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

Leander,USA

Summary

Professional Summary

Electrical & Commissioning Engineer with more than 15 years of experience across Oil & Gas, Marine, Offshore, Drilling, Renewable Energy, Shipyard, Dry Dock, Rebuild, Wind, and Scientific industries. Proven team leader, managing and supervising up to 10 technicians and engineers on complex projects.

Extensive hands-on experience in the maintenance, operation, and servicing of electrical systems and equipment, including medium- and high-voltage systems up to 69 kV. Strong background in upgrades, conversions, surveys, and safety installations of electrical infrastructure.


Highly skilled Commissioning Engineer with deep expertise in the commissioning, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of high-power converter systems, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and MV/HV electrical networks. Specialized in GE MV7000, LV5+, and other OEM drive platforms, supporting applications in oil & gas, marine, renewable energy, and industrial automation.


Recognized for strong site leadership, effective problem-solving under critical conditions, and ensuring safe energization, grid compliance, and operational reliability. Committed to the highest standards of safety, technical documentation, quality, and system performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GE Vernova Power Conversion – Commissioning and Tr

GE Vernova
12.2024 - Current


Profile Summary:
Commissioning and Troubleshooting Engineer with strong experience on GE Vernova Power Conversion systems, specializing in medium- and high-voltage drives, power electronics, and industrial automation. Proven ability to execute site commissioning, functional testing, fault diagnosis, and corrective maintenance on complex drive systems. Experienced in working with PLC interfaces, protection systems, I/O validation, LOTO procedures, and safety compliance in demanding industrial environments.


  • 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, contactor's, 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.

Plant Electrical & Automation Technician

US Farathane: Injection Molding
08.2024 - 12.2025

Electrical Maintenance PLC Technician

  • PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
  • Experienced Electrical Maintenance and PLC Technician with strong background in injection molding manufacturing environments, including USA Farathane–type operations. Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve electrical, PLC, and automation systems to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency. Strong knowledge of safety, LOTO procedures, and industrial standards.

USA Farathane

  • Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled systems, HMIs, VFDs, and servo drives.
  • Support production lines to minimize downtime and ensure quality output.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance on electrical panels, motors, heaters, thermocouples, and control systems.
  • Troubleshoot robotic cells and automation equipment used in molding operations.
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, PLC logic, and schematics.
  • Follow LOTO, OSHA, and company safety standards.
  • Assist with new equipment installation, upgrades, and commissioning.
  • Document maintenance activities and improvement actio

Manager Pressure Drilling Field Engineer II & Maintenance Technician

Weatherford International
06.2011 - 06.2023
  • 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.
  • Offshore 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 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 eld team.
  • Manage material needs 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.
  • Head Office; Country. United States of America; Address. 2000 St. James Place, Houston, Texas,77056; Phone Number 17138364000 website. www.weatherford.com
  • Travel countries: Egypt, Congo, Spain, Qatar Kuwait, Gabon, South Africa, Thailand, Azerbaijan Malay

Field Engine Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

SPS AFRICA Limited
01.2009 - 01.2011
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) – Power Converter Engineer

Role Summary
Battery Storage Power Converter Engineer with strong experience in commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting power conversion systems (PCS) for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Specialized in high-power converters, grid interconnection, protection systems, and control interfaces (PLC / SCADA / Mark VI).


Key Responsibilities

  • Commissioning and startup of BESS Power Conversion Systems (PCS)
  • Functional testing of AC/DC converters, inverters, and DC/DC stages
  • Troubleshooting electrical, control, and communication faults
  • Interface checks between PCS, PLC, BMS, EMS, and grid protection relays
  • I/O verification, signal validation, and communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
  • LOTO execution, grounding, and HV/LV safety compliance
  • Support grid compliance tests (voltage, frequency, reactive power, black start)
  • On-site technical support during energization and operation


3. Control Systems Interfaces
  • I/O checks between PCS, PLC, BMS, EMS, and SCADA
  • Signal validation (digital, analog, and communication)
  • Configuration and testing of:
    PLC logic
    Interlocks and permissives
    Alarms and trip sequences
  • Communication protocols:
    Modbus TCP/IP
    Profibus

Education

High school -

University Marien Ngouabi
01.2011

Bachelor - Electrical Engineer

01.2013

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Reliable
  • Overcoming challenges creatively
  • Easy training
  • High Voltage Drive Systems (MV7000, LV8, ABB ACS6000, Siemens SINAMICS)
  • Power Converter Commissioning (IGBT-based, PWM, AFE)
  • FAT / SAT Execution & Documentation
  • VFD and Converter System Troubleshooting
  • Motor Solo Run, Load Tests, Encoder Alignment
  • SCADA, PLC & Protection Interface Testing
  • I/O Checking, Interlock Validation, Fiber/Fieldbus Communications
  • Electrical Safety Protocols (LOTO, Arc Flash, NFPA 70E)
  • FPGA Based Device
  • EtherCAT Communications to RXi
  • SCR/IGBT Gating Outputs
  • Voltage and Current Feedback
  • Encoder Feedback
  • Analog and Digital I/O
  • EtherCAT (Control Automation Technology) Communications to RXi
  • Expandable “Slices”
  • Standard I/O Availability – Digital In/Out, Analog In/Out, RTD, High Speed Counter
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Power Converters / PCS / Inverters
  • High Voltage & Medium Voltage Systems
  • PLC & Control Systems
  • Commissioning & Troubleshooting
  • Grid Integration & Protection
  • Electrical Safety & LOTO

Certification

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

Technical Tools

  • GE Drive Software (P80i Drive SPC, P Control ST)
  • Oscilloscopes, Meggers, HV Test Kits
  • EPLAN, MS Project
  • Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP Protocols

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

GE Vernova Power Conversion – Commissioning and Tr

GE Vernova
12.2024 - Current

Plant Electrical & Automation Technician

US Farathane: Injection Molding
08.2024 - 12.2025

Manager Pressure Drilling Field Engineer II & Maintenance Technician

Weatherford International
06.2011 - 06.2023

Field Engine Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

SPS AFRICA Limited
01.2009 - 01.2011

Bachelor - Electrical Engineer

High school -

University Marien Ngouabi
Patricio Ildovaire Mabiala