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Eng. Haithem N. Shalabi.
Forensic Engineering Advocate.
"I do not treat symptoms. I eliminate root causes. I do not react to failures. I build structural defenses against recurrence."
As Founder and Lead Engineer of Shalabi Engineering Establishment (SEE), I bring over 40 years of international experience spanning Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United States. I operate as a remote forensic engineering advocate, not a conventional consultant. Where others treat symptoms, I eliminate root causes. Where others react to failures, I build structural defenses against recurrence.
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Chronological Professional Journey & Real-World Impact
# ERA 1: FOUNDATION & INDUSTRIAL.
MASTERY (1985–1999) USA & Jordan — Where the Solver Philosophy was forged
* Elixir Industries | Douglas, Georgia, USA | 1985–1989 Maintenance Department Lead.
Established Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) combining Preventive Maintenance (lifecycle scheduling, laser alignments) and Predictive Maintenance (thermal tracking, vibration deviation monitoring) for heavy automated forming and hydraulic shearing systems.
Key Metric: Proved equipment failure is an electro-mechanical signal requiring deep interrogation, not reactive fixes.
Optimized machine availability and minimized Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
* Medical Devices Technology Institute (MDTI) | King Hussein Medical City, Amman, Jordan | 1989–1991 Technical Training Division in a Jordanian-German (GTZ) joint venture.
Delivered structured instruction on thermodynamics in medical HVAC, fluid dynamics in pressurized medical gases, and electrical control loop anomalies.
Key Metric: Established the three core Solver principles:
Understand the complete electro-mechanical interaction before touching the system;
Diagnose behavioral anomalies and root causes before replacing components;
Stabilize the core malfunction to achieve operational efficiency rather than treating surface symptoms.
* Elba House Factory | Amman, Jordan | 1992–1999 Production Manager.
Overhauled sheet metal and cross-section bar fabrication lines for large-span industrial hangers.
Redesigned press brake dies and roll-forming setups to counteract springback factor of heavy-gauge steel.
Key Metric: Zero site rejections; accelerated weekly manufacturing throughput; dropped material scrap rates through advanced nesting protocols; achieved strict ±1.5 mm tolerance envelope.
# ERA 2: MEGASCALE COMMERCIAL & HEALTHCARE (2000–2009) Saudi Arabia & Jordan — Proving remote forensic engineering at scale
* Marina Mall | Dammam Corniche, Saudi Arabia | 2000–2005 Senior Mechanical Project Manager & Consultant for a 150 million SAR commercial hub.
Solved brutal thermodynamic challenge of massive glass facade facing the Arabian Gulf using high-velocity air curtains, anti-condensation air balancing with specialized supply diffusers, and corrosion-resistant district cooling with anti-corrosive coil coatings.
Key Metric: Permanently eliminated moisture condensation on glass facade; maintained total climate stability for 20+ years; fully NFPA-compliant automated fire sprinkler network with redundant diesel/electric fire pumps and dynamic atrium smoke extraction.
* Khafji Ahli Hospital Expansion | Saudi Arabia | 2005–2007 Senior MEP Project Manager.
Delivered flawless installation of medical gas distribution lines (oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide, medical air) and infection-control HVAC systems under uncompromising HTM and NFPA 99 standards.
Key Metric: 100% sterile gas delivery with zero leakage; absolute pressure cascade isolation between clean and contaminated zones using multi-stage HEPA filtration and independent VAV controls; fully redundant life-support utility backbone.
* Sahara Mall | Amman, Jordan | 2007–2009 Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer.
Directed entire Testing & Commissioning (T&C) lifecycle including field supervision, pressure testing, TAB, emergency simulation audits, and material/welds quality control.
Key Metric: Zero-defect final handover with full As-Built documentation; maximized central chiller COP; earned 100% approval from local civil defense authorities on all emergency infrastructure.
# ERA 3: INFRASTRUCTURE & PRECISION (2009–2017) Jordan — Advanced systems and cross-disciplinary mastery:
* Modern Agricultural Hydro-Systems | Al-Mafraq, Jordan | 2009–2011 Lead Mechanical Consultant.
Analyzed complex structural, mechanical, and agricultural system links, balancing precise fluid dynamics with automated electronic control loops.
