Abdulazeez Shaikh Rafiuddin
About Abdulazeez Shaikh Rafiuddin
Abdulazeez Shaikh Rafiuddin is an Automation Engineer specializing in Material and Process Flow at Northvolt in Stockholm, Sweden. He has extensive experience in robotics and engineering, having previously worked in various roles across multiple companies in the UAE and India.
Work at Northvolt
Abdulazeez Shaikh Rafiuddin has been employed at Northvolt as an Automation Engineer (Material & Process Flow) since 2021. His role involves setting up technical specifications for equipment required for projects at the Northvolt Ett Gigafactory. He is responsible for designing buffer solutions and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) to manage a diverse range of cell types. Additionally, he oversees Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of material handling equipment. He also prepares operational standards and work instructions for the transition of engineering projects to manufacturing and production teams.
Previous Experience
Before joining Northvolt, Abdulazeez held several roles in various companies. He worked at Enerwhere as a Robotics Development Engineer from 2019 to 2020 and previously served as a Project Engineer (Robotics) for 11 months in 2019. He also worked at NOMADD Desert Solar Solutions as a Senior Robotics Engineer from 2020 to 2021 and as Head of Operations (UAE) for 11 months in 2021. His earlier experience includes roles at Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited as an Engineering Trainee and at Rawafid Systems in various engineering and sales positions.
Education and Expertise
Abdulazeez holds a Master of Science in Engineering/Industrial Management from Middlesex University Dubai, where he studied from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background supports his expertise in automation engineering, robotics, and project management within industrial settings.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role at Northvolt, Abdulazeez is involved in developing new concepts and conducting design reviews in collaboration with multinational suppliers. He prepares technical specifications and operational standards, ensuring that engineering projects are effectively handed over to manufacturing teams. His responsibilities also include overseeing the installation and testing of material handling equipment, highlighting his technical proficiency in automation and robotics.