SAMUEL OLUWAGBEMIGA IDOWU

PO Box 1903, Agege – Lagos, Nigeria

Phone: +243.806.641.5021, +234.808.662.8273

Email: [email protected],

Automation & Instrumentation Engineer:
A top-performing Automation & Instrumentation Engineer credited with successful installation, programming, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment leading to increased productivity & profitability. Strong expertise in PLC, ECS, DCS and SCADA systems. Highly accomplished in Electrical & Automation/Instrumentation development and general equipment services.

Areas of Expertise:

§ Instrumentation/Automation

§ Control Installation/Maintenance

§ ACESYS/ECS/DCS/SCADA Savvy

§ Equipment Services & Maintenance
§ Allen Bradley/Siemens/Mitsubishi PLC Savvy

§ Field Device Calibration/Configuration

§ Frequency Drive Configuration

§ Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
§ Control System Diagnostics

§ Troubleshooting/Problem Solving

§ Team Leadership/Communication

§ Mechatronics Equipment Expertise

§ CNC Programming Skill
Education & Training:
Post Graduate Diploma, ICT, National Open University, Abeokuta Centre, Nigeria. ( Inview )

CABA Canada (Chartered Project Management Consultant – ChPMC)

Higher National Diploma, Electrical Engineering, The Polytechnic Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State (2010)

Ordinary National Diploma, Electrical Engineering, The Polytechnic Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State (1995)

Training Certificate, Multi-Skill/Cross-Trading, Training School, Lafarge Cement, Wapco Nigeria Plc, Ogun State

Training Certificate, Process Control & Instrumentation, Training School, Lafarge Cement, Wapco Nigeria Plc, Ogun State

Technical Training:

PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), FLS (Electrical/Instrumentation), ABB (MV Switch/Auxiliaries, LV Switchgear, Distribution Transformer), Automatic Control, Basic Electronics Components & Circuits, Gas Turbine, Basic Rigging, Logical Troubleshooting, Industrial Electronics Circuit Analysis/Troubleshooting/Remedies, Occupational Health/Safety/Accident Prevention

Professional Experience:
LAFARGE AFRICA PLC NIGERIA, EWEKORO PLANT  2011 – Present

Instrumentation and Automation Engineer

§ Responsible for PLC programming and maintenance of production plant measuring equipment, process control and automation systems; ensure all issues are appropriately communicated within and outside department.

§ Implement safety tools box talk, ensure total compliance with Safety Procedures, define safety requirements for all major jobs, & perform risk/hazard assessment on all jobs resulting in zero lost time by accidents.

§ Accountable for calibration and maintenance of instruments with appropriate reports and monitor usage & availability of spares, eliminating extended downtime and increasing productivity.

§ Key figure in setting departmental budget; successfully negotiate all expenses with maintenance manager.

§ Assist in development and implementation of electrical/instrumentation & automation development program and maintain 100% compliance with work order system.

§ Ensure that a regular Preventive Maintenance is done on machines

§ Project Installations, Commissioning. Project Supervision and Management.

§ Maintain and Service Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine (KNUTH CNC LATHE & MILLING MACHINE)

MAGEN ROI PORTLAND CEMENT, LTD. Lagos, Nigeria  2008 – 2011

Electrical, Instrumental & Automation Engineer

§ Responsible for execution of Electrical and Instrumentation jobs and managing equipment spares.

§ Charged with modification of Ship Un-loader control system for operation’s flexibility.

§ Centralized packer control system to reduce number of operators.

LAFARGE AFRICA PLC NIGERIA, EWEKORO PLANT 1999 – 2008

Instrumentation Technician/Instrumentation Shift Supervisor

§ Installed, maintained and repaired instruments & equipment to ensure data reliability and process optimization.

§ Performed periodic calibration/validation/verification to enhance equipment performance & document results.

§ Resolved Kiln lubrication syste

PROJECT WORK EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

PROJECTS INVOLVEMENT AND SUPERVISION

· Installation and Commissioning of dual firing system (Gas and LPFO Fuel)

· Installation and Commissioning of Palletizer

· Installation and Commissioning of Limestone Dryer

· Installation and Commissioning of Limestone Crusher

· Installation and Commissioning of Alternative Fuel System (BIOFUEL)

· System Integration (PLC To PLC) and I/Os Checks

PROJECT SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT

Responsible for delivering projects against agreed scope, budget, schedule & customer expectations. Doing this whilst supervising, directing & motivating teams of multi-discipline contractors & employees.

Duties:

· Monitoring project risks and scope creep to identify potential problems and proactively identifying solutions to address them in advance.

· Escalating promptly any issues that may impact operations.

· Producing stage plans, highlight reports, risk logs, requests for change etc

· Providing strategic direction during the implementation stages.

· Managing client expectations by ensuring the delivery of the highest quality service

· Acting on client feedback.

· Monitoring staff & team performance.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS:

· Commercial awareness & business acumen. · Experience of working in a multi vendor environments. · Good conflict management and prioritization skills. · Manage technical process and resolve technical issues. · Can understand and document project requirements and dependencies. · Excellent documentation & report writing skills. · Demonstrated ability to work with and support cross-functional project teams. · Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and under pressure. · Strong attention to detail and focus on task completion. · Internal and External Stakeholder Management.

REFEREES:

NAME:           ENGR. FEMI OSHOBU

ADDRESS:   JADFEM NIGERIA LIMITED,  8 NURUDEEN STREET ANIFOWOSE,

IKEJA – LAGOS

+234 8033180368, +234 8034684369

[email protected], [email protected]

RELATIONSHIP:  UNCLE

NAME:            ENGINEER ADEOLA OLUWATOSIN AINA

ADDRESS:     LAFARGE AFRICA PLC (EWEKORO PLANT)

27B, GERRARD ROAD

IKOYI, LAGOS

+234 8033550571,  +234 8087189286

[email protected], [email protected]

RELATIONSHIP:  BOSS
 

MEMBERSHIP & PROFESSIONALISM:

· Member of IEEE – 93982570 [Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers]

· Member of ISA ( The International Society of Automation – USA)

· Departmental Representative of SON ( Standard Organization of Nigeria )

· Chartered Project Management Consultant – ChPMC ®