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OLUWASEYI OLATOKUN

OLUWASEYI OLATOKUN

Electrical Power Engineer
Lagos,Nigeria

Summary

Focused Electrical Engineer with background in power transmission and distribution systems. Quick to develop good rapport with colleagues. Possesses good communication skills at all levels and, quick to learn new things. A person of integrity, dedicated, honest, and trustworthy; self motivated and have good organisational abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates

Work History

Senior Electrical Engineer

Lagos State Electricity Board
Lagos State , Nigeria
2019.09 - Current
  • Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback, some of which includes relocation and reinstallation of 32 streetlights at roundabouts 1 and 2 along Lekki – Epe Expressway; proper siting and installation of 128 solar streetlights in Lagos Island and Lagos Mainland areas of Lagos State.
  • Analyse and give recommendations on Lagos State Electricity Board (LSEB) existing streetlight Power Distribution Systems from substations to various street lighting points.
  • Analyse proposed streetlight design and specifications from contractors before implementation, and give recommendations where necessary.
  • Manage and supervise efficient streetlight operations in Ojokoro Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.
  • Supervise proper siting and installation of Solar streetlights.
  • Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
  • Read and analysed blueprints and project documentation to develop workflows and strategy.
  • Implemented and approved design control procedures for electrical development in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
  • Reviewed specifications, drawings and project manuals.
  • Supervised construction and pre-commissioning of electrical rooms and substations.
  • Leveraged mastery of AutoCAD Electrical Toolset to develop and document electrical schematics.
  • Identified specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations.
  • Mentored junior engineers and new hires in job-specific tasks and application of electrical processes.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Scheduled and organised meetings between Lagos State Electricity Board, other government parastatals, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

Electrical Engineer

Lagos State Building Control Agency
Lagos State , Nigeria
2017.01 - 2019.09
  • Vetted and ensured over 40 electrical drawings and designs for proposed and As-Built structures in Lagos State were in accordance with international electrical standards before the electrical drawings were approved, in line with Lagos State's vision of building a mega city.
  • Inspect and ensure electrical wiring and installations of buildings under construction within Lagos State are done to standard.
  • Prepare reports and recommendations on constructions inspected
  • Prepare detailed site location showing relevant landmarks.
  • Evaluated power needs for over 70 structures within Lagos State.

Electrical Power Engineer

MAP Project Resources Ltd
Lagos State , Nigeria
2016.06 - 2016.12
  • Power Systems modelling on ETAP and Power World Simulator. Performed 2 power distribution systems modelling. Alausa Secretariat Power Distribution Network modelling was performed on ETAP, and Eko Electricity Distribution Network modelling was performed on Power World Simulator.
  • Electrical Systems automation.
  • Creation and presentation of project proposals.

Power Distribution Analyst & Load Forecaster

Eko Electricity Distribution Company
Lagos State , Nigeria
2015.01 - 2016.05
  • Performed Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) distribution network modelling and simulation on Siemens SINCAL. Simulated over 45 network base case scenarios, for reliability analysis and load forecast analysis.
  • Load analysis for power distribution network relief planning of overloaded substations.
  • Coordinated and organised meetings amongst department Heads, to sign off on project execution.
  • Power Point Presentations of project proposals before key interdepartmental Chiefs and department heads to justify importance and benefits of proposed projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

Electrical Engineer (Officer II)

Eko Electricity Distribution Plc
Lagos State , Nigeria
2014.01 - 2014.12
  • Site surveys and reports for power distribution network relief and extension projects.
  • Preparation of Bill of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME), and Request for Works Order for proposed projects.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Power audit of customers connected to Eko Electricity distribution network.

Design Sustainable Lighting for an Airport

University of Greenwich Dissertation Project for Rochester Airport
Kent , UK
2012.03 - 2013.04
  • Analysis and selection of best source of renewable energy based on geographical location, daily availability and intensity.
  • Selection of suitable lighting source based on the luminance, efficiency, load analysis and cost implication
  • Design, simulation on Proteus Isis and Ares, and implementation of automated lighting control system, with optimal load analysis of control system components for efficient power consumption
  • Analysis and selection of suitable backup for lighting system based on the total load of the system, expected power supply from energy source and estimated duration of supply, efficiency of storage, cost, weight and availability.

