PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER

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Element where the element
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PE1 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
Commitment to Instrument and Control Engineering
PE1.1
with focus on physical engineering fundamentals:
Comprehensive,
I have applied my sound awareness and understanding of
theory-based
engineering fundamentals in every task of my professional
understanding of CE1.2,CE1.4
career as an instrument and control engineer. I have profound
the underpinning CE1.14,CE2.2
knowledge of physical sciences that’s applicable to my field.
natural and CE3.3,CE3.6
I tackled numerous problems and managed different
physical sciences CE3.13,CE3.9,
engineering scenarios. I have the aptitude to initiate projects
and the engineering CE3.10,CE3.11
from scratch, analyze and accomplish them within the time
fundamentals
duration. I have sound knowledge of API standards. I have
applicable to the
resolved chronic issues during my professional career such
engineering
troubleshooting of bed misalignment issue of the rotary
discipline
valve.
Application of Mathematics and Numerical Analysis:
I calculated the Set point for optimum dome pressure control
of the rotary valve. The I/O points for the DCS were
calculated and 20% spares were ordered. CE3.10,CE2.5

Application of the computer science and information

PE1.2 Conceptual
system relevant to my discipline:
understanding of
The control system software knowledge was used during the
the mathematics,
installation and engineering of the distributed control system
numerical analysis,
in BOPL and Logic development for Rotary valve stepping
statistics and
logic. CE1.12,CE1.13,
computer and
CE2.8,CE2.9,
information
Used the windows based WIN OPI and WIN SETUP for CE3.11,CE3.15
sciences which
ATG installation and commissioning. Also, used them to
underpin the
configure trends and reports.
engineering
discipline
Application of computer sciences including knowledge
management and communication tools:
Use of basic knowledge of computer science and knowledge
management and communication tools in coordinating,
scheduling and monitoring the project using MS
Project/office.
 Application of technical knowledge & skills in Process
plant Piping and engineering drawings:
I applied the knowledge of P&ID’s (piping and instrument
diagram) to calculate I/O’s of BOPL oil refinery project.
Also, I identified the duplication in the P&IDs which lead to
a decrease in total number of I/O’s that were to be ordered
and also the verification of control philosophies as per the
plant P&IDs.
The instrument loop drawings were consulted in order to
PE1.3 In-depth install and subsequently updated them as per the field CE2.5,CE2.8,
understanding of conditions. CE2.7,CE2.12,
specialist bodies of New loop drawings were developed for new control loops CE3.9,CE3.11
knowledge within and were updated in the records. C.E1.8,CE1.12,
the engineering The review and execution as per the design document for the CE1.9,CE1.4,
discipline ATG project and subsequent changes incorporated in the As CE3.7,CE3.8,
BUILT where necessary. CE3.14
Used MS VISIO to create network topologies and still pipe
modification for mounting ATG.
Developed Functional Design Specifications for Rotary
Valve.
Application of relevant international codes for
instrumentation and control field in process plants:
I applied the international codes that govern the installation
of field instruments namely API 551 and NFPA 497 etc.
Aware of new and advanced technologies that impacts my
engineering discipline:
I am close contact with all the automation companies and
therefore in touch with the latest development in the field to
automation and control. The use of Radar type level
PE1.4 Discernment transmitter instead of conventional DP type is a good
of knowledge example of that. Also, the installation of state of the art
development and inventory management system in BOPL. CE3.6,
research directions I decoded the old system and identified areas for smart CE1.5,CE1.12
within the instrumentation design while studying the technical dossiers
engineering of rotary valve control system.
discipline
Application of digital protocol during signal transmission
instead of analog one:
The industrial automation is rapidly moving towards digital
protocol for signal transmission, I used the same to transmit
signal to our CCR instead of analog signals.
 Knowledge regarding importance of business &
corporate objective:
The background and criticality of ATG inventory
management system & DCS was realized and the project
was completed in the allocated time and budget. CE1.2.CE1.13,
I proposed to replace the turbine flow meter with coriolis one CE2.7,CE2.13,
envisaging their inherent benefits for RV pump around CE3.9,CE3.10
service.
RV Dome pressure SP was adjusted keeping in view safe
PE1.5 Knowledge
operating limits and avoiding damage to the Teflon sheet.
of contextual
Smooth coordination between different interfaces:
factors impacting
I coordinated with different interfaces namely Process, .
the engineering
Operation etc for execution and planning DCS and RV CE3.14,CE3.16,
discipline
commissioning project. CE3.9,CE1.9,
No time delay in project due to still pipe modification CE2.7
proposed after discussion with interfaces.
Identification of the roles and capabilities of engineering
workforce:
Regularly evaluated the performance and capabilities of my CE2.7,CE2.10,
team (contractor and additional skilled manpower) and CE3.4
defined the outcomes and KPIs to track the objectives.

