larsen & Toubro Hydrocarbon In gas plants project in Timimoun, Algeria

Successfully executed pre commissioning and startup for electrical systems, ensuring their reliability and functionality.

Successfully conducted tests and commissioning for VCB/VCS circuit breakers.

Provided technical support and leadership, ensuring successful collaboration, and efficiently coordinated electrical projects with other technical disciplines to optimize resource utilization

Executed completion & workover programs with a strong emphasis on integrity and operational safety, contributing to a safe work environment and regulatory compliance to Company HSE standards.

Successfully commissioned six Gas Turbine Generators and HP Compressors, ensuring reliable power generation and timely project completion.

Ensured the quality of electrical system completion activities, and applied knowledge of local and international codes to ensure projects met required standards.

Tested and troubleshooted electrical components, and Ensured consistency and integrity in electrical design, to improve system reliability and efficiency.

Conducted relay protection testing and coordination with engineering to enhance the safety and system functionality.

Expertly troubleshooted electrical circuits, minimizing downtime.

Proficiency in key electrical software enhanced electrical analysis.

Implemented Preventive maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted electrical supply.

Efficiently managed contractor commissioning using ICAPS, expediting project delivery October 2019 to April 2021: Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer at CCC Consolidated Contractors Company in Touat gaz project in Adrar, Algeria

Maintained accountability for project schedules, progress reports, and cost estimates, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion

Conducted thorough testing and commissioning procedures for VCB/VCS circuit breakers

Reviewed and approved engineering documents and drawings, ensuring compliance and efficient project execution.

Preparation of Electrical procedures for installation, test & commissioning.

Negotiated with suppliers to secure items at optimal costs, contributing to cost savings.

Successfully oversaw the commissioning of DC Charger with NiCd Batteries and UPS, enhancing project functionality.

Managed punch list compilation and resolution with contractors, minimizing delays and keeping the project on track.

Actively engaged in transparent communication through meetings, reports, and presentations. Ensured strict compliance with Statutory and Company HSE standards, reducing risks. June 2019 to October 2019: QA/QC Electrical inspector at SAMSUNG C&T Company in 1450 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant Project in Mostganem, Algeria

Conducted QC audits for the GE turbine 9FA, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Maintained precise documentation following good practices, promoting operational efficiency and compliance.

Dec 2018 to June 2019: Electrical Commissioning Engineer at Daewoo E&C in realization Of combined cycle power plant 1131.1 MW in Cap Djinet, Algeria

Proficient in various power plant packages (e.g.,HRSG, Boiler, SGT6-5000F SIEMENS, water treatment systems including desalination, electrochlorination, demineralization and Waste water system)

Understanding of power plant operations through knowledge of essential drawings and documents, such as P&ID, equipment datasheets, instrument hook-up diagrams, cable schedules, and layout drawings.

Performed secondary injection testing of ABB protection relays using Omicron CMC 356 test set.

Performed testing of switchgear contact resistance, current transformers (CTs), and voltage transformers (VTs).

Executed complete suite of power transformer commissioning tests including open/short circuit, turns ratio, vector group, tan delta, and oil dielectric breakdown testing.

Optimized pump performance, including VFD equipped pumps, improving fluid handling efficiency.

Provided on the job training of fire systems to the client, equipping them for effective system operation and maintenance.

March 2018 to Dec 2018: QA/QC Electrical inspector at Daewoo Engineering & Construction, in Realization of Combined-Cycle Power Plant 1131.1 MW in Cap Djinet, Algeria

Attended electrical inspections, ensuring work aligned with approved methods and drawings, maintaining high quality and compliance.

Ensured that all materials and work were precisely carried out including cable tray supports and trays, Cable Laying and ensuring proper installation and termination procedures. Sept 2016 to March 2018: Electrical Commissioning Engineer at METKA S.A in realization Of an open cycle power plant 600 MW in Hassi R'mel, Algeria

Oversaw equipment tests and commissioning, ensuring operational readiness for the first startup.

Monitoring of functional and operational tests of various equipment in order to prepare the Equipment to the first start up

Prepared detailed reports, certificates, and correspondence, maintaining clear communication and comprehensive records.

Managed Punch Lists, NCRs, and Observation Notes for efficient problem solving and quality control. Conducted equipment troubleshooting, ensuring continuous and dependable power plant operations Sept 2014 to Sept 2016: Electrical Substation Engineer at METKA S.A in realization of 400/220 KV Injector in Algeria.

Ensured precise execution of fabrication, cable laying supervision, and earthing work, maintaining quality and compliance with approved method statements and drawings.

Supervised the successful installation of a LT & HT, DC & UPS battery systems and chargers, control and relay panels, ACDB, DCDB, MCC panels, Power transformer, Isolators, and communication including (Line traps, LMU, and PLCC panel).

Successfully installed transformers 400/220 KV with all associated accessories and bus ducts, CTs, VTs, Bus Post Insulator, disconnectors and Lightning Arrester

Supervised the installation of an SVC for the 400kV transmission line.

Conducted testing and commissioning of electrical equipment, ensuring system functionality and reliability.

Conducted testing and commissioning of electrical equipment, including, SF6 GIS, F&G, UPS, Transformers, Generators, and Scada system.

March 2012 to Sept 2014: Electrical engineer at EROE SARL in SCADA project in Algeria

Coordinated with clients to meet their specific project needs.

Successfully installed and integrated SCADA equipment on-site, improving data monitoring and control.

Set up and internally tested SCADA equipment for seamless commissioning.

Efficiently commissioned various SCADA systems, ensuring their reliability and functionality.

Used Gantt Project to plan work programs, staff deployment, and resource allocation, enhancing project efficiency.

Coordinated SCADA system services, including troubleshooting, development, upgrades, and training, for optimal system performance.

Oct 2011. – Jan 2012: Electrical Engineer at METELEC SARL in extension project 2MW Diesel power plant in Ghardaia, Algeria

Ensured precise assembly and installation, meeting safety standards.

Supported shutdown execution, contributing to efficient maintenance and system turnaround. EDUCATION

2005 to 2010: Engineering Degree in Electrics and Electronics, Inelec Institute, Boumerdes, Algeria PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Excellent problem solving and decision making skills, and the ability to work with little supervision

Good general computer skills including Windows, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel) and experience with Excel (VBA), PMC600, Autocad, caneco bt, Etap, DIALux, LabVIEW, LOGO V8, eMaint Gantt project and ICAPS.

Strong technical skills within the gas oil& gas, power plant industry

Strong interpersonal, analytical, and quantitative skills

Strong analytical, communications and problems solving skills

Technical problem solving skills to identify problems and implement solutions

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