Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Test Tools and Measuring Electrical Equipment
Deeper knowledge of Inverter/Drive control system and principal of operation
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Patricio Ildovaire Mabiala

Patricio Ildovaire Mabiala

GEORGETOWN,Texas

Summary

Professional Summary

Electrical and Commissioning Engineer with over 13 years of international experience across oil & gas, marine, offshore, drilling, renewable energy, shipyards, dry docks, scientific, and wind industries. Proven expertise in the operation, maintenance, service, and commissioning of complex medium- and high-voltage electrical systems (10kup to 69kV), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and power conversion equipment.

Specialized in GE MV7000, LV5+, and other OEM drive systems, with extensive hands-on involvement in system upgrades, conversions, and safety-compliant installations. Skilled in site leadership, having led teams of up to 10 technicians/engineers, ensuring safe energization, compliance with IEC/IEEE standards, and successful project delivery under tight deadlines.

Known for a proactive, safety-focused approach with strong documentation and reporting skills. Experienced in commissioning, FAT/SAT procedures, integration with PLC/SCADA systems, and troubleshooting high-voltage and control issues in complex environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Power Converter High Drive Commissioning Engineer / Electrical Engineer

GE Vernova
11.2024 - Current
  • Led commissioning of MV7000 and LV5+ inverter systems and oil & gas drives.
  • Performed pre-commissioning checks, I/O validation, and HV energization under LOTO protocols.
  • Integrated GE converters with ABB/Siemens PLCs and SCADA systems for remote monitoring.
  • Conducted FATs at GE factories and SATs on site; ensured conformance to IEC, IEEE, and local grid codes.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex faults including drive trips, cooling system failures, and communication issues.
  • Created detailed commissioning reports, redline drawings, and provided training to client operations teams.
  • Be competent to produce, and maintain, documentation to the required standards.
  • Installation and checking of all cabling, switchboards, circuit breakers, contactors, transformers, UPS batteries/systems, generators, motors and variable speed drives.
  • Carry out switching operations and the operation of permit to work, sanction to test and access limitation systems on large projects.
  • Commissioning and full integration of switchgear (including primary and secondary injection), on power system protection schemes, including digital protection relays and AVR’s. Service and fault finding on superseded equipment including air, oil and vacuum insulated equipment
  • Commissioning of PC/PLC related protection and power management systems including their associated software. Tuning and fault finding and setting to work, in conjunction with customers and Generator suppliers.
  • Technical Tools: GE Drive Software (P80i Drive SPC, P Control ST), Oscilloscopes, Meggers, HV Test Kits, EPLAN, MS Project, Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP Protocols

Plant Maintenance Technician supervisor

Lammes Candies
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Perform installation services Installation and dis installation Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate repair. Reassembled equipment after completed repairs.
  • Routinely inspected machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions. Read manufacturer manuals, diagrams, and specifications prior to repairing equipment.
  • Repaired conveyors, mixers HVAC compressors Electrical system and troubleshooting, packing boxes Machine service electrical forklift and troubleshooting.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair. Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers and contractors using principles of good customer service.

Manager Pressure drilling Field Engineer II & Maintenance Technician

Weatherford International
06.2011 - 06.2023
  • Company Overview: Weatherford International, Head Office; Country: United States of America; Address: 2000 St. James Place, Houston, Texas,77056; Phone Number 17138364000 website. www.weatherford.com Services Base in Travel countries: Egypt, Congo, Spain, Qatar Kuwait, Gabon, South Africa, Thailand, Azerbaijan Malay
  • Perform installation services rig up and rig down for down-hole packers and service tools in the led make deliveries when available to provide installation.
  • Repaired conveyors, Verbal Aptitude The ability to understand the meaning of words and to use them actively. Ability to give direction, supervise and mentor junior personnel Strong technical and operational knowledge of Interpretation of the Equipment’s Skills Managed Pressure Drilling MPD Equipment Installation Troubleshooting Fault Finding electrical, hydraulic pneumatic system.
  • O shore Operation Equipment Maintenance Specialist in high-pressure tested in do errant equipment valves, pumps, hoses communicate with clients related to service ticket papers and monthly invoice.
  • Responsible for safety and e silently performing divers’ ed tasks relating to MPD equipment rig-up and rig-down and to the continuous operation of the MPD / RCD equipment package including but not limited to choke operation, running hydraulics modelling and pressure monitoring.
  • The Manage Pressure Drilling Technician directly reports To the Supervisor. Weatherford Skills Complete performance reviews and objectives for direct reports Ensure HSE and Quality policies are followed and understood.
  • Schedule rotation crews and project personnel utilization Ensure competency and compliance of the e l d team.
  • Manage material needed for each installation, including quoting and order requests for inventory.
  • Participate in daily operations meetings internally and with clients.
  • Meet with sales team to discuss customer requirements and needs.