Vice Chairman

IEEE Student Branch University of Greenwich, Kent Campus
Kent , UK
2012.10 - 2013.04
  • Coordination of student branch monthly and weekly meetings to discuss electrical technology innovations for problem solving.
  • Awareness campaign of IEEE and signing of students to IEEE.
  • Organising technical competitions for undergraduate students.

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Engineer

Crimetech Nigeria Limited
Lagos State , Nigeria
2011.03 - 2011.09
  • Maintenance and repairs of company's operational computer systems.
  • Proffering of electrical and electronic solutions to enhance success of field investigations.
  • Maintenance of company’s wireless network.

Electrical Engineer

MAP Project Resources Ltd
Lagos State , Nigeria
2010.07 - 2011.02
  • Electrical and electronic systems analysis.

Automated Solar Water Heating System

Covenant University (Final Year Group Project)
Ogun State , Nigeria
2009.11 - 2010.05
  • Analysis of solar intensity and duration based on the latitude and longitude of location.
  • Research on selection of material and enhancement of its efficiency
  • Design and implementation of automated control system.

Internship Student

Lilleker Brothers Nigeria Limited
Lagos State , Nigeria
2009.03 - 2009.07
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities for construction and maintenance of street lighting projects in Lagos State.

Education

Green Banking For Recovery - Green Energy Finance

Renewables Academy (RENAC)
Berlin, Germany
2021.12 - 2022.04

Master of Science - Electrical Power Engineering

University of Greenwich
Kent, United Kingdom
2012.01 - 2013.02

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Covenant University
Ogun State, Nigeria
2005.10 - 2010.07

High School Diploma -

Ifako International Secondary School
Lagos State, Nigeria
1998.09 - 2004.07

First School Leaving Certificate -

Oluwakemi Nursery And Primary School
Lagos State, Nigeria
1995.09 - 1998.07

Nursery 1 - Primary 3 -

Modupe Nursery And Primary School
Lagos State, Nigeria
1991.09 - 1995.07

Skills

Power systems

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Certification

IT Certification in Comptia N+ (August 2008).

Affiliations

  • Member Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
  • Registered Electrical Engineer Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
  • Corporate Member Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE).

Interests

Electrical Power

Management

Work Availability

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Quote

You only have to do a few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong.
Warren Buffett

Timeline

Green Banking For Recovery - Green Energy Finance

Renewables Academy (RENAC)
2021.12 - 2022.04

Senior Electrical Engineer

Lagos State Electricity Board
2019.09 - Current

Electrical Engineer

Lagos State Building Control Agency
2017.01 - 2019.09

Electrical Power Engineer

MAP Project Resources Ltd
2016.06 - 2016.12

Power Distribution Analyst & Load Forecaster

Eko Electricity Distribution Company
2015.01 - 2016.05

Electrical Engineer (Officer II)

Eko Electricity Distribution Plc
2014.01 - 2014.12

Vice Chairman

IEEE Student Branch University of Greenwich, Kent Campus
2012.10 - 2013.04

Design Sustainable Lighting for an Airport

University of Greenwich Dissertation Project for Rochester Airport
2012.03 - 2013.04

Master of Science - Electrical Power Engineering

University of Greenwich
2012.01 - 2013.02

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Engineer

Crimetech Nigeria Limited
2011.03 - 2011.09

Electrical Engineer

MAP Project Resources Ltd
2010.07 - 2011.02

Automated Solar Water Heating System

Covenant University (Final Year Group Project)
2009.11 - 2010.05

Internship Student

Lilleker Brothers Nigeria Limited
2009.03 - 2009.07

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Covenant University
2005.10 - 2010.07

High School Diploma -

Ifako International Secondary School
1998.09 - 2004.07

First School Leaving Certificate -

Oluwakemi Nursery And Primary School
1995.09 - 1998.07

Nursery 1 - Primary 3 -

Modupe Nursery And Primary School
1991.09 - 1995.07
IT Certification in Comptia N+ (August 2008).
Member COREN, NSE, IEEE.
Renewables Academy (RENAC) Germany : Green Banking for Recovery - Capacity Building to Support COVID-19 Response with Green Energy Finance.

Hobbies

Research, playing Chess, Monopoly, and video games.

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