UMAR AWAL
Minna,Nigeria
Summary
To always strive for excellence and precision, in all positions and circumstances, attain professional distinction and proficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Managing Director
Groove Engineering Solutions Ltd.
Minna, Niger State
03.2025 - Current
- Off-grid and on-grid solar systems
- Hybrid renewable energy systems
- Electrical equipment, including transformers and generators
- Standard residential and industrial electrical installations
- Rural electrification projects
- Control and automation systems
- Power System project consultation
- Identified market trends, leading to business expansion opportunities.
- Streamlined supply chain management, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Enhanced staff morale with effective communication and engagement strategies.
- Directed complex projects to successful completion.
- Managed crisis situations with strategic planning.
Electrical Engineer
AFRY Consulting
Minna, Niger State
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Responsible for supervising Andritz Hydro on rehabilitation of two 94.6 MVA Hydro Generators at Jebba Hydro Power Plant
- Making Sure that contractors abide by all approved contract agreement and designs
- Participated in project planning meetings with key stakeholders for successful project delivery.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Executed quality assurance measures, ensured adherence to industry standards.
- Executed detailed design reviews, identifying and resolving potential issues in electrical plans.
- Supervised technicians in installing and maintaining MV, LV, and HV systems, overseeing safety and operational efficiency.
Senior Electrical Plant Engineer
Mainstream Energy Solution Ltd. Jebba Hydro Power Plant
01.2015 - 08.2025
- Daily Plant and Equipment Surveillance.
- Carrying out Routine Preventive Maintenance on all Units’ Auxiliary Breakers and Contactors(MCC Panel).
- Diagnosis malfunctioning system, apparatus and components using test equipment, and hand tools to locate the cause of breakdown and correct the problem, such equipment as 16Kv, 4MVA station Service Transformers; 330kV,119MVA Power transformers; 11 kV Breakers, 415V Breakers and Contactors, 94.6 MVA power Generator.
- Plant layout and installation of Electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on the job specification and standard codes.
- Purification of Power Transformer oil, Station Service Transformer oil and maintenance of Residential Quarters Transformers.
- Maintenance and Fault clearing on 11kV Lines feeding Residential Houses, and Dam Site.
- Test Electrical Systems and continuity of Circuits in Electrical wiring, Equipment and fixtures using testing devices such as “AVO Meter”, Clip-On Ammeters to reduce risk and ensure compatibility with the system.
- Assembly, Installation, Test and Maintenance of Electrical Wiring, Equipment, Appliances, Apparatus and Fixtures using Hand tools and Power tools.
- Maintenance and Repairs of Life Camp, Labour Camp and Dam Site Streetlights.
- Proper Record keeping of test results on Equipment for future reference.
- Lead the team to detect and rectify stator ground fault on a 100MVA hydro generator at Jebba Hydro Power Plant.
- Trained staff members for better understanding of machinery operations.
- Oversaw installation of new equipment, ensuring proper functioning.
- Tested equipment to identify potential issues and maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed and resolved issues promptly through mechanical and electrical fault-finding exercises.
Senior Electrical Plant Engineer
Mainstream Energy Solution Ltd. Jebba Hydro Power Plant
01.2015 - 08.2025
- Daily Plant and Equipment Surveillance.
- Carrying out Routine Preventive Maintenance on all Units’ Auxiliary Breakers and Contactors(MCC Panel).
- Diagnosis malfunctioning system, apparatus and components using test equipment, and hand tools to locate the cause of breakdown and correct the problem, such equipment as 16Kv, 4MVA station Service Transformers; 330kV,119MVA Power transformers; 11 kV Breakers, 415V Breakers and Contactors, 94.6 MVA power Generator.
- Plant layout and installation of Electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on the job specification and standard codes.
- Purification of Power Transformer oil, Station Service Transformer oil and maintenance of Residential Quarters Transformers.
- Maintenance and Fault clearing on 11kV Lines feeding Residential Houses, and Dam Site.
