Mary Njau
Nairobi,Ruiru
Summary
Power Systems Engineer with extensive experience in driving network security and reliability. Highly skilled with system virtualization using WS 500. Exercising a high level of independent judgment, decision making, creativity and initiative.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Power System Engineer
Kenya Power And Lighting.
Nairobi, MD
02.2011 - Current
- Prepare Power System Studies focusing on possible contingencies their impact and mitigation measures to maintain grid integrity.
- Provide applied engineering and technical consultation for internal and external customers in areas of power systems studies and power quality analysis.
- Daily and monthly energy accounting and balancing, Post-dispatch analysis of power system faults and generation sufficiency to meet load demand.
- Grid frequency and voltage management
- Intermittent Renewable Energy management
- HVDC and AC network Tie-line operation
- Coordinating Network restoration after breakdown
- Outage planning and simulation, reviewing switching programs and Facilitating planned outages by remote switching operations for voltages up to 400kV
- Commissioning and integration of new generation and transmission equipment
- Daily and weekly Load Forecast and Dispatch Schedule preparation
- Sanctioning safety documents to ensure compliance with safety procedures
- Integration of new power plants including 310MW Lake Turkana wind farm, 100MW Kipeto wind farm, 50MW Malindi solar power plants among others.
- Participated in commissioning and integration of several transmission lines including 500kV HVDC link between Kenya and Ethiopia
- Ensuring conformity with Grid code & the set industry standards - National Control Center-Kenya)
- Studies include: Load Flow, Transient Stability and economic dispatch using WS 500.
- Aggressively pursue pull-through opportunities from power study recommendations and seminars from various stakeholders.
Apprentice Engineer.
Kenya Power And Lighting Company.
Nairobi, TX
02.2010 - 02.2011
- One-year training at The Institute of Energy Studies and Research, where I worked on rotation in Design, Construction of distribution lines, Commercial operations, Business Planning, Operations and Maintenance of distribution and transmission lines and associated equipment, Protection, System Control and Projects.
Electrical Design Engineer
Elite Paka Limited.
Nairobi, TX
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Design, Procurement, installation and commissioning of traffic lights at over 5 Junctions within Nairobi city.
- Performed routine maintenance of traffic lights.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University.
Nairobi Kenya2023
Diploma - Sustainable Development
Life Academy
Stokholm Sweden04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering.
Jomo Kenyatta University.
Kenya04.2003
Skills
- Power-System Simulation Tools: PSSE and DiGsilent
Accomplishments
As a Senior Power System Engineer at Kenya Power, I have over 10 years of experience in electric power system operations, planning, and control. I am responsible for daily and monthly energy accounting and balancing, post-dispatch analysis of power system faults and generation sufficiency, and ensuring conformity with grid code and industry standards.
I have a strong background and interest in renewable energy and sustainability, and I have completed a global capacity development program on these topics from Life Academy Sweden. I have also gained extensive knowledge and skills in using various software packages, such as PSS/E, SCADA/HMI, Dig Silent, and MS Office, for load flow analysis, transmission operation, system studies, HVDC monitoring, and integration of grid-connected renewable energy sources. I have excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills, and I value teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence. I am passionate about contributing to the development and optimization of power systems that are efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly.
Additional Information
- www.linkedin.com/in/marynjau
Timeline
Power System Engineer
Kenya Power And Lighting.
02.2011 - Current
Apprentice Engineer.
Kenya Power And Lighting Company.
02.2010 - 02.2011
Electrical Design Engineer
Elite Paka Limited.
06.2008 - 07.2009
Master of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University.
Diploma - Sustainable Development
Life Academy
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering.
Jomo Kenyatta University.
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