ABOUT ME

Instrumentation & Control Engineer

specializing in industrial process optimization and safety instrumentation. my work bridges the gap between complex chemical processes and the digital logic that controls them.

Academic Background

  • Master of Science in Automation, Instrumentation, and Industrial Computing

    • University of Science and Technology (USTO-MB), Oran

  • Bachelor of Science in Automation, Instrumentation, and Industrial Computing

    • University of Science and Technology (USTO-MB), Oran

  • National Entrance Qualification for Polytechnic Institutes

    • Successfully completed the competitive entrance curriculum for elite polytechnic schools in General Engineering.National Polytechnic School of Oran (Maurice Audin)

  • Technical Baccalaureate in Civil Engineering with honors

    • Foundational training in structural principles and technical design.

  • DCS Board Operator — Maire Tecnimont

    Operating and monitoring the DCS control room, supervising process parameters, alarms, and equipment status while supporting safe and stable plant operations and troubleshooting.

  • Commissioning Engineer — Ocotillo Energy

    Commissioning of an API 7K high-pressure hose production facility, including equipment installation, electrical wiring, configuration, hydrostatic/high-pressure testing, troubleshooting, and production start-up support.

  • Automation & Commissioning Engineer — Benhouhou

    Commissioning of an automated water bottling production line, including Siemens PLCs, VFDs, sensors, I/O checks, functional testing, troubleshooting, and start-up activities.

  • Process Automation Intern | Sonatrach (MPP3)

    • Focus: Depropanizer Unit Automation & Field Engineering

    • Engineered the automation logic for the 38-D801 Depropanizer Unit.

    • Gained hands-on experience in field engineering, focusing on the integration of instrumentation with industrial control architectures.

  • Automation & Maintenance Trainee | Amouda Cement

    • Focus: Industrial Troubleshooting & Systems Maintenance

    • Conducted diagnostics and troubleshooting for heavy industrial machinery.

    • Assisted in the maintenance of automated systems, ensuring operational continuity in a high-output manufacturing environment.

  • Process Engineering Trainee | Tosyali Algeria

Professional Internships & Field Experience

  • Certifications & Professional Credentials

    • Distributed Control Systems (DCS) – Yokogawa Centum VP

    • Awarded by: Sonatrach (Industrial Competency Certification)

    • Focus: Advanced operation, configuration, and safety logic integration for Yokogawa ICSS.

    • PLC Programming & Industrial Logic

    • Focus: Siemens TIA Portal, advanced ladder logic, and automated control systems design.

    • Cisco Networking Fundamentals

    • Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad)

    • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

    • Focus: Advanced proficiency in Excel (Data Analysis), Word, and PowerPoint for industrial reporting and project management.

Languages

  • Arabic: Native Proficiency

  • French: Bilingual / Native Proficiency

  • English: Full Professional Proficiency

    • Certified: IELTS Academic

    • Capable of technical reporting, international collaboration, and academic research.

Community & Knowledge Sharing

  • YNOW 2026 Speaker

    Selected as a technical speaker for YNOW 2026, Yokogawa’s global conference, presenting insights on industrial automation, DCS, and process control. This opportunity allowed me to share my technical work and connect with automation professionals from around the world.

  • Technical Content Creator | LinkedIn

    • Authoring and sharing specialized insights on industrial automation, PLC programming, and DCS logic.

    • Dedicated to simplifying complex engineering concepts for a growing professional network.

  • Student Mentorship & Academic Support

    • Actively assisting engineering students in navigating technical curricula and career pathways in the automation field.

  • Environmental Stewardship

    • Participating in regional forest conservation and cleaning initiatives to promote local biodiversity and environmental sustainability.

I don’t just build systems, I build reliability. My mission is to push the boundaries of what automation can achieve, making industrial processes smarter, safer, and more sustainable for the future.