Chidiebere Chukwuemeka
GCA Energy Limited
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
3
Languages
11
Years of experience
Detail-oriented Metering and maintenance Engineer experienced in enhancing operational efficiency and technical accuracy in industrial environments. Delivered fiscal metering and designed optimized systems, contributing to $2M+ in recovered revenue and achieving 100% NUPRC audit compliance. Focused on adopting innovative technologies and best practices to minimize downtime and ensure high safety standards.
Work History
METERING AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER LEAD
5 Years- Coordinated calibration and maintenance of PD Coriolis and turbine meters across multiple sites to support reliable metering for operations at different stations and gas plant.
- Designed 3 fiscal metering skids in AutoCAD per API MPMS Chp. 5, cutting fabrication rework 25% and passing NUPRC audit with zero NCRs.
- Managed client engagement through technical briefings and support, contributing to improved metering system efficiency bid preparations and increased revenue by 40% while enhancing customer satisfaction by 90%.
- Performed internal audits, coordinated vendor-site recertification, and prepared and maintained technical documentation in partnership with Emerson to review metering infrastructure requirements and support system performance improvements.
- Coordinated metering activities at Andolf Energy Limited, ensuring seamless operations across various sites.
- Audited GBARAN gas plant fiscal system by reconciling KROHNE flow computer readings with DCS data and correcting mismatches from ±0.6% to ±0.15%.
- Conducted in-house water-draw to validate repeatability and rectified omni flow computer faults to ensure precise analog-signal reception during metering operations.
- Performed prover loop recertification at ExxonMobil using small volume prover with known base volume, coordinated with meter to verify calibration integrity.
- Executed site acceptance testing for newly installed auto-sampling unit at Gbaran Gas Plant.
- Studied prover loop operations thoroughly to improve technical proficiency related to metering processes.
- Completed transmitter recertification to verify compliance with industry standards and sustain operational performance.
- Completed pressure switch recertification at Diebu Creek, verifying proper function to ensure continued safe operations.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary collaboration to integrate instrumentation solutions into overall project design for project alignment.
LEAD METERING AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
1 Year 9 Months- Enhanced measurement accuracy from 35% to 99% by redesigning underperforming NPDC metering skid; eliminating $800k/year deferred production execution.
- Trained 15 techs and delivered liquid metering presentations for Felpet Engineering employees, improving field competency of personnel.
- Redesigned underperforming NPDC metering skid, boosting measurement accuracy from 35% to 99% and eliminating $800k/year in deferred production execution.
- Executed MPMS-compliant calibrations using smith PD master meter at Benin Benin river valve station; developed new meter factor accepted by NPDC personnel.
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER TRAINEE
6 Months- Completed hands-on training in gas plant operations, enhancing control room efficiency and mastering emergency shutdown procedures.
- Completed hands-on training focused on gas plant operations, with emphasis on control room efficiency and effective emergency shutdown procedures.
- Gained proficiency in AutoCAD through a 3-month technical design course, creating detailed drawings for electrical and instrumentation systems.
- Acquired foundational project management skills during a 7-day Level 1 training course, focusing on planning, execution, and project control techniques.
- Strengthened cross-cultural communication and leadership capabilities through intensive programs in multicultural management, entrepreneurship, and leadership development.
METERING/ INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
2 Years 5 Months- Calibrated onsite meters using a Faure Hermann turbine master meter to improve crude oil measurement accuracy and drive revenue growth for Renaissance Africa Energy.
- Delivered instrumentation and metering projects for major clients including Renaissance and FMC Technip, contributing three years of performance at GIL Automation.
- Delivered successful instrumentation and metering projects for major clients like Renaissance and FMC Technip, while contributing over three years of value-driven performance at GIL Automation.
- Oversaw technical reporting and regulatory compliance, coordinated NUPRC report signoffs, and recertified client pressure and temperature gauges with precision lab equipment, ensuring 95% customer satisfaction.
TEACHER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
1 Year- Coordinated and taught computer science class for seniors at college of education Azare, Bauchi State, enhancing student understanding of key concepts.
- Developed and provided instructional materials to support student comprehension of computer science topics.
- Conducted thorough audits on student performance on the performance of the students.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Computer Engineering
COREN Eligible
Skills
AutoCAD design
Decision Making& Adaptability
Transmitter fundamentals
Troubleshooting and documentation
Prolink software usage
AutoCAD design
Transmitter operations
Tank calibration
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Sound computer and measurement skills
Team player
Technical collaboration
Oil and gas operations
Leadership & communication skills
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of metering engineers in the development of metering skid design using AUTOCAD.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop a liquid measurement calculation template.
- Documented and resolved measurement errors in Nun river and Gbaran Node which led to increased production.
- Achieved metering activities safely by completing recertification of proverloop, meter proving, calibration of field transmitters with accuracy and efficiency.
LANGUAGES
ibo: First Language
English: C2
Proficient (C2)
Reading, sports and travelling.
I love travelling and reading a lot. I draw a lot of inspiration by so doing.
Timeline
METERING AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER LEAD
GCA Energy Limited
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
LEAD METERING AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
Hoechy Development Limited
10.2019 - 07.2021Read More
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER TRAINEE
Saipem Contracting Nigeria Limited
03.2019 - 09.2019Read More
METERING/ INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
Gil Automation
08.2016 - 01.2019Read More
TEACHER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
College of Education Azare
06.2015 - 06.2016Read More
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, OWERRI
Bachelor of Engineering from Electronics and Computer Engineering
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