Sharfizi Shamsir Alan
Seri Kembangan
Summary
Accomplished Manager in RAMS & Interfacing with extensive experience in leading engineering teams to deliver complex infrastructure projects, including the RTS Link and Malaysian MRT Lines. Demonstrates expertise in System & Safety Assurance Management, Requirement Management, and Configuration/Change Management. Proven track record of ensuring compliance with international standards such as EN50126 and ISO 9001, while managing system integration and interfacing activities. Skilled in Design Management and Testing & Commissioning, with a strong background in Production Engineering and Six Sigma Methodology. Career goals include advancing leadership roles within large-scale infrastructure projects to drive innovation and efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager (RAMS & Interfacing)
IJM Construction Sdn Bhd
11.2023 - Current
- Lead team of engineers, System/RAMS assurance (SA/RAMS) and requirement management (RM) consultant (PMCC), RM software vendor (Visure) and independent safety assessor (ISA - ElysiumPro) to successfully deliver the RTS Link project related to the SA/RAMS and RM activities.
- Responsible and accountable for the management and coordination of all of the SA/RAM activities of the project and ensures the requirements of EN50126, EN50128, EN50129 and IEC 61508 and ISO 9001 are satisfied and meet the expectations from the client.
- Responsible to manage interaction and communication with other systems within the organisation and subcontractors of producing information and completing tasks that will comply with SA/RAMS requirements.
- Responsible for the development and implementation of the Systems and Safety Assurance Plan and Sub-plans.
- Provided support to the Design and Implementation Managers for safety assurance activities such as risk reviews and workshops.
- Monitored verification and validation measures related to SA/RAMS performance and safety aspects.
- Provided assurance that hazards are mitigated to As Low as Reasonability Practical.
- Liaise with independent ISA for SA/RAMS related purposes including workshop / meeting / interim ISA audit activities and safety assessment report delivery.
- Acting as the Configuration Manager whom supports the approval of the software that is being used in this project.
- Conducted regular SA/RAMS and Software audit internally with subcontractors and externally with MRTS.
- Coordinated with IJMC’s management and associated appointed subcontractors / suppliers in producing RAMS deliverables including SA/RAMS documentation.
- Arranged the workshop/meeting with IJMC/MRTS/Subcontractors/Suppliers on the RAMS solution/resolution/analysis report preparation matters.
- Keeping the IJMC project team and the management with the progress of the SA/RAMS deliverables on a timely manner.
- Check the adequacy (completeness, consistency, correctness, relevance and traceability) of the documented evidences.
- Managed the compliance traceability and ensure the design solution meets all design requirements.
- Managed the requirements traceability database through the relational database, Visure. The requirements are recorded, traceable, consistent and able to support stages design reviews of the overall engineering management processes.
- Lead the preparation and development of the System Requirement Specifications (SRS).
- Lead the Compliance Traceability Matrix preparation and linkage for each submission of the design phase and T&C phase.
- Lead the Project Manager to manage the Change Management.
- Lead in the preparation of the Design V&V Reports prior to the Final Design, V&V Reports prior to the FAT and V&V Reports prior to the SAT/SIT.
- Ensured the interfacing coordination activities with interfacing parties including internal, external, system work packages (RTSO/Opco), Infraco and other ICQC’s MY & SG Agencies were in order and in accordance to the established General specifications (GS), Interface specifications (IS), Interface management plan (IMP), Interface control documents (ICDs) and Interface register / solution register (IR/ISR).
- Engaged in review process, management approval and EDMS / Teambinder registration for all required SA/RAMS, RM & ISA plan / reports submission.
- Attending weekly and monthly Package 2 progress meeting with client, weekly HOD meeting and any meeting /discussion / workshop required by the management.
Senior System Engineer
MMC-Gamuda KVMRT (SSP) Sdn Bhd
07.2017 - 10.2022
- Lead a team of engineers to successfully deliver Malaysian MRT Line 2 (Putrajaya Line) system engineering design, installation and testing.
- Responsible for 12 telecommunication subsystems for MRT projects including backbone transmission system, commercial mobile and fixed telecommunication, radio system, wireless data communication system, master clock system, closed circuit television system, public address system, passenger information display, information technology and more.
- Assigned as a Design Lead for two wired subsystems related to Public Address System (PAS) and Passenger Information Display System (PIDS) from conceptual design, preliminary design, final design, installation, and T&C.
