CAROLYNE KOSGEY
Electrical Engineer
Kisumu
Summary
Dedicated and self-motivated Electrical Engineer with 8+ years of experience working in the power utility industry. Highly skilled in power system networks design and implementation. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
3rd Assistant Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
7 2023 - Current
- Increased system reliability by performing preventative maintenance according to established procedures and guidelines
- Collaborated with fellow engineers to troubleshoot complex electrical issues promptly and effectively.
- Streamlined communication among engineering team members with daily briefings and updates on ongoing projects.
- Actively engaged in continuous learning through attending relevant training courses, seminars, and workshops.
- Outlining work plans, determining resources, and generating initial budgets as part of project scope determination
Providing expert guidance on the implementation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure
Analyzing energy consumption for domestic and commercial customers
Managing design, commissioning, and testing oversight of projects carried out by Consultants/Contractors
County Commercial Services & Sales Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Designed various power network reinforcement schemes to achieve dynamicity due to an increase in customer base and customer requirement changes
- Conducted continuous inspection to identify defective metering points, which leads to company losses
- Protected the company revenue (Commercial & System losses) by ensuring timely action on defective installation
- Managed 43 installation unit staff across the county to ensure efficiency, teamwork and timely attendance of customer complaints
- Provided technical support and professional advice on power factor correction and effective energy management to Commercial and Industrial (C&I) customers
- Managed installation inspection unit within the sector to prevent system and commercial losses within the Sector by ensuring the team delivers on various KPIs
- Interpreted data to inform engineering decisions and make system improvements
- Managed metering points reading to ensure timely billing and timely revenue collection
4th Assistant Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Assisted with the design and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, procedures, audits and enhancement
- Provided hands-on technical support in collaboration with system protection and electrical plant teams to commission distribution substations
- Collaborated with the network Design and Construction (D&C) teams to ensure timely completion of supply connection projects to premium customers
- Prepared meter testing and inspection schedules and performed a routine inspection of the associated Current Transformers (CT) to ensure accurate metering according to the Energy Act 2019
- Involved in the implementation, design, operations and maintenance of Kenya Power systems
- Designed and implemented Current Transformers (CT) metering for Commercial and Industrial customers
- Mentored junior engineers by providing constructive feedback on their work, fostering a positive learning environment within the team.
- Supported senior engineers with detailed design drawings, calculations, and analysis for various engineering projects.
Graduate Telecommunications Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Designed, installed and maintained communication network in the company including LAN Networks
- Designed, supervised the installation, and commissioned Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) in over 16 stations
- Performed network fault troubleshooting and restoration of communication links within the agreed timelines to ensure compliance with the set charter timelines
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely resolution of technical issues, ensuring optimal service quality.
Apprentice Electrical Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Attached to various technical sections of the company while covering a training program
- Some of the sections I trained in included: Commercial Services and Sales, Distribution Network Design, Operations and Maintenance, Revenue Assurance and Installation, Maintenance of Single-phase and Three Phase meters
Technical Sales Engineer
Teledata Technologies Ltd
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Identified and established new businesses through tenders, proposals and quotations
- Provided demonstrations, training and presentations to help clients discover and understand products or services in addition to pre-sales and post-sales support
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing tailored technical solutions to meet client needs.
- Gained customer acceptance by demonstrating cost reductions and operations improvements.
- Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
Education
MBA - Operations Management
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya 03.2019 - 12.2023
Certificate in Advanced Concepts of Project Management for Professionals - Project Management
Computer Pride Ltd
Nairobi, Kenya 03.2016 - 06.2016
BEng - Electrical & Telecommunications Engineering
Moi University
Eldoret Kenya 08.2007 - 12.2012
Skills
Project Management
AutoCAD Electrical Drawing
Energy Audit
Computation of Quantities
Data Analysis
Effective Communication
Detail-oriented
Team Leadership and Mentorship
Power System Design
Tender Documentation
Electrical Troubleshooting
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Self Motivation
Affiliations
- Engineers Board of Kenya, A3724
- Institution of Engineers Kenya, M7014
- Association of Consulting Engineers of Kenya, ACEK-FL
References
- Dr. Edward Ngóngá, County Credit & Debt Controller, Kenya Power, +254 (0) 733684553, aketchngonga@yahoo.com
- Eng. Dominic Ondieki, Design & Construction Engineer, Kenya Power, +254 (0) 721878194, DOndieki@kplc.co.ke
- Eng. Owen Munene, Chief Engineer, Kenya Power, +254 (0) 723627872, OMunene@kplc.co.ke
Timeline
County Commercial Services & Sales Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
01.2021 - 06.2023
MBA - Operations Management
University of Nairobi
03.2019 - 12.2023
4th Assistant Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
01.2017 - 12.2020
Certificate in Advanced Concepts of Project Management for Professionals - Project Management
Computer Pride Ltd
03.2016 - 06.2016
Apprentice Electrical Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
09.2015 - 12.2016
Graduate Telecommunications Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
09.2014 - 08.2018
Technical Sales Engineer
Teledata Technologies Ltd
06.2013 - 08.2014
BEng - Electrical & Telecommunications Engineering
Moi University
08.2007 - 12.2012
3rd Assistant Engineer
Kenya Power & Lighting Company PLC
7 2023 - Current
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