UMALU WASSWA
Connecticut,USA
Summary
Biomedical Engineer with extensive experience in medical gas production, plant operations, and hospital gas piping systems. Strong expertise in oxygen production technologies (Cryogenic Distillation, PSA), equipment maintenance, and compliance standards. Proven leadership in operations management, problem-solving, and quality control in healthcare and industrial settings. Currently pursuing an MSc in Biomedical Engineering at the University of New Haven to enhance expertise in medical technology and industrial automation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Operations
Shunem Systems Ltd
, Uganda
01.2022 - Current
- Led operations in medical device sales and hospital gas piping systems
- Managed installations, maintenance, and compliance for medical gas pipelines
- Supervised technical teams ensuring high safety and efficiency standards
- Conducted quality control inspections on medical gas systems in hospitals
Plant Operator
Oxylife 2020(U) Ltd
, Uganda
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated and maintained oxygen production plant utilizing Cryogenic Distillation and PSA technologies
- Ensured compliance with medical-grade oxygen purity and safety standards
- Performed equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and process improvements
Biomedical Engineering Apprentice
St. Francis Nsambya Hospital
, Uganda
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted in medical equipment maintenance, calibration, and installation
- Supported hospital engineering teams in medical gas pipeline maintenance
- Conducted safety and compliance checks on biomedical devices
Biomedical Engineering Intern
Uganda Heart Institute
, Uganda
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Gained hands-on experience in hospital equipment servicing and diagnostics
- Assisted in monitoring and maintaining critical care devices
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of New Haven
USA02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Makerere University
Uganda01.2017
Skills
- Cryogenic Distillation
- PSA Technology
- Compressors
- Turbines
- Distillation Columns
- Fluid Dynamics
- Thermodynamics
- Industrial Gas Properties
- Medical Gas Pipeline Installation & Maintenance
- Medical-Grade Oxygen Purity Standards
- Industrial Gas Safety Standards
- Problem-Solving
- Troubleshooting
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Head of Operations
Shunem Systems Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Plant Operator
Oxylife 2020(U) Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2022
Biomedical Engineering Apprentice
St. Francis Nsambya Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Biomedical Engineering Intern
Uganda Heart Institute
01.2016 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Makerere University
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