Emmanuel Uvuka

Developed nuclear reactor start-up monitoring plans to restore reactor power effectively in a safe manner

• Prepared and develop detailed designs for diverse building projects
• Generated and maintained AutoCAD drawing packages
• Implemented selection, layout, sizing, and relevant system and equipment requirements, lighting and power circuitry, voltage drop calculations, short circuit calculations, electrical distribution design and single-line preparation, lighting and power circuitry
• Developed design documentation and managed short- and long-term projects and executed design change processes
• Effectively managed numerous projects simultaneously throughout the project lifecycle and worked on electrical equipment rated at (4160V/600V/480V/240V/120V)
• Executed various projects and applied various nuclear regulatory requirements, codes, and Standards to successfully complete project (EPRI TR 102323 R5 10 CFR 50.59, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NERC, NEMA, IEC, CDA, SCP(Software Change Package))
• Provide technical support for electrical design of Standby Liquid Control System monitoring, including cable applicability determination after oil spillage on cable, establishing tag out to complete cable testing during load pre-FEED and FEED
• Deliver design and technical verification of electrical cable package(s) design, including definition of company requirements and technical specifications, guidance inputs for design, fabrication, transportation, and installation phases
• Ensure that electrical cable work meets Nuclear Industry requirements and industry standards
• Planned and developed engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs
• Acted as technical liaison to individuals within and outside organization with responsibility to act independently regarding technical matters pertaining to individual's field
• Completed assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations
• Performed other job-related duties as assigned
• Addressed emergent plant issues through troubleshooting
• Updated electrical, instrumentation and control drawing after completion of design change package using AutoCAD
• Collaborated and actively worked cross-functionally with all departments across organization to ensure all points of view were considered
• Worked with team to come up with standardized practice to safely carry out electrical distribution, system protection, electrical equipment maintenance, and automation of electrical equipment during plant unit forced outage
• Completed design project requiring 50.59 evaluation, EMI/RFI mitigation, failure modes and effect, software quality assurance.
• Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications
• Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools
• Worked with fabricators to test prototypes and develop production processes
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance
• Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements
• Developed strong relationships with vendors by clearly communicating design requirements and negotiating favorable terms
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts
• Developed product designs with consideration for potential corrosion and wear
• Improved product quality by conducting detailed design reviews and implementing necessary changes
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering designs into final products
• Presented technical findings and recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of design intent
• Analyzed customer feedback data, using insights gained to drive improvements in future designs
• Developed innovative solutions to complex design challenges, resulting in more effective and reliable products
• Conducted extensive research on materials and components to select the most suitable options for each project
• Contributed to the development of new company-wide design standards, improving overall consistency and quality across all projects
• Resolved critical issues during manufacturing processes through close collaboration with production teams and suppliers
• Liaised with stakeholders to define and document design requirements
• Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects
• Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes
• Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements
• Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction
• Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results
• Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency of engineering team
• Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements
• Evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment and labor expenses

• Worked with project team to create and support all design for reliability efforts for the upgrade of Celina Chemical plant MCCs
• Performed arc flash evaluation, load flow, distributed energy resources, battery energy storage, relay and protection studies and performance monitoring using SKM, Synergi, and etap
• Worked with other chemical and mechanical engineers to complete reactor 3 upgrade, maintenance, predictive studies to reduce down time and ensure electrical reliability
• Individually created method to document electrical equipment, loads and plant electrical grid for enhanced troubleshooting
• Provided scheduled progress updates on assigned projects to project team on each to support reliability action plan during TAR
• Developed work instructions, to help electricians rewire old motor feeds, swap motor starters, maintain reliability action plan
• Attended engineering and project team meeting with Auto Pro to design Interlock safety implementation system
• Ensured completion of all identified reliability issues, achieved all deliverables in a timely manner
• Supported corporate safety goals by maintaining site electrical safety, by keeping up with electrical studies, turnaround support, capital prioritization and annual training
• Worked with contractors to complete reliability focus items during TAR and achieved safer work environment
• Assisted in providing ideas on working with complex switching and load balancing operations on high voltage substation switchgear
• Worked with the team to come up with a standardized practice in the area of electrical distribution, system protection, electrical equipment maintenance, and automation of electrical equipment.
• Reduced downtime by optimizing spare parts inventory management and streamlining procurement processes
• Improved asset availability through effective use of predictive maintenance tools and methodologies
• Developed comprehensive maintenance plans, ensuring timely execution of tasks and adherence to safety standards
• Supported quality assurance efforts by participating in audits of vendors'' manufacturing facilities, ensuring adherence to established specifications and standards
• Optimized equipment life cycles by performing regular inspections, monitoring performance trends, and recommending corrective actions as needed
• Trained junior engineers on reliability engineering practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team
• Increased equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance strategies and root cause analysis techniques
• Utilized statistical methods and Six Sigma techniques to conduct experiments, analyze data and perform root cause analysis
• Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends
• Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material
• Conducted regular reviews of maintenance procedures and practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed
• Participated in capital projects from concept to completion, providing reliability expertise during design reviews and equipment selection processes

