Solidworks
MWANGI EDWIN MACHARIA
Engineer ( Project Manager )
Nairobi,Nairobi
Summary
A dedicated engineering professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Expertise includes strategic project planning, out of the box/dynamic thinking in problem solving, improving quality and building cohesive teams focused on performance and always ready to learn and gain new skills and perceptions of viewing various obstacles. Pursuing new professional challenges with growth-oriented company.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Engineering Project Manager
Raerex East Africa limited
Nairobi, Nairobi
2021.06 - Current
- Conducting site surveys then analyzing actual site conditions observed while applying logical engineering principles to derive appropriate routing.
- Analyzing, Interpreting and highlighting any discrepancies between issued architectural drawings and on-ground site conditions prior to commencement of project.
- Preparing daily work schedules for the ongoing projects factoring in deadlines and important milestones required to be achieved within a given time bracket.
- Conduct on –site observation and spot check of provisions required for mechanical works paying keen attention to detail to avoid future issues during installation.
- Project planning and execution, through activities such as carrying out of material requisition ensuring economical use of company resources, labor and work distribution in a bid to effectively coordinate and lead the teams assigned under me in project planning and execution of goal driven objectives.
- Develop and implement performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement within the various projects undertaken.
- Develop and maintain courteous and effective working relationships between the company, lead Architect, site engineers as well as other contractors on site whilst ensuring smooth coordination during work execution.
- Preparing a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations and proper record keeping of instructions, drawings and design changes.
- Keeping project on schedule and within budget laid out by the Bill of Quantities while serving as project leader.
- Used Solidworks and AutoCAD to draft assemblies, models and other technical drawings.
Assistant Project Manager
RAEREX EAST AFRICA LTD
Nairobi, Nairobi
2020.06 - 2021.06
- Project planning and execution Monitoring under the guidance and support of senior managers.
- Conducting site valuation of works and preparing a summary that allows for payment claims to be done by accounts department.
- Preparing a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations and proper record keeping of instructions, drawings and design changes.( Documents inclusive of RFAs, RFIs, MRAs, Program of works, Drawings e.t.c.)
- Material facilitation for .ongoing projects with reference to the Bill of Quantities issued for the projects.
- Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
Engineering Technician
RAEREX EAST AFRICA LIMITED
Nairobi, Nairobi
2020.02 - 2020.06
- Read and interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for Mechanical duct installations as well as installations of various HVAC Machines.
- Used Solidworks and Autocad to draft assemblies, models and other technical drawings for use on site.
- Implemented schematics, diagrams and written and verbal descriptions to effectively solve issues that may arise on site during installations.
- Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronic Engineering
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND
TECHNOLOGY
2013.01 - 2019.01
User Support Professional(A+) -
INSTITUTE oF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
2017.05 - 2017.07
Skills
Design reviews
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Technology integration
Team Building
Strategic planning
Problem-Solving
Written Communication
Computer Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Level 1
Software
Autocad
PLC Systems
SCADA systems
BMS Systems
Python
C
Toshiba Selection tool
Microsoft Office
Interests
Artificial intelligence
Data Science
BMS systems
Historical Facts and Myths
Timeline
Engineering Project Manager
Raerex East Africa limited
2021.06 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
RAEREX EAST AFRICA LTD
2020.06 - 2021.06
Engineering Technician
RAEREX EAST AFRICA LIMITED
2020.02 - 2020.06
User Support Professional(A+) -
INSTITUTE oF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
2017.05 - 2017.07
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronic Engineering
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND
TECHNOLOGY
2013.01 - 2019.01