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Farzad Barzegar
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
Bergen,46
Summary
Results-oriented Electrical Power Expert with almost 14 years of experience, including Norwegian work experience in Hyper scale Datacenters, oil & gas, and railway projects. Holds a master’s in electrical Power Engineering, specializing in power electrical engineering, and a Bachelor’s focusing on electrical power transmission and distribution networks. Demonstrated ability to collaborate closely with design, installation, and commissioning teams. Adept at knowledge of designing and reviewing, planning, leadership, teamwork, Self-discipline, and effective communication. Possesses strong analytical skills, ensuring quality assurance, and meeting deadlines. Eager to contribute expertise to dynamic projects and drive success in the ever-evolving field of power electrical engineering
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
Designer group AS Company
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Microsoft’s project, stack infrastructure. OSLO4 & 3D Building 3x 6-megawatt Data Center in Tomter/Norway
- Led the engineering design and coordination of the complete electrical system, including BIM-based design reviews, oversight, progress verification, as built. Key responsibilities included preparation of design and O&M documentation, vendor coordination, and tracking project milestones to meet deadlines. Ensured all drawings and asset lists complied with Norwegian standards and international codes. Maintained effective communication with clients and stakeholders. Provided technical support to execution and commissioning teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, quality control, project specifications, and effective cross-discipline coordination.
- Developed comprehensive documentation packages for each completed project, supporting smooth handover processes to clients or other stakeholders.
- Managed modifications, technical change requests, and coordinated with the engineering execution and commissioning teams, ensuring alignment with project budgets, timelines, and client expectations.
- Implemented a wide range of LV and HV critical systems, including medium-voltage substations, backup generators, LV busbars, BMS, cabling, lighting systems, lightning protection, heat tracing, UPS systems, distribution boards, switchgears, fire suppression and detection systems (HSSD), power outlets, elevators, IT server rooms, HVAC, AHU, PMS, rack equipment, snow-melt systems, technical rooms, grounding systems, and security systems. Involved in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
Electrical Site Manager
CTS Nordics AS Company
05.2023 - 01.2024
- TikTok’s project, Green Mountain, Beluga project, Building 150-megawatt Data Center in Hamar/Norway
- Implemented the data center by collaborating with the general contractor on various components, including server rooms, super core rooms, AHU,AAC, LV bus bars, heat trace, backup generators, medium-voltage (HV) substations, Switchgears, DBs, switchboards, lighting, lightning protection, technical rooms, grounding system, fire suppression and detection systems, Building Management System (BMS), security systems, elevators, cabling, PDUs, and UPS systems.
- Conducted design reviews for electrical design, overseeing design activities (BIM).
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during project execution, ensuring seamless collaboration between departments for optimal results.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize electrical designs for cost savings and improved performance.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code and Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
- Monitored employee performance and adherence to job specifications to maintain quality standards and high client satisfaction. Generated progress reports for clients and coordinated to make determinations on adjusted time and cost requirements.
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of power lines, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly and professionally to maintain a positive working environment conducive to success.
Senior Electrical project Engineer
Gueno Consulting Engineering Company
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Tabriz, Iran Urban Railway Organization Project (EPC environment)
- Executed design documentation, Vendor Management, IL (Safety Integrity Level) studies, installation, and commissioning activities while reviewing the electrical design of the air ventilation system. Scope included tunnel, station, and emergency ventilation systems; HVAC; air quality monitoring; filtration systems; control rooms; VFDs; distribution boards (DBs); LV switchgears; cabling; and FAT/SAT procedures. Ensured QC/QA compliance across a 22 km railway line with 18 passenger stations.
- Worked in EPC environments with multidisciplinary, multi-country teams, coordinating engineering activities across suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Senior Electrical project Engineer
Rail bandar Consulting Engineering Company
04.2015 - 07.2021
- Tabriz, Iran Urban Railway Organization Project (EPC environment)
- Managed the preparation of tender documents and design packages for various projects, Planning , Project Coordination, ensuring alignment with client requirements and technical specifications.