Key Metric: Optimized automated irrigation networks and greenhouse infrastructure; achieved peak system reliability; maximized resource efficiency while balancing water conservation with energy usage.
* Riyad Al-Mohandiseen Residential Compound | Amman, Jordan | 2011–2013 Senior Mechanical Infrastructure Engineer.
Managed the entire mechanical lifecycle including hydraulic network analyses, central boiler plants, underground water reservoirs, and fire pump rooms per Jordanian National Building Codes (JS 2016). Key Metric: Perfect uniform water pressure and reliable heating delivery across sprawling residential blocks; eliminated fluid friction losses and electrical power waste during peak hours; total life-safety compliance.
* Al-Qatrana Cement Factory Pipeline | Al-Qatrana, Jordan | 2013–2015 Projects Manager & Senior Mechanical Auditor. Engineered massive high-pressure industrial water supply pipeline across kilometers of rugged desert terrain facing high soil salinity, extreme thermal expansion, and volatile hydraulic surge risks.
Key Metric: Prevented catastrophic pipeline ruptures and water hammer effects through surge anticipation valves and heavy-duty expansion loops; protected local ecosystem from fluid leaks via cathodic protection against saline soil; strict HAZ welding quality control.
* Arab Bank Branch Expansion | Regional Network | 2015–2017 Senior Mechanical Engineer.
Designed and executed high-performance HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems across rapid multi-site expansion using BIM (Revit) modeling, VRF systems, and smart building automation.
Key Metric: Developed scalable MEP framework for multi-site expansion; achieved NC-30 to NC-35 residual sound levels through targeted acoustic silencing; substantial power savings via high-efficiency VRF and smart automation interfaces.
# ERA 4: THE SOLVER ERA
(2018–Present) Global — From local expertise to borderless remote forensic advocacy
* SEE Electro-Mechanical Hardware & Tools | Amman, Jordan | 2018–2023 General Manager & Lead Engineer.
Transformed standard hardware retail into a specialized technical advisory hub.
Instituted mandatory diagnostic intake for clients facing recurring machinery failures, analyzing broken components and reviewing environmental stressors and electrical control anomalies.
Key Metric: Drastically reduced recurring machine failures and premature parts disposal; eliminated production energy spikes; established the business as a premier engineering partner rather than a commodity vendor.
* Alfaydh Consultant / Juhaina Factory | Amman, Jordan | 2023–2026 On-Site Mechanical Consultant.
Led mechanical oversight for industrial plumbing, drainage, and rainwater harvesting networks under complex spatial constraints and strict regulatory requirements.
Key Metric: 100% compliance with national and international building codes; zero construction material waste; integrated high-capacity rainwater harvesting networks to protect local water resources.
* Shalabi Engineering Establishment (SEE) | Online Global Consultations | 2026–Present Senior Electro-Mechanical Consultant. Engineered a structured, data-driven remote forensic diagnostic framework using standardized client intake protocols to analyze fluid dynamics, thermodynamic behaviors, power quality variations, and mechanical stress distribution from high-resolution field telemetry.
Key Metric: Delivered rapid, expert-level remote forensic insights globally; bypassed travel-related environmental costs; prevented unnecessary capital equipment replacements; eliminated carbon-heavy system drag for international clients.
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The Solver Philosophy & Dual Elimination Test.
Current:
I reject the "replacer" mentality that swaps components without finding the true cause.
I enforce the Solver Philosophy:
Every mechanical symptom conceals an environmental consequence.
* A refrigerant leak is not a maintenance issue—it is an atmospheric emission event.
* A drain blockage is not a cleaning issue—it is a water conservation failure.
* A hot water delay is not a comfort issue—it is an energy waste pathway.
Before any corrective action is approved, I apply the Dual Elimination Test:
. Technical Test: If we eliminate this condition, is it mathematically and physically impossible for this failure to recur under any operating envelope?
. Environmental Test: If we eliminate this root cause, have we eliminated all environmental harm pathways—refrigerant emission, water waste, carbon over-emission, chemical contamination?
Only when both tests pass does the investigation conclude.
