Akeem Oyedele
NLNG Residential Area
Summary
Electrical Engineer specializing in Electrical Protection Testing and Automation with extensive experience in project management, high voltage equipment installation, and system optimization. Proven expertise in troubleshooting, conducting risk assessments, and enhancing equipment reliability. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and integrating advanced automation solutions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Engineer
Nigeria LNG, LNG Plant Complex
11.2007 - Current
- Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
- Inspected completed installations to observe operations and verify conformance to design and equipment specifications.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Proposed electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency.
- Conducted site inspections to verify adherence to regulatory standards and codes, maintaining a strong compliance record throughout all projects.
- Coordinated with construction teams to resolve any onsite issues promptly, minimizing delays or disruptions in project timelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of electrical components into overall project design.
- Reduced downtime in electrical systems by implementing proactive maintenance schedules.
- Consistently met or exceeded key performance indicators within the electrical engineering department, contributing to overall company success.
- Led training sessions for junior engineers, fostering talent development within the organization.
- Administered both energized and de-energized testing on multi-design change packages.
- Reviewed as-built drawings for accuracy upon completion of commissioning activities, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
- Conducted factory acceptance tests to validate equipment functionality before shipment to site locations.
- Participated in the installation of high voltage equipment including transformers, switchgear, and transmission lines ensuring optimal functionality upon completion.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major electrical projects, ensuring timely completion and minimal disruption to services.
- Supported the efficient operation of substations by conducting inspections and preventive maintenance on transformers, circuit breakers, and other high voltage components.
- Played a critical role in emergency response efforts during power outages or other incidents involving high voltage infrastructure.
- Enhanced power grid reliability by performing routine maintenance and repairs on high voltage electrical equipment.
- Developed comprehensive risk assessments before undertaking any work on high voltage equipment or infrastructure to minimize hazards effectively.
Electrical Protection Testing Specialist
Nigeria LNG, LNG Plant Complex
05.2010 - 12.2018
- Conducted root cause analysis of defects, preventing recurrence of previously identified issues.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by developing and implementing commissioning procedures.
- Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems.
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing and verification of installed systems.
- Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports for quality assurance purposes.
- Participated in the installation of high voltage equipment including transformers, switchgear, and transmission lines ensuring optimal functionality upon completion.
- Enhanced plant equipment reliability through responsive specialized testing, calibration, certification and reporting of protection relays and other specialized equipments in compliance with regulatory standard.
Senior Electrical Technician
Nigeria LNG, LNG Plant Complex
11.2007 - 04.2010
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary changes.
- Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance through regular inspections and preventive measures.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes for faster resolution of electrical issues in the facility.
- Implemented standardized testing procedures for newly installed equipment, ensuring optimal performance from day one.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
- Participated in root cause analysis investigations for recurring issues, identifying solutions to prevent recurrence.
Automation Engineer
FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc,
04.2001 - 07.2007
- Served as the primary point of contact for all inquiries related to automation equipment performance, troubleshooting issues as they arose and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Provided technical expertise during the integration of new automation equipment into existing production lines.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for enhancing existing automated processes through data-driven analysis and recommendations.
- Established best practices and innovative solutions to enhance production rates and output quality.
- Leveraged strong programming skills to develop custom scripts for PLCs, HMIs, and other control system components used in automated machines.
- Led team of engineers to design and program robotic control systems for applications.
- Collaborated with team of engineers to develop control systems for autonomous vehicles.
Education
MSc - Engineering Management
Enugu State University
Enugu, Nigeria12.2020
B Eng - Electrical And Power Electronics Engineering
University of Port Harcourt
Rivers, Nigeria.07.2015
HND - Electrical And Power Electronics Engineering
Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi
Edo State, Nigeria07.1998
Skills
- High Voltage Engineering
- Electrical Systems Integration
- Project Team Supervision
- Electrical System Design
- Industrial Automation
- Technical Drawings and Schematics
- Power system analysis
- Electrical Engineering
- Problem-solving abilities
- Protective relaying
Certification
- Professional Engineering License (PE) - National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) - In view
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute - In view
- NLNG SAEP Certification (132kV Switching level)
- Accredited Management Trainer, CMD – 2023
- Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) - 2015
- Corporate Member, Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE) – 2013
Timeline
Electrical Protection Testing Specialist
Nigeria LNG, LNG Plant Complex
05.2010 - 12.2018
Electrical Engineer
Nigeria LNG, LNG Plant Complex
11.2007 - Current
Senior Electrical Technician
Nigeria LNG, LNG Plant Complex
11.2007 - 04.2010
Automation Engineer
FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc,
04.2001 - 07.2007
MSc - Engineering Management
Enugu State University
B Eng - Electrical And Power Electronics Engineering
University of Port Harcourt
HND - Electrical And Power Electronics Engineering
Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi
- Professional Engineering License (PE) - National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) - In view
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute - In view
- NLNG SAEP Certification (132kV Switching level)
- Accredited Management Trainer, CMD – 2023
- Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) - 2015
- Corporate Member, Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE) – 2013
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