HUSSAM HADDAD, (P.Eng.

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Electrical Engineer
(403) 971-8966 | hussam72.haddad@gmail.com | www.linkedin.com/in/hussamhaddad
Profile: Over 18 years of Electrical Engineering proficiency with proven track record of completing multi-disciplinary
mega, medium and small-scale projects on schedule and within approved budgets. Able to plan, control and manage
projects from conceptual phase, engineering, and construction till close out. Excellent interpersonal and problem solving
skills, results driven attitude to manage projects independently or contribute as a team player

QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
 MV/HV Substation and Switchgear Design  Experience and Knowledge in NEC, NFPA, IEEE,
 Contract Negotiations CSA and NETA standards
 Project Management  Root Cause Failure Analysis RCFA Investigation

DESIGN EXPERIENCE
 Designed auxiliary power systems on a 2000MW four converter stations for Eastern and Western Alberta Power and
Transmission HVDC mega projects for Altalink and ATCO
 Directed engineering design of $200 million project contract for upstream Seven Generations Natural Gas Liquid Power
Plant. Managed, designed and controlled critical delivery schedule of $3M project contract for Pulp and Paper project in
Thunder Bay
 Coordinated Keystone XL Pipeline project site activities, inspected all equipment and materials supplied for 22 pump-
stations. Over $550M contract for the mechanical and electrical equipment delivery, testing, supervision and start up
activities
 Developed project deliverables including;
o One Line and Three Line Diagrams o MCC’s, UPS and Automatic Transfer System
o Substation Automation and Communication o Transformers and Diesel Generators
o PLC and Ground Grid o Conductor sizing and Cable Raceway
o Load Calculations & ARC Flash Study o Battery Banks and Battery Chargers
o Hazardous Area Classification

SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE
 Electrical Power Systems Design Study-Load Flow and Short Circuit
 Project planning and scheduling meetings with internal team, safety personnel, engineering, project manager and regular
meetings with clients and contractors
 Exceptional time management and organizational skills and proven ability to complete project deliverables of multiple
concurrent project assignments on time and on budget
 Assisted Construction Manager in resolving design contradictions, prepared permits to work, organizing work activities,
reviewed test results and coordinated retesting requirement
 Reported on progress on projects for quality assurance on a weekly basis
 Performed as lead engineer on up to $550 million, developed and maintained man-hour budgets, manpower
requirements and project schedules
 Assigned work to electrical personnel to ensure the best utilization of their knowledge and capabilities
 Planned, scheduled, managed and coordinated program of assigned engineering projects
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 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Electrical Engineer/ Project Manager, Qulliq Energy Corporation, Iqaluit, NU 09/2019
Responsible for providing power generation technical support and electrical system design services for multiple projects
throughout the project cycle from conceptual design until project completion
 Key Accomplishments
 Determining technical design details and criteria, project planning, and materials selection
 Creating bid packages, specifications and technical contracts for building new power plants, upgrading existing facilities,
including gensets, and control and protection equipment replacements
 Evaluating electrical and control systems and issuing technical study reports for possible future projects and upgrades
 Preparing project brief and cost analysis for Government of Nunavut budget approval
 Participating in proponents’ evaluation during bidding stage and providing design support.
 Supervising and managing contractors and vendors during project planning, front end and detailed engineering design,
construction and job execution until final completion and project closing
 Performing on-site electrical inspection and supervision during construction and project execution
 Ensuring capital projects and operational & maintenance related projects are on schedule and within budget in
collaboration with other disciplines and stakeholders

Facilities Engineer, Canadian Natural Resources limited, Fort McMurray, AB 2018-2019

Contributed to detailed design, construction, commissioning and start up at Kirby North Phase #1 $1.4B SAGD Oil
Sands in Situ project
 Key Accomplishments
 Provided leadership and directions to multiple stakeholders regarding site activities, technical interfaces and work
packages, in order to mitigate obstacles and safely expedite task execution on time
 Supported multiple site construction activities to expedite work progress through providing approved drawings and
addressing materials deficiencies in a timely manner
 Reviewed vendor control schematics and engineering drawings in consistent with site inquiries providing design changes
and new directions to meet project requirement
 Maintained on going working relationship with other discipline engineers, area managers, suppliers, project controls and
construction team members. Ensured that technical documentation and electrical drawings are executed per design
 Prepared and approved Site Instructions SI, Engineering Change Notice ECN and Field Requisition to manage changes
and avoid conflict between parties