- Test Electrical Systems and continuity of Circuits in Electrical wiring, Equipment and fixtures using testing devices such as “AVO Meter”, Clip-On Ammeters to reduce risk and ensure compatibility with the system.
- Assembly, Installation, Test and Maintenance of Electrical Wiring, Equipment, Appliances, Apparatus and Fixtures using Hand tools and Power tools.
- Maintenance and Repairs of Life Camp, Labour Camp and Dam Site Streetlights.
- Proper Record keeping of test results on Equipment for future reference.
- Lead the team to detect and rectify stator ground fault on a 100MVA hydro generator at Jebba Hydro Power Plant.
Electro-Mechanical Technician Trainee
Nigerian Bottling Company Ltd.
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Courses: Plant automation, workshop practice, industrial tribology, blueprint, fluid and pneumatic system.
Electro-Mechanical Technician Trainee
Nigerian Bottling Company Ltd.
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Courses: Plant automation, workshop practice, industrial tribology, blueprint, fluid and pneumatic system.
National Youth Service Corps
Technical Unit of IT Department Bank of Agriculture Headquarters Kaduna
Kaduna
01.2011 - 01.2012
National Youth Service Corps
Technical Unit of IT Department Bank of Agriculture Headquaters Kaduna
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
Education
PHD - Power System Engineering
LAUTECH OGBOMOSHO
Ogbomoso, Oyo State / Nigeria 03.2024 -
M.Tech. - Power System Engineering
LAUTECH OGBOMOSHO
Ogbomosho, Oyo State02.2024
M.Sc. - Information Technology
National Open University of Nigeria
09.2020 - undefined
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Federal University of Technology Minna
Diploma - System Engineering
Ami-Tech Computer Training Institute
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - undefined
Federal Science and Technical College Shiroro
First School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Federal University of Technology Minna Staff School
Skills
- Technical Skills
- Troubleshooting, testing, maintenance and installation of distribution and power transformers
- Troubleshooting, testing and maintenance of power generators
- Design and installation of industrial power infrastructures
- Troubleshooting of control and automation systems
- Design, planning and installation Off-grid and on-grid solar systems
- Hybrid renewable energy systems
- Power project consultation and supervision
- INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
- Possess strong commitment to team environment dynamics with ability to contribute expertise and follow leadership directives at appropriate times Also works well with others to identify, define and solve problems
- COMMUNICATION
- Proficient Computer literacy in word, excel, power point and internet applications proven through work experience Highly critical thinker with effective research skills proven through work experience in Hydro power Plants
- LEADERSHIP
- Exceptional leadership skills developed through work experience as President National Association of Niger State Students (NANISS FUT Minna Chapter), as Electoral and Editorial Committee of NANISS at local and National level respectively, attendance of National Orientation Workshop organized by Citizenship and leadership training Center, Served as Internal Auditor, financial secretary and presently the secretary general of Nigeria Society of Engineers, Newbussa Branch Presently the president of first aiders in mainstream energy solutions ltd
- Plant maintenance techniques
- Sharp analytical thinking
- Troubleshooting capability
- Electrical and mechanical fault finding
- Circuit diagram interpretation
Certification
- Registered Engineer | Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) | 2017
- Lead Auditor ISO 14001:2015
- Member | The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) | 2017
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | 2012
References
- M.A.T, Sulaiman, Prof., 08034747754, Federal University Of Technology Minna, D.V.C Admin
- A.S, Ndayako, Haj., 08035959606, Federal University of Technology Minna, Academic Secretary
- Abdulkareem, Musa, Engr., 08035610211, Jebba Hydro Power Plant, Principal Manager (Electrical)
Publications
- Journal Name: International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems
- Economic optimization of hybrid renewable energy resources for rural electrification in Vol. 15, No. 2: June 2024
- Peer Review of Publications
- Journal Name: Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology
- Manuscript Number: Ms_CJAST_119127
- Title of the Manuscript: Design Waterwheel of Hydropower on Outfall Condenser Sebalang Power Plant
- Journal Name: Journal of Energy Research and Reviews
- Manuscript Number: Ms_JENRR_120675
- Title of the Manuscript: The state-of-the-art review on wind and photovoltaic solar hybrid renewable energy and its impending potential in Eastern and Southern Africa.
