Electrical Engineer Development

TATENDA MAKARUDZE

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

HARARE, ZW +263********* ******************@*****.***

Professional SummaryA results-oriented Electrical Engineer proficient in strategic planning, design, installation, automation and maintenance of electromechanical systems, costing and monitoring of projects. A reliable team player and hard worker with a consistent track record of successful report preparation, management and timely completion of projects.

Experience

SIRDC Principal Research and Development Engineer (Projects) 2025/01 - Present

Leading research and development in electrical power systems, industrial automation, and control systems.

Designing and implementing high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) power distribution systems for industrial and commercial applications.

Conducting power system studies including load flow analysis, fault analysis, and stability assessments using DigSilent PowerFactory and MATLAB.

Overseeing electrical system design, prototyping, and testing for industrial automation projects.

Managing projects in electrical infrastructure development, ensuring compliance with local and international engineering standards.

Providing technical consultancy and engineering solutions for industrial power systems, including transformer selection, circuit breaker coordination, and power factor correction.

Leading cross-functional teams in electrical safety, compliance audits, and energy efficiency projects.

Collaborating with industry partners, universities, and regulatory bodies to advance electrical engineering innovations.

Preparing technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders and funding agencies.

Furbank Projects Electrical Engineer 2023/08- 2024/11

Preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, product sourcing, preparation of invoices, contract negotiation and contract management

Managing project compliance with relevant engineering and safety standards

Project team coordination inclusive of management of sub-contractors during project implementation to ensure all design specifications are met with the highest level of quality and workmanship

Preparation of Bills of quantities and schedule of works for budgeting and project costing

Stakeholder engagement and stakeholder management, inclusive of maintaining and growing relationships with new clients by understanding their requirements.

Offer technical support to the project team to ensure high level efficiency, and project completion within stipulated budgets and cost baselines

Ascon Africa Consulting Engineers Projects Electrical Engineer 2023/08- 2024/11

Leading in HV/LV (High & Low Voltage) design and installation of new electrical connections

Creating and drafting bills of quantities for required materials in several Capital Investment Projects.

Updating all and reviewing of engineering documentation, drawings and reports

Engagement and supervision of contractors on site to ensure compliance with local and international engineering standards

Ensure health and safety standards are adhered to for safe work practice on the project site

Timely coordination of all departmental projects and activities to ensure they are within budget and stipulated schedules

Defining the scope of work through engagement with the client and various project stakeholders

Preparation of technical specifications and procurement documents for client approval

Preparation of project procurement plan and schedule

Commissioning of new plant and equipment by following relevant test procedures

Zimbabwe Power Company Maintenance Engineer 2023/08- 2024/11

Managed and led the electrical and instrumentation departments' workforce

Preparation of maintenance work instructions and work procedures using the recommended and approved supplier’s maintenance documents

Troubleshooting and identification of system faults

Conducted a hands-on approach to the maintenance of plant equipment inclusive of HV and LV electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, and circuit breakers.

Ensured proper equipment start-up procedures were followed

Performed preventive and planned maintenance through measurement, recording and analysis of critical equipment parameters

Planned and scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance work packages to ensure plant availability and reliability

Prepared the maintenance department's annual budget and procurement plan.

Updated records of plant maintenance history

Ensured compliance of works to corporate safety, health and environment standards.

Assessed plant risks and recommended and implemented corrective and preventive actions.

Prepared tender documents and adjudicated submitted bids for procurement of new plant and equipment

Education

Master of Science Degree in Mechatronics and Artificial Intelligence (University of Zimbabwe 2021- 2022)- Merit

Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Electrical Engineering (University of Zimbabwe 2014-2018) – Distinction

Professional Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP NUMBER 3194027)

Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA-64235607)

Skills & abilities

Leadership AutoCAD DigSilent PowerFactory MatLab Microsoft Office Dialux SCADA PLC Project Management Preventive Maintenance Contract Management Electrical Installations

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