Waleed Amjad Awan
Airport Systems Engineer
RedSea Intl. Airport | waleedawan@outlook.com | +966548115890
Professional Summary
Multidisciplinary engineer with 9+ years of experience in control systems, special airport systems, and critical infrastructure in
aviation and energy sectors. Strong expertise in AGL systems, including runway/taxiway lighting, ILCMS/ALCMS, RVR, and ILS.
Skilled in SCADA/DCS integration, UPS systems, generator synchronization, excitation control, and LV/MV switchgear
maintenance. Currently Site Lead Engineer – Special Systems Maintenance at Red Sea International Airport, ensuring
operational continuity, ICAO/GACA compliance, and cross-functional coordination for safe, efficient airport operations.
CORE STRENGTHS & ENABLING SKILLS
▪ AGL/ALCMS/ILCMS ▪ System Automation ▪ Planning & Scheduling PM
▪ Project Management & Control ▪ Energy Storage Solutions ▪ MV /LV / ELV Systems
▪ Contract Management ▪ Instrument Calibration & Control ▪ Team Building & Leadership Skills
EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION
▪ Master of Science in Electrical Engineering ▪ Member of SCE - Saudi Engineering Council
▪ Bachelors of Science in Mechatronincs ▪ Member of PEC - Pakistan Engineering Council
Engineering ▪ Member of PMI - Project Management Institute
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
From Jan 2024 ~ Continued
Employer: Honeywell
Name of Project: RedSea International Airport
Designation: Field Service Engineer (Team Lead)
▪ Leading maintenance and integration of special airport systems ensuring 24/7 operational readiness.
▪ Developed emergency response protocols and SOPs aligned with ICAO and GACA regulations.
▪ Performed integration of Medium Voltage (MV) equipment—including switchgear
and transformers—with Direct Digital Control Panels, streamlining centralized monitoring and automated
power control.
▪ Performed advanced integration of Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring Systems (ALCMS/ILCMS) with
the BMS platform, enabling centralized control, fault diagnostics, and energy-efficient airside
lighting operations.
▪ Diagnosed and resolved AFTN communication faults, restoring reliable data exchange essential for
aeronautical operations.
▪ Integrated AVIMET–ATIS via AFTN ports, enabling real-time automated weather broadcasts
for ATC and pilots,improving flight safety and efficiency.
▪ Resolved faults and integrated Far Field Monitor (NORMARC-7720) with ILS (NORMARC-
7000), enhancing approach precision and runway safety.
▪ Integrated Central Battery Systems with BMS via DDC for real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and efficient
emergency lighting emergency control.
From Dec 2019 ~ Sep 2023
Employer: AL FAJR International-(AFI)
Name of Projects: Marala & Chianwali Hydropower Plant
Designation: Senior Engineer Instrumentation & Control (Section Head)
▪ Led integration, and maintenance of SCADA and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) across
two hydropower plants, ensuring seamless monitoring and control from field instrumentation to
central operations.
▪ Configured and tested protection relays for generators, transformers, and busbars, ensuring
fault detection, isolation, and compliance with IEC/IEEE standards.
▪ Optimized generator excitation systems and governor parameters, enhancing
system response,frequency stability, and load sharing during varying operational conditions.
▪ Led the integration of MV and LV equipment with SCADA systems, improving control precision and
real-time diagnostics for high-voltage operations.
▪ Developed and implemented load flow studies, fault current analysis, and protection
coordination schemes for power distribution networks.
From Sept 2017 ~ Nov 2019 Employer:
AL FAJR International-(AFI)
Name of Projects: Marala Hydropower Plant
Designation: Instrumentation & Control Engineer
▪ Programmed and tested PLCs and RTUs, ensuring robust automation and redundancy within
power generation and auxiliary systems.
▪ Conducted system testing, commissioning, and calibration for instrumentation loops, sensors, and actuators
across MV, LV, and ELV domains.
▪ Performed maintenance and diagnostics of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) , ensuring continuous
backup power and supporting energy balancing.
▪ Executed comprehensive testing and calibration of instrumentation loops (sensors, transmitters, actuators)
across MV, LV, and ELV systems, ensuring precise control and monitoring.
▪ Delivered comprehensive alarm rationalization, HMI design, and SCADA control logic refinement to improve
operational situational awareness.
▪ Applied predictive maintenance techniques using SCADA analytics to reduce downtime and extend
equipment life cycles.
▪ Liaised with OEMs, regulatory bodies, and engineering consultants for technical audits, system
upgrades,and documentation to ensure alignment with international standards.
TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES
▪ Automation Systems : Honeywell EBI, ONYX (Notifier) , Genetec, Maxpro (VMS), VESDA, Integrated Security Suite,
SCADA (E-Tap & Naari Relays),
▪ Special Systems: AVIMET , ALCMS/ILCMS, ILS, TDAS, & BHS
▪ Protocols: BACnet/IP, AFTN, Modbus, SNMPs, RS485 & RS232, TCP/IP, MS/TP
▪ Tools: UNISM, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Dynsim, OSI PI, NR Electric, EPLAN-P8, Maximo, Primavera P6
▪ Networking: Cisco ISE, RADIUS, VLANs, BBMDs, L3 Routing
▪ Programming: Ladder Logic, PythonC (Scripting) , HMI Design,
Certifications
▪ Project Management Professional (Certification # 4029263)
▪ ITIL 4 ® (Certificate # GR671753380WA)
▪ Export Compliance Certification
▪ FAS NOTIFIER CERTIFICATION (Certificate #: ISP/131-667/242374)
▪ Building Management System (EBI, CPO)
▪ MAXPRO VMS AND NVR (R790)
▪ Integrated Security Suite
▪ Public Address & Voice Alarm System (VARIODYN D1, PAMMi Plus)
Trainings
▪ Power Quality & Harmonic Distortion ▪ Dielectric and electric insulation materials
▪ Digitalization in Power Distribution Boards ▪ Honeywell Experion PKS R410 DCS
▪ ETAP Intelligent Digital Substation ▪ Johnson Controls (Metasys)
▪ ETAP Motor Acceleration studies ▪ Siemens TIAPortal, Simatic Manager, WinCC
▪ ETAP ePPC Power Plant controller ▪ Yokogawa Centum CS 3000, Centum VP
▪ ETAP eProtect- Protection Asset Management system ▪ UPS (Schneider)
▪ Aviation - ILS, PAPI & MLS ▪ Flight Information Display System (FIDS)
▪ Aviation: Aircraft Ground Support Equipment ▪ Travel Document Authorisation System (TDAS)
▪ Aviation: Airport Ramp Safety Course
▪ Introduction to ADB SAFEGATE
▪ HLC Control system, SCADA and Pump Change
▪ ALIS Fundamentals and On-Site Registration ▪ Access Control System (LENEL)
▪ Passenger Screening System (PSS) ▪ Physical Security Information Management
▪ Perimeter Intrusion Detection (PIDS) System (PSIM) (Genetec)
▪ Automatic Number Plate Reader (ANPR) (Gatekeeper) ▪ Under Vehicle Surveillance System (UVSS)
▪ Pump systems & system management ▪ Integrated Security Suite
▪ Network Management System ▪ SCADA System (NR Electric)
▪ ALCMS/ILCMS (Honeywell) ▪ Battery Energy Storage System (NR Electric)