Understanding the scope and deliverables of the projects:

Clear understandings as to what are the deliverables and the
scope of the engineering project assigned. After the CE1.5,CE1.14
completion, handed over to the assigned department after CE2.3,CE2.13
punch listing. CE3.2,CE3.14,
Adherence to quality and accountable for the project CE3.16
quality and timely completion:
As the project engineer, did not compromise on quality and
used strict measures to counter low quality material being
PE1.6 used in projects. Also, regular audits to cross check for any
Understanding of discrepancies. Use of armored cable along with wrapping for CE1.10,CE1.8,
the scope, moisture protection in ATG project. CE3.14
principles, norms, I witnessed the SAT of the RV control system delivered at
accountabilities site by all aspects so as to ensure performance of the system.
and bounds of Understand the importance of safety and hazardous
contemporary areas classification in the process plants:
engineering I ensured the EHS policies of the company are met during
practice in the the execution of the projects and minimized the happening of CE1.7,CE1.11,
specific discipline accidents. Regular safety and tool box talks carried out and CE3.9,CE3.14
ensure compliance of PPEs.
Use of hazardous area classified instrumentation in the
applicable area as per the standard.
Understanding of the fundamental principles of
engineering project management:
I used fundamental principle of project management i.e. plan CE1.5,CE1.10,
first and then carryout the activity to complete the projects CE2.6,CE2.7,
with regular follow-ups. CE3.4,CE,3.13
PE2 ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
Use of latest and proven technology to cater specific
engineering issues:
Use of digital protocol for signal transmission for ATG CE1.12,CE1.2
system and from tank farm to the DCS. CE1.10
Use of radar based non-contact based technology for catering
the reliable measurement for tank levels.
PE2.1 Application
Supply of substandard material, where I rejected the
of established
material, officially warned the suppliers and demanded for
engineering
replacement.
methods to
Conceptualizes alternative engineering approaches and
complex
evaluates potential outcomes against appropriate
engineering
criteria:
problem solving
I possess the ability to select an optimal approach that is CE1.6,CE1.9
deliverable in practice and justify and defend the selection. CE2.7,CE2.9,
During my projects like DCS and ATG installation and CE2.12,CE3.9,
commissioning, I have analyzed the root problem and apply CE3.10,CE3.11
the system to rectify it sometimes changing the design.

Review and application of standards and codes of

practice:
All the field installation for the projects were soundly done
on the API 551 governing the field installation of CE1.7,CE3.9
instruments and hazardous area classification NFPA 497

Investigation of chronic issues using research based

knowledge and proposed solution to cater it:
Diagnosed and troubleshoot the bed
misalignment problem of Rotary valve. CE3.11,CE2.9
Resolved the configuration issues of complex
control loops while reviewing DCS control logics.
PE2.2 Fluent Identification, selection and application of materials,
application of resources and equipment with direct impact on projects:
engineering Correct selection of instruments and suppliers as per the
techniques, tools requirement was one of the most important aspect of ATG CE1.6,CE2.7,
and resources project success. CE3.5,CE2.5
Use of old marshalling cabinets saved cost and time.
Selection of ABB’s control system which was same as ESD
system in place in order to minimize the spares and
inventory holding cost.

Determine and calculate the working limits of various

instrument: CE3.10,CE1.13
Calculated the set point of RV dome pressure control loop to
be within safe working limits.
Auditing of Tanks critical parameters such as tank reference
height, PT distance from datum point, and liquid volume per
5mm (using strapping tables).
Application of Engineering softwares for configuration
and installation: CE1.13,
Extensive use of key softwares for ATG installation and CE2.9,CE2.10,
configuration such as WIN OPI and SETUP. CE3.11,CE3.12
Use of Yokogawa’s System View and Graphic builder for
control logic engineering and incorporation as per the control
philosophies.
Development of RV control logics using ABB Control
Builder and Engineering studio.

Quality assurance for spares and processes:

Quality and quantity of spares were insured through CE1.7,CE1.10,
inspection on all projects. Through verification and follow CE2.10,CE2.9,
up on DCS installation project enabled me to identify and CE3.11,CE3.14
rectify the quality related issues.

