IROBO MESHACK UFUOMA
Warri,Delta
Summary
am an experienced I&E specialist with over a decade of working experience in construction and maintenance in the oil and gas industry and domestic electrical installations. Proven expertise in instrumentation, control and electrical operations, construction, project management, field supervision, managing contractors, and quality assurance/ quality control. Currently serving as a senior electrical and instrumentation construction Rep at Chevron Escravos Gas-to-liquid Refinery in Nigeria. Committed to ensuring compliance with industrial codes, standards, specifications, and safety standards while coordinating successful project execution and commissioning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
DANIEF NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2013
- Installation of two 1.5MVA transformer
- Installation of 1MVA transformer
- Installation of frequency converter from 60Hz to 50Hz
- Installation of 600amp isolator
- Installation of 1000amp MLVP
- Installation of 2 RMU in each substation
- Installation of cable transit blocks
- Excavation of cable duct from substation 100 to each substation
- Installation of cable tray
- Installation of 185mm x 3C XLP cable from substation 100 to RMU
- Installation of 240mm x 4 core armored cable
- Gladding and termination of cable to Transformer, RMU, MLVP, Isolator and Frequency converter
- Continuity test megger test
- Commissioning
- Produced as build drawing for a client.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines
Senior Construction Rep electrical & instrumentation
Chevron Nigeria Limited
07.2021 - Current
- Supervision and coordination of all construction work scopes
- Constructability Review of all electrical and instrumentation work packs
- Weekly engagement and alignment meetings with design Engineering, operations, maintenance, and reliability
- Track daily progress and provide procedures for all E&I-related field installation works
- Carry out Risk assessment and PPHA on high-risk Jobs
- Provide permit to work PTW, verify positive isolations are in place, and sign off on start work checks
- Ensure all tasks are executed following electrical safe work practices
- Ensure projects are completed within budget and schedule
- Ensure all materials comply and conformance with project specifications, NEC NFPA, IEEE, and API recommended practices
- Produce as-built drawings and sign off on quality forms, and as-built master work pack for back drafting
- Weekly engagement with contractors to review WBS, S-curve, and schedules
- Contractor Test equipment inspection for conformance
- Provide daily reports to the Construction Engineer
- Align with process automation Engineering group for DCS / SIS system work scopes
- Conduct toolbox meetings with contractors
- Report all field challenges to the responsible design engineer
- Develop an inspection and testing plan (ITP) that is project specific.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
Senior QA/QC Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector
Chevron Nigeria Limited
07.2015 - 07.2021
- Oversee day-to-day plant electrical and instrumentation construction and maintenance-related activities
- Carry out preventive maintenance on field instrument devices
- Good knowledge of process analyzer, and steam tracing
- Good knowledge of Allen Bradley software, siemens, Yokogawa, and Rosemount instruments
- Good knowledge of motor control center, DCS, FCS, FTA, SCADA
- Develop permit to work.
- Load shedding on high voltage switch gear room
- Transfer of loads from one turbine to another using automatic transfer switch.
- Maintenance of faulty electric motor for better efficiency
- Good knowledge of PID and all kinds of electrical and instrumentation drawing interpretation
- Calibration of instrument devices and flow meters
- Successful completion of EGTL Reliability improvement project (ERIP)
- Successful completion of EGTL 2019 Turnaround maintenance
- Coordinate all Post weld heat treatment-related activities.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
- Mentored junior inspectors, sharing industry expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing thorough inspections.
Project Engineer
DANEF NIGERIA LIMITED
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Installation of two 1.5MVA transformers
- Installation of 11KV cables from substation 100 to new 10-ton incinerator
- Installation of low voltage cables
- Power distribution panels
- Coordinate change in project design drawings with Chevron's responsible project engineer
- Coordinate project execution
- Test and commissioning
- Produced as build drawing for client.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Identified risks and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing potential issues during project lifecycle.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
- Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
- Developed detailed project plans for successful project execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives and expectations.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
- Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met.
Project Engineer
JEMTECH ENGINEERING
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Coordinate execution of electrical and instrumentation scope
- Review of electrical and instrumentation drawings
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
- Delivered concise instructions to technical team to maintain quality control.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Provide daily reports of project progress
- Attend weekly project updates and lookaheads meetings
- Attend Risk assessment review of hardware and software integration of new field instrumentation devices
- Test and commissioning
- Produced as build drawing for client.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
Project Engineer
DANIEF NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Hardware integration of Marshaling Cabinet 7
- Installation of new metering Skid
- Installation of new DCS, ENFAB metering Panel
- Gladding and termination of all instrument cable
- Installation of new FCS, FTA
- Loop check
- IR-Test
- Commissioning/software integration by Intech process automation.
Instrumentation Supervisor
DANIEF NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Installation of new instrument cable from the device to the junction box, from the junction box to the control room (DCS MARSHALING CABINET)
- Installation of new process instruments
- Calibration of instruments
- Carry out all pre-commissioning activities
- Loop check, IR test, continuity test
- Modification of MCC interstage cooler fans' motor control signals under the supervision of Rockwell Automation
- Modification of the Marshaling relay cabinet.