- Executed the design review and implementation of critical systems including water firefighting, heat trace, fire suppression, pump rooms, tunnel lighting, MV/LV substations, and the 15,000V DC overhead catenary system (OCS). Also contributed to the integration of fiber optic-based signaling and SCADA systems across 22 km of metro stations and tunnels.
- Redesigned, installed, and commissioned the Medium Voltage DC (MVDC) overhead catenary system within metro station and tunnel environments.
Lead Electrical Engineer -Operations
Niroo Ara Construction company
02.2014 - 04.2015
- Tabriz, Iran Urban Railway Organization Project
- Conducted staff training and performed maintenance on Low Voltage (LV) AC, Medium Voltage (MV) DC & AC systems. Utilized RAM analysis, Maintenance Management Optimization (MMO), and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Executed preventive maintenance on HVDC traction power substations, HVDC rectifiers, HVAC substations, UPS systems, BMS, fire protection systems, electric motors, pump rooms, and lighting systems in tunnels and metro stations.
Lead Electrical Engineer
Niroo Ara Construction company
11.2010 - 01.2014
- Tabriz, Iran Urban Railway Organization Project
- Designed and collaborated with the engineering team to prepare comprehensive electrical design documents
- Executed installation and commissioning of a wide range of electrical systems, including HVDC rectifiers, high-voltage AC/DC traction power substations, HV dry-type transformers, VLD panels, MV switchboards, protection systems, MV/LV switchboards, capacitor banks, power inverters, HV/MV cabling, and HV DC/AC control and protection systems across a 22 km railway line serving 18 metro stations.
Electrical Site Manager
Oil and Gas Tabriz Refinery in North-western
11.2011 - 01.2012
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during project execution, ensuring seamless collaboration between departments for optimal results.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing resources, schedules, and budgets.
- Design review for Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) electrical layouts, optimizing system configuration for improved efficiency and performance
- Served as technical Engineer for the installation, commissioning, and client handover of a High-Voltage AC Main Substation. Scope included GIS NXPLUS 33kV Siemens switchgears, LV switchboards, HV transformers, battery rooms, UPS systems, cabling, protection systems, earthing systems, automation system (PDCS), and five ABB gas turbine generator (GTG) units for a power plant (EPC environment)
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Power Engineering
The University of South-eastern Norway
Norway 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Electrical Power Engineering - Electrical Machines
The Azad University
Tabriz 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering in branch of Power Transmission & Distribution
The University of Applied Science And Technology
Tabriz 04.2001 -
Skills
Knowledge of electrical power system design / Experience in Consulting & Construction companies / Experience with DC & AC High Voltage substation and components /Familiar with ATEX , NORSOK E-001 & International Electrical Standards –IEC 60364-IEC60076-IEC61850-NEK 400-NEN 62-IEC60269-IEC61009-IEC61008/ Safety oriented /Datacenter standards & Norwegian TFM code, QA & QC /HSSEQ /Lead engineer/, SIL studies and other relevant studies/ troubleshooting, Familiar with power electronics and convertors, knowledge of electrical green energies, Risk Assessment, Budget Management
Software
Certification
ISO 9001 Foundation - Quality Certification
Timeline
A Comparison of AC and DC Power Distribution in the Data Center (DC0014EN)
07-2025
Analyzing Reliability in the Data Center (DC0005EN)
07-2025
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
Designer group AS Company
02.2024 - 06.2025
Electrical Site Manager
CTS Nordics AS Company
05.2023 - 01.2024
ISO 9001 Foundation - Quality Certification
01-2022
Senior Electrical project Engineer
Gueno Consulting Engineering Company
07.2021 - 06.2022
Senior Electrical project Engineer
Rail bandar Consulting Engineering Company
04.2015 - 07.2021
Lead Electrical Engineer -Operations
Niroo Ara Construction company
02.2014 - 04.2015
Electrical Site Manager
Oil and Gas Tabriz Refinery in North-western
11.2011 - 01.2012
Lead Electrical Engineer
Niroo Ara Construction company
11.2010 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Electrical Power Engineering
The University of South-eastern Norway
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Electrical Power Engineering - Electrical Machines
The Azad University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering in branch of Power Transmission & Distribution
The University of Applied Science And Technology
04.2001 -
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