Hi, I’m
Ali Shahen
Technical Manager – LV Switchgear & Automation
Cairo
Summary
Results-driven Technical Manager – LV Switchgear & Automation with 14+ years of experience in panel design, PLC/HMI automation, and commissioning. Specialized in Schneider Electric panel building, IEC 61439 compliance, and electrical studies using tools like Ecodial, Selectivity Tool, and Easy Prisma. Strong track record of leading engineering teams, optimizing design processes, and ensuring technical accuracy in panel manufacturing and commissioning.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
6
Certifications
Work History
Professional Engineering Services (PES) – Schneider Panel Builder
Technical Manager – LV Panel Design
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Lead technical office for LV panel design in compliance with IEC 61439.
- Manage SLD approvals, GA layouts, BOMs, and client coordination.
- Guide estimation team on cost-effective component selection.
- Support Schneider audits and licensing renewals.
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
Senior LV Panel Design Engineer
05.2020 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Designed MCC, PCC, MDB, ATS, Prisma panels using EPLAN & Schneider tools.
- Performed selectivity & short-circuit studies for optimal design.
- Led compliance testing and FAT/SAT activities.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices and tool usage.
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
Senior Automation & Commissioning Engineer
05.2018 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Led commissioning for cement/utilities plants using Schneider & Siemens PLCs.
- Developed SCADA/HMI systems and integrated industrial networks.
- Delivered client training and site troubleshooting.
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
Automation & Commissioning Engineer
05.2016 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Developed automation logic, FBDs, and drive configurations.
- Delivered FAT/SAT and on-site technical support.
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
Automation Engineer
05.2014 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Designed control panels and signal lists.
- Supported Prisma panel pre-commissioning and testing.
Techno Group Company
Electrical Engineer
06.2012 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Designed LV installations and SLDs.
- Conducted site inspections and material submittals.
MAS Trading Company
Automation Engineer
04.2010 - 12.2011
Job overview
- Programmed PLCs/HMIs (Siemens, VIPA), and built SCADA systems.
- Delivered FAT, on-site commissioning, and technical documentation.
Education
Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Menoufia University
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering from Industrial Engineering
01.2008
Skills
LV Switchgear Design (IEC 61439)
MCC/PCC/MDB/ATS Panel Engineering
Electrical Studies (Ecodial, Selectivity Tool)
FAT/SAT Execution & Schneider Audits
EPLAN Electric P8 & AutoCAD
SCADA, HMI, and PLC Programming (Siemens & Schneider)
BOM & Layout Preparation (Easy Prisma Tool)
Team Leadership & Technical Training
Component Selection & Cost Optimization
Certification
Schneider IEC 61439 License
Timeline
Technical Manager – LV Panel Design
Professional Engineering Services (PES) – Schneider Panel Builder
09.2024 - Current
Senior LV Panel Design Engineer
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
05.2020 - 08.2024
Senior Automation & Commissioning Engineer
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
05.2018 - 04.2020
Automation & Commissioning Engineer
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
05.2016 - 04.2018
Automation Engineer
Professional Engineering Services (PES)
05.2014 - 04.2016
Electrical Engineer
Techno Group Company
06.2012 - 04.2014
Automation Engineer
MAS Trading Company
04.2010 - 12.2011
Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Menoufia University
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering from Industrial Engineering