Ogbu, Okpoto Jonah

Electrical & Renewable Energy Engineer

Makurdi, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Electrical Engineer with a Master's in Power Systems Engineering, specializing in the design, optimization, and maintenance of solar PV systems and complex electrical installations. Leverages expertise in MATLAB/Simulink, AutoCAD, and ETAP to deliver efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions, driving performance improvements and operational excellence in renewable energy and industrial environments.

Work

Hemiscope Company Limited

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Electrical / Technical Engineer

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

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Summary

Led the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical and solar systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety compliance across all operations.

Highlights

Designed, installed, and maintained advanced electrical and solar systems, consistently achieving high reliability and performance standards.

Efficiently diagnosed and resolved complex system faults, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation.

Ensured all installations and maintenance activities rigorously complied with stringent safety and operational standards, enhancing workplace safety.

Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve on-site technical issues, improving problem-solving efficiency and project delivery.

Systematically documented system status and maintenance activities, improving record-keeping and facilitating future diagnostics and compliance.

Mutunchi Company (Nigeria) Limited

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Electrical Maintenance Technician

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

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Summary

Executed comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance on critical industrial equipment, significantly improving system uptime and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Conducted preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse industrial equipment, including motors, circuit breakers, panels, and heaters, ensuring peak operational performance.

Monitored equipment performance proactively and responded promptly to technical issues, reducing potential failures and operational disruptions.

Ensured strict adherence to safe handling procedures and operational protocols, maintaining a secure working environment.

Improved system uptime through timely and effective interventions, directly contributing to enhanced productivity and reduced operational costs.

Radio Benue

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Industrial Training (SIWES)

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

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Summary

Gained foundational experience in engineering operations, participating in routine inspections and maintenance of critical broadcasting equipment and infrastructure.

Highlights

Worked directly under the director of engineering, gaining practical insights into large-scale industrial operations and maintenance.

Participated in routine inspections of FM and AM transmitters, modular and combined units, ensuring operational readiness and quality.

Assisted in the routine inspection and maintenance of various systems, including air conditioning units and lighting, contributing to facility upkeep.

Education

Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
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M.Eng Power Systems Engineering Grade: Distinction

Federal University of Agriculture

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
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B.Eng. Electrical/Electronics Grade: Second Class Upper Division

Awards

PTDF Local Masters Scholarship

PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT FUND

Awarded a prestigious scholarship by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund to support Master's level studies in Power Systems Engineering.

Languages

English

Certificates

Registered Electrical Engineer

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)

Graduate Member

Nigerian Society of Engineers

Skills

Solar PV Systems

Solar PV system design, installation and maintenance, Load analysis and system optimization.

Electrical Power Systems

Electrical power system design and troubleshooting, Power system and component-level simulation, Mathematical modeling of electromechanical systems, Using ETAP.

Industrial Maintenance

Preventive and corrective maintenance.

Software & Tools

MATLAB / Simulink (dynamic system modeling, power and signal analysis), AutoCAD.

Emerging Technologies

AI fundamentals for engineering problem-solving.