- Ensuring compliance with contracts, conformed to international standards and in line with industry best practices.
- Managed the approval of project compliance requirement via Comply Pro platform.
- Managed the test procedure approval and readiness according to project requirement stages; OSIT, PICO, PAT, SAT, IFT and SIT.
- Managed the outstanding item list (OIL) resulting from testing activities via E-OIL. Responsible to ensure that all items are closed to the satisfaction of the operation team and client.
- Undertook design document review and approval aspect which includes but not limited to conceptual design, preliminary design, final design, simulation reports, software/HMI design/specification, drawings and material approval selection and other associated deliverables of related subsystems by ensuring compliant to the standards and code of practices.
- Subsystems design/equipment review and verification/validation with clients through factory assessment inspection (FAI), factory acceptance test (FAT), off-site integration test (OSIT), equipment mock-up exercises, equipment prototype, HMI/MMI presentation and demonstration by WPCs.
- Undertook site surveys for condition assessment and site progress for determining and carrying out the actual equipment installation design review.
- Supported system assurance team in the internal and external software audits of systems software development activities and associated design document and software configuration change review of WPCs.
- Coordinating with other disciplines by deciding on solutions to systems issues / faults and meet the overall design programme.
- Assisting Head of department and worked closely with commercial department in reviewing claims or proposals from WPCs and helping with preparation of control change forms (CCFs) associated with the design changes, modification and SSP alignment cost optimisation activities.
- Ensuring the completion of the systems work package installation programme and T&C of whole of works (WoW) activities for migration of Phase 2 rail network to Phase 1 OCC's control for the entire SSP line.
- Assisting senior management for maintaining strong financial and quality performance on the systems package.
- Performed any other task or assignments as may be required from time to time from Head of department / System Director.
Senior System Engineer (Communications)
MMC-Gamuda KVMRT (PDP) Sdn Bhd
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Completed KVMRT Line 1 (SBK) under this position. KVMRT Line 1 has completed 1 month earlier than the contract requirement duration by the client, MRTC.
- During revenue operation, responsible for coordinating with the employer, operator and work package contractor for the O&M plan, technical documentation, and maintenance manual during the DLP period.
- Responsible for monitoring the system performance related to safety, reliability, and serviceability by driving the related analysis and keeping traceability of reports (FRACAS).
- Working closely with System Assurance department of any safety hazard based on the report.
- Responsible for managing the technical subjects related to O&M and implementing the optimized maintenance plan in operations and validations.
- After assigned under KVMRT Line 2, assigned as team lead for a group of wired communication engineers to deliver Malaysian MRT Line 2 (SSP) system engineering design from conceptual design, Final design, installation, and T&C.
- Responsible for managing the Contractors, Suppliers and Consultants to fulfill corresponding design requirement and specification.
- Involved with progressive interface meeting and coordination with other System & Civil packages including review the IMP, ICD, and interface requirement item through ComplyPro.
- Involved in Virtual Design Review (VDR) with civil WPC to review the modelled design via BIM (Building Information Modelling) stage 2 for details review of any clashes before sign-off.
- Liaised with other members of the Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) and Line-wide Design Consultant to ensure interfaces are resolved in a technically sound manner.
- Approved the FAT procedure for respective subsystem and attended the FAT at the manufacturing place with client.
- Review and approved all test procedure submission (PICO, PAT, SAT, OSIT etc) from contractor.
- Approved the installation related submission including Method statement and installation drawing.
- Managed the outstanding item list (OIL) with contractor for closure.
- Monitored Material Control Schedule according to approved Final design BQ during audit and inspection.
- Attended inspection with contractor for any irregular issue faced prior to installation for resolution.
- Developed various technical and managerial documents for systems integration and testing & commissioning purposes.
Senior Railway System Engineer (Communications)
Emenea PMC Sdn. Bhd.
10.2009 - 10.2014
- Involved in the project supervision and control of the project installation design aspect, interfacing/integration coordination works, site installation inspection and testing/commissioning works.
- Initially working under M&E department for reviewing the M&E design document and drawings of related EDTP rail network before internally transferred to System department to support Comms System design team.
- Supported Comms design package team at main office for reviewing the overall Comms subsystem design document related to Preliminary and Final Design document, simulation reports and Autocad drawings before being mobilised to site office.
- Responsible also for the installation documents and associated shop drawings review. Proposed changes and modification on the installation drawings based on the site conditions/constraints.
