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LOUIS PAUL NJOGU GICHIAH
Mechatronic Engineering Student
Ngong Hills,30
Summary
Enthusiastic Mechatronics Engineering student eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, willingness to learn and excellent organizational skills. Computer competencies include AutoCAD, Inventor, Proteus software as well as MS office applications. successful at working in busy, deadline-driven settings. Proven history in leadership roles as I served in high school leadership positions since form one.
Overview
5
5
Certifications
23
23
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
JKUAT Workshops Intern
JKUAT
Nairobi, Juja, Kenya
08.2018 - 09.2021
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Adjusted machine controls and changed tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.
- Completed tasks according to production sheets specifications and quality standards to meet or exceed tight tolerances and avoid wasting materials.
- Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Manually set up machinery and equipment, including Millers, lathe, gear hobbing machine and grinders.
Embedded Systems Engineer Intern
XFAB
Cairo, Egypt
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Education
Currently in Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology - Mechatronic Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Tech
Juja, Kenya 09.2016 - Current
ICDL - International Computer Driving License
Strathmore University
Nairobi 01.2016 - 04.2016
CompTIA A+ - CompTIA A+ User Support Professional
Institute Of Advanced Technology
Nairobi 05.2016 - 07.2021
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education: Grade A- -
Kiambu High School
Kiambu 02.2012 - 11.2015
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education: Grade A -
Wankan Academy
Ruiru 09.2009 - 11.2011
Primary Education -
Greenyard Junior School
Ngong 01.2002 - 07.2009
Skills
AutoCAD and INVENTOR
Accomplishments
- Engaged in and successfully completed the AIESEC leadership development experience in Cairo Egypt under The Cairo University
- Studied Power Mechanics which deals with automotive engineering and scored an A in the National exams
- Presidents Award Kenya under The Duke of Edinburgh International Award Association Gold Award Holder.
- Served in the Kiambu High School Leadership as; Class Monitor 2012-2013, Assistant Compound Captain 2013 -2014 and Senior Compound Captain 2014-2015.
- Participated in the Kenya Science and Engineering Fair up to the county level.
- Played Rugby in the Kenya Secondary School Sports Association games in 2014 and 2015 as well as the Prescott cup championships as a First team player.
Certification
Gold Award Certificate Presidential Award Kenya
Interests
Team Sports specifically rugby and soccer
Ancient monuments
Gaming
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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References
Dr. Githu Njiri,
Chairman Mechatronic Engineering Department,
College of Engineering and Technology,
Jomo Kenyatta University of Technology,
PO.BOX 62000-00200,
Nairobi Kenya,
githunjiri@jkuat.ac.ke
Dr. Shohei Aoki,
Adjunct Associate Professor,
JICA Mobile Robot and Programming Trainer,
Department of Mechatronics Engineering,
College of Engineering and Technology,
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology,
PO BOX 62000-00200,
Nairobi Kenya,
shoheiaoki@jkuat.ac.ke
Quote
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb
Timeline
Mobile robot fabrication and programming, Japan International Cooperation Agency
11-2019
AIESEC Leadership Development Experience
11-2019
Embedded Systems Engineer Intern
XFAB
09.2019 - 11.2019
JKUAT Workshops Intern
JKUAT
08.2018 - 09.2021
Currently in Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology - Mechatronic Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Tech
09.2016 - Current
CompTIA A+ User Support Professional
07-2016
CompTIA A+ - CompTIA A+ User Support Professional
Institute Of Advanced Technology
05.2016 - 07.2021
International Computer Driving License
04-2016
ICDL - International Computer Driving License
Strathmore University
01.2016 - 04.2016
Gold Award Certificate Presidential Award Kenya
10-2015
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education: Grade A- -
Kiambu High School
02.2012 - 11.2015
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education: Grade A -
Wankan Academy
09.2009 - 11.2011
Primary Education -
Greenyard Junior School
01.2002 - 07.2009
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