E&I Team Lead
LILINOS TECHNICAL ENGINEERING
02.2010 - 12.2011
- Replace all faulty instruments on the gas compressor
- Installation of new tubing and control valves
- Calibration of instrument device
- Overhauling of compressor local control panel
- Installation of new UPS and battery Bank
- Running of the gas compressor for 72 hours
- Commissioning.
E&I team lead
LILINOS TECHNICAL ENGINEERING
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Replace all existing obsolete and faulty cables with new cables
- Replace all existing instrument devices with new instruments
- Installation of two gas generators and a new utility instrument air compressor
- Refurbishment of compressor A&B local control panel
- Installation of new MCC, GCP & SCP
- Refurbishment of a liquid handling unit, glycol, and stop-start local control panel
- Earthling of all equipment
- Calibration of Ephraim
- Commissioning of the gas compression station.
E&I Technician
GC PERSON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Installation of cable tray
- Termination of instrument cables at the field junction box
- Termination of 95mm power cable for gas generators 1 2&3
- Installation and termination of explosion-proof perimeter light in the process area
- Installation of self-calibrating mission-critical process moisture analyzer panel
- Termination of synchronizing panel
- Installation and termination of level transmitter on the L.P.G bullet tanks
- Installation and termination of Emergency Shunt Down (ESD) push button
- Installation of stop & start switch at various skids
- Installation of fire and gas system
- Termination of Jockey pumps & battery charger panel on fire water skid
- Installation and termination of multi-conductor instrument cables at the DCS and SIS control system cabinets
- Loop check and pre-commissioning activities
- Commissioning of the gas plant.
E&I Technician
GC PERSON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Installation of cable tray for instrument and power cables
- Installation of gas boiler
- Installation of field instrument device on the process lines
- Installation of a new Generator Control Panel (GCP)
- Installation of Station Control Panel (SCP)
- Installation of perimeter lighting
- Gladding & Termination of newly installed cables
- Continuity test, Loop Check, Insulation & Resistance test (Megger)
- Installation of power and instrument cables from the control room to field junction Boxes
- Commissioning of the Metering Gas Station
- As a maintenance technician for six months.
One Year Industrial Training
Power Holding Company of Nigeria plc
02.2007 - 02.2008
- Maintenance of 33KVA Transmission line and 415V Distribution line
- Installation of 7.5MVA step down transformer
- Installation of 500KVA diesel generator at Agip gas plant Okpai
- Installation of 15MVA at Ughelli Gas Turbine Delta State
- Fault tracing on transmission and distribution lines
- Taking transformers load readings periodically.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
Education
Senior school leaving certificate -
Oxford Scholar Academy Benin City Edo State Nigeria
Edo State Nigeria06.2003
High School Diploma -
National Examination Council NECO
Edo State Nigeria06.2003
Higher National Diploma HND - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Federal Polytechnic Auchi Edo State
Edo State Nigeria12.2013
National Diploma ND - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Niger State
Niger State Nigeria01.2007
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Solution oriented
- Team player
- Ability to work without or with minimal supervision
- Computer literate, with good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Compliance Enforcement
- Quality Control
- Health and safety compliance
- Field Coordination
Certification
- Quality Assurance/ quality control in electrical installation and Design (Petroleum Training Institute Nigeria, May 2016)
- API source inspector Electrical Equipment SIEE Retest (in view 30 October 2024)
- Qualified Electrical Person QEP Training and Development NMA-SBU Chevron Nigeria Ltd
- Authorized Electrical person/ electrical standby person training
- CNL/NMA JV/EGTL Electrical Safe work practices
Extracurricular Activities
Reading
Hobbies and Interests
Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer
References
On request
Timeline
Senior Construction Rep electrical & instrumentation
Chevron Nigeria Limited
07.2021 - Current
Senior QA/QC Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector
Chevron Nigeria Limited
07.2015 - 07.2021
Project Engineer
DANEF NIGERIA LIMITED
04.2014 - 07.2015
Project Engineer
JEMTECH ENGINEERING
01.2014 - 04.2014
Project Engineer
DANIEF NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2013
Project Engineer
DANIEF NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2012 - 02.2013
Instrumentation Supervisor
DANIEF NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2011 - 06.2012
E&I Team Lead
LILINOS TECHNICAL ENGINEERING
02.2010 - 12.2011
E&I team lead
LILINOS TECHNICAL ENGINEERING
01.2010 - 01.2011
E&I Technician
GC PERSON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
01.2009 - 01.2010
E&I Technician
GC PERSON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
01.2008 - 01.2009
One Year Industrial Training
Power Holding Company of Nigeria plc
02.2007 - 02.2008
Senior school leaving certificate -
Oxford Scholar Academy Benin City Edo State Nigeria
High School Diploma -
National Examination Council NECO
Higher National Diploma HND - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Federal Polytechnic Auchi Edo State
National Diploma ND - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Niger State
- Quality Assurance/ quality control in electrical installation and Design (Petroleum Training Institute Nigeria, May 2016)
- API source inspector Electrical Equipment SIEE Retest (in view 30 October 2024)
- Qualified Electrical Person QEP Training and Development NMA-SBU Chevron Nigeria Ltd
- Authorized Electrical person/ electrical standby person training
- CNL/NMA JV/EGTL Electrical Safe work practices
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