CHRISTIAN EHIKIOYA ADOGHE
Summary
Dedicated Engineer with over 15 years Experience, focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION PROJECT ENGINEER
MELCURT LIMITED
01.2025 - Current
- Served as a technical liaison between clients and contractors, facilitating smooth communication throughout project lifecycle.
- Developed comprehensive project scopes, schedules, and budgets that aligned with client objectives and expectations.
- Performed rigorous quality assurance checks on completed installations, ensuring adherence to industry standards and specifications.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of critical equipment while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Managed cross-functional teams for the successful execution of complex engineering projects within tight deadlines.
- Participated in design specification review meetings, coordinating with inter-departmental teams to align ongoing efforts and overall business goals.
- Assisted in installation of electrical systems and components.
- Supervised installation of all instrumentation equipment like valve, gauges, transmitters and other field instrument .
- Supervised installation of electrical equipment like UPS, solar system, batteries, generators, cabling, cable trays, earthing, switchgears , Panels etc.
- Supervised installation of fiber optic cable and all telecommunication equipment .
- Supervised contractors and all work scope of E&I.
- Supervised procurement of project equipment .
- Ensure thorough review of project drawings, data sheet and specification .
- Established and maintained effective communication with clients and contractors.
- Prepared detailed reports on electrical systems and components for project review.
- Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion.
- Proactively identified potential risks and developed contingency plans to minimize impact on project deliverables.
- Conducted projects and performance presentations to clients and company executives.
- Ensured safety at work site.
LEAD ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
OIL SERV NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2023 - 12.2024
- CONSTRUCTION OF BLOCK VALVE STATIONS, TERMINAL GAS STATIONS FOR 40inches GAS PIPELINE FOR AKK PROJECT AND INSTALLATION OF FIBER OPTICS CABLE CONDUIT
- Assessed electrical designs prepared by fellow engineers or contractors for feasibility
- Outlined specifications for materials and equipment to be used in electrical designs
- Supervised Power Generation, distribution and transmission.
- Participated in design specification review meetings, coordinating with inter-departmental teams to align ongoing efforts and overall business goals.
- Managed procurement process for instrumentation components, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products within budget constraints.
- Supervised Equipment installation, like Valves, transmitters, Cabling, Earthing, Transmitters, Electric Motors, Generators, Air compressors, Station Lighting as specified by design
- Supervised Field instrumentation, Control Panel, Remote terminal Unit, Fire and gas installation and programming
- Fiber optics cable conduit and fiber optic cable laying and installation as specified along Right of way of Pipeline
- Photovoltaic and solar panel installation
- Commissioning readiness
- Closely monitored project activities to keep operations within established budget and schedule limits
- Carried out Quality control and testing of Equipment on site
- Ensured adequate safe working practices to all personnel/workers at site
- Ensured regulatory compliance with thorough testing of emissions monitoring systems and reporting procedures.
- Communicated complex technical specifications to non-technical people in easily comprehensible formats.
- Contributed to client proposals, spearheading compliance with prescribed technical specifications and budgetary concerns.
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTION SUPERVISOR
SPIE OIL AND GAS
12.2021 - 12.2022
- PROJECT: MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF 3X5.5 MW POWER PLANT CLIENT : TOTAL ENERGIES (TOTAL TURBINE)
- Supervised power plant and electrical distribution system (low and high voltage)
- Supervised instrument and control
- Organized, control and perform field maintenance on UPS, emergency and backup power system
- Maintenance of Solar Turbine, Cat generator ( black start unit), Air compressor and other Electrical and instrumentation equipment
- Supervised Plant start up and shut down activities
- Ensured that Plant instrument and safety devices are working optimally
- Ensured permit to work system is controlled and adhered to as per requirement
- Prepared and administered required reports
- Assisted in competency assessment and performance evaluation of subordinates
- Worked with facility personnel to coordinate shutdowns around operating schedules for minimal downtime
- Maintained an adequate level of spare parts to handle expected maintenance requirements
- Monitored employee performance and delivered constructive feedback through documented reviews
- Coordinated work activities between the managers, engineering team and quality control to meet the strictest performance standards
- Continuously monitored work areas and inspected equipment, protecting the employees by quickly correcting unsafe conditions
- Supervised and commissioned 33kv Power transmission from Power plant to location to Total village ( Staff living quarters)
- Over 20km
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER/SUPERVISOR
TEKNO OY
09.2021 - 10.2022
- PROJECT: CONSTRUCTION AND COMMISSIONING OF 50MW POWER PLANT FOR BUA CEMENT
- Provide technical guidance regarding the installation
- Inspecting and assessing the work done by the E & I contractors.(CBMI CHINA)
- Installation and Commissioning of LV/HV auxiliary motors, integrity check of installation
- Co-ordinate and report on a weekly and monthly basis on all progress matters and problem area
- Planned and managed project communications to convey information, expectations and deliverables
- Managed day-to-day installation activities and resources to align with scope, schedule, budget and quality standards
- Communicated with project stakeholders to offer status updates and meet project deadlines
- Supervised project construction of 50MW Wartsilla Engines
- Supervised gas plant installation
