Huzaifa Sserugo
Electro-Mechanical Engineer
Kampala,102
Summary
I am an Electrical Engineer with proficient expertise in High voltages. A self-motivated individual with a cultivated trait of appreciating the good in every person.
I have the capacity to easily master new tasks, cope with new environments and people, and manage multiple responsibilities without compromising on quality and productivity.
I have experience in electrical Installation and maintenance, electrical transmission, and a very strong passion for electronics and software. Above all, I am a very quick learner of things that interest me.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Graduate Trainee - Electromechanical Engineering
MANTRAC UGANDA (CATERPILLAR)
KAMPALA
11.2021 - Current
- Became an expert in Diesel Generators. Installations, servicing, maintenance, repairs. Personally did the routine service of the CocaCola generators at the Namanve plant. Five V-type Diesel Engines supplying a combined output of more than 4.5 MVA
- Attained sufficient expertise in Control panel installations and configurations, Circuit breakers and isolators, Automatic changeover circuits, among other skills
- Became well versed with the circuitry of Earth-moving machines such as excavators, wheel-loaders, backhoes, compactors, graders, pavers among others. Troubleshooting and resolving of issues.
- Attained sufficient exposure to Caterpillar software systems such as the SIS, Electronic technician, CAT inspect among others
- Got well acquainted with High voltage principles, Alternators and Automatic Voltage Regulators designs, troubleshooting and repairing.
- Acquired a very good understanding of Engines. Assembling, overhauling, maintenance, servicing and repairs.
- Attained more skills in dealing with High-End clients
- Attained the Technicians For Africa certification for High Voltage Engineers from Caterpillar university
Assistant Foreman Electrical
KURORTNO STROITELSTVO LTD
Kampala, Kololo
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Played a key role in the construction of the Saudi Embassy at Kololo
- Interpretation and implementation of Engineering drawings.
- Overseeing the electrical team attendance record, handling payrolls and ordering new materials for sites.
- Repairing of Power tools such as Drills, grinders, Motorized water pumps among others
- Reviewing project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Making plans for the daily, weekly and monthly works
- Participating in site works to ensure high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Interviewing, hiring and training new workers in the Electrical department
- Overseeing the flow of material and ensuring that non is wasted or stolen
- Advising the head of Electrical department on key issues
Projects Engineer
Waza Energy resource
Kampala
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Designing wiring systems for clients, overseeing the wiring process from the start to completion, respond to client concerns. Both domestic and commercial.
- Designing and Installation of Manual Transfer Switches.
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects, providing documentation on required changes and expectations.
- Installation of power backup systems. That is, inverters, UPSs, and solar systems.
- Particularly headed the installation of a 3KVA UPS system at Stana medical center in Kitebi. I Currently continue offering them important advice regarding its Usage, maintenance and other important Electrical works. Like the recently installed 6.5KVA Petrol Generator
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals.
Field Supervisor
Century Structures Uganda LTD
Kampala
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Oversaw the construction of towers in power lines, most notably the 400KV Karuma-Kawanda line. I was the main link between our subcontracting company and the contractors (KALPATARU)
- Supervised all field operations Writing and submitting field reports
- Oversaw and Ensured workers’ safety and environment protection awareness by enforcing strict adherence to Safety measures
- Evaluated performance and progress, and made proactive adjustments.
- Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
Field Service Technician
VTEC TELECOM
KAMPALA
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Surveying of sites before upgrading from 2G to 3G and from 3G to 4G, making reports using a survey software
- Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance and test tasks.
- Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
Electronics Technician Intern
Seven Hills Impex
Kampala
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Installation of inverters and UPSs, repair and maintenance.
- Design of Changeover switches, Automatic and manual
- Commercial and Residential Electrical installations
Electrician (intern)
Kamuli Sugar Limited
Kamuli
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Maintenance of the installed motors and air conditioners
- Installation of new equipment such as motors, compressors, power factor correction capacitors
- Design of motor control systems
- Offer electrical connection assistance to all departments at the plant
Education
Technicians For Africa Certificate - Engines And Genertors, HVAC
Caterpillar University
US 08.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Makerere University Kampala
08.2013 - 01.2018
High School Certificate - Physics Mathematics Economics And Arabic
Lugazi Mixed School Naalya
Lugazi 01.2011 - 12.2012
Thanawi - Islamic Studies
Bilal Islamic Institute
Kakiri 01.2009 - 12.2010
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Bilal Islamic Institute
Kakiri 01.2005 - 12.2008
Skills
Diesel Generators HV and LV
Automatic Changeover Switches
Generator Control Panels And Digital Voltage Regulators
Power tools Repair and Maintenace
Electrical installations
Earth Movers' Electrical systems (Excavators, graders, forklifts wheel loaders etc)
ITs, Networks and Programming
AUTOCAD
Microsoft Office Packages
Driving
Project management proficiency
Mechanical engineering
Other Skills and Jobs
I serve on the membership committee of Educate an Orphan Uganda Limited, a not-for-profit NGO offering education services to Orphans using money donated monthly by registered members.
I am a very good teacher. I taught in Primary and Secondary schools and had a very big impact on students of the nation
I am certified to Work at Heights, like on top of Towers
I sell Lycamobile Simcards and other Internet Tricks
Timeline
Graduate Trainee - Electromechanical Engineering
MANTRAC UGANDA (CATERPILLAR)
11.2021 - Current
Technicians For Africa Certificate - Engines And Genertors, HVAC
Caterpillar University
08.2021 - 11.2021
Assistant Foreman Electrical
KURORTNO STROITELSTVO LTD
05.2020 - 10.2021
Projects Engineer
Waza Energy resource
01.2019 - 02.2020
Field Supervisor
Century Structures Uganda LTD
03.2017 - 05.2019
Field Service Technician
VTEC TELECOM
08.2016 - 03.2017
Electronics Technician Intern
Seven Hills Impex
06.2016 - 08.2016
Electrician (intern)
Kamuli Sugar Limited
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Makerere University Kampala
08.2013 - 01.2018
High School Certificate - Physics Mathematics Economics And Arabic
Lugazi Mixed School Naalya
01.2011 - 12.2012
Thanawi - Islamic Studies
Bilal Islamic Institute
01.2009 - 12.2010
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Bilal Islamic Institute
01.2005 - 12.2008