Electrical Engineer Project Management

Location:

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Salary:

70,000/=

Posted:

January 12, 2024

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RESUME

GERALD MWANZA ONG’ARIA

P.O.BOX ***-***** MUMIAS

*********@*****.***

MOBILE: 070*******

OBJECTIVES

1. Leverage my technical-minded experience in electrical and electronics engineering in the fast-growing technological world.

2. Analysing problems and new situations as well as fault finding/ trablouble-shooting and finding a workable solution.

3. Leaving a recommendable and meritable track record at my work place my employer and colleagues.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

I am a proactive, adaptable, caring and discipline individual who has a committed and mature approach to my duties and responsibilities. A competent Electrical Engineer with a vast practical contact in Electrical installations, Technical drawing and interpretation, Energy auditing and management, electrical testing, project management and evaluations design and installation of electrical systems and controls, building services (Electrical), preparation of technical reports, tender documents and supervision in the construction and manufacturing industries.

I graduated with a BSC. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Heavy Option). My professional background experience of working in challenging environments has developed and sharpened my capabilities in problem solving, multi-tasking and executing design projects of various scopes successfully. My proficiencies in computer-aided design have enabled me to perform high-level tasks effectively requiring minimal assistance and supervision.

In my previous roles, I have worked with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product development and delivery. I have experience in working with software developers, mechanical engineers, designers and other professionals to create cohesive products/services that meet customer needs. My vast knowledge and experience in various engineering firms is a perfect suit for working in any organization to make a positive and valuable impact in attainment of key business targets and growth.

Apart from engineering experience, my enthusiastic involvement in many activities outside the academic circle has served me well in nurturing my leadership and communication skills, which are essential in the day to day activities of any organization/company. PERSONAL INFORMATION

NAME: Gerald Ong’ariah Mwanza

CELL: 070*******

E-MAIL: *********@*****.***

GANDER: Male

ETHNICITY: Luhya

NATIONALITY: Kenyan

AGE: 32yrs

STATUS: Married

HEALTH: Good

I.D No.: 30133872

LANGUAGE: English, Kiswahili, Luhyah, Luo.

CORE SKILLS

1) Electrical Tests and Installations

2) Solar PV Installations

3) Technical Drawing and Interpretations

4) Circuit Designs

5) Inspection and Testing

6) Health and Safety/ First Aid

7) Site Maintenance

8) Industry Standard Compliance

9) Energy Auditing and Management

EMPLOYMENT EXPIRIENCE

1. FEB 2022-PRESENT, EMS CONSULTANT Ltd. -NAIROBI

SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

EMS Ltd is a consultant firm that offers Engineering, Energy and Environmental Services. ROLES

Am an the senior Electrical Engineer at my current station, I work on design and installation of electrical systems and controls, building services (Electrical and mechanical), energy auditing for manufacturing industries and institutions, project management and evaluations, preparation of technical reports, tender documents and bill of quantities, design and installation of solar power/water heating systems and energy metering among others.. Instruments and tools I use at EMS include but not limited to:- 1) Flue Gas Analysers.

2) Fluke 1730 and 435 Power and Energy Analysers.

3) Infrared Thermometers.

4) Thermal Insulation scanner.

5) Thermal Imager.

6) Ultrasonic Flow meter

7) TDS meter.

8) Clamp meters.

9) Flux meter

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

1) Supervised team of five other electrical engineering employees. 2) Run electrical engineering intern program.

3) Enabled the company to be the best Energy auditing firm in Kenya according to Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) ranking.

4) Increased the number of companies/ clients hiring our service by 90% compared to the previous years since I provided factual viable solutions that were easily adapted by our clients.

5) Provided minimum energy costs / waste solutions for companies without affecting production quality and quantity.

6) By doing all these EMS Ltd is making recommendable business profits of over 80% according to the CEO compared to the previous years. 2. Jan. 2021-Dec.2021, ONYXCON SOLUTIONS Ltd. -NAROK. ASSISTANT ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR ONYXCON was contracted by various clients to manage the construction of their projects

(residential, government and industrial) by offering engineering guidance and construction management.

ROLES

1) Designing, testing, installing and maintaining large-scale electrical systems that transmit and generate power.

2) Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate the entire construction phase. 3) Take account of the health and safety risks to everyone affected by the work (including members of the public), in planning and managing the measures needed to control them. 4) Liaise with the client and principal designer for the duration of the project to ensure that all risks are effectively managed.

5) Prepare a written construction phase plan before the construction phase begins, implement and then regularly review and revise it to make sure it remains fit for purpose. 6) Have ongoing arrangements in place for managing health and safety throughout the construction phase.

7) Consult and engage with workers about their health, safety and welfare. 8) Ensure suitable welfare facilities are provided from the start and maintained throughout the construction phase.

9) Check that anyone they appoint has the skills, knowledge, experience and, where relevant, the organizational capability to carry out their work safely and without risk to health. 10) Ensure all workers have site-specific inductions, and any further information and training they need.

11) Take steps to prevent unauthorized access to the site. 12) Liaise with the principal designer to share any information relevant to the planning, management, monitoring and coordination of the pre-construction phase. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

1) Enabled the company to be among the best Construction companies in Kenya according to the 2022 National Construction Authority of Kenya (NCA) Records. 2) None of our construction sites collapsed since I joined ONYXCON Solutions Ltd. 3) Increased the number of clients hiring our service by 40% compared to the previous years since we provide quality work.

4) Increased working coordination and motivations among our ‘Fundis’ since I made it easier for them to launch their suggestions and complains unlike the previous years. 5) By doing all these I left ONYXCON Solutions Ltd when it was making commendable business profits compared to the previous years according to the CEO. 3. Oct. 2019-Oct. 2020, EWASO NGIRO SOUTH DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

(ENSDA)- NAROK

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION INTERNSHIP

DUTIES

1) Repair and maintenance of water supply network at ENSDA Narok pump station and Ewaso Ng’iro Water treatment.

