PROFILE
ERICK OWINO NGEDE
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Dedicated, service-oriented and creative mechanical engineer with strong knowledge of technologies, design tools, plant maintenance and best practices in mechanical design using AutoCAD and engineering drawings. Proven ability to complete projects on time. Able to design and fabricate equipment and test and improve prototypes. Experience working as a team member to accomplish engineering goals.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Excellent technical skills, including AutoCAD experience.
Strong analytical skills.
Interpersonal and team working skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Problem solving skills.
High level of integrity
Flexible and able to work under minimal supervision WORK EXPERIENCE
Mechanical Assistant Engineer: Wandi Packaging Limited January 2025-Current
Provide mechanical maintenance and support for production machinery, including printing, die-cutting, gluing, stitching machines, conveyors, pulleys, and boiler systems.
Perform arc welding and fabrication works for repair and modification of mechanical components and support structures.
Troubleshoot mechanical faults, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure minimal production downtime.
Designed and implemented a gear linkage system to mechanically synchronize the eight printing units with the die-cut unit, achieving uniform speed operation, reducing printing time, and improving cost efficiency.
Assist in installation, alignment, and calibration of machine components to maintain optimal performance and safety standards.
Collaborate with the production and electrical teams to enhance machine reliability and operational output.
Currently serving as Acting Secretary of the Safety Committee, coordinating safety meetings, documenting reports, and promoting safe work practices among staff.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce energy consumption and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Mechanical Engineering Trainer Intern: Kakrao Technical and Vocational College January 2023-2024
As a trainer:
Providing tutoring and academic counseling to students.
Maintains class related records, and assesses the students.
Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement.
Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and project proposals.
Carrying out several mechanical practical with the students. As Industrial Linkages Officer:
Coordinating the industrial activities before, during and after attachment to ensure that the trainees are well placed, assessed and appraised appropriately
Developing links with industry on technical development and participating in areas of product innovation, design and construction.
Holding sensitization meetings within the institution as far as industrial activities is concerned.
Junior Mechanical Engineer: Farmers Choice Limited December 2021-March 2022.
Involved in mechanical and electrical workshop practices.
Ensured efficient operation of the boiler.
Fabricated equipment which helped in the transportation of products within the company thus the production more efficient.
Involved in routine maintenance of the production plant machines eg greasing, oil change, filter change, cleaning and dusting
Assisted in ensuring effective and efficient working of the steam system, air compressors, calorifiers, dryers and heat exchangers.
Ensured efficient operation of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Worked closely with senior engineers throughout each development cycle to develop design ideas from conception to execution.
Junior Mechanical Engineer: Kibos Sugar and Allied Industries Limited. February 2021- April 2021.
Involved workshop operations eg, lathe machine, drilling machine operation and servicing, and welding and fabrication of equipment.
Carried out pre-mills and millhouse procedures, operations and maintenance of cane handling equipment, mills and juice pumping system.
Ensured the boiler is working effectively and efficiently, including water treatment and its flow.
Involved in pump serving and maintenance.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Assisted in implantation of proactive maintenance procedures that led to a 10% increase in equipment durability and a 20% decrease in plant accidents.
Designed and implemented a gear linkage system to mechanically synchronize the eight printing units with the die-cut unit, achieving uniform speed operation, reducing printing time, and improving cost efficiency. EDUCATION HISTORY
Siaya Institute of Technology -Siaya, 2019-2022; Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (plant option).
Kisumu Day High School-Kisumu, 2015 - 2018; Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
Omung’i Primary School - Kisumu, 2007-2014; Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. REFERENCES
Naomi Odira
Kakrao Technical and Vocational College, Deputy Principal 072*******
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Christopher Jaramba
Farmers Choice Limited, Mechanical Engineering Supervisor 072******* ******************@*****.***
Anthony Gachie
Bigcold limited company, Mechanical Engineer
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