CURRICULUM VITAE

MR. JEFF MASIKA WANJALA

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Personal

Date of Birth

** *****, ****

ID Number

29596163

Nationality

Kenyan

Driving License

Yes

Profile Summary I am a competent Electrical and Electronic Engineer with 5 years’ experience and training in electrical and telecommunication systems design, installation, testing and commissioning to required standards and specifications. I am a hardworking, self-motivated, ambitious and attentive to detail individual with good interpersonal and leadership skills. I have the ability to learn, accept advice, criticism and work in a team and under pressure to meet deadlines.

Education Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology 2010- 2015

BSc. Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Kabarnet High School, 2007-2010

Kings Academy, 1997-2006

Member

2017

ENGINEERS BOARD OF KENYA

GRADUATE ENGINEER (B11819)

2018

INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERS KENYA

GRADUATE ENGINEER (G6749) 2018

Work Experience

Nov, 2019 – Present POWER CHINA/HYPEC. - Nairobi

(SITE SUPERVISOR/DESIGNER)

Duties and Responsibilities

Design of transformers as per client requirements.

Supervision of testing process of transformers and other substation equipment and preparation of reports.

Preparation of Test procedures & documentation.

Preparation of quotations and liaising with clients.

Site commissioning

Site Supervision.

Use of FDB in costing of schemes.

Design of LV and MV panels electrical system layout.

Interpretation of electrical drawings and schematics.

Supervising and commissioning of MV, HV and LV lines

Identified necessary projects and took the initiative to develop an appropriate response to each one.

Conducted site inspections on a pre-determined basis to ensure the on-going adherence to all applicable standards and regulations.

Customer service.

Use of DCS in costing schemes.

Nov, 2017 – Nov, 2018 GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL LTD. – Nairobi

(SITE SUPERVISOR/DESIGNER)

Duties and Responsibilities

Design of electrical systems to match up to the customer needs.

Design of power substations.

Testing of generation and distribution substation equipment.

Implemented new standards and guidelines issued by industry regulators, company managers, and HSE engineers.

Identified necessary projects and took the initiative to develop an appropriate response to each one.

Conducted site inspections on a pre-determined basis to ensure the on-going adherence to all applicable standards and regulations.

Pre-commissioning and maintenance of electrical installations and equipment of HVAC (AIS) Substation and power plants.

Interpretation of electrical drawings and schematics.

Preparation of project quotations.

Preparation of project reports

Preparation of Pre-Qualification and Tender documentation for Projects.

Feb, 2017 – Oct, 2017 RURAL ELECTRIFICATION - Nairobi

(SITE SUPERVISOR/DESIGNER)

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparing Purchase Requisition (PR) for designed projects;

Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of Construction Contracts;

Participating in annual review of the REA projects plan

Supervising of construction of all REA grid projects;

Ensuring that records of all grid projects constructed in the country are properly kept both at the Regional office and head Office;

Ensuring projects information is updated from time to time;

Preparing the weekly projects reports;

Providing completion certificates for completed projects;

Ensuring timely delivery of projects;

Providing technical leadership and guidance on matters pertaining to construction of distribution and transmission lines as necessary;

Participating in formulation of power system design standards and ensure they are adhered to;

Supervising and providing of technical expertise to contractors;

Verifying technical reports, designs and estimates for projects;

Ensuring all construction works conform to the approved standards;

Developing clear procedures on the preparation and issuance of stores requisition forms (STF)

July, 2016 – Feb, 2017 ANNIHI CREATION - Nairobi

(DESIGNER ENGINEER)

Duties and Responsibilities

AutoCAD design both in drawings and design.

G.I.S-Geographic diagram- used for switching, installation of new transformer, switches, isolators.

Use of DCS in costing schemes.

Commissioning, maintenance and repair of telephony equipment, PABX and PBX

Circuit Provision, setup, configuration and maintenance of Routers and switches

Providing software solutions

Convectional and digital Radio system application techniques

Maintain safety standards

Use Of DCS and FDB In Costing Schemes

Safety and precautions an electrical equipment/gadgets

Design of electricity distribution line both low voltage and high voltage.

Observing current site details by site visit and map interpretation

Costing of high voltage line and low voltage line.

Be able to interpret designs in AutoCAD.

Feb, 2015 – June, 2016 Geothermal Development Company-Nakuru

(O & M Engineer)

Duties and Responsibilities

Synchronization of generator sets

Maintenance battery storage system

Maintenance and servicing of high power generators

Maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of rig sensors and actuators.

Servicing of motors and high power pumps.

Monitoring and troubleshooting of SCR system

Develop and maintain standardized work procedures for PLC, testing and automated equipment

Develop and maintain spare parts inventory with reorder points

Active maintenance team member in assisting in all areas of maintenance

Develop, maintain and analyze KPIs for the processes under his supervision

Conduct continuous improvement projects related to PLC, testing and automated equipment

Provide leadership and guidance for automation technicians

Develop TPM system for automated equipment

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Jan, 2013 - April, 2014 Kenya Power-Nairobi (INTERN)

Duties and Responsibilities

Design of electricity distribution line both low voltage and high voltage.

Observing current site details by site visit and map interpretation

Costing of high voltage line and low voltage line.

Be able to interpret designs in AutoCAD.

AutoCAD design both in drawings and design.

G.I.S-Geographic diagram- used for switching, installation of new transformer, switches, isolators.

Use of DCS in costing schemes.

Inspection and isolation of overhead lines both low voltage and high voltage.

Installation of M.D.I, commissioning of transformers and fault finding

Reconnection and disconnection of supply.

Safety and precautions on electrical equipment/gadgets.

Maintenance of low voltage overhead line.

Tensioning/ stringing of conductors.

Transformer installation, replacement and wiring.

Earthling of low and high voltage lines.

Meggering and insulation tests of transformer

Skills and Technical Experience

Proficient in the use of all Office Programs including but not limited to Excel, MS Project, Power Point, and Word.

ArcGIS Spatial Analyst tools, Model Builder, Python scripting, or equivalent)

Preparation of project reports

Proficiency in CCNA and Networking

Proficiency in GIS software including QGIS, ArcGIS Desktop 10.x

Experience in Project Management all through implementation stage to handing over.

Hands on control, troubleshooting and instrumentation skills

Programming in C, C++ language and java script.

SCADA Management

Proficient in the use of Electrical and electric design software such as AutoCAD, Proteus and NEPLAN.

Substantial knowledge of engineering principles and extensive understanding of construction operations.

Knowledge of Protection systems used in power systems (differential protection, earth fault, restricted earth fault, sensitive earth fault, line distance, over current, frequency (UF/OF), Voltage (OV/UV).

Experienced in planning, site management, project execution & client liaison.

Knowledge of pre-commissioning and maintenance of new electrical installations and equipment.

Proficient in substation relays and automation software including but not limited to PCM600, DIGSI and Automation Studio.

Skilled in the installation of Low, Medium and High Voltage panels and switchgear with the ability to interpret electrical single line diagrams, cable and schematic diagrams.

Extensive knowledge of the Kenyan grid network having worked with energy utility companies such as Kenya Power, Ketraco, KENGEN, GDC and REA.

REFEREES

ENG. Richmond Barasa

Engineer Drilling and Operation

Geothermal Development Company

Nakuru

Tel: 072*******

Email:adnz3y@r.postjobfree.com

ENG. Joni Ondieki

Engineer Construction.

Rural Electrification & Renewable Energy Corporation

Nairobi

Tel: 072*******

Email:adnz3y@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. Methodius Njoroge Kiarie

Survey section design

Kenya Power

Nakuru

Tel:072*******

Email:adnz3y@r.postjobfree.com

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