- Involved in the System and Civil interfaces/integration coordination works. To attend related interface coordination meeting and workshops for addressing and resolving any interfaces and integration disputes or issues, and to participate in the finalisation and sign off of the CSD drawings.
- Carried out site surveys and condition assessment of site progress.
- Performed post installation works inspection of overall Telecommunication subsystems at stations, building and wayside for both wired and wireless network equipment by ensuring the related Comms installations works compliant with the technical specifications, local authority requirements/regulations and international standards.
- Supported design team for T&C works which include Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT). To ensure that the testing procedure and test results conforming to the Quality Assurance and Quality Control requirements, technical specifications and standards.
MEP Site Engineer (Electrical Services)
Hitachi Plant Technologies Ltd. (Dubai Branch)
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Responsible for the LV/ELV electrical services installation design aspect, and shop/working drawings input to the designers.
- Managed for the JICP MSPR electrical load schedule, earthing & lightning protection system, lightings and cable schedules’ changes and updates.
- Close coordination works with Civil C&S counterparts to ensure building structural integration, protection and safety against electrical hazards and lightning related to earthing/grounding system provision to pile caps and other designated building structure rebar works foundations.
- Managed and organized the LV/ELV equipment/components design/material selection / delivery / installation / modifications/replacements discussion/arrangements / mockups with the respective vendors and suppliers (LV power distribution boards, MCC panels, AC UPS system, electrical bus duct, earthing and lightning protection system, lighting system, cable containment and accessories, power and control cables with associated termination accessories, circuit breakers and isolators, intelligent lightings (iLights) system, CO & Jet Fan Control System, etc.).
- LV room access coordination with Civil counterparts for the main LV switchboards and incoming busduct wall access openings for the transfer and installation of the respective electrical services equipment.
- Coordinated and supervised site measurement and modification works for main LV switchboard busduct routing and erection from main switchboard tap off boxes to the stepdown transformer LV termination side by respective vendor.
- Involved in the site survey activities for the LV/ELV electrical services provisions, measurements and installation works.
- Managed the associated electrical services materials building up and purchase requisitions.
- Liaised with the client/purchase department/vendors/suppliers regarding to the purchased materials, detailed document/drawings submission, material delivery status.
- Attended site progress meeting, technical meeting, interfacing meeting and other meeting as required by management.
- Coordinated the electrical services working schedule and manpower allocation based on the approved Master Work Program.
- Involved in interfacing works coordination/resolution with Civil (Architect and C&S) and other MEP services.
- Involved in JICP system interfacing works which comprises of; Main Fire Alarm System, CO & Jet Fan Control System, Environmental Control System (ECS), MSPR/Station SCADA System, Building Management System (BMS)/Facility SCADA and Lighting Control System (iLights).
- Carried out and obtained approval for Factory Acceptance Test related to LV distribution boards at vendors’ premises from respective consultant.
- Carried out activities for equipment rectification/modification/closures works based on the issued Snag List and NCRs.
- Organized the site inspection works with the client and consultants for the raised electrical inspection testing request (ITR) related to the electrical system installation, testing and commissioning works at site.
- Managed and supervised the work execution by the vendors/suppliers and Hitachi workers at site related to LV/ELV equipment/software installation and testing works.
- Ensured approved working program/plan being met by vendors/suppliers and all respective Hitachi workers related to material/service delivery, physical installation quality and functional performances.
Project Engineer (Electrical Projects & Switchboards Division)
Dunham-Bush Sdn. Bhd
07.2005 - 08.2008
- Design aspect and material building Up of incoming/receiving Tender for HVAC associated Electrical Switchboards and other associated services/project installation works.
- Prepared, produced and modified shop drawings of HVAC associated with Electrical Services system for site installation works.
- Managed the electrical control panels and associated electrical materials delivery/storage, control panels and associated cabling works installation and termination works at sites as per contract requirements and technical specification, local authority regulations, customer objectives and meet the approved work program / installation schedule /milestone.
- Coordinating and supporting the interfaces and integration works with other sub trades including Civil (C&S and Architect) and M&E Facilities Building Management System and Main Fire Alarm system works.
- Liaised with architect, consultant and client on any site issues which arise from time to time. Organizing site installation inspection with client, consultant and subcontractors.
- Preparation of Site Progress Monthly/Weekly Reports.
- Supported Management for the preparation of the progress payment and claims as per claim milestone.
- Supported Management in Controlling Project Budget and Expenses.
