Saad HarisCloud Data Engineer
Building scalable machine learning solutions and data pipelines on Azure Cloud to drive business intelligence and insights
About Me
I'm a utility professional with 10+ years of experience in distribution system engineering, system planning, business operations, and project management with a strong focus on digital transformations and customer solutions.
I hold a Master of Management Analytics from Queen's University and a Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering. My expertise lies in leveraging data-driven solutions to solve complex business problems in the power and utilities sector.
Dedicated to driving business growth and improvising unique customer experiences through digital technologies, advanced analytics, and innovative engineering solutions.
Professional Experience
Manager, Customer Experience & Insights
Liberty Utilities
Oakville, ON
- Led AMI/Smart Metering and MDM adaptation supporting digital transformation across US utilities
- Designed Meter2Cash process with customer payment propensity and revenue collection use cases
- Optimized call center operations achieving 80% service level through data-driven forecasting
- Published first cross-state utility reliability indices (SAIFI, SAIDI) scorecard
- Contributed to $1M+ reduction in past due recovery through customer segmentation analysis
T&D Consultant, Utilities and Renewables
Tetra Tech Canada Inc.
Mississauga, ON
- Designed and modeled transmission lines for Hydro One, Toronto Hydro, and Alectra utilities
- Created optimized PLS CADD simulation model for 360km 230kV Waasigan transmission line
- Provided engineering support for 20km 138kV Windrise Windfarm interconnection
- Managed projects as lead, bridging design engineering and project management teams
- Utilized ARC GIS for spatial analysis of utility assets and network design
Manager, Energy Planning
K Electric Ltd
Karachi, Pakistan
- Prepared business cases for $250M+ grid and transmission projects
- Led 15-year energy demand forecasting achieving 6% increased sales and 10% load shedding reduction
- Spearheaded load balancing initiative across 9 clusters achieving 92% completion with 100% customer satisfaction
- Created dashboards for new connections monitoring and process optimization
- Enabled 12% year-over-year revenue growth through strategic energy consumption insights
Distribution Engineer
Saudi Electricity Company
Saudi Arabia
- Designed system improvement projects worth $65M+ for annual budget planning
- Prepared electrical designs for capital projects valued over $100M
- Led technical reviews and project management for distribution network upgrades
- Coordinated with customers and municipal agencies for project execution
Education
Technical Skills
Data & Analytics
Cloud & DevOps
Engineering Tools
Domain Expertise
Professional Strengths
Leadership
High interpersonal and team working skills with ability to lead
Problem Solving
Self-starter with analytical mindset and problem-solving attitude
Adaptability
Highly adaptable with strong willingness to learn new skills
Get In Touch
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, innovative projects, or partnerships in the data and utilities space.
saad.haris@hotmail.com
linkedin.com/in/saadharis
Location
Brampton, Ontario
289-988-9550