- 27th ENGINEERING ASSEMBLY | COREN| 2018
- 28th ENGINEERING ASSEMBLY |COREN| 2019
Training
- PUPIL ENGINEER| MAINSTREAM ENERGY SOLUTIONS LTD. KAINJI HYDRO POWER PLANT | 2014
- Protection, Control & Metering (PC&M)
- Electrical Maintenance
- System Operations
- NAPTIN GRADUATE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME| NATIONAL POWER TRAINING INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA (NAPTIN)| 2014
- Generation System
- Transmission System
- Distribution System
- INTENSIVE WORKSHOP ON INVERTER AND SOLAR SYSTEMS| J. TOSIN TECHNOLOGIES LTD.| 2008
- STAFF PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION FOR EFFECTIVE DELIVERY| THE BUSINESS PEOPLE LTD| 2017
- Time management for effective delivery
- Understanding linkages for effective team building in organization performance
- Conflict management and issue resolution
- Supportive supervision for operational efficiency
- Extrinsic and intrinsic motivation e.t.c
- PERMIT TO WORK PROCEDURE| MAINSTREAM ENERGY SOLUTIONS LTD.| 2016
- MANAGEMENT APPRECIATION AND LEADERSHIP ORIENTATION| CENTER FOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT| 2014
- Leadership perspective
- Developing result-oriented value system in the power sector
- Human resource management
- Marketing and customer service relationship management
- Evidence-based management
- Effective delegation
- Performance appraisal
- Financial management
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT TRAINING| LONGHALL CONSULTING MANAGEMENT TRAINNING| 2019
- PLC,SCADA AND DCS TRAINING| AETI POWER SYSTEM AND CONTROL LTD.|2019
- CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY| AFRIHUB NIGERIA LIMITED |2009
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Power Point
- Internet Applications
Awards
Three recommendation letters at different instance from the Executive management of Mainstream Energy Solution Ltd. For hard work and dedication, Rated as Excellent employee in the 2024 annual appraisal exercise of Mainstream Energy solutions ltd., Awarded as the most outstanding executive in the 2024 tenure of Nigeria Society of Engineers New Bussa Branch., Merit Award from Tswashagi Raba Unit Development & Development Association for support and selfless service to the community
Affiliations
- REGISTERED ENGINEER | COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA (COREN) | 2017
- LEAD AUDITOR ISO 14001:2015
- MEMBER | THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY OF ENGNEERS (NSE) | 2017
- CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE (CCNA) | 2012
- MEMBER | NIGERIA HYDRO POWER ASSOCIATION
Timeline
Managing Director
Groove Engineering Solutions Ltd.
03.2025 - Current
PHD - Power System Engineering
LAUTECH OGBOMOSHO
03.2024 -
Electrical Engineer
AFRY Consulting
02.2021 - 02.2025
M.Sc. - Information Technology
National Open University of Nigeria
09.2020 - undefined
Senior Electrical Plant Engineer
Mainstream Energy Solution Ltd. Jebba Hydro Power Plant
01.2015 - 08.2025
Senior Electrical Plant Engineer
Mainstream Energy Solution Ltd. Jebba Hydro Power Plant
01.2015 - 08.2025
Electro-Mechanical Technician Trainee
Nigerian Bottling Company Ltd.
01.2015 - 07.2015
Electro-Mechanical Technician Trainee
Nigerian Bottling Company Ltd.
01.2015 - 07.2015
National Youth Service Corps
Technical Unit of IT Department Bank of Agriculture Headquarters Kaduna
01.2011 - 01.2012
National Youth Service Corps
Technical Unit of IT Department Bank of Agriculture Headquaters Kaduna
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Federal University of Technology Minna
Diploma - System Engineering
Ami-Tech Computer Training Institute
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - undefined
Federal Science and Technical College Shiroro
First School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Federal University of Technology Minna Staff School
M.Tech. - Power System Engineering
LAUTECH OGBOMOSHO
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