Laila Chehade
About Laila Chehade
Laila Chehade is a Process Control Engineer with extensive experience in instrumentation and control systems across various companies in the United Arab Emirates. She has worked in roles ranging from intern to engineer, demonstrating a solid background in engineering principles and project execution since 2008.
Work at Hatch
Laila Chehade has been employed at Hatch as a Process Control Engineer since 2019. In this role, she applies her expertise in process control systems to enhance operational efficiency. Her responsibilities include overseeing the design and implementation of control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with project teams to deliver effective solutions.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Hatch, Laila Chehade held various engineering positions in the United Arab Emirates. She worked as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer at Arabtec Construction LLC from 2015 to 2017 and at STONE Oil & Gas from 2017 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she served as a Jr. Instrumentation and Control Engineer at Penspen from 2013 to 2015 and as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer at Target Engineering Construction Co LLC from 2010 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Laila Chehade earned her Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Ajman University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2010. She possesses advanced skills in SmartPlant Instrumentation SPI, AutoCAD, InstruCalc, and 3D Model (Intergraph SPR). Her expertise includes field instrumentation and control systems design, HAZOP, Safety Instrumented Systems Design, and SIL Verification Calculations.
Internship Experience
Laila Chehade gained valuable experience through several internships early in her career. She interned as an Electrical Engineer at ADNOC Group in 2010 and as an Instrumentation Engineer Intern at Schlumberger in 2009. Additionally, she completed internships at Etisalat as a Mobile Engineer in 2010 and at Ch2M Hill India (Pvt) Limited as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer Intern in 2008.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Laila Chehade has a comprehensive understanding of various technical systems and standards relevant to the engineering field. She is knowledgeable in DCS (ABB 800 XA), ESD (Siemens PLC), and fire and gas detection systems (Simplex PLC). Her strong knowledge of international standards applicable to Oil & Gas, electrical, and automation includes ISA, ATEX, ASME, IEC, NACE, API, NFPA, and ANSI.