Hussain Al Mahdi

Technology Manager @ American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

About

PhD holder engineer with over 10 years of experience, delivering refinery upgrades and R&D innovation projects in the oil, gas, energy, and maritime sectors. My career includes direct experience with Saudi Aramco projects, where I led the commissioning of high-voltage underground cables and integrated advanced safety protocols to achieve measurable improvements in operational reliability. I have also trained and prepared junior staff for Quality Control roles within Aramco projects. I specialise in applying AI, data science, and predictive analytics to optimise energy applications' performance, reduce downtime, and enhance safety — supporting operational excellence and energy transition goals.Key Highlights: --Aramco Project Expertise: Delivered high-voltage electrical upgrades at Ras Tanura Refinery and Fadhili Gas Plant with reliability improvement. --Operational Leadership: Led cross-functional teams in critical issues, consistently meeting safety, budget, and schedule targets. --Global Recognition: Published 4+ peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals on energy optimization and degradation mechanisms, influencing industry best practices. One of my papers is the second most cited in Solar Journal (Indexed in Scopus and Web of Science), and another was featured in PV Magazine, a leading global energy news outlet: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/solar/most_cited https://www.pv-magazine.com/2023/07/25/using-shunts-to-spot-pv-module-degradation/ --Applied R&D: Transformed research into AI-based predictive maintenance models, improving reliability and cost-efficiency in energy systems. I am passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and collaborating with industry leaders to deliver and innovate safe, efficient, and future-ready solutions.

Country

Saudi Arabia

City

Eastern

Industry

Oil & Energy

Skill

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Standards Compliance, Mentoring, Statistics, Statistical Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Computer Science, NoSQL, SQL, Skill Development, Monitoring Performance, Smart Grid, Technical Investigations, Maintenance, Asset Management, Technical Demonstrations, Lead Generation, Consulting, Electricity, Oil and Gas

Experience

Technology Manager

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

2025-11 - Present · 11 mos

Al Khobar

Sr.Quality Engr. & Industrial Instructor (National Institute for Qual. Assur. and Inspection Tech.)

Lincoln College International KSA

2022-9 - 2025-11 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Ras Tanura

• Trained QC juniors on Aramco projects and refinery operations, ensuring SAES/NFPA/international standards compliance. • Developed curricula for quality control and reliability engineering and refinery systems. • Contributed to advancing project innovations that enhanced operational excellence and strengthened safety protocols, while also supporting juniors’ understanding and potential implementation in Aramco’s projects.

Adjunct Faculty

University College Cork

2018-7 - 2022-5 · 3 yrs 11 mos

University college cork

• Educated, supervised, and assessed undergraduate and postgraduate students in renewable energy and electrical engineering, promoting technical innovation and applying advanced knowledge.

Research And Development Engineer/ PhD Researcher

University College Cork

2018-7 - 2022-4 · 3 yrs 10 mos

• AI-driven solar PV degradation research with industrial applications for predictive maintenance and reliability optimization. • Coordinated cross-departmental R&D, aligning technical objectives with budget, safety, and performance goals. • Published papers in high-impact energy journals, influencing global best practices in renewable energy reliability and degradation monitoring. • Developed novel models that detect the early onset of PV energy degradation and failures.

Research Affiliate

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals - KFUPM

2019-9 - 2019-12 · 4 mos

•Conducted research on solar energy degradation in harsh environments, generating insights that improved system reliability and lifecycle performance. •Collaborated with R&D teams to develop predictive maintenance models, directly applicable to monitoring systems. •Delivered actionable results that enhanced operational reliability, reduced downtime risk, and supported excellence in large-scale energy projects.

Senior Project Engineer- Electrical (Saudi Aramco Projects)

Nesma

2017-2 - 2018-7 · 1 yr 6 mos

Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia

•Commissioned 2 km of high-voltage underground cables at Ras Tanura Refinery, enhancing system reliability and operational performance. •Directed installation of 3 km of fiber optic cables and MV switchgear to support refinery operations, connecting new installations to existing facilities •Coordinated with Siemens on GIS substation shutdowns, ensuring incident-free execution under strict HSE compliance. •Conducted technical reviews of drawings and implemented “Red Line” improvements, driving design accuracy and project optimization. •Negotiated with vendors and streamlined processes, delivering cost savings while maintaining engineering and quality standards. •Supervised demolition of overhead HV lines and towers, ensuring safe execution and compliance with Aramco specifications.

Electrical Engineer

Nesma

2015-5 - 2017-4 · 2 yrs

Ras Tanura , Saudi Aramco's Refinary

Supervise and commission of High Voltage Underground Cables, 69KV, (UG) in Ras Tanura Refinery.

MEP Engineer

Saudi Oger Ltd.

2013-4 - 2013-11 · 8 mos

Saudi aramco

-Resolved installation faults and enforced SAES compliance in medium/high-voltage electrical works. -Oversaw HVAC and electrical installations to prevent long-term degradation.

Co Op

Al Abdulkarim Holding Company

2012-6 - 2012-8 · 3 mos

Dammam

Major Distributors of Electrical Products and Services in the Middle East •Warehouse Engineer, gaining hands-on experience in inventory management and the handling of electrical materials. • Explored a wide range of electrical products, enhancing product knowledge and understanding of industry standards. • Contributed to research and marketing projects aimed at driving business growth, using market insights to develop effective strategies.

Education

University College Cork

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

2018-7 - 2022-4 · 3 yrs 10 mos

King Salman Scholarship award to pursue PhD in one of the best 200 Universities in the world. UCC is one of the top 10 sustainable universities worldwide and ranked 39- worldwide-by-subject (QS Ranking).