Understanding the role of systematic management for the

maintenance of plant: CE1.5,CE1.8,
I prepared the AS BUILT for the ATG , DCS and RV project CE2.11,CE2.13,
to ensure that the documentation is up to date for future CE3.12,CE3.13,
modification and maintenance. CE3.15
 Executed and Lead complete design project by carrying
out task such as:
Understood the contract and design document for the scope CE1.5,CE2.4
of work and the deliverables. CE3.4,

Always kept the objective of the organization ahead for any CE1.2,CE1.14
decision. The Rotary Valve, DCS and Inventory management CE2.2,CE2.6,
systems had a great impact on the performance of the CE3.2,CE3.5,
company. CE3.17

Used the guidance of the API 551 and NFPA497 code that CE1.7,CE1.11,
govern the process instrument installation during the turn CE3.9
around and instrumentation projects.

Material calculation on the basis of the defined scope was CE2.5,CE2.7,

PE2.3 Application
generated and then the spares were ordered keeping in mind CE3.5,CE3.8
of systematic
the lead time.
engineering
synthesis and
As a basic engineering principle, each of the control module CE2.6,CE2.9,
design processes
was thoroughly reviewed before downloaded into the CE1.7
controller as per the control philosophy. Also, the timely
inspection of project goods to address any discrepancies.

Proposed alternate installation of radar tank gauging on still CE1.9

pipe after little modification

Produced engineering specification for ordering of CE1.6,CE3.7

instrument cables, cable trays, cable glands and instruments CE2.12
for various projects. Performed loop checks for continuity

Used the MS Project software to monitor the actual versus CE1.10,CE2.3,

planned progress of the project as per the given timelines. CE2.8,CE3.2,
CE3.3

PE2.4 Application Ability to execute and manage engineering projects both

of systematic as team leader and team member:
approaches to the I used my technical and managerial skills to plan, execute CE1.5,CE1.6
conduct and the inventory management system using the advance ATG on CE1.8,CE1.10
management of our refining unit tank farm. CE1.14
engineering
projects
Able to manage project with supervising the vendor and CE2.7,CE2.8,
coordination with internal customer for DCS project. CE2.10

Clearly understanding the scope, timeline and cost of

engineering projects:
Clear understanding of the scope and the execution of the CE1.10,CE1.5
project. Immaculate planning done well before the start of CE2.4,CE2.8
the project and closely following up the actual Versus CE3.4,CE3.12
planned progress throughout the project.
 CE2.8,
CE1.9

Taken into consideration unique issues and proposed CE1.7,CE1.9

solution:
Due to the long lead time and cost of New panel, I proposed
to refurbish the existing panels and get them painted from
local workshops to be employed as Marshalling cabinets.
Designed a Still-well for manual and automatic readings.

Timely inspected and picked up the unavailability of the CE2.7

software dongle at the very start of the project which can
lead to a delay as it had a long lead time. Also, the proposal
to modify the existing still pipe for ATG installation.

Designed the interconnecting cables from I/O cabinet to

Marshalling cabinets which saved time and cost if given to
any design company.

PE3 PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Aware and practiced the Ethics:
Understands the value of ethics and integrity for self and the CE1.10,
organization as per Engineers Australia - Code of Ethics.
Used principles Ethics in communication with suppliers.

Due diligence in certification and compliance processes:

PE3.1 Ethical Understands avenues available to report a questionable CE1.7,CE1.11,
conduct and practice and takes action on it when deemed appropriate or CE2.5
professional communicate to superiors.
accountability
Accountability for safety and protection of people and
environment:

Ensured that each job is discussed before commencement CE1.7

and tool box talk is conducted.
 Use of effective oral and written communication skills:
I possess strong coordination and communication skills.
Demonstrated successful project presentations, conducted CE1.7,CE1.14,
Interdepartmental meetings for project review. I effectively CE2.7,CE2.10,
participate in discussions with contractors, suppliers and CE3.7,CE3.15
other departments. I am capable enough to present my
views clearly and precisely.

Ability to Express information effectively, issue

instructions, engage in discussions and use of textual,
diagrammatic and graphical media:
Prepared and presented sketches of still pipe modification
and network topology for ATG project.
Communicated the issue of wrong I/O calculations based on
the working on P&IDs. Also, prepared the connection CE1.9,CE1.12,
PE3.2 Effective oral
drawing for all the plant loops from I/O cabinets to CE2.5,CE3.15
and written
marshalling cabinets. Prepared a detailed list of Rotary
communication in
Valve sub control system communication variables to be
professional and lay
interfaced with the Plant DCS.
domains
I used my ability to extract, maintain, use and document
data available. I am well proficient in Microsoft Office
Suite and other engineering software's.