Commissioning Lead, GE Grid Solutions, Churchill Falls to St. John’s, NL 2016 – 2018
Tested, verified and inspected $800 million Lower Churchill HVDC Transmission and Distribution project on five
substations in Newfoundland and Labrador on a 900MW transmission line.
 Key Accomplishments
 Developed Medium Voltage Metal Clad 15KV Switchgear (20 Cells) commissioning specification and prepared
mechanical completion check sheets to ensure proper project monitoring and engineering best practices are fulfilled
 Reviewed and approved overhead and underground distribution activities, 138KV GIS (20 Bays), MiCOM Agile, ABB
and Alstom IEDs relays, 315/138KV 100MVA Power Transformers and HV AIS switchyard equipment drawings and
installation documents as well as supervised testing and commissioning activities
 Engaged executive management and key clients in problem solving negotiations
 Conducted tailboard daily meetings, to ensure continual safety, Lockout/Tagout procedure, PPE, and work permits for
personnel safety & risk mitigation resulting in 1.5 years accident free record
 Guided construction team to meet client expectations, avoiding time delay and organizational political complexity,
reducing lag time by 6 weeks
 Through calm diplomacy coordinated and directed engineers and technicians from multiple teams. Resolved conflict
resolutions resulting in increased efficiency of day-to-day operations

Senior Electrical Engineer, Schneider Electric, Calgary, AB 2013 – 2015

Directed engineering design for upstream Seven Generations Natural Gas Liquids Power Plant. Managed, designed and
consulted for the critical delivery schedule of contract for Pulp & Paper project in Thunder Bay

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  Key Accomplishments
 Rehabilitated five substations 13.8KV/480Vac provided complete design upgrade included medium and low voltage
switchgear, motor control centre, associated protection relays and meterings according to applicable standards
 Developed project phases, work packages, specifications and deadlines. Led 5-7 engineers on technical and supervisory
level to ensure final contracts on time and within budget
 Designed Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) & HMI configuration, Remote Terminal Units, and control system
architecture using Plot Plan, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and Instrument Index
 Evaluated bid packages control systems and detailed engineering design assured cohesiveness and consistency
 Organized 15-20 supervisors and technicians in the field. Concluded a 12-day assignment in a 6-day window due to time
constraint
Electrical Engineer, Siemens Power Grid, Calgary, AB 2011 – 2013
Designed 25KV auxiliary power systems on Eastern and Western Alberta Power and Transmission 500KV HVDC mega
projects for Altalink and ATCO
 Key Accomplishments
 Defined bill of material, scope of work, and prepared auxiliary power system technical specifications for both projects
 Maintained fluid communication with other disciplines engineers, vendors, contractors and senior management
 Directed substation design and procurement activities performed bid evaluations taking into consideration continuity of
service and technical design integrity. Engineered multi-lateral products and services 30% of my time
 Studied detailed engineering design drawings, equipment sizing, load list, single-line diagram and detailed drawings to
ensure compliance with building codes
Commissioning Manager, Siemens Energy, Calgary, AB 2009 – 2011
Coordinated Keystone XL Pipeline project site activities and allocated resources
 Key Accomplishment
 Developed engineering deliverables and promoted closure of Nonconformity Reports (NCRs) with correct
documentation that addressed customers concerns
 Participated in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) on ehouses substation power equipment to ensure product compliance
 Handled Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) through visual inspection and deploying PLC for monitoring and controlling states
of devices in conformity with approved drawings and protection philosophy
 Troubleshot and oversaw testing of 4160Vac 5750HP variable speed drives ROBICON Perfect Harmony applied
approved interlocking control philosophy and safety procedure
 Supervised 8-12 service engineers. Managed large-scale and complex projects across multiple products. Ensured effective
usage of project resources, cost effectiveness and timely delivery

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Master Degree of Applied Science, Electrical Power Engineering 1996
Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology, Moscow
 Site safety training certificates are up to date (Workplace Electrical Safety based on CSA Z462 and IEEE1584,
Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenanace- NFPA 70B, CSTS, WHIMIS, First Aid, H2S Alive, Fall
Protection, Power Line Hazards)
 Various workshops/ trainings; PMI Project Management ( Negotiations of Commercial Contracts; Project Leadership,
Management and Communications; Project Planning, Analysis and Control), Power Line Systems, Oil & Gas Canadian
Pipeline, Siemens PLC Programming, Schweitzer Protective Relays Control and Protection
SOFTWARE TECHNICAL SKILLS
 Microsoft Office, MS Project, SAP, GANTT Chart, AutoCAD
 Design of Overhead Transmission & Distribution Lines- PLS-CADD/ PLS-POLE
 ETAP Power System Analysis

AFFILIATIONS
 The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), License 137779
 NWT and Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG), License 2052
 The Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) member of PES/IAS Chapter
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