Yousuf Irfan Zia, PhD
Head (Electrical Engineering) at Ziauddin University- Claim this Profile
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Muhammad Rashid
I have worked with Yousuf for more than 10 years and I am highly impressed with his two major capabilities (1) a solution oriented approach always brought a great contribution in the project. (2) A very effective project management using state-of-the-art time and cost estimation tools. Due to his highly dedicated and professional attitude as a project manager, the technical team in the project obtained many direct and indirect benefits.
Atif Siddiqui, PhD
Yousuf Irfan is a hardworking and dedicated individual. Due to his technical and management expertise he is able to complete difficult projects in time
Muhammad Rashid
I have worked with Yousuf for more than 10 years and I am highly impressed with his two major capabilities (1) a solution oriented approach always brought a great contribution in the project. (2) A very effective project management using state-of-the-art time and cost estimation tools. Due to his highly dedicated and professional attitude as a project manager, the technical team in the project obtained many direct and indirect benefits.
Atif Siddiqui, PhD
Yousuf Irfan is a hardworking and dedicated individual. Due to his technical and management expertise he is able to complete difficult projects in time
Muhammad Rashid
I have worked with Yousuf for more than 10 years and I am highly impressed with his two major capabilities (1) a solution oriented approach always brought a great contribution in the project. (2) A very effective project management using state-of-the-art time and cost estimation tools. Due to his highly dedicated and professional attitude as a project manager, the technical team in the project obtained many direct and indirect benefits.
Atif Siddiqui, PhD
Yousuf Irfan is a hardworking and dedicated individual. Due to his technical and management expertise he is able to complete difficult projects in time
Muhammad Rashid
I have worked with Yousuf for more than 10 years and I am highly impressed with his two major capabilities (1) a solution oriented approach always brought a great contribution in the project. (2) A very effective project management using state-of-the-art time and cost estimation tools. Due to his highly dedicated and professional attitude as a project manager, the technical team in the project obtained many direct and indirect benefits.
Atif Siddiqui, PhD
Yousuf Irfan is a hardworking and dedicated individual. Due to his technical and management expertise he is able to complete difficult projects in time
Experience
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Ziauddin University
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Pakistan
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Head (Electrical Engineering)
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Feb 2022 - Present
• Managing operations, efficiently allocating resources, and achieving tangible progress and growth. • Defining goals, tracking progress, achieving a 90% success in objectives. • Directing progress, streamlining budgets, and involving stakeholders in critical decision-making processes. • Driving mission-aligned leadership, aiming for a 10% student enrollment increase in 2 years. • Addressing challenges, targeting for a 10% improvement in student satisfaction in 2 years. • Attracting talent, nurturing innovation, expanding industry partnerships by 10% in 5 years. • Leading research as Principal Investigator, securing 25% more international project funding within 5 years. • Delivering quality lectures, ensuring 90% satisfaction while emphasizing active learning and critical thinking. Show less
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Saudi Advance Economic Solution (SAES)
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Makkah - Saudi Arabia
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Chief Technology Officer
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May 2021 - Dec 2021
• Led digital tech adoption, improving productivity by 20% through a new work flow management system. • Managed TETRA network in two cities for 300+ users, achieving 99.9% uptime. • Performed feasibility study for PoC radio network service implementation in Saudi Arabia. • Oversaw a BMS at King Abdul Aziz Medical City for 751 beds in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. • Developed and implemented tech resource optimization plan, reducing costs by 15%. • Led digital tech adoption, improving productivity by 20% through a new work flow management system. • Managed TETRA network in two cities for 300+ users, achieving 99.9% uptime. • Performed feasibility study for PoC radio network service implementation in Saudi Arabia. • Oversaw a BMS at King Abdul Aziz Medical City for 751 beds in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. • Developed and implemented tech resource optimization plan, reducing costs by 15%.
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Umm Al-Qura University
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Saudi Arabia
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Manager and Lecturer
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Feb 2011 - Apr 2021
• Directed complex industrial project design, managing engineering teams for development and implementation. • Served as project manager at the Science and Technology Unit, managing 5 projects with a total budget of USD 2.6 million, representing 8.5% of the overall project portfolio valued at USD 31.7 million. • Developed and enforced policies, monitored progress, and ensured compliance, achieving 99% on-time delivery. • Contributed to ABET accreditation, successfully completing two site visits in 6 years. • Taught undergraduate courses and supervised lab sessions with a student satisfaction rating of 95%. • Designed and established 8 engineering labs that met all ABET requirements. Show less
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Leading Solutions Interface Inc.
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Karachi - Pakistan
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Group Head Automation & Communication Division
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Jan 2007 - Jan 2011
• Headed automation and communication projects in the engineering and energy sectors. • Supervised large-scale projects, assessed performance, and seamlessly integrated complex systems. • Delivered crucial solutions for the Karkey rental power project, a USD 564.54 million 4-year endeavor: - Identified optimal connection points on the map for power ship to integrate KESC’s 132 KV system. - Conducted load-flow studies for a 231.8 MW diesel-powerd plant, ensuring power plant reliability. - Selected a 132 KV substation site and provided grid station equipment specifications, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and standards. Show less
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Dynamics Engineering
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Karachi - Pakistan
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Electronic Engineer
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Feb 2002 - Jan 2007
• Designed and maintained industrial automation systems, investigated faults, reducing downtime by 10%. • Prepared cost estimates and schedules within 5% of actual cost and completion time. • Supervised engineers and technicians, achieving a 95% employee satisfaction rate. • Evaluated contracts, evaluated tenders, and generated reports to ensure project compliance with standards. • Managed hardware and software development, achieving 99% on-time and on-budget delivery rate. • Designed DCS for Colgate Palmolive Pakistan, resulting in a 15% increase in production efficiency. • Developed GPS-based tracking system and digitized maps, reducing fuel costs by 5%. Show less
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Advance Electronics International - Pakistan
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Pakistan
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Electronic Engineer
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Jan 1999 - Dec 2000
• Managed teams of engineers in executing industrial automation and healthcare projects. • Designed a Health Monitoring System (HMS) incorporating a treadmill and data logging on a PC. • Developed instrument calibration software and engineered training systems consisting of 20 modules. • Managed teams of engineers in executing industrial automation and healthcare projects. • Designed a Health Monitoring System (HMS) incorporating a treadmill and data logging on a PC. • Developed instrument calibration software and engineered training systems consisting of 20 modules.
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Education
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Universidad de Málaga
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications) -
NED University of Engineering and Technology
Master of Engineering (M.Engg), Computer Systems -
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology (SSUET)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electronic Engineering -
Karachi University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Statistics