Maintenance Engineer I (Facilities & Machinery)
Samsung SDI (M) Berhad
05.1997 - 06.2005
- Collaborated with Maintenance team including Manager, superintendent, supervisors and groups of E&M technicians for daily / weekly /monthly machine preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance works including TPM activities.
- Managed and collaborated with cross departments regarding to the machines/ equipment upgrades and replacement aspect including new machine layout preparation, production plant expansion projects, incoming machine transfer & shipment, new software / system / PLC upgrades, installation and modification works.
- Supported management for machine spare parts management control system including monthly spare part purchase, inventory and usage and preparation /updating the monthly machine spare parts control status report.
- Developed and established the maintenance procedures / SOPs and record /history documentation, official form registers and implemented the software application /database management systems for daily maintenance activities / troubleshooting / preventive and predictive maintenance, spare parts management system, creation and tracking of work orders status (Microsoft Access, SAP R3 system).
- Supported management for the preventive maintenance schedule.
- Performed / participated in the continuous machine performance and cost saving improvement activities based on green belt six sigma methodologies.
- Guided junior technicians for the machine spare parts management, sport laser welding machine E&M maintenance aspect and daily electronic devices repair activities.
- Managed periodical maintenance tools and measuring instruments’ inspection and calibration activities.
- Appointed as the Internal QMS auditor and safety coordinator for Mount Maintenance Department.
- Performed /supported any task as being delegated by the management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Widener University
Chester, USA01-1996
Certificate of Attendance - Electrical Engineering
MUCIA Cooperative Program PPP/ITM
Malaysia01-1994
Skills
- System & Safety Assurance Management
- Requirement Management
- Configuration / Change Management
- Design Management
- System/Civil Interface / Integration
- Construction/Site Management
- Post Works Inspection
- Testing & Commissioning
- Production Engineering
- Technical Support
- Improvement activities
- Six Sigma Methodology
Certification
- Project Planning and Control Using Primavera P6 Course
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Preparation
- Project Management in Construction Course
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preparation
- Fundamental Requirements of Electrical Design Course
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Understanding an ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management System
- Internal QMS Auditor Training Certification
Custom Section
- Employer Requirements, Particular and General Specifications (RTS Link, MRT SSP, MRT SBK, KTMB EDTP, Dubai Metro)
- System Assurance Standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129 & IEC 61508)
- Railway Telecommunication subsystems including Backbone Transmission Network (BTN), Radio System (RS), Commercial Mobile Telecommunication System (CMTS), Public Address System (PAS), Passenger Information Display System (PIDS), Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTV), Master Clock Systems (MCS), Telephone System (PABX & CVRS), Information Technology System (ITS)
- Copper and Fibre structure cabling network / infrastructure
- Knowledge in Railway Operation & Maintenance including FRACAS implementation
- M&E electrical site installation (LV power supply & distribution system, UPS system, Mechanical panels, Lighting system and ELV & Small Power devices)
- Electrical/HVAC switchboard design, interface, installations and testing
- Electrical Wiring Regulations BS7671 18th Edition
- Continuous improvement project using 6 Six Sigma Methodologies
- Electrical and Railway Telecommunication system testing & commissioning
- Building contract and by-laws & local authority’s requirements
- Able to lead and work well in team
- Independent and self-reliant but also a team player
- Open to new ideas and willing to learn new ways of doing things
- Meeting coordination and presentation skills
- Liaison with client, consultant, contractor and authorities
- Strong work coordination to interface with internal and external stakeholders
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Manager (RAMS & Interfacing)
IJM Construction Sdn Bhd
11.2023 - Current
Senior System Engineer
MMC-Gamuda KVMRT (SSP) Sdn Bhd
07.2017 - 10.2022
Senior System Engineer (Communications)
MMC-Gamuda KVMRT (PDP) Sdn Bhd
03.2015 - 07.2017
Senior Railway System Engineer (Communications)
Emenea PMC Sdn. Bhd.
10.2009 - 10.2014
MEP Site Engineer (Electrical Services)
Hitachi Plant Technologies Ltd. (Dubai Branch)
09.2008 - 09.2009
Project Engineer (Electrical Projects & Switchboards Division)
Dunham-Bush Sdn. Bhd
07.2005 - 08.2008
Maintenance Engineer I (Facilities & Machinery)
Samsung SDI (M) Berhad
05.1997 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Widener University
Certificate of Attendance - Electrical Engineering
MUCIA Cooperative Program PPP/ITM