2) Preparing bill of quantities (BOQ’s) for projects. 3) Monitoring and evaluating field projects.

4) Installing, Servicing and maintaining Solar PV system, motors and generators within the Authority premises.

5) Assist in design of proposed structures.

6) Performing troubleshooting of telecommunications or data equipment which includes testing of lines and swapping out defective boards.

7) Assisting in developing long range telecommunications development plans. 8) Perform System Monitoring and testing of Network Components. 9) Wi-Fi and router installation.

10) Working on HT & LV supply.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

1) Proposed the upgrading of the powerhouse from single phase to three phases since they were facing power instability which was adopted and successfully implemented. 2) Proposed and designed the upgrading of the pump house and pump utilities to a bigger size since the existing ones were undersized hence they were burning frequently we installed and sorted out the issue.

3) Introduced the use of drives (VSD/VFD) on pumps and motors especially at the Tannery and Leather factory in Ewaso Ng'iro Centre which helped to cut the cost of electricity bills by 30%.

4) Proposed and Designed a Grid-Tied Solar PV for the Tannery and Leather factory in Ewaso Ng'iro Centre which has been fully installed hence the factory is now depending 40% on Solar Energy.

5) Introduced and installed Energy Management System (EMS) since they entirely relied on KPLC bills.

4. Jan. 2019- Oct. 2019, Mumias Sugar Company Limited- MUMIAS INTERNSHIP AT THE ELECTRICAL DEPARTMENT

DUTIES

1) Participated in the installation of the COGEN.

2) Created project proposals such us Nambale weighbridge and sub stations that included material, construction costs and labour costs. Presented the budget to the relevant authorities for any adjustment if need be.

3) Maintained and installed motors, generators and transformers. 4) Ensure constant and quality power production /generation storage and distribution to customers.

5) Ensure the power factor was maintained within the recommended ranges. 6) Participated in telecommunications and fiber network systems connection. 7) Maintaining the SCADA system.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

1) Green power generation using solar and steam turbines. 2) Power transmission and transformation.

3) Industrial installation and control using the SCADA, DCCI etc. 5. 2015 (8 months contract), MINI GROUP of COMPANIES-KANGUNDO ROAD NAIROBI

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

DUTIES

1) Designing and maintained lighting system within the company. 2) Maintained electrical equipment and instruments such as motors, generators to ensure safety and proper working condition.

3) Oversaw procured machines were installed on time. 4) Electrical material requisition.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

1) Introduced the use of SKY lights to cut the cost of electricity since the production area depended entirely on electricity for lighting.

2) Introduced the use of drives (VSD/VFD) on mixer motors which helped to cut the cost electricity bills by 30%.

3) Introduced and installed timers on security and motion sensor on godown lightings to help save energy.

5) Feb 2014 to June 2014, KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS (KEBS) –NAIROBI INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) is a National Standards Body with an overall mandate to promote standardization in industry and trade through standards development, conformity assessment, testing and metrology. It aims at providing standards based solutions that deliver quality and confidence to the consumers. DUTIES

Performing safety and conformity tests on electrical equipment to ensure they comply with set standards.

Examples

1) Household electrical and electronics appliances. 2) Electrical appliances for installation in domestic and industrial buildings. 3) Electrical appliances for installation into vehicles and troubleshooting of faulty equipment. 4) Electrical appliances in power generation, storage and distribution. 5) HT and LV cables and insulators.

6) Power distribution board safety.

6. 2012 (Jan-Aug), ST. ROMANO’S TINGOLO SEC. SCHOOL-BUSIA DUTIES

1) Taught maths and physics

2) Timetable Master

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

1) Securing awards, promotions and other acknowledgements of achievement. 2) Most of the students whom I taught got a mean grade of B and above. 3) Introduced Random Assessment Test (RAT) in the school that had a great positive impact on student’s general performance.

WORK EXPIRIENCE SUMMARY

YEAR COMPANY DESCRIPTION

July 2014-Oct 2014 K.E.B.S Industrial Attachment

May 2015-Aug 2015 Mumias Sugar Company Industrial Attachment 2015 (8 months contract) MINI GROUP of Companies Contract June 2016-Aug 2016 Mumias Sugar Company Industrial Attachment Jan 2019-Oct. 2019 Mumias Sugar Company Internship Oct. 2019 - Oct. 2020 ENSDA P. S. C internship

Jan. 2021-Dec.2021 ONYXCON Solution Ltd. Assistant Electrical Engineer

Feb.2022-Date EMS COSULTANT Electrical Engineer/

Energy Manager.

EDUCATION

YEAR INSTITUTION QUALIFICATION

2022 Kenya Association of Manufacturers Certified Energy Auditor 2012-2018 Technical University of Mombasa BSC. EEE (DEGREE) 2008-2012 Chavakali High School K.C.S.E

2008-2009 Chavakali High School Computer certificate 2005-2007 St. Peters Mumias Boys Primary K.C.P.E

2000-2005 Eshirumbwe Primary School K.C.P.E

INTEREST AND STRENGTH

1) Search for facts and figure out solutions to problems 2) The ability to identify, analyze and solve problems 3) Technical design

4) Strong attention to detail

5) Good oral and written communication skills

6) The ability to be both practical and creative

7) Learning more about the fast-growing technological world 8) Team work and team building

9) Enthusiastic industrious, assiduous and quick leaner 10) Punctuality and keen at work (hands on)

HOBBIES

1) Learning new things

2) Singing choir