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LINCOLN KAMURA MAKUMI
Electric Vehicle Engineer | Production | Aftersales
Nairobi
Summary
Highly skilled Electric Vehicle and Charging infrastructure Engineer with a successful track record in designing and developing advanced electric vehicle technologies. Proficient in optimizing electric propulsion systems for enhanced performance and efficiency. Experienced in conducting thorough analysis and testing to ensure top-notch results. Passionate about sustainable transportation and dedicated to driving the adoption of e-mobility. Seeking opportunities to contribute expertise in a dynamic and innovative environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
E-BUS & CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICE LEAD
Roam Electric
01.2023 - Current
- Currently overseeing comprehensive management of E-bus service, charging, and maintenance operations
- Strategically developing protocols and refining standard operating procedures (SOPs), resulting in heightened service quality and peak performance throughout E-bus charging and maintenance processes
- Leading conceptualization, design, and installation of AC and DC electric vehicle charging stations, contributing to expansion of sustainable transportation infrastructure
- Efficiently executing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for Electric buses, ensuring optimal functionality and operational reliability
- Masterminding management of service parts, inventory, and tools, streamlining operations and significantly reducing downtime impact
- Closely collaborating with E-bus OEM service and warranty teams, fostering seamless communication and swift issue resolution to maintain uninterrupted service
- Expertly coordinating diagnosis and repair of intricate electric vehicle charging systems and electric bus systems to ensure sustained operational excellence.
CONVERTED ELECTRIC VEHICLE FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER
Roam Electric
01.2020 - Current
- Managing technical integration of converted electric vehicles throughout production, handling systems engineering management, customer support, and program management responsibilities
- Designing and installing AC electric vehicle charging stations
- Planning and executing maintenance procedures for converted Electric vehicles and Charging stations
- Making recommendations for changes, improvements, or enhancements of electric vehicles to product development team based on customer feedback
- Designing and delivering pertinent training sessions for clients and technicians
- Providing technical troubleshooting and effective problem-solving assistance to clients
- Nurturing strong and positive client-company relationships
- Managing Electric vehicle and charging infrastructure maintenance data records and continuously tracking maintenance and operating information for convenient onsite reference.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN
Opibus Limited
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed electric vehicle GUI project using Python programming language
- Learned software engineering process improvements and best practices in python
- Contributed to deployments by testing, debugging and resolving issues for optimal results
- Analyzed source code to identify and rectify potential functionality issues.
ENGINEERING INTERN
Kenya Power & Lighting Company (Technical Services dept.)
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Read and interpreted electrical schematics, parts lists and mechanical drawings
- Assisted with project research, field work and preliminary design calculations and analysis
- Assisted senior engineers and management with clerical duties to keep department functioning and workflows running smoothly
- Performed troubleshooting duties on malfunctioning equipment to resolve issues and prevent project stoppage
- Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight
- Participated in site visits, helping to survey ongoing and planned installations and retrofits.
ENGINEER INTERN
Cocacola Limited
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports
- Developed, prepared and reviewed reports and studies on existing equipment to identify and recommend engineering solutions
- Calculated energy consumption and savings to promote environmental sustainability and energy conservation to meet aggressive project LEED requirements
- Determined causes of component failure and performed necessary maintenance
- Performed quality control procedures on equipment and materials
- Diagnosed issues and quickly repaired flaws to maintain functionality
- Collaborated with on-site directors, operations managers and supervisors on engineering projects
- Inspected production line equipment before, during and after projects to maintain progression and functionality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
01.2014 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
01.2008 - 12.2012
Skills
Accomplishments
- Orchestrated the seamless conversion and maintenance of over 10 tour Landcruisers, transforming them into efficient electric models.
- Pioneered the design and establishment of the inaugural AC charging station within Kenyan Wildlife parks, facilitating the charging of tour vehicles.
- Implemented the installation of advanced ABB 90kW DC fast charging station(s) in Nairobi, enhancing the electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Certification
EV Market & technology skills including teardown of an electric vehicle by Advanced Mobility Center.
Interests
Travelling
Timeline
EV Market & technology skills including teardown of an electric vehicle by Advanced Mobility Center.
01-2024
E-BUS & CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICE LEAD - Roam Electric
01.2023 - Current
CONVERTED ELECTRIC VEHICLE FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER - Roam Electric
01.2020 - Current
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN - Opibus Limited
05.2018 - 12.2019
ENGINEERING INTERN - Kenya Power & Lighting Company (Technical Services dept.)
09.2017 - 12.2017
ENGINEER INTERN - Cocacola Limited
05.2014 - 08.2014
Technical University of Kenya - Bachelor of Science, Electrical And Electronics Engineering
01.2014 - 04.2019
Kagumo High School - High School Diploma,
01.2008 - 12.2012