GATHERU DAMARIS MITUKI
Kikuyu
Summary
Electrical and Electronics Engineer specializing in solar energy systems, project management, and technical sales. Skilled in solar PV design, installation, troubleshooting, and energy audits, with a proven track record of optimizing efficiency and driving business growth. Experienced in tendering, client relations, and business development, leveraging technical expertise to deliver sustainable energy solutions. Proficient in AutoCAD, PVsyst, and SolarEdge, committed to innovation and excellence in the renewable energy sector.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Field Engineer
Akeenah Group Ltd
Nairobi
01.2025 - Current
- Lead the design, installation, and commissioning of over 2 MVA solar PV systems, optimizing energy efficiency for residential and commercial clients.
- Successfully troubleshoot and resolve over 90% of electrical system issues on the first visit, minimizing downtime.
- Contributed to a 20% increase in sales by generating leads, preparing 50+ quotations, and closing deals.
- Oversee 15 or more solar energy projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery (average projects).
- Prepare 30+ tenders annually, with a 15% success rate in winning bids
- Conduct 40+ energy audits annually, recommending solutions that reduce energy costs by 15-30%
- Maintain 95%+ client retention by providing ongoing support and technical consultation.
- Took Part from design to commission of over, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards
Regional Manager
Hong Hai Woods
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed operations across multiple regions, overseeing sales, operations, and client relations
- Led a team of 3 sales representatives and technicians to drive business expansion
- Successfully increased sales by 32% through strategic marketing, client engagement, and operational optimization
- Developed and implemented regional sales strategies, leading to a 35% increase in market share
- Maintained relationships with key clients increasing sales and frequency of goods collection
Product Manager
KPFC Builders Hardware
Kikuyu
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Spearheaded in defining the product roadmap and vision, identifying opportunities to innovate and drive value for our customers, partners, and colleagues
- Led across the entire product lifecycle, from research and requirements to working with designers, engineers, sourcing, supply chain, and production teams, to user testing, to measuring impact and optimizing
- Oversaw the end-to-end customer and user journeys across functional and solution boundaries to ensure their experience was compelling, coherent, and consistent
- Helped develop strong partnerships with business teams and partners and empathy for customers, creating continuous feedback loops that allow the company to understand their pain points better
- Ensured proper problem-solving by sourcing input from multiple channels and prioritizing effectively to drive maximum impact
- Created an environment that fostered high-quality, metrics-driven experimentation and set high standards for measuring product success
- Brought and built deep domain knowledge and experience for people across the company and leveraged it through teaching, guiding, and coaching others
AI ENGINEER and Machine programming
Remotasks
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Created engaging training materials while conducting live virtual sessions and providing ongoing support to ensure the seamless integration of remote work practices
- Worked on various projects, which included bee lidar, bear, falcon, dragon fruit, goat, and alquequenje
- I have also worked as a super reviewer trainee for Bee Lidar
- Took charge of managing a team and ensuring they understood the intricacies of what went on in Remotasks daily
- Assisted learners by helping them learn the ropes in some of Remotasks’ more complex projects and giving them better earning and working opportunities
- Collaborated with internal teams, such as supporting and operational teams, to design and develop the SOP curriculum
- Notified the Training Department when changes are made to the operational processes and standardized on the SOPs
- Modified and created training programs and manuals to meet specific training needs and goals
Electrical and Electronic Technician (attachment)
Majitec Ltd
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Analyzed and tested electrical components and control panels for industrial machines
- Assisted in the assembly and maintenance of complex machinery systems
Electrical and Electronic Technician
Nakuru County Government
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted in electrical installations, including floodlight repairs and designing changeover systems
- Performed fault analysis on underground transmission lines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Juja06-2023
High School Diploma -
Uthiru Girls High School
Nairobi11-2013
Skills
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Circuit Design
- Solar Energy Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Project Management
- Tendering & Quotation
- Energy Audits
- Sales & Business Development
- Client Relationship Management
- Software Proficiency
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Live Virtual Training Sessions
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Stakeholder Communication
- Technical Competency
- Client relationship management
- Cost analysis
- Quotations preparation
- Internet of things
- Field testing
- PLC programming
- System design
- Energy auditing
- Sales strategy
Certification
- Solar Energy System Design, PVsyst, 05/2023
- Project Management Professional (PMP), In progress, 12/2025
- Electrical Installation & Safety Standards, National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), 12/2022
References
- Haron M. Charles, Majitec Ltd, +254725251933
- Simon Waititu, KPFC Builders Hardware, +254729739787
Career Profile Summary
A results-driven Electrical and Electronics Engineer with extensive experience in project management, solar energy systems, and technical sales. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, designing and implementing innovative electrical solutions, and delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. Highly skilled in solar PV system design, energy audits, troubleshooting, and client relationship management. Passionate about sustainable energy and leveraging technical expertise to drive business growth and innovation.
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Field Engineer
Akeenah Group Ltd
01.2025 - Current
Regional Manager
Hong Hai Woods
07.2024 - 11.2024
Product Manager
KPFC Builders Hardware
08.2022 - 07.2023
AI ENGINEER and Machine programming
Remotasks
01.2020 - 05.2022
Electrical and Electronic Technician (attachment)
Majitec Ltd
07.2017 - 08.2017
Electrical and Electronic Technician
Nakuru County Government
07.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
High School Diploma -
Uthiru Girls High School
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