Electrical Engineer Research Assistant

Samip Khanal

*********@*******.***.*** 402-***-**** Youngstown, OH 44504

EDUCATION:

Youngstown State University (YSU) Youngstown, Ohio Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering Dec 2025 (Anticipated) Tribhuvan University (TU) Kathmandu, Nepal

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering December 2013 WORK EXPERIENCE:

Youngstown State University, Department of ECE Youngstown, OH Graduate Research Assistant January 2024 – Present

Engaged in ongoing research to model a smart grid powered entirely by renewable energy sources, aiming to design a sustainable energy solution for a large-scale community.

Collaborating with colleagues on a project to print a 3D model using a 2PP machine, exploring new manufacturing techniques.

Modeled a wireless charger using Litz wire for frequencies higher than 1 MHz, enhancing efficiency in high-frequency applications.

Simulated the coils in ANSYS Electronics 3D, conducting detailed analyses to optimize performance and validate the design.

Served as a teaching assistant for digital circuit lab last semester and currently serving as a undergraduate level instrumentation and computation lab for more than 40 students.

Managing grading responsibilities including the evaluation of lab reports, quizzes, exams, and other assignments, maintaining accurate records and providing timely feedback to students. Clean Energy Consultant Private Limited Kathmandu, Nepal Electrical Engineer July 2017 - December 2023

Major Projects Involved:

Marsyangdi Hydropower PRoR Project (2 hrs. Peaking) - Feasibility Level Study 99.9 MW Super Dordi Hydropower Project – Completed (Tunnel Project) 54 MW Upper Chameliya Hydropower Project - Completed 40 MW Upper Kabeli Hydropower Project – Construction phase 28.1 MW Mathillo Thulo Khola Hydropower Project – Construction Phase 22 MW Upper Hewa Khola Hydropower Project - Completed 8.5 MW Upper Khorunga Khola Hydropower Project - Completed 7.5 MW

Worked with senior engineers and management team on planning and power evacuation for 10+ hydroelectric projects.

Led a team to prepare Feasibility Study Reports (FSR) and Detailed Project Reports (DPR) for Electromechanical components and 33 kV to 220 kV transmission lines for power evacuation to the National Grid.

Performed quantity preparations, cost estimation of EM & TL components, CAD drawings of powerhouse switchyard & interconnection substations including plan and profile.

Design Substations of power ranging upto 50 MVA, 132 kV that uses double bus bar scheme for the evacuation of power generated by hydropower projects.

Engineered and installed over more than 40 distribution transformers for above mentioned project for construction power during the construction phase, including switch gear and protection with a voltage regulation of less than 5%.

Prepared a Bill of Quantity (BOQ) exceeding $12M for Electromechanical equipment, including turbines, generators, control panels, and communication systems.

Attended several technical clarification meetings with different stakeholders, Prepared MoM and technical discussions regularly.

Supervised pre-shipment inspections and conducted required tests as the project’s inspector for 4 different hydropower projects.

Consulted with over 20 clients to assess electrical needs, providing tailored solutions that ensured projects met milestones, stayed within budget, and achieved over 90% satisfaction.

Coordinated with more than 5 vendors, suppliers and manufacturing personnel to resolve technical and quality issues. D-Power Solutions Private Limited Kathmandu, Nepal Electrical Engineer April 2014 – June 2017

Involved in making the Transmission line master plan of Nepal by Electricite de France (EDF) in collaboration with my organization for Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) within time framed assigned by client collaborating with team of 27 engineers.

Compiled and presented monthly energy report of Nepal and advised Senior Management for the Potentiality of Energy.

Managed the overall power supply for office buildings, implementing energy-saving strategies that reduced electricity costs by 20% annually.

Evaluated in tendering process for various transmission line projects and frequent visit to those sites for more than 5 transmission line project.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND OTHERS:

Microsoft Office, Hydropower design, Project Planning, Tender document, Substation designs, Transmission and distribution lines, C, C++, MATLAB, PSpice, ModelSim, Electrical AutoCAD, Single line diagrams, Transformer testing.

LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Showcased YSU lab facilities and ongoing research to over 38 new students during Y Day events on multiple occasions.

Taught 50 plus graders in Tanauan District about hydroelectric power generation and engineering careers in January 2014

Assistance in fundraising of about 10,000 $ for the victim of devastating earthquake in April 2015.

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