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Yasser Salem, Project Engineer (Operation & Maintenance)

Yasser Salem

Project Engineer (Operation & Maintenance)·Johnson Controls Arabia,

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Electrical Engineering (Communications

Work experience

Total years of experience: 8 years, 9 months

Project Engineer (Operation & Maintenance)

April 2021 - October 2025

Johnson Controls Arabia,

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

April 2021 - October 2025

• Manage power system, ensuring safety compliance for critical clients, and improvement in operational reliability.
• Manage and Supervised water-cooling chiller operations, and HVAC systems optimizing efficiency and assure the safety
protocols.
• Led troubleshooting efforts for instrumentation, PLC panels, and SCADA systems.
• Utilized Metasys Configuration tools for BMS and CCMS systems maintenance, ensuring consistent functionality.
• Implementing a proactive maintenance plan, and reliability analysis.
• Applied project management practices aligned with PMP methodology to plan and execute O&M scope.
• Developed a preventive maintenance plan and reliability analysis framework for critical building systems, by applying
CMRP reliability methods to close the gap toward the best-practice maintenance benchmarks.
• Trained engineers and technicians in operations and maintenance activities.

Company industry:
Manufacturing
Job role:
Engineering

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

June 2020 - December 2020

Batterjee Ice Cream & Juice Factory,

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

June 2020 - December 2020

• Oversaw operations and maintenance of Tetra Pak systems, ensuring compliance with food industry standards.
• Implemented PLC panel commissioning and troubleshooting, optimizing system stability and efficiency.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements to increasing production.

Company industry:
FMCG

Graduate Research Assistant

January 2018 - May 2019

University of the District of Columbia,

District of Columbia, United States

January 2018 - May 2019

• Conducted literature research on Low Rate-Denial of Service (LR-DoS) attacks, funded by the Army Research Office.
• Programmed and simulated cybersecurity scenarios using network simulation tools, enhancing defense strategies against
cyber threats.
• Published two articles in engineering education communities, disseminating findings and advancing knowledge in
cybersecurity.
• Literature research in (LR-DoS) attacks

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Graduate Teaching Assistant

August 2017 - May 2019

University of the District of Columbia,

District of Columbia, United States

August 2017 - May 2019

• Assisted faculty in instructional activities, exams, and project supervision.
• Procured instructional materials and equipment, facilitating direct learning experiences for students.
• Tutored students, promoting academic success and comprehension of complex engineering concepts.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

PDP Engineer (Instrumentation and Control)

January 2013 - January 2014

Marafiq

Yanbu, Saudi Arabia

January 2013 - January 2014

• Participated in a comprehensive rotational program focused on the operation and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems in power and water desalination plants.
• Gained hands-on experience with transmitters, control valves, analyzers, and PLC/DCS systems used in utility plants. Supported operational activities including troubleshooting of signal loops, device calibrations, and field verifications.
Worked alongside senior engineers to monitor system health and resolve faults affecting plant performance.
Applied safety procedures and quality checks in alignment with ISO and OHSAS standards during routine tasks.
Engaged in team briefings, plant walkthroughs, and technical reporting to support ongoing operations and improvement efforts. Developed understanding of the integration between mechanical, electrical, and control systems within the utility process flow.

Company industry:
Utilities

Electrical Engineer

December 2012 - March 2013

Nesma & Partners LTD. Company

Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

December 2012 - March 2013

• Ensured adherence to Aramco standards in construction projects, maintaining high quality and safety standards.
• Utilized AutoCAD for design review and approval, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
• Conducted regular meetings with construction teams to monitor progress and address project challenges.
• Collaborated with technicians to troubleshoot and resolve electrical and instrumentation issues promptly.
• Provided detailed reports to project management, facilitating informed decision-making and project oversight.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Construction and Building

Avionics Engineer Trainee

June 2011 - August 2011

Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

June 2011 - August 2011

• Reviewed and developed designs for avionics instrumentation, ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards.
• Conducted repairs and inspections on aircraft avionic systems, ensuring optimal functionality and safety.
• Collaborated with pilots and aviation engineers to address flight safety and electronic navigation system issues.
• Contributed to the final inspection process, ensuring aircraft readiness and compliance with operational standards.

Company industry:
Airlines
Job role:
Maintenance, Repair, and Technician

Avionics Technician Coop-Trainee

June 2009 - September 2009

Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

June 2009 - September 2009

• Acquired comprehensive knowledge of aviation systems and equipment maintenance procedures.
• Rotated through radio and instrument departments, gaining hands-on experience in avionics equipment maintenance.
• Supported the maintenance of avionics equipment in aircraft, ensuring reliability and operational readiness.
• Collaborated closely with supervisors and inspectors to verify work quality and adherence to safety protocols.

Company industry:
Airlines
Job role:
Maintenance, Repair, and Technician

Education

University of the District of Columbia

May 2019

May 2019

Master's degree, Electrical Engineering (Communications

United States

Yanbu Industrial College

June 2012

June 2012

Bachelor's degree, Electronics Engineering Technology

Saudi Arabia

Yanbu Industrial College

October 2009

October 2009

Higher diploma, Instrumentation Technology

Saudi Arabia

Skills

Leadership

Expert

Computers

Expert

Management

Expert

Engineering

Expert

Analyze, investigate and, solve problems

Expert

Communications skills

Expert

Management skills

Intermediate

Customer Services

Beginner

CONTROL SYSTEMS

Intermediate

ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS

Intermediate

HVAC

Intermediate

IMPLEMENT PROJECTS

Intermediate

INSTRUMENTATION

Intermediate

LECTURING

Intermediate

PROJECT ENGINEERING

Intermediate

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Intermediate

SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITION SCADA

Intermediate

Leadership

Expert

Computers

Expert

Management

Expert

Engineering

Expert

AutoCAD

Expert

QC

Expert

Inspection

Expert

QA QC Engineering

Expert

Quality Inspection

Expert

Installation

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Testing

Expert

BUILDING AUTOMATION

Intermediate

COMPOSITE MATERIALS

Intermediate

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Intermediate

VENDOR MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

Production

Intermediate

Planning

Expert

Testing and Commissioning

Expert

CROSS FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

Intermediate

IT INFRASTRUCTURE

Intermediate

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

Memberships

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

92722774

March 2008

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Cloud Computing Basics
AutoCAD Electrical – Electrical Designers
Industrial IoT – Google Cloud Platform
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) – SMRP
Cloud Computing Basics – Cloud Institute
AutoCAD Electrical – Electrical Designers
Industrial IoT – Google Cloud Platform
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Society Maintenance & Reliability Professional
Jan 2025 - Jan 2028
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) – SMRP
Cloud Computing Basics
AutoCAD Electrical – Electrical Designers
Industrial IoT – Google Cloud Platform
Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical 2020 For Electrical Designers
Jul 2020
Cloud Computing Basics ( Cloud 101)
Jul 2020
Industrial IoT on Google Cloud Platform
Jul 2020

Training
Mr. Yasser Salem and Dr. Paul Cotae” Distributed Denial of Service Attacks Detection Using Fisher
American Society for Engineering Education
Oct 2018
Mr. Yasser Salem and Dr. Paul Cotae” Denial of Service Attacks Detection Using Fisher Statistical
American Society for Engineering Education
Apr 2018
• Young Scientists Competition
Jeddah Science and Technology Center
Apr 2003
Made Sciences
Jeddah Science and Technology Center
Apr 1999
Process control 1
Yanbu Industrial College
Mar 2008
General Safety
Saudia Airlines
May 2011
Power Plan Engineering
Marafiq, Royal Commission, Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
May 2013