Contractor Field Specialist

Borets International Limited
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Company Overview: Borets International Limited Congo(Brazzaville )& DRC Congo Address: Pl. Nelson Mandela, Pointe-Noire, Republic of the Congo Phone: +242 05 905 8223
  • Working as Field Specialist -PCP (Progressive Cavity Pump) and ESP Commissioning, monitoring and troubleshooting Activities, function test, monogramming VFD Driver Controller, PCP’s Rig Supervisor Installation also As Supervisor for Full Out, I develop all chemical test for PCP department as Water Cut, Salinity, PH.
  • In Charge to the Autoclave (For Elastomer Compatibility Test (ECT) and Bond Test, supporting workshop supervisor in tasks such as inventory and PCP test bench for PCP system, Also Dealing with Costumer Bringing Introduction Course in PCP for Fresh Graduate Engineers and Attending Meeting with Costumer.
  • Perform installation/pulling of Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESP) and associated equipment’s.
  • Assists with monitoring, trouble shooting and testing downhole ESP equipment to maximize well productivity and ESP run life.
  • Performs basic well production analysis and repair of equipment and tests, splices, and repairs ca.
  • Prepares paperwork to include IFTA reports, billable and non-billable hours, and mileage.
  • Trains and coaches’ new hires in basic principles. Maintain mechanical performance of truck used in transportation to and from the field.

Education

High school -

Bachelor Electrical Engineer - undefined

University Marien Ngouabi

Junior Specialist Electrical Engineer - undefined

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Reliable
  • Overcoming challenges creatively
  • EasTechnical Tools & Skills:
  • Drive Tools: GE P80i Drive SPC, P Control ST
  • Instrumentation: HART communicators, loop calibrators, multimeters
  • Testing Equipment: Oscilloscopes, Meggers, HV test kits, primary/secondary injection kits
  • Software: EPLAN, MS Project, SCADA configuration tools
  • Protocols: Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP
  • Standards: IEC, IEEE, NEMA, ISO, grid code compliancey training

Certification

  • GE MV7000 & LV5+ Commissioning Training – 2025
  • High Voltage Switching & Safety
  • First Aid & Electrical Rescue Certification – 2025

Test Tools and Measuring Electrical Equipment

  • All my carrier, all my experience is based on Maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, installation, commissioning and testing equipment.
  • Every measures require creating report and explanation of meaning reading and if necessary, it may possible solution or recommendation of exploitation.
  • Based on this I have been used plenty devices, tools, equipment, measurements, testers and methods.
  • Ammeter, Voltmeter, LSR meter, High potential (hipot) tester, High Voltage tools, Megger, Ultrasound tool, Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Current probe, Battery tester, Vibration measurement, Omicron/Doble, Optical cable power meter, Thermal Camera and others

Deeper knowledge of Inverter/Drive control system and principal of operation

  • In GE learn a lot of knowledge with procedure of measurement IGBT, Thyristor, Resistor, Capacitor in different tools, methods and ways. Improved experience and knowledge with PLC and soft application and controlling system.
  • As Lead I improving my supervision and leadership position.
  • Learning communication with customers and representatives.

Timeline

Power Converter High Drive Commissioning Engineer / Electrical Engineer

GE Vernova
11.2024 - Current

Plant Maintenance Technician supervisor

Lammes Candies
02.2024 - 06.2024

Manager Pressure drilling Field Engineer II & Maintenance Technician

Weatherford International
06.2011 - 06.2023

Contractor Field Specialist

Borets International Limited
01.2009 - 01.2011

Bachelor Electrical Engineer - undefined

University Marien Ngouabi

Junior Specialist Electrical Engineer - undefined

High school -

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