• Performed LM5000-LM6000 turbine generator analysis and direct maintenance cost analysis
• Prepared BOM parts for lighting package to complete the upgrade of the GE turbine generator LM5000 to LM6000
• Inspected the old LM5000 turbine to determine the number of LEDs, SOVs and instruments for a final design
• Offered new designs and prepared quotations and met customer satisfaction for LM6000 turbine MCC upgrade
• Evaluated full project scope and estimated efforts to accomplish project task
• Reviewed vendor quotes, and parts, found discrepancies made corrections, worked with vendor to meet company demand.

• Engineered motor protection relay upgrades and settings when switching from ABB Relays, multilin 269 to SEL 751 relays
• Supported production and maintenance team by providing troubleshooting assistance on electrical equipment and systems
• Provided engineering support to facilitate process control, equipment installation and start up for projects
• Increased process safety, production, operations and maximized profits by installing and interfacing newly identified applications
• Conducted inspections and observations of electrical power distribution center building for compliance with project specifications, quality standards, & applicable codes
• Developed work scopes for turnarounds, equipment outages, maintenance activities (proactive and reactive)
• Worked with various electrical equipment including motors, starters, cables, batteries, UPS, chargers, transformers, circuit breakers, generators (10MW to 40 MW)
• Built and maintained effective relationships based on rapport and credibility, understanding their needs and expectations, flexibility to change
• Worked with building construction/rigging contractors, conducted quality control of PDC, and equipment vendors to coordinate equipment factory testing, delivery, installation, commissioning & handover to end users
• Trained electricians in the parameters that influence arc flash incident energy
• Ability to apply various standards including but not limited to the following: NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, IEEE 841, IEEE C57, NETA Maintenance Test Standards, IEEE 43
• Performed root cause failure analysis and incident investigations using causal learning techniques
• Develop best practice standards in the area of electrical distribution, system protection, electrical equipment maintenance, and automation of electrical equipment.

• Performed electrical system studies comprising of load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, transient motor starting, and arc flash studies, requiring analysis of electrical systems from 480 V to 34.5 kV using SKM
• Reviewed electrical one-line drawings and initiated validation of engineering data in the site using SKM Power Systems Software
• Assisted engineers in project completions that entailed excel data processing, cable & conduit sizing, editing motor control center (MCC) drawings and revision of SEL-311L commissioning test procedures
• Collaborated with senior engineers in a root cause failure analysis for repeated motor operated valve failures
• Participated in special system operational studies (breaker & relay operations)
• Assisted in designing a small electrical system for the Motiva laboratory and sized 500 KVA (2400-480) transformer to feed new instrumentation analyzers.

• Tested and repaired circuit boards in FIFO (first in first out)
• Troubleshot failed production and customer returned boards
• Configured and installed UPS (uninterrupted power supply)
• Tested primary, secondary and tertiary tools as outlined in customer T&A.

• Tested and repaired computer servers in FIFO (first in first out)
• Troubleshot failed returned customer computer servers
• Built and tested computer servers with strict adherence to HP procedures.