- Supervised instrumentation installations like gauges, valves, transmitters, programming , Fire and gas installation
- Developed and updated project plans, including information such as objectives and schedules
- Supervised installation of High voltage Equipment like transformers, switch gear, Synchronization
- Supervised in commissioning of Power plant, gas plant, Switch gear, Relay testing and all cabling activities
- Monitored employee performance and delivered constructive feedback through documented reviews
- Supported budget preparation and adherence by negotiating purchase prices and monitoring departmental expenditures
- Investigated accidents or injuries and prepared reports detailing findings
- Verified availability of equipment replacement parts to maintain operational compliance and assist staff and contractors with equipment repairs
- Motivated team members to meet goals and mentored individuals to improve performance
PROJECT MANAGER
AVEON OFFSHORES
09.2020 - 08.2021
- PROJECT MANAGER AT AVEON OFFSHORE PROJECT: SYMP (soft yoke mooring platform repairs/replacement of starboard and port side leg and swivel) lifting and cross hauling of equipment
- CLIENT: SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY NIGERIA
- Coordinated project timelines, meeting agendas and next steps to move cross- functional project forward
- Served as first point of contact for clients, answering questions and explaining strategies
- Communicated with key stakeholders to determine Project requirements
- Reviewed policies, plans and procedures to improve processes continuously
- Equipped team with required knowledge resources and materials to successfully execute Project work
- Commissioned Port side and Starboard legs of FPSO
- Ensured safety Practices in lifting activities
- Tracked and completed action items to report progress to project owners
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
ELPER OIL FIELD
05.2017 - 01.2020
- MAINTENANCE OF SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT FACILITIES ONSHORE/OFFSHORE
- Reviewed policies, plans and procedures to improve processes continuously
- Carried out maintenance on electrical equipment and systems like Electric motors, Generators, Turbines, Relay system, switch gear, Electrical Panels, Air compressors
- Made sure that all maintenance commissioning activities are performed safely in accordance with company regulations and in accordance with good engineering practice
- Ensured all Electrical systems are operating at job site
- Maintained Commissioned power generation ,transmission and distribution
- Tested continuity of electrical circuits and cables to measure system compatibility and safety
- Notified relevant personnel of potential hazards and appropriate mitigation action
- Followed maintenance plan, meeting development schedules and enabling projects to stay on track
- Carried out High voltage Equipment maintenance and switching in the Plant
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER
SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY ( CONTRACT)-OFFSHORE/ONSHORE
09.2008 - 07.2017
- Electrical maintenance of Shell Petroleum Development onshore/offshore facilities and Project supervision
- Installation and equipment integrity checks
- Switch gear maintenance and Electrical checks
- Ensured that all contractor are fully aware of their obligation and responsibilities
- Carried out Plant inspection and Audit
- Closely monitored the project implementation and ongoing activities to keep the operation within the established budget and schedule limits
- Organized regular preventive maintenance schedules to avoid unnecessary downtime for electrical system
- I was involved in projects like RE-ENTRY at BATAN flow station (2009 - 2010) and OTUMARA GAS PLANT UPGRADE ( 2011 - 2015)
- Created and modified electrical systems using schematics and system wiring diagrams
- Carried out Electrical maintenance on Electrical system like lighting, Power distribution, Generators, Air compressors, Electric Motors, Water treatment Plant
- Inspected electrical project work for quality control and assurance
- Oversaw work of maintenance staff, subcontractors and vendors handling maintenance needs
- Carried out first line maintenance on Generators, Solar turbines, CAT generators, UPS systems, Lighting, Earthing, Electric motors, air compressor
Education
Bachelor of Science - ELECTRICAL ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF PORTHARCOURT
04.2007
Skills
- Inspect installations
- Troubleshooting
- Design implementation
- Training
- Construction and installation
- Commissioning
- Project management /Engineering
- Client relations
- Risk management
- Technical reporting
- Quality control
- Project development
- Resource allocation
- Time management abilities
- Project team supervision
Accomplishments
- CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF AKK GAS PIPE LINE BLOCK VALVE STATIONS AND TERMINAL GAS STATIONS
- LAYING OF 303KM FIBER OPTIC CABLE DUCTS
- COMMISSIONING AND TRANSMISSION OF 33KV SUBSTATION AT TOTAL ENERGIES
- CONSTRUCTION AND COMMISSIONING OF 50MW POWER PLANT
- REHABILITATION OF TOTAL ENERGIES TURBINES POWER PLANT 2022
- COMMISSIONING OF GREENVILLE LNG
- OTUMARA FLOW STATION UPGRADE TO GAS PLANT 2016
Affiliations
- NIGERIA SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS (NSE)
- LEVEL 2 & 3 HEALTH AND SAFETY (HSE)
- SOCIETY OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS (SEES)
Timeline
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION PROJECT ENGINEER
MELCURT LIMITED
01.2025 - Current
LEAD ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER
OIL SERV NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2023 - 12.2024
ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTION SUPERVISOR
SPIE OIL AND GAS
12.2021 - 12.2022
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER/SUPERVISOR
TEKNO OY
09.2021 - 10.2022
PROJECT MANAGER
AVEON OFFSHORES
09.2020 - 08.2021
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
ELPER OIL FIELD
05.2017 - 01.2020
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER
SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY ( CONTRACT)-OFFSHORE/ONSHORE
09.2008 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - ELECTRICAL ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF PORTHARCOURT
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