Effective presentation of project high quality

documents such as project and progress reports,
proposals, design records and drawings and
presentations:
Prepared and presented comprehensive Project reports to CE1.9,CE1.14,
the top management for the project assigned. CE1.15,CE3.7,
CE3.12,CE3.17
I prepared several communication topologies and design
modification through use of MS VISIO.

PE3.3 Creative Used innovative approaches to resolve problems and

innovative and development of solutions:
proactive demeanor I put forward the innovative idea for the use of the same
still pipe with modification which enabled online CE1.9,CE2.7,
installation of the ATG system on the critical crude oil tanks CE3.9
and use of old marshalling cabinets for cost saving.
Replaced and sized the Coriolis flowmeter to overcome the
design issues associated with the turbine meter previously
installed at RV pump around.

In touch with developments in engineering discipline: CE2.11,CE1.12

Implementing the advanced Consolidated Alarm
Management System (CAMS) to group and manage alarms
as per ISA 18.2. Also use of digital protocol for signal
transmission instead of analog one.
 Interest in other engineering disciplines:
Through my interest in Operations, Process Engineering, I
was able to get to the bottom of Zone calculations to better CE3.10
understand the Molex process. Also due to this keen interest
I could sort out a key process issue during the startup of
Molex Rotary valve hydraulic system.
Effective utilization and extraction of information
available:
Use of mechanical drawing of tanks to note the dimensions CE1.13,CE2.5,
used in ATG system commissioning. CE2.7,CE3.8
Extensive revision of P&IDs and PFDs enabled me to
calculate the exact I/Os required for the plant.
PE3.4 Professional The preparation of the interconnecting cable diagram and
use and subsequent ordering of multipair cable for the same based
management of on my created document.
information
Assessment of the design document and their reliability:
Assessment of the design documents with respect to CE1.8,
physical limitations on ground. This lead to several revision CE2.7,CE2.8,
of the design document and subsequent incorporation in the CE3.6,CE3.8
AS BUILT of the project. Many inaccuracies were
identified and proposed viable alternatives.

Exploitation of project management skills for my

projects:
The management of a project from start till completion was CE1.15,CE2.14,
through firm planning and regular meetings. This CE3.4,CE3.17
perspective helped me to understand the managerial skills to
resolve technical issues as well as helped me in the
management program at one of the top business schools of
the country where I was enrolled.

Use of time and recourse management;

I used the allocated time for each task and effectively CE1.7,CE1.9
PE3.5 Orderly arranged all the activities accordingly. The critical path
management of self, activities were marked first to ensure they are not delayed. I
and professional simultaneous actions to manage time and processes to
conduct achieve the projects goals and objectives.

Application of logic and intellectual criteria to analysis

and decision making:
Put forward the idea to keep different sampling times on
different Operator Work Stations which was hailed by the CE2.11,
plant top management. I calculated the inter connecting CE1.6,CE3.12
cable between I/O and marshalling cabinets keeping in
mind that one terminal board uses 3 nos 12 pair cable with 4
pair spares.
I decided to allocate a separate window pane for operator
guide messages, operator inputs and back end calculations
in RV graphics and convinced my manager.
 Exhibited effective lead role being a team member by
becoming effective part of a diverse team:

Took part in several coordination, planning meetings to

discuss the jobs prior to any activity. CE1.15,
My visit to the oil terminal to audit the new system and CE3.12,CE3.17
provide guidelines to them show the diverse team work to
achieve mutual corporate goals.
Also worked as an effective team member during the DCS
& Rotary valve projects and effectively utilized my ability
for the realization of the common goal and during that
resolve multi-level and multi-disciplinary issues. The
successful commissioning of RV and first of its kind
Isomerization unit in Pakistan is a symbol of team work.

Developing the culture of listening and honoring each

others’ point of views in our team. Trust building and fair CE2.8,CE2.13,
distribution of tasks and responsibilities. Another aspect CE1.14
was the close coordination between the project and
PE3.6 Effective
commissioning teams, thereby killing the punch lists
team membership
created by them without any undue cry about the points
and team leadership.
raised.

Showed my ability to lead a team of diversified

discipline understanding of fundamentals of team
dynamics:
I used effective team leadership skills by debriefing in CE2.7,CE2.10,
several coordination meetings, developed good CE3.9,CE3.12,
communication and effective reporting and ensured timely CE3.13,CE3.17,
transformation of information within my team during all CE1.9,CE1.14
projects covered in the career episodes. Also, focused on
achieving the targets in adverse conditions as highlighted in
the ATG project. This lead to the timely achievement of
targets within the allocated budget with close coordination
with my team members and other departments. Ultimately,
appreciating my industrious and skillful work the
management promoted me and awarded subsequent
challenging tasks.