Mohammed Sharaf Addin

Key Projects :

1- AEMO/GE EMS 3.4 Customizations – Network Applications:

Duration: ongoing.

Currently working on the customization of AEMO’s e-terra system EMS 3.4 with a focus on network applications such as RTNET, STNET, Contingency Analysis (CA), and Remedial Action Schemes (RAS)...etc.

• Collaborated closely with developers to review and implement necessary changes in network applications.
• Built the system in the development environment using Visual Studio after code changes, ensuring updates aligned with project requirements.
• Updated database definitions to meet custom requirements, modifying the database online as needed and monitoring the database size to ensure optimal performance.
• Engaged in regular communication with the customer (AEMO) to provide progress updates, discuss change requirements, and address challenges encountered throughout the project.
• Practiced time management to ensure milestones remained on track and deadlines were met.
• Actively worked to identify and solve issues, collaborating with teams to find effective solutions that align with both technical and customer requirements.
• Performed rigorous testing to verify customizations, especially after porting to the upgraded EMS 3.4 .
• Created testing instructions and updated the detailed design document to support the EMS 3.4 upgrade.
• Escalated technical challenges and coordinated with the GE product team for efficient issue resolution.
• Worked with AEMO’s team to resolve ongoing issues, enhancing system reliability and functionality.
• Managed display and database changes to align with network application customizations, maintaining system accuracy and performance.
• Facilitated cross-border collaboration by working with multiple international teams to achieve project milestones.

2- PowerOn Advantage symbol configuration and SMP RTU configurations for SWC and MDR substations in Horizon Power:

Duration: 11/2022 - 02/2023
Rols and Responsibilities :-

• Configured SWC RTUs to accommodate new and modified signals from the four new meters (SEL-735) using SMP
• Implemented MDR RTU configuration to update metering data points using SMP, replacing the previous Modbus protocol
• Configured SWC POA to align with the new RTU configurations and reflect the updated metering data points
• Updated MDR POA configurations to incorporate the changes made to the RTU and metering data points
• Using Microstation to update various drawings, such as SCADA termination diagrams, SCADA schematic diagrams, and communications and SCADA block diagrams
• Configured new symbols and alarms in the GE PowerOn Advantage (POA) system to support the updated RTU configurations and metering data points.

3- AEMO WEMDE Project (Integration New market system WEMDE with e-terra system )
Duration: 03/2023 - 12/2023
Rols and Responsibilities :-

• Implemented database modifications to the Eterra system interface (Generation units - substations) using E-Terrasource, enabling seamless data integration from the market system
• Customized and optimized existing SCADA and RTGEN displays, and alarms to efficiently monitor and manage information from the new market systems
• Developed and incorporated new SCADA calculations, including changes to MARKET load and existing AGC dispatch calculations
• Effectively executed configuration changes in the OAG DB, ensuring a smooth and successful cutover process
• Conducted weekly updates and deployment of the database via TDM in both WEM and NEM preproduction/test environments
• Collaborated with the team to verify the accuracy and consistency of the reliability SMP RTU
• Proactively identified and resolved any discrepancies or issues in the loaded database to maintain data accuracy and reliability
• Actively participated in testing and quality assurance activities to validate the functionality and performance of the systems after each update
• Created user documentation, such as start-up procedures, operational instructions and maintenance manuals

4- LDESS Battery Integration with KUN Substation:
Duration: 04/2024 - 06/2024
Rols and Responsibilities :-
(Led the detailed design for the integration of an LDESS battery with the KUN substation)
Rols and Responsibilities :-

• Designed RTU updates to accommodate the LDESS battery, ensuring compatibility and improved operational functionality
• Developed the configuration plan for Citect SCADA 2018, allowing efficient monitoring and control of both the battery and the substation systems
• Created work procedures and testing protocols to ensure the smooth implementation of the system design, following industry standards and best practices

• Create or assist in the writing of system functional description, user documentation, instructions and procedures
• Configure SCADA/Distribution Management System(DMS)/Energy Management System (EMS) applications based on project documentation and customer data
• Modeling Substations database by DBB (data base builder) tool
• Configured and managed RTU databases within e-terrasource for seamless integration with datasets in e-terracontrol (FEP).
• Ensured accurate communication parameter setups, including configuring protocols such as IEC 101/104 for RTU communication.
• Create templates Excel sheets for all Electrical typical bays
• Identify all the typical bays based on the substation one-line diagrams
• Define a naming convention for all equipment
• Immigration database from DBB tool to GE e-terrasource software
• Electric system data models in SCADA/DMS/EMS
• Conduct tests at different stages of Project Life Cycle
• Perform Habitat and database modeling Skills
• Track, Maintain & troubleshoot system's issues
• Review I/O list for RTU before modeling in SCADA system
• Performed functional tests of electrical components in accordance with established protocols

• Continuously monitors the electrical grid, including distribution lines, substations, and other infrastructure, to ensure the reliable and stable operation of the distribution system
• Identifies and addresses faults or disruptions in the distribution system promptly
• Analyzes data from various sensors and monitoring devices to generate reports on system performance
• Work on optimizing the distribution system for efficiency and reliability
• Lead and manage the technical project of Smart Network in Distribution Automation in Taif city
• Integrate Earth Fault Indicators with SCADA system and conduct the commissioning after installation on overhead lines network
• Led and managed the project team through all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout
• Substations Devices Modeling (E-terraSource)
• Alarms Modeling and Management (E-terraSource)
• Telemetry Modeling (E-terraSource)
• Calculations Modeling and Configurations
• General SCADA System Tuning and Management
• Modeling the Manual Load Shedding Schemes (EterraSource)
• Modeling the electrical characteristics of power system elements, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Activities
• Cross validation of SCADA measurements and topology mappings
• Managing distribution network analysis functions (Powerflow - Fault isolation and service restoration - Fault location)
• Managing Switching Order and scheduled the planned outages
• Providing technical support to users
• Close Loop Test for stations at LDC
• Using HDBRIO commands to find out SCADAMOM, NETMOM, and GENMOM database issues
• Configure the communication parameters IEC 104 in RTU dataset
• Management of Display consistency and accessibility of the user interface to dispatchers
• Creation of substation single-line displays and Customization of Special Displays
• Managing Historical Data Reporting
• Commissioning and Troubleshooting of Alfanar & Lucy Smart RMU
• Field Signal Testing
• Installation of Modems and SIM cards, Configuration of Communication Settings for MODEM (Teletonika)
• Establish protocol IEC104
• RTU Database management: Firmware update and Configuration of Alarms, Indication, Command and Measurement
• Generate a schematics and geographic view of the stations from GIS by ETDM tool
• Monitor Systems & Network Components (Servers, Workstations, Switches, etc)
• Fully support, configure and maintain
• Keep an eye out for needed system updates

• Installation, wiring, commissioning, and troubleshooting of RTU600 and MiCOM C264-R
• Field Signal Testing
• Earth Fault Indicator Installation and Testing for any Earth fault on HT line
• Installation of Modems and SIM cards, Configuration of Communication Settings for MODEM (Digi WR21), using protocol IEC104
• RTU Database management: Firmware update and Configuration of Alarms, Indication, Command, and Measurement
• Perform modeling and testing of various SCADA devices and validate data in EMS applications
• Update EMS displays as equipment is added/updated in electrical substations
• Configure the communication parameters IEC 101/104 in RTU dataset
• Work closely with other departments, including maintenance, engineering, and control room operators, to ensure coordinated responses to operational challenges
• Implement improvements to the RTU monitoring and analysis processes to enhance overall system reliability and efficiency