Enhanced:
THE SOLVER PHILOSOPHY
I reject the "Replacer" mentality that swaps components without finding the true cause.
I enforce the Solver Philosophy:
Every mechanical symptom conceals an environmental consequence.
. A refrigerant leak is not a maintenance issue — it is an atmospheric emission event.
. A drain blockage is not a cleaning issue — it is a water conservation failure.
. A hot water delay is not a comfort issue — it is an energy waste pathway. A pressure drop in a medical gas line is not a valve problem — it is a life-safety breach. Every diagnosis at SEE is viewed through this strict Environmental Lens, because operational efficiency and ecological integrity are not separate disciplines.
They are the same physics.
THE DUAL ELIMINATION TEST
Before any corrective action is approved, every SEE investigation must pass both tests. No exceptions. No shortcuts.
# TEST 1 — TECHNICAL
If we eliminate this condition, is it mathematically and physically impossible for this failure to recur under any operating envelope?
This demands verification of every thermal and mechanical pathway.
* Have we accounted for all transmission pathways through walls, roof, floor, windows, and doors?
* Have we calculated solar load for every glazing orientation using the correct SHGF for the actual latitude and month?
* Have we verified ventilation requirements against ASHRAE 62.1 and actual code requirements, not outdated rules of thumb?
* Have we quantified all internal sources — people, lighting, equipment — using actual schedules, not optimistic assumptions?
* Are U-values effective, accounting for thermal bridging at studs and framing, not nominal catalog values?
* Has infiltration been quantified through blower door testing, not guesswork?
* Only when every watt is accounted for and every assumption is verified against physical reality does the Technical Test pass.
# TEST 2 — ENVIRONMENTAL
* If we eliminate this root cause, have we eliminated all environmental harm pathways — refrigerant emission, water waste, carbon over-emission, chemical contamination?
This demands tracing every consequence to its ecological endpoint.
* Does the correctly sized system minimize refrigerant charge, preventing atmospheric emission events?
* Does it minimize energy consumption, eliminating carbon-heavy system drag? Does it minimize carbon emissions across the operational lifecycle?
* Does it prevent the energy waste of oversized equipment short-cycling and running inefficiently?
* Does it prevent the comfort failure of undersized equipment running continuously at maximum capacity?
* Is 100% environmental compliance achieved — not merely code compliance, but rigorous commitment to engineering advocacy and environmental stewardship?
* Only when all harm pathways are eliminated does the Environmental Test pass.
BOTH TESTS MUST PASS. THE INVESTIGATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL EVERY WATT IS ACCOUNTED FOR, EVERY ASSUMPTION IS VERIFIED AGAINST PHYSICAL REALITY, AND EVERY CONSEQUENCE IS TRACED TO ITS ROOT CAUSE.
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Professional Credentials & Background
Education & Academic Transition
*B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering Technology– Savannah State University, Georgia, USA (Graduated June 1985). This foundational training launched over 40 years of continuous international engineering experience.
Technical Certifications
* Medical Gas Systems (ASSE 6010 / ISO 7396-1)
* HVAC Systems Design and Analysis
* Firefighting Systems Engineering
* Plumbing and Piping Systems
* AutoCAD 2D
Professional Memberships:
* American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) – Active Member
* Jordan Engineers Association (JEA)
– Registered Professional Engineer
Published Technical Works
(Available on Amazon)
* Mechanical Maintenance Essentials:
Practical Strategies for Reliable and Sustainable Operation
* Modern Mechanical Systems:
Principles and Applications
* Quality in Modern Engineering:
Ensuring Excellence in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Service/
* More titles forthcoming.
Languages
* Arabic (Native) | English (Fluent)
### Contact & Portfolios
* 📞 Phone: +1 (912) 901 9292 | +962 79 2809626
* ✉️ Email: haithem.shalabi@see-engineering.org
* 🔗 Official SEE Portfolio: https://sites.google.com/view/shalabi-see/home
Shalabi Engineering Establishment (SEE)
*Forensic Engineering. Electro-Mechanical Mastery. 100% Environmental Compliance.*
Shalabi Engineering Establishment (SEE)
Forensic Engineering. Electro-Mechanical Mastery. 100% Environmental Compliance.
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