Electrical
Resume:
Michael Otieno
*********@*****.***
ASSOCIATIONS
The Kenya
Engineering
Technology
Registration Board
(KETRB),
Candidate Engineering.
Technician,
Institute of Trade
Standards
Association-ITSA
Kenya
Type 4 Authorized Mechanic
Electrical Works,
National Construction
Authority
Licensed Construction Site
Supervisor
Institute of Trade
Standards
Association-ITSA
Kenya
Type 6 Authorized Mechanic
Institution of
Engineering
Technologists and
Technicians (IET)
Certified Technician
Energy & Petroleum
Regulatory
Commission (EPRA)
Licensed Electrician (Class C2)
LANGUAGES
English
Spoken: Fluent • Written: Fluent
I NTRO
A skilled electrical and instrumentation engineer with over 7 years of experience in the energy sector, including construction and maintenance. I specialize in electrical and instrumentation systems troubleshooting, calibration, installation, and commissioning. Throughout my career, have worked mostly in the oil and gas industry, wind power, geothermal power plants, substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks. WORK EXPERIENCE
Under this role, I was overseeing and witnessed the electrical testing conducted by the contractor during the commissioning phase in the KPLC 220kV Isinya substation, the developer-owned 33/220kV Kipeto-KPLC substation,102 MW-60 turbines WPP, and the commissioning of 17Km 220Kv high voltage transmission line. Participated in commissioning meetings on-site and provided weekly reports and regular feedback to the Project Manager at Mott Macdonald. Ensured compliance with the test methodologies for the commissioning test quality compliance.
Routinely inspect and service the fuel dispensing meters at the agent's location for efficiency and customer availability.
Performing inspections, tests, and evaluations to ensure fuel dispensing meters are assembled within the required quality specifications.
Implementing quality assurance functional tests on fuel dispensing meters, Smart Depot Systems installed at Vivo Energy Stations, and Smart Tanker Systems installed on fuel tankers.
Documenting calibration processes and data, and developing calibration certificates as part of quality assurance.
Reviewing test documents and suggesting improvements to quality standards and inspection processes as well as assisting with the development and writing of test plans and test cases. Documenting analysis data for components, products for process quality, and reliability. Reports on hardware test failures and detailed engineering logs. Assuring quality workmanship and safety consciousness in the field, as well as accuracy in reporting and following processes.
As part of the 452 km long, 20-inch diameter Kenya Pipeline Company Line 1 Replacement Project, I supervised all new construction works regarding the installation and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation equipment at pump stations 5 and 6. I was overseeing a team of up to 40 employees to install control panels and various equipment which included a 132kV/6.6kV substation, standby diesel generator,6.6kV VFD System, LV Independent Engineer-Substations (Consultancy)
Mott MacDonald Ltd; • Mar 2020 – Jul 2020
Field Service Technician
KOKO Networks Nairobi • Jan 2019 – Present
Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor
Azicon Kenya Ltd • Jan 2017 – Dec 2018
panels, and motors, 6.6kV pumps, field instruments, UPS & battery Charger, lightning protection and earthing system, HVAC system, MV/LV and termination works, industrial and building lighting, cable trays and ducts works, and clean agent system, as per prescribed standards and codes of practice.
Conducted inspection of all installed equipment and pre-commissioning activities by use of completion management software.
Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and, components locating the cause of a breakdown by identifying hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair and correcting the problem during the maintenance period. Coordinated the liaison activities of the company, KPLC, civil and electrical subcontractor's activities at Mosocho, Sosiot & Kisumu South 66/33/11kV KPLC Substations and REA Distribution Lines.
Supervised the installation and commissioning of substation equipment including the switchboards, gantry structures, and transformers. Supervised erection, commissioning, and maintenance of KPLC 33/11kV overhead incoming and outgoing lines for the stations.
Coordinated and supervised the erection of Rural Electrification Authority-REA 11kv/415V distribution lines and transformers in the Narok region. Conducted quality inspections, milestone measurements, and approved projects completed phases.
Supervised the construction and commissioning of Chepseon 33/11kV KPLC Substation Coordinated the electrical and civil work subcontractors, supervised their performance, and ensured the project was completed on time.
Conducted quality inspections at critical stages and approved projects completed phases. Completed daily, weekly and monthly reports as necessary. Assembled, calibrated, and installed field and steam turbine instruments, such as pressure transmitters,gauges, pressure switches, motor-operated valves, and RTDs, during the construction of Kengen,Olkaria 1AU 140MW Geothermal Power Plant. Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated pneumatic and electronic control equipment in the shop and in the field.
Fitted instrument impulse tubes of 1", 1/2", and 1/4" tubes of up to 10 bar compressed air system.
Fabricated instruments stanchion stands and instrument tube supports. Substations Construction Coordinator
POWERGROUP TECHNOLOGIES LTD • Dec 2015 – Oct 2016
Site Supervisor, Electrical & Civil Works
Siemens (Pty) India,Ultimate Engineering • Apr 2015 – Nov 2015 Instrumentation and Control Technician
H Young & Co. E.A & Co. Ltd • Feb 2014 – Dec 2014
Technicians Team Lead, Control & Instrumentation.
Polyphase Systems Ltd • Jul 2013 – Jan 2014
Started as an instrumentation technician, calibrating and installing field and steam turbine instruments which included pressure transmitters, gauges, pressure, and level switches, motor- operated valves, andRTDs. During my first 2 months, I worked my way up to Team Lead Technician, managing a crew of 8 technicians and 10 helpers. My responsibilities included planning, coordinating, and implementing work assigned to the C & I department during the Olkaria IV 140MW GPP project.
Developed mini-plans as necessary including the pre-commissioning schedules. Provided technical support and quality assurance on the control system and field Instrument installations by ensuring proper DCS field connectivity. Ensured process control-related best practices, guidelines, and specifications are followed in the project efforts.
Assisted the commissioning engineers in preparing detailed regular reports on pre- commissioning execution & progress.
Liaised with the commissioning & start-up team to monitor and confirm the necessary preparatory works are in place.
Finalized pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures and verification against installed instruments/lineups and configuration.
Ensured proper and accurate documentation of reports is updated for continuity, insulation resistance, and loop tests.
Carried out control room operations during the pre-commission and running of the plant. Signed inspection and test reports (ITRs) on behalf of the sub-contractor. Reported activities monitoring and progress on daily toolbox meetings. EDUCATION
Diploma,Project Management
Kenyatta university • Jan 2018 – Jan 2019
Certificate in Solar Photovoltaic Design, Installation & Maintenance. University of Nairobi • Jan 2012 – Jan 2012
Electrical & Electronics
Technical University of Kenya • Jan 2010 – Jan 2012 L I NKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-otieno-6b35a868/ REFERENCES
Manager • +254-****-*** 715 • *************@*****.***
• +254-****-*** 127 • ******.*****@***.**.**
Manager • +44 (0-141-***-**** • ***.***********@*******.*** Elijah Onyando • E&I Engineer at ENI Kenya B.V
Martin Opiyo • Senior Instrumentation Technician at Kenya Pipeline Company Tim Stringfield • Renewable Energy Project Manager - Owner's Engineer at Mott Macdonald
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