NATHAN OCHEKUM OPURONG
Electronic/Embedded Systems Engineer
Nairobi,30
Summary
Diversely skilled Embedded Engineer with more than two years designing and maintaining electronic brains currently powering vital network and manufacturing components. Talented at coding software and firmware, designing hardware chipsets and diagnosing problematic embedded systems. Effectively delivered full lifecycle support for embedded architecture. Specialization in systems used within the agr-itech industry, transport industry and in networking.
Innovative and technically-astute embedded systems engineer that:
- Led Makerspace Innovation group in designing and implementing a smart speed governor dubbed “GENTEC SPEED LMITER”, which passed all the relevant authorities’ tests and is currently under use by Mvita autodiesel vehicles .
-Designed and developed an IOT Irrigation monitoring and control system based on weather prediction.
- Emerged second runners up in the JKUAT technology Expo 10.0 for inventing a smart trolley dubbed “SETRO”.
and working on other interesting projects.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Embedded Systems Engineer
Ujuzikilimo Solutions
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented embedded hardware, firmware and interfaces used on the company's product.
- Collaborated with software engineers to develop the complete embedded solution.
- Modified existing firmware to replace problematic functions with optimized content.
- Performed high-level coding for implementing Real Time Operating System (RTOS) in the embedded solution.
- Applied development roadmap and business model hierarchies to engineering lifecycle for prioritization of development tasks.
- Coordinated deployments of new embedded system, feature updates and fixes.
Embedded Systems Intern
University of Nairobi FABLAB (Makerspace)
Nairobi, Nairobi
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Participated in IOT (Internet of Things) development, specializing in hardware and software communication.
- Debugged software/firmware at rudimentary signal level, employing AVR and microcontroller programming tools to analyze performance and diagnose faults.
- Adopted object-oriented development methodologies such as polymorphism and inheritance.
- Managed and monitored all installed systems for highest level of availability.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
ICT Intern
Kenya Airports Authority
Kisumu, Kisumu
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Offered friendly and efficient networking service to all airport employees, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Participated in continuous improvement of the airport network security system from new design to implementing a new security system.
- Managed Flight Information Display system (FIDS) and resolved all problems arising from the FIDS.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Intern- LCS and Frequency Spectrum Department.
Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)
Nairobi, Nairobi
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Participated in maintenance of the Kenya Frequency spectrum database and allocation of frequencies to new users.
- Participated in both technical and commercial parts of licensing all local telco companies and media stations.
- Participated in type approval of all electronic and technological gadgets that enter the local markets as well as numbering for all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs).
- Participated in field work activities to carry network tests as part of the compliance check protocols for telco companies.
- Participated in deployment of new frequency Spectrum management equipment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
IT Technical Support
Kenya Revenue Aihority
Busia, Busia
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted staff in identifying network issues and explained solutions to restore service and functionality.
- Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
- Submitted service tickets for equipment maintenance requests.
- Documented all transactions and support interactions in system for future reference and addition to knowledge base.
- Activated accounts for staff interested in new services.
- Loaded software, granted permissions and configured hardware for new employees as part of onboarding process.
- Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address inquiries or technical issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic And Computer Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agric And Technology
Nairobi 09.2015 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Friends School Kamusinga
Bungoma 03.2011 - 11.2014
Skills
Embedded device design(PCB design with Eagle, orCAD, Altium) AVR? Microcontroller programming
Accomplishments
- Led makerspace Innovation group in designing and implementing a smart speed governor dubbed “GENTEC SPEED LMITER”, which passed all the relevant authorities’ tests and is currently under use by Mvita autodiesel vehicles .
- Designed and developed an IOT Irrigation monitoring and control system based on weather prediction.
- Emerged second runners up in the JKUAT technology Expo 10.0 for inventing a smart trolley dubbed “SETRO”.
-Resolved product issue for ujuzikilimo through consumer testing.
Timeline
Embedded Systems Engineer
Ujuzikilimo Solutions
01.2021 - Current
Embedded Systems Intern
University of Nairobi FABLAB (Makerspace)
07.2019 - 11.2019
ICT Intern
Kenya Airports Authority
08.2018 - 11.2018
Intern- LCS and Frequency Spectrum Department.
Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)
07.2017 - 11.2017
IT Technical Support
Kenya Revenue Aihority
04.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Electronic And Computer Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agric And Technology
09.2015 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Friends School Kamusinga
03